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Feelgrounds Patrol Lite Review/Best Casual Barefoot Boot For Fall/Winter/Best Vegan Barefoot Boots
Last year we reviewed the Patrol Winter, but found them a little too insulated to use outside of the coldest situations. This year we wanted to try out their little brother, the Patrol Lite, to see if they suited us any better. Basically the exact same shoe minus the waterproof membrane and faux insulated fur, the Patrol Lite are a stylish, water resistance, extremely barefoot feeling boot that we're excited to tell you about. We'll discuss our like and dislikes of the boots in today's video, plus give a mini review of the KIDS version of the boot. Time stamps and affiliate links below.
**SIZING NOTE** Sometimes we run out of time and forget to mention this, but with Feelgrounds our normal EU size has always worked out perfectly, this shoe is no different.
TIMES STAMPS:
00:00: Intro
00:44: Chris' Likes
02:36: Eric's Likes
05:55: Affiliates Featuring Feelgrounds
06:15: MINI REVIEW of the KIDS Patrol Winter
07:58: Chris' Dislikes
09:07: Eric's Dislikes
10:05: Eric's Final Opinion
11:23: Chris' Final Opinion
AFFILIATE LINKS:
Feelgrounds:
www.feelgrounds.com/?p=Sever
Vivobarefoot Tracker Leather AT:
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Jim Green:
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Lems Shoes:
www.lemsshoes.com/?avad=325957_c2c1107c9
Xero Shoes:
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BeLenka:
www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101295969-13804515?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.belenka.cz%2Fbarefoot-boty-be-lenka-ranger-2-0-all-black%2F%3Fvariant%3D13243&cjsku=13243
Vibram 5 Fingers Shoes
www.vibram.com/?src=ChrisSeverson
Splay Shoes (10% Discount Code SONSOFSEVER)
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Toetem Sandals
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Groundz (Discount Code: SONS_OF_SEVER)
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FuncShoes:
funcshoes.com/chris
Bearfoot (SEVER10)
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Bahé Running (SONSOFSEVER10)
bahe.co/?sca_ref=4857291.PbWpC29NAS
Peluva Shoes (10% Discount Code SONSOFSEVER)
peluva.com/SONSOFSEVER
Earth Runners
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Creepers Socks: (10% Discount Code automatically attached to using our link)
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Birchbury
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Splay Runner V1 First Impressions/Half Marathon Vlog/First Run With Splay Runner V1
Переглядів 51119 годин тому
In today's video Eric decides to break one of long distance running's biggest rules as he runs a half marathon in a brand new pair of shoes! Not only that, but they are Splay Shoes first attempt at a running shoe. Find out how they held up during the race, who's faster between Chris and Eric, and what else our winter running kits consisted of for the freezing cold Thankful Half all in today's v...
Altra Escalante 4 Review/200 Plus Mile Review/Best Zero Drop Road Running Shoe
Переглядів 848День тому
Altra has been the answer to anyone looking for running shoes that are zero drop with wide toe boxes for a long time. After being bought out by a big corporation, do they still have what it takes to be on top? Find out as we talk about our experience after 200 miles in their latest Escalante road runner. While those thicker stack heights can't necessarily be considered "barefoot", we think that...
Realfoot Trekker Review/The Widest Toe Box Shoe/Most Barefoot Feeling Boot
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If you're looking for the widest toe boxed shoe out there, THIS IS IT! We were blown away by the amount of room up front in these boots, and we truly believe you would be hard pressed to find anyone whose feet are still too wide for them. But, that extreme width and other minimal features always come with some drawback, find out what they are with us in today's video. Time stamps and affiliate ...
Birchbury Carnforth Review/Best Barefoot Dress Shoe/Best Disguised Barefoot Shoe
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Birchbury is a new company for the channel, so we're stoked to be giving our first review of one of their products. With a keen eye for design and style, they bring a ton of much needed class to the barefoot shoe world, small spoiler here, we think the new Carnforth Chukka is setting the bar for what dressier barefoot options should be! Today we talk about all the things we like about them and ...
Xero Shoes Ridgeway Chelsea Review/Barefoot Hiking Chelsea Boot/Barefoot Rugged Chelsea Boot
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Xero shoes have historically been very ugly, BUT they have finally started to look nice (getting rid of the huarache strap was key, just like I said...) and this is, in our opinion, probably the best looking shoe they have made to date. A classic looking Chelsea with hiking chomps!? What's not to like!? Well we'll tell ya in today's video. Time stamps and affiliate links below. TIME STAMPS: 00:...
Best Minimal Hiking Boot Comparison/Vivo Barefoot Tracker AT VS Be Lenka Ranger 2.0
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We had no idea that when we got both the Be Lenka Ranger 2.0 and the Vivo Barefoot Tracker AT Leather just how similar they would be! We couldn't help but do a toe to toe comparison between them. Both are super minimal, very grippy, leather, waterproof hikers, but they do come with a pretty big price difference. The question is, is that price difference proportional to their difference in perfo...
Vivo Barefoot Tracker AT Review/Best Barefoot Hiking Boot/Most Minimal Rugged Hiking Boot
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Here it is folks! The most requested brand for us to review is finally here, we're happy to finally bring you a review from Vivo Barefoot! Thanks to everyone who has used our affiliate links, because of you this video was possible. According to Vivo, the new Tracker AT (All Terrain) is "The definitive barefoot hiking boot," and after having tried 20 brands of barefoot shoes, we put that to the ...
Splay Rev Review/Best Barefoot Skate Shoe/Best Barefoot High Top Sneaker/Best Barefoot Vans
Переглядів 2,8 тис.Місяць тому
By George they've done it! Splay FINALLY released a hightop, and we couldn't be more excited about it. The Splay Rev is a dedicated barefoot skate shoe, the first of its kind as far as we know (please correct us if we're wrong!) Coming in a hightop and low cut version, this shoe was made with skating in mind, but their style and barefoot attributes haven't taken a back seat at all. We'll talk a...
Path Projects Boreas Field Short Review/Best Summer Short For Everything/Most Versatile Active Short
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Path Projects is a brand brining premium products direct to the consumer. Most known for running clothes, they're expanding their line into other outdoor pursuits, and the Boreas Field Short is part of that expansion. We were looking for a pair of shorts that would have us covered in any situation this past summer, wether it was hiking, biking, long boarding, climbing, camping, slack lining or ...
Be Lenka Ranger 2.0 Review/Best Barefoot Hiking Boot/Best Minimal Hiking Boot
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Be Lenka Ranger 2.0 Review/Best Barefoot Hiking Boot/Best Minimal Hiking Boot
Jim Green Barefoot African Trooper Review/Most Durable Barefoot Boot/Best Heritage Barefoot Boot
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Jim Green Barefoot African Trooper Review/Most Durable Barefoot Boot/Best Heritage Barefoot Boot
Favorite Barefoot Shoes of 2024 AND Fall/Winter Barefoot Boot Review Sneak Peak
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Toetem Alpha Black Bear Review/Best Running Sandals/Best Barefoot Sandals
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Toetem Alpha Black Bear Review/Best Running Sandals/Best Barefoot Sandals
Outdoor Master Shark 3 Pump/Swordfish Inflatable SUP Board Review
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Outdoor Master Shark 3 Pump/Swordfish Inflatable SUP Board Review
Xero Shoes Dillon Leather Review/Best Casual Leather Barefoot Sneaker
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Astral Loyak Review/Best Water Shoe/Best Barefoot Water Shoe
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Groundies Active Review/Best Minimal Gym Shoe/Best Barefoot Gym Shoe
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Ultimate Direction Ultra Vest 6.0 Review/Best Running Hydration Vest
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Groundz Bios Review/Best Barefoot Premium Sneaker/Best Grounding Barefoot Shoe
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Groundz Bios Review/Best Barefoot Premium Sneaker/Best Grounding Barefoot Shoe
Best Kids Barefoot Shoes/Barefoot Shoes For Kids/
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Airhas Casual Model Review/Best Budget Casual Barefoot Sneaker/Best Budget Barefoot Vans Alternative
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Bahe Respire Sandals Review/Best Grounding Trail Sandals?/Grounding Sandals For Casual And Trail
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Bahe Respire Sandals Review/Best Grounding Trail Sandals?/Grounding Sandals For Casual And Trail
Jenon Leather Yeans Review/Best Hand Crafted Barefoot Leather Shoe?/Handmade Barefoot Leather Shoe
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Lems Drifter Review/Best Barefoot Slip On Shoe/Best Barefoot Canvas Slip On Shoe
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Feelgrounds Courtside Canvas Review/Best Barefoot Canvas Sneaker/Best Disguised Barefoot Shoe
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Softstar Switchback Review/First Impressions/Best Leather Hiking Boot
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Best Toe Socks/Who Makes The Best Toe Sock On The Market/Toe Sock Comparison
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Best Toe Socks/Who Makes The Best Toe Sock On The Market/Toe Sock Comparison
Best Knit Upper Trail Shoe/Barebarics Voyager Review/Widest Toe Box Trail Shoe
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Best Knit Upper Trail Shoe/Barebarics Voyager Review/Widest Toe Box Trail Shoe

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @stape510
    @stape510 17 годин тому

    How does Lems sizing compare to Altra?....I'm size 9 in Altra and it fits great, just wondering if I should size same, up, or down with the Lems summit....thanks for the great videos.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 8 годин тому

      Lems are just slightly snug. For the Summit, especially if you're ever gonna wear thicker socks, I'd probably go a half size up

  • @probablynotian
    @probablynotian День тому

    Love the fact that they made a shoe that looks like a new balance and then gave it a name that looks like a backwards N.

  • @japanichiban733
    @japanichiban733 День тому

    planned obselence on training shoe soles would be an interesting video. these look like some nice shoes if they are wide enough

  • @erxu2882
    @erxu2882 День тому

    Hi I checked their size chart, their EU24 is 15.2cm long/7.1cm wide. my son's feet now is 14cm long/ 5.9cm wide. I know for length you plus 12mm is ok, what about the width, is feelgrounds shoes too wide for my son's regular feet? I know they suitable for wide feet kids. Does that mean I need to go for another brand?

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever День тому

      @@erxu2882 I wouldn't worry about the width. I'm sure his toes would appreciate the room to splay out

  • @kokosek7631
    @kokosek7631 День тому

    African trooper Vs barefoot bruin

  • @brnrlly
    @brnrlly День тому

    Mine were shot at about 5 miles the tread on the forefoot was nonexistant

  • @wakjob961
    @wakjob961 2 дні тому

    Still can't figure out why Converse doesn't make a wide toe box Chuck Taylor All Star shoe.

  • @MsSilentH
    @MsSilentH 2 дні тому

    So I know running is quite personal in terms of what to wear for shoes, based on so many things obviously, (sidenote, this video just really make me want to run ahaha, so thanks? Really cool video to have for a bit of a review! You all did great!) but as someone who has walked in barefoot shoes for a little over a decade, but has never done any running, is there a range of thickness you might recommend as a starting point? I took a look at the stack height for the Runners and I gotta say, it has me worried for my ankles, but I know I need more padding than any of my current barefoot shoes! For reference, during general exercise, I wear my xero 360s, but those would absolutely not be enough padding for running at all. Thickest walking shoe I own is actually probably the Splay 101s.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 2 дні тому

      @@MsSilentH we just reviewed the Altra Escalante 4, I'd start there! It has 24mm of stack height, lots of cushion, it's a great running shoe if you're looking for a lot of comfort. I would think that for someone like you who's been wearing barefoot shoes for so long anything more under your foot would be complete overkill. When we first got it it felt like too much cushioning, but we've really appreciated it as time has gone on and especially as we've used it on longer runs. My only caution with getting the Splay is that even though it has 18mm of stack height, it isn't really cushioned, the midsole is pretty hard, and I think if you're gonna start running the Escalante will give you a better experience.

    • @MsSilentH
      @MsSilentH 2 дні тому

      @@sonsofsever Many thanks! Yea that was my big worry, too much height, but I feel like I'd definitely still appreciate cushioning, so good to know about the Splays as well, not something I would have figured with the 18mm!

  • @kitcraft9516
    @kitcraft9516 2 дні тому

    I wish there was an option that wasn't plastic. That doesn't mean it has to be leather, just not plastic.

  • @dc2guy2
    @dc2guy2 2 дні тому

    **insert OMG it's happening Office gif** loving the barefoot revolution! FREE THE TOES!!!

  • @skippersam2760
    @skippersam2760 2 дні тому

    hello, would you say that the boulder summit waterproof boot would be good for a job? I work at in n out and have been wanting to switch to a zero drop wide toe box work boot because there are days when I am bending over a grill for six hours straight and my back is hurting by the end of the day. the requirements are that they have to be non-slip. are these non slip? also do you think these could hold up to the job, because my work boots go through a lot; hot melting cheese drips on them, spread, i step on a lot of food, they are constantly getting wet if i work a closing shift and have to wash the dishes by hand. please let me know what you think or what would you think would be a good barefoot work shoe out of your reviews

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 2 дні тому

      @@skippersam2760 I think the Kourt Grip might suit you better. I think the grip outsole is more suited to working in a restaurant environment than the Summit outsole. The Kourt is still full grain leather, still zero drop, I bet the toe box feels a little wider too because there's no waterproof membrane, and it's much more in line with the sneakers I see employees at in n out wearing. If you're really looking for a boot though, the Summit isn't a terrible option at all, I think it would work.

  • @11joekat
    @11joekat 3 дні тому

    Have used Altra Escalante for years, for running and work as hairdresser, helped me treat/cure Morton's Neuroma. They're my main shoe. Don't want to be without them. But absolutely agree with your suggestions for an alternate model Escalante.

  • @williamwallace410
    @williamwallace410 3 дні тому

    How is the thermal insulation of the patrol lite? Is it good enough for below or around freezing temperatures? Or would you recommend the patrol winter for those situations? I am hesitating because you mentioned the patrol winter are problematic when you want to keep them on inside at home or in shops.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 3 дні тому

      @@williamwallace410 I think with the right socks you would be fine at those temperatures. They definitely aren’t “insulated” in any way though

  • @Gman1024
    @Gman1024 3 дні тому

    Love the nostalgic looks as well as the black and gum colorway.

  • @CptAngelKGaming
    @CptAngelKGaming 3 дні тому

    They seal the seams on the Winter, so I don't get why they don't do it for the Lite. I don't think it even needs a membrane. The material is already water repellent, so if they just seal the seams it should be mostly waterproof. As for the fake leather, it kinda ruins all the Patrols. Imagine if they made them in Nubuck. They'd literally be barefoot Timberlands. I get that it's a vegan company, but they could still use recycled leather that would go to waste otherwise. Freet does it, they can too. The boots are already as expensive as real leather, so it would only be fair that we get non plastic versions too. I'm sure some hardcore Vegans would be offended even by recycled leather, but that's nothing compared to the new audience they will attract. Most people don't wanna pay top dollar for plastic. Also I agree they could make a version with bigger lugs, to get more of that Timberland look. The sole can remain flexible even with bigger lugs, as we've seen from Vivo ESC models. They seem to be paying attention to your feedback, so fingers crossed. Btw I wish you had tested the waterproofing a bit more and showed us, so we could get an idea of what they can and can't do.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 3 дні тому

      I bet they'd keep water out even if submerged for an ok amount of time, with no gusset you just wouldn't be able to go very deep. The day I was out filming was really wet, and my feet stayed dry going through puddles, through tall wet grass, and walking on the soggy lake shore, so they have been decently water resistant

    • @CptAngelKGaming
      @CptAngelKGaming 3 дні тому

      @@sonsofsever Oh I didn't realize they don't even have a gusset. WHY?! I bet with a gusset and seamed seals they'll be really waterproof.

  • @jeremebonesaw
    @jeremebonesaw 3 дні тому

    I was actually wearing my grey patrol lites last night. My only complaint is that I find myself not wearing them as often because it's hard to get in and out of them because of the laces/eyelids holes. I've heard from another youtuber that the patrol winter is easier because all the eyelid holes have metal caps, whereas the lites they took almost all of them out. I actually don't notice mine making that squeaky sound like your's. Maybe as a new pair they did?

  • @Audrey.17
    @Audrey.17 3 дні тому

    Thanks for the review. I am looking to transition from Altra to Lems. Looks like Primal Zen has the highest stack height? That’s what I need for an easy transition. I have Morton’s neuroma / foot pain. I am hoping the Lems will be a good shoe. Altra - while I need the cushioning for sure - seems to be a little bit too much for me. I feel a little wobbly.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 3 дні тому

      @@Audrey.17 I think Lems is the perfect step down from Altra. The Primal Zen doesn't have the highest stack height no, some shoes like the Chillum Grip have a little more, but the Zen would still be great option for you in our opinion, it's very comfortable

    • @Audrey.17
      @Audrey.17 3 дні тому

      @@sonsofsever Thanks for the reply. I like how you guys said it is an everyday shoe. I would be wearing it for work. I work in a nursing home as an OT. So some walking on tile and lots of sitting during documentation.

  • @DeePat-gd5so
    @DeePat-gd5so 3 дні тому

    I think you two would love the Invo8 bare xf for running and lifting. Low stack height but the boomerang footbed gives you some squish

  • @meanderinoranges
    @meanderinoranges 3 дні тому

    Looks like that outsole pattern was "inspired" by the Jim Green Rose Anvil outsole.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 3 дні тому

      The only problem with that theory is this boot came out way before that one did

  • @Kasparovvvvv
    @Kasparovvvvv 3 дні тому

    I love you guys ❤️🙏🏽

  • @Kasparovvvvv
    @Kasparovvvvv 3 дні тому

    This is crazzzyyyyy as a person who loves the widest toebox possible I don’t know any person that need this but enjoy it ❤ that guy׳s foot was amazing. 🦶 Edit: I’m convinced 😅 I always go up a size in barefoot shoes (ehm ehm Vivo) because they are not wide enough, now I can a have a boot that is actually my length and still I can fully splay my toes 🦶

  • @gerardo.saavedra
    @gerardo.saavedra 3 дні тому

    Great video! Thank you so very much, sir. Regards from Perú.

  • @JHC63
    @JHC63 3 дні тому

    No US foot sizes on your chart ?

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 3 дні тому

      @@JHC63 we don’t have a chart haha who’s chart?

  • @skippersam2760
    @skippersam2760 4 дні тому

    do you think these shoes have a good ground feel? which i know these have a little thicker sole

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 4 дні тому

      Yeah they have plenty of ground feel in my opinion. Not as much as Splays original lineup, but it's still a lot.

  • @Richard_FitPku
    @Richard_FitPku 4 дні тому

    Just got these for Xmas. Live that they are grounded but wanted barefoot waterproof. Finding a good hiking waterproof ones seems tough.

  • @coronachaz
    @coronachaz 4 дні тому

    Just ordered some and gonna get elastic laces, like I do on most barefoot shoes. They’ll be way easy to get on.

  • @williamwallace410
    @williamwallace410 4 дні тому

    I wouldn't say the bar was set low. Very impressive your mom finished the run!

  • @bangbangcabrera
    @bangbangcabrera 4 дні тому

    Can you cut the laces and insert your own?

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 4 дні тому

      @@bangbangcabrera if you wanted to. Also, it comes with extra bungee laces and extra normal laces

    • @bangbangcabrera
      @bangbangcabrera 4 дні тому

      @sonsofsever got it, thank you!

  • @Berp-j2f
    @Berp-j2f 5 днів тому

    i love my lems!

  • @Shaithis-rb4br
    @Shaithis-rb4br 6 днів тому

    Traction pattern??The outer sole is a nightmare,slippery as hell unless you walk on a rough asphalt or dry terrain.A really great upper platform,definately waterproof and comfy,simply can not perform in rainy days in the city,because the out sole forces your feet in to ice scating adventures...

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 6 днів тому

      @@Shaithis-rb4br I’m a delivery driver. I wore these for probably two or three weeks in a row. One week was nothing but rain. I had no issues with this. Switched to two other boots that were significantly more slippery. This guy was a champ for me in the wet slippery conditions that week

  • @itismypride4085
    @itismypride4085 6 днів тому

    You guys are cool. These shoes you bought remind me of Saucony jazz.

  • @nickamarit
    @nickamarit 6 днів тому

    My foot width is 4.5" (length 11.2"), so I don't think I'll fit in these without rubbing.

  • @nickamarit
    @nickamarit 6 днів тому

    A Splay 101 High Top would be amazing for downhill skateboarding. It's all leather! Either a 101 High Top or an all-leather Rev High Top would work great. Sad they don't have one that suits my needs yet. Kinda wanna buy from Splay.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 6 днів тому

      Comments like yours are part of what let's them know what the market wants! And we totally agree, either a high top 101 or a leather Rev is definitely needed

  • @eattherich162
    @eattherich162 7 днів тому

    Love these vids

  • @wasbeer77
    @wasbeer77 7 днів тому

    Got two pairs. Love 'm to bits!

  • @mrfrm1975
    @mrfrm1975 7 днів тому

    Best channel on UA-cam! Thanks for sharing.

  • @nickamarit
    @nickamarit 7 днів тому

    1 blister in a totally brand spanking new pair of shoes running a half marathon = that's pretty amazing.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 7 днів тому

      Wasn't even a full blown blister either haha. They are quite the departure from the Altras we've been running in all summer long, but there's a lot of good things about them!

    • @nickamarit
      @nickamarit 7 днів тому

      @sonsofsever Wow, not even a real blister. Nice. Is the upper as supple/flexible as other runnings shoes too? The retro shape appears stiff-ish to me, but it definitely could just be the appearance.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 7 днів тому

      @@nickamarit the upper material is a little stiffer than today's modern recycled PET and such yes, but it hasn't bothered me at all. They were going for full-on classic runner with the nylon and suede

    • @nickamarit
      @nickamarit 7 днів тому

      @@sonsofsever Ahhh, nice to know. Thanks man.

  • @Gman1024
    @Gman1024 7 днів тому

    I don't care what naysayers say, the fact that you can throw on barefoot shoes and go hard like this with minimal damage says a ton. I've never been as comfortable in conventional shoes as I've been in any of mine, right out of the box. Love that you guys are making memories with Mama like this every year, so special, thank you for sharing it. Happy Holidays boys, thank you for a very informative year. The content is top notch and I hope the affiliates come out to play in 2025 and you need to buy larger homes to display your wall of boxes, haha.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 7 днів тому

      We appreciate your comments Gman!

  • @eattherich162
    @eattherich162 8 днів тому

    Just discovered your channel from your Lems review video. God bless you guys

  • @justinperkins7744
    @justinperkins7744 8 днів тому

    Been waiting for this review so I could decide if I wanted these

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 8 днів тому

      @@justinperkins7744 we'll get a full one out too after we've put more miles on them. I've got about 20 miles on mine, and so far I think they're great for short quick runs. Pretty versatile too, I took them with me on an overnight work trip and loved being able to wear them out casually, but then take them on a run too

  • @mikeb3535
    @mikeb3535 8 днів тому

    Do the paddles float?

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 8 днів тому

      @@mikeb3535 never fully tried it out, I've dropped one before and they definitely don't just immediately sink, just not sure how long before they would start sinking, if they do at all

  • @jordanschneider1077
    @jordanschneider1077 9 днів тому

    What scared me off from buying these was several reviews from guys around my height 6' saying that the pants were a little short on them. In fact, in your video they seem the same. Your socks can be seen as the pants don't come down far enough. Maybe that doesn't bother you guys or other people , but it put me off.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 9 днів тому

      @@jordanschneider1077 yeah I think that's our preferred cut of pant honestly. A big part of that is that we review a lot of shoes and they're easier to see and film if the pants are cut a bit higher lol

  • @Beariam24
    @Beariam24 9 днів тому

    Pants on dude with yellow trainers on?? 😂

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 9 днів тому

      What's funny about pants? Genuinely confused haha

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 8 днів тому

      @@Beariam24 sorry! Are you just asking what pants they are? Path Projects Killam PX, easily my favorite running pants

    • @Beariam24
      @Beariam24 8 днів тому

      @@sonsofsever yeah just asking. Sorry for the confusion 👍🏼

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 8 днів тому

      @@Beariam24 lol all good, that's on me for sure!

  • @nickamarit
    @nickamarit 9 днів тому

    I really wanted to get some Altras for my wife, but unfortunately the brand don't carry her size (35.5 EU) at all. Probably gonna go with Xeros instead, cuz they carry her size.

  • @micdavey
    @micdavey 10 днів тому

    The Escalante Racer 2 is so much better. Less weight, more breathable, and lower stack

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 10 днів тому

      @@micdavey yeah I'm not sure if the new Racer had released yet when we asked for these, otherwise we probably would have gone for them!

  • @Kilcobert19
    @Kilcobert19 10 днів тому

    So the Escalante and Via Olympus are their only road shoes based on the original fit. The lone peak and Olympus are their trail shoes with that fit too. I can't use any of their other shoes anymore due to how narrow they are and the rubbing round my feet. It's very disappointing as the original foot shape is so good

  • @kitcraft9516
    @kitcraft9516 10 днів тому

    They are way too squishy, for me, underfoot. I don't really care about the stack height, but I want zero rebound from a mid/insole. Their Solstice has a much firmer midsole but even that is at least 10x squishier than I prefer, lol. Thanks for the video, as always, hope you have a good holiday season.

  • @millone3393
    @millone3393 10 днів тому

    Check out Flux

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 10 днів тому

      We got the Flux trail runner recently. Without spoiling it too much before the review, I'm gonna stick with Altra for now lol

    • @millone3393
      @millone3393 10 днів тому

      @sonsofsever I personally love them. I own all versions and am quite happy.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 10 днів тому

      @@millone3393 my biggest gripe is the toe rocker, it's nuts compared to any other runner I've ever worn. I land way too far forward on my forefoot for that shoe to work for me, it feels super weird

    • @millone3393
      @millone3393 10 днів тому

      @sonsofsever Hmmm. Interesting. Looking forward to the review. If they are sized 11.5, send them this way, lol.

    • @sonsofsever
      @sonsofsever 10 днів тому

      @@millone3393 lol! Size 9, otherwise I would have been game

  • @umbertosmith7014
    @umbertosmith7014 10 днів тому

    The "anvil" sole isn't that good. It wears quite fast...I wish they'd stop calling it barefoot because its not. Its a Zero Drop...Zero Drop and barefoot are two different things. I love zero drop because it puts pressure on the foot in a balanced way that doesn't stress the knees backs and hip, the arches of the foot do its job. The plastic toe puff and heel stiffener is crap...they ought to just use leather even though it would be more expensive. The heel rub issue is the celastic material, it doesn't really bend like leather. It will always be firm and plastic like, it can cause heel blisters. I like the "barefoot" shoes because they are a hybird/zero drop, not quite boot, not quite sneaker but wear and look like a sneaker. Its a damn shame they don't use thicker leather. The inconsistency in leathers is apparent, but its a 200$ product...going into the PNW world of course its more durable but not necessarily better. I think the Jim Green zero drop boot/shoe is one of the better made ones, although the double row of stitching is bad...I mean whats the point in running two rows of stitches if your sewing machine is going to puncture already used holes? The stitching detail sucks on the stitchdown, but they did leave enough room for 1-2 re-soles which is good. I'd like to see them use leather on the barefoot boots for the heel counter, just make it a soft heel counter. Having a hard piece of plastic in the heel provides support at the expense of comfort.