8 CASUAL BAREFOOT SHOES (that don’t look silly!)
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Many modern shoes are not a natural foot shape, damaging feet. When feet are given plenty of room to flex and splay, they gain the chance to re-align and re-strengthen. Vivobarefoot shoes are designed to allow your feet to have this space, even when you’re wearing shoes.
We believe that actually going barefoot is best. At home, on the beach or in the park, why not give your feet more chances to feel free? They’ll thank you for it!
Why not try a spot of Toega to get your feet working? Learn how here.
We shouldn’t take the big toe for granted! This part of the foot is fundamental to natural movement, helping you to balance with every step and acting as a pivot point for movement. The Great toe needs plenty of space to move as it should do., which is why we make shoes with a wide to box.
Have you ever heard the term ‘use it or lose it’? Movement is supported by hundreds of muscles, tendons and ligaments throughout the body, especially the feet and legs. Wearing shoes that are unnecessarily supportive stop these tissues needing to work - and so natural strength and flexibility can be lost over time. But don’t panic, you can work to re-strengthen them provided they’re allowed to function naturally!
Learn more about transitioning to back to barefoot by reading this blog.
The feet are absolutely packed with bones that work together in an intricate structure to support strong, healthy movement. We all know that young bones are malleable, and so you won’t be surprised to hear that wearing tight, unnaturally shaped shoes can alter the physical structure of the foot. Not a very good idea when we know that our feet are the product of thousands of years of evolutionary refinement!
Why not have a look at this testimonial to the benefits of barefoot from the point of view of an orthopaedic surgeon?
80 Elephants!? This helps to put into context quite how hard your feet work every day. Modern shoes claim that to deal with the daily impact of walking, we require cushioned, padded shoes. We don’t agree. Instead, we believe your feet and legs need to be allowed to move naturally in order to do their job properly. The biomechanics of the feet and legs have been refined by 1000s of years of evolution - we don’t think we should interfere with that!
We believe that many modern shoe companies sell shoes that are bad for your feet. By convincing consumers that they need the latest technology in padding and arch support, or the latest fashion style, shoe brands are able to find new ways of selling shoes. But this can be to the detriment of foot health! Healthy shoes are thin, flat and flexible. Anything else interrupts natural movement.
We think shoes should let your feet more as effectively as possible. Why not Read our blog exploring why barefoot shoes work for Free?Runners
Studies into the difference in foot structure of children who are often barefoot, and those who regularly wear ‘normal’ shoes, show that not wearing shoes allows for more flexible arches and stronger intrinsic muscles. By restricting foot movement, ‘normal’ kids’ shoes can prevent the feet and legs from developing naturally. By wearing thin, flat and flexible shoes, Kids’ feet have the chance to develop as nature intended.
Man, who is this guy? I never thought I could feel so good after watching a shoe review... definitely some witchcraft up in here
{Cleaning chicken blood off walls} Glad you liked it!
Yeah (say this rando stranger, a year after you): never seen Chase before, but, I like his presentational style!
iblos just wait till you’re looking for a bag😉
Yea he’s a goon;but in a good way. Definitely some substance going on(he’s ‘borrowing’ energy from SOMEWHERE!!
he maxed out charisma on the character creation screen
I just dont understand why barefoot shoe brands cant just freaking design a decent shoe, damn 😂
The Xero Hana shoes seem decent, don't they?
oh they can you just got to keep your eyes open! I am totally in love with wildling.shoes ! they are amazing
Vivo Gobi 2 is a nice everyday shoe. Just try them out once
@MegaName wow! thank you! they are amazing! such a cool design
@@tatianavutsan5292 your welcome :) in mai they will launch their sandles and on facebook they gave already some sneak peaks ;)
I work in Australia’s only barefoot store. Do not buy the size below. The shoe is meant to feel big at first, this gives your foot enough room to move naturally and allows for your foot to swell when it’s hot and spread out over the first few months.
Hi Liam
In your experience, which barefoot hiking shoe is the most popular, and why?
I am looking to purchase some, but where to start!?
@@DunderOz the vivobarefoot Tracker fg is the way to go. It's fully waterproof and is half the weight of any traditional boot. Great flexibility and a lot of adjustability with the laces.
@@liammcleod159
Thank you for the quick reply Liam ☺
@@liammcleod159 Thanks for speaking on here, Liam! I am a new registered nurse and want to start wearing barefoot shoes, but I'm struggling to find any that are not boots and are water-resistant in order to be easily wiped off when working in healthcare. Can you help me, please?
@@sublimesamoyed vivobarefoot have a shoe called the geo court. They are leather and come in an all black version. If you are new to barefoot shoes you might find the Altra Torin 5 Leather easier to stand in for long shifts. That shoe has foam but is still 0 drop and has a natural foot shape.
Why was this recommended for me? Why am I watching this? I don't know but now I have a new interest
Astra_not same
Lol me too
Hmmm. It would appear the algorithm worked. Very well!
as a woman idk why i'm watching this guy talk about his shoes but he makes it so entertaining here i am lol
Same!!!
I wear vibrams every day, because IDGAF what people think of my shoes, and they're the most comfortable things you can put on your feet.
Most people don't notice, and I've gotten a ton of random compliments which is weird. Only 1 or 2 people have straight up told me they don't like 'em.
Moral: wear what you want and carry yourself with confidence.
Same!
yah but some people care about fashion and dressing nice.
I land on the front of my feet, just behind my pinky toe, and roll inward toward my big toe while setting my heel down. The whole point of wearing zero drop or minimalist shoes is to facilitate walking and running like this, as landing with your heel sends the shock of impact directly up your shins to your knees. You definitely have to make the change slowly, though. The connective tissue, bones and muscles in the arch of your foot aren't used to the strain and need to be allowed to get stronger. If you have any pain, it's best to go back to your old shoes and heel strike for a bit rather than force it.
If you're having trouble figuring out the stride, walk barefoot outside for a bit. After a bit, it just sorta "clicked" for me.
PERFECT comment about wear whatever you want with confidence!
Same here. 2 months in and my feet are so much stronger! KSO-EVOS
Cant wait till someone makes a minimalist zero drop csa approved workboot
Brandon Reimer same here
Zaqq shoes are really looking good.
I work in a Osha regulated working environment and I wish I could find shock proof, water proof, zero drop, barefoot shoes with steel toe. Is that too much to ask for ?
Unfortunately alot of districts mandate a defined heel for grip on a ladder or what have you.
@@benjammin8510 the most useless requirement on a boot it the heel. I say this because it you put the ladder rung in the heel grip it puts you off balance on the ladder making it less safe to stand on. But how would we be able to expect someone who makes a regulation to know anything about what they are regulating.
Thanks for the honest reviews, I find that a lot of these shoes have an almost cult-like thing going on where any negatives aren't mentioned. I've had breathability issues too with Xero Hana but like their sandals. As others have said, the Vivobarefoot Gobi are awesome and also the Ra (low top equivalent).
My feet haven't really grown since around 7th grade and I've had a pair of birkenstocks since 6th grade to 21 years old that are still holding on
That's impressive, unlike mine which grow so much I grow out of shoes monthly.
i've had my blackout converse for 5 years now and they don't look like they're going anywhere. Only had to superglue them once :D
"I'm just not ready to go quietly...into that night." DIED laughing!!!!
I don't know how this showed up in my recommendations but...I love you
Hey Chase, I just wanted to say that I really appreciate that while you clearly have your own opinions, astestics and desires, you're still super nice. It's great to be able to playfully make fun of something without truly taking jabs at someone else's opinions or taste. Especially when were just talking bout shoes. That's really rare especially on the interwebs. Thanks you.
9:45
Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Though wise men at their end know dark is right,
Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
And you, my father, there on the sad height,
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
From The Poems of Dylan Thomas
Don't really know why this video was recommended to me, maybe a bit lol, but I enjoyed it. And even came back to find this reference. Thought I'd leave the poem if anyone else wanted it.
Shoes are bags for your feet.
Ba!
That's why I wear flip flops......shoes suck.
Shoes are coffins for feet.
@@austinwillcut4919 So you don't move much?
@@estebanb7166 What do you mean? I move just fine idiot......next dumb question.
I'm at 7:45 where you were talking about cat hide and then an ad for the CATS musical tour came on 🤣
It's almost time for another barefoot casual shoe review.
I was looking at Shoespiracy (in the market for some zero drop shoes and yes you're right, they're butt ugly) and UA-cam offered your video to watch. I subscribing to your channel even without knowing what you mainly focus on, because you are so freakin much fun to watch and you are hilarious!! This video was great! Thanks.
I own the Lem’s boot in black leather. I literally wore them everyday through the winter. I just bought the Lems’s Primal 2 sneaker which I now wear almost everyday. I have two pair of xero shoes- they’re ok, but Lem’s is in a class all its own. Highly recommend the Primal 2.
how cold ? I've gotten down to -20F and froze my toes even with woolly socks
Great review. Finally a video that includes tons of shoes and actually knows what they're talking about. Thanks, I'll watch more if you got more.
Finally bought you a beer! The lems boots just looked too cute to pass up, especially since I have wide feet. Thanks for all the awesome videos
style wise, you seem like you might like the ANI brand shoes, give them a search
personally i like the nimbletoes by joenimble...expensive, but great quality and feel like a ninja whilst wearing them..
ANI is a little too bulky IMO
I bought 5 vivo barefoot shoes and can definitively say they have some of the worst customer service I've ever experienced. And some of their shoes are incredibly uncomfortable.
My favorite brand aesthetically is tadeevo but I wear holes into the soles all the time. Xero shoes don’t have that problem, but they don’t look great and they cramp my toes.
Xeros are toe crampy? Ugh!
And how cold are they? Like this guy is saying he goes hiking with them and that he wears them bare? Are they really hot? I need enlightenment.
@@OgdenM it depends non the style because some are narrower. I find the Hanas are fine but the running shoes and hiking shoes do cramp. The coolest thing about all xero shoes is they have a straps that run from the lace area to the sole in a few spots and these hold the shoe in place around your heel and laces. So you can go a size or so big for more toe space and still have the shoes nice and snug. The side view of the white shoe in the vid thumbnail shoes a good view of the straps.
Not a Birkenstock guy, but now you have me thinking that pair you showed are pretty cool. I live in Central Oregon in the boonies, so my normal day shoes are Vasque hiking boots and Justin ropers. And your style is great, I laughed a couple of times. And those Dad shoes seemed very interesting, but at 71 years of age I ain't going merrily into the night either. But the Birkenstocks seem cool. And yes, I subscribed like some others. Thanks.
Definitely look at allbirds for their shoes, super comfortable and moisture wicking.
Man, this is such a fun review in every way.
Edit: ended up getting the lems leather boots and life's been good ever since
How are the Lems boots treating ya? I’m interested in getting some for myself
And how cold are they? Like this guy is saying he goes hiking with them and that he wears them bare? Are they really hot? I need enlightenment.
@@poweredman the Lems specifically run a little warm. My feet are def sweaty at the end of the day even in cold weather. I recommend wearing them with socks although the flannel lining makes them comfy without socks, you'll get sticky to the insole. That said I love them. I've never worn boots that keep me from getting damp from sweat.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who wants their barefoot shoes to actually look good. Like I just can't bring myself to wear vivo 5 fingers to college
While putting away pennies for these shoes, just get a $5 pair of watersocks at Walmart. Chances are you can wear them for at least 2/3 of your walking, and they give you the chance to start developing those muscles again until you find the right barefoot shoe for you.
Wow. I actually laughed out loud when you meowed. I wasn't expecting that. Educational video, I appreciate it.
Here's a review of 6 vivobarefoot shoes guys:
ua-cam.com/video/ycCn7-7brkc/v-deo.html
Yooooo check out ANI Shoes. They're the most normal looking barefoot shoes I've come across. I've even gotten compliments on how they look from "normal" people haha
Just checked them out, thanks man
I have those Birkenstock Boston clogs. I didn’t like them at first because they were uncomfortable. Then the cork footbed comforted to my feet and - heaven. So damn comfortable! I wear mine all the time and will buy another pair when mine wear out. Awesome.
Check out the vivobarefoot Gobi II Canvas
You should have gotten vivobarefoot Ra and Gobi... those are the two casual shoes they have been doing the longest and in my opinion are the absolute best on the market for casual barefoot!!
vivo barefoot gobi ii are the best shoes I've ever had
me 2
Do you guys wear them with or without the cork sole?
I have them and wear them mostly but i kinda dont like the wide look and I feel like a duck because i have big feet :/
love barefoot Vibram Five toes ware them everyday. no backaches nor leg pains.
As you get older, with barefoot shoes, you will feel the ground not only in your foot, but also at the knee and the hip. Thats why I like to switch up every so often to a more cushioned shoe. Altras are great for that....they are zero drop, wide toe box, and have a decent amount of cushion.
"We wrap your foot in something!" LOL
Anyone have recommendations for wide barefoot shoes? Of course most are wider than regular shoes but I’ve tried a few brands and none seem to have a wide enough toe box. Really trying to reduce the bunion effect going on but feel like my current barefoot shoes aren’t doing much to help that
Ethan Griffiths lems shoes!
I came here for the shoes on the thumbnail. Was it just click-bait?
MrKebaabpizza same
MrKebaabpizza I just found them, vivobarefoot Primus trek.
0:26 lolololol instant sub and I don't even know what this damned channel is about
Oz I loled - he's just being a goof. Especially at that throwaway comment "...I wrote the algorithm.." #comedygold
I totally didn't catch that first go around..lol.hilarious
@Oz no mate, I just have a sense of humour. I'm probably older than you are
@Oz lol why all the angst? The only people that have a problem with people finding whatever shit they want funny are millennial sjw snowflakes who think they can judge everything people do. Maybe you're the millennial lol
@Oz ahh ok so you're not a millenial. Just a liberal snowflake hipster triggered culture nazi. Mate that's so sad.
I have had Lems, Xero, and Vevo. I found all to wear out easily. In order of most durability would be Lems with Xero very close, the Vevo I had cracked at bend near the toe box the material used in the sole was just not up to the others standards. All had problems with the sole glued to the upper. Shoe goo was used a few time on all shoes, oh except the Vevo as in the manner of the crack shoe goo wouldn't fix it The Vevo was the least used shoe out of the bunch as well. I am expecting to get into a pair of Xero's new wool shoe I forget the name very similar to the Hanna. And a Black leather Lems boulder boot. I have come to accept the longevity will not be what I expect or want, but it will have to do.
Now, for the ultimate boot , which you did not cover, I almost expected you to, and at the same time didn't expect. Is the Mukluk. Specifically Steger Mukluks Extremely durable, I have 6 years of full time use, about 6 months of the year and its daily use not something I throw on for the even out thing, hard use in the out of doors.
www.mukluks.com/Traditional-Maple-Mukluks/productinfo/TDMAM/#.W6e_WiRKi1s
Looks like you need to look closer to home and check out soft star. Customizable hand made barefoot friendly shoes from Portland OR.
@@matthewbucklin1391 it really depends on how you look at it.
The upfront cost of the shoes can seem more expensive than I--like many others--might normally pay (though they are comparable or less than a lot of non-barefoot running shoes from Nike, New Balance and Adidas), but they have lasted longer under daily and active wear than any other shoes I have owned. As work shoes I get about 15 months out of them before they started to break down or smell of anything but leather vs a max of 3 months before breakdowns or smell makes most other shoes I've owned questioable to useless (New Balance, Nike, Adidas, Tade Evo, Vibrum 5 fingers, etc.). Upfront cost of $100-160 is comparable to higher but cost over time has thus far been much less.
I like my Merrell Vapor Glove shoes. They're the only shoes I wear anymore when I have to wear shoes. As close as you can get to barefoot without actually being barefoot..........
Merrell Vapor Glove 3’s are the best barefoot shoes I’ve used
Weird but Im more interested in the pants you had on. What are they?
Rushfan2112 same
Just slim fit navy chinos. You can get them from lots of places.
We just started developing a stylish sneaker style barefoot shoe. Would love to send you a pair once they are available 👍
Can you let me know too please? :)
@@tavishledesma4874 sure! Crowdfunding is planned to start in March 2019 :)
awesome!! this market needs more makers! can you disclose a name, for us to look out for?
@@MindfulProgramming sure! Feelgrounds.com More pictures on instagram.com/feelgrounds
@@JohannesBrennerVideos siqq
Shoes are foot prisons
I wear vivo barefoot prius lite ra and sole or Africa these shoes are the best shoes I've ever owned
Quick question Chase, which pair would work best aesthetically with someone who often carry papers... business papers.. man?
In all seriousness, once again a fantastic review/overview. Even when your review is not about bags, it's so in-depth and well-researched it's incredible. Love your work and channel.
I have this model since 5 years : caretsco.com
A bit on the pricey side but quality leather and stitching, formal look, and Mountain proposes resoling services so on a long term, It is not that expensive. I have the black model since 5 years and last year I ordered a oxblood version. I don't want to wear any other formal shoes now that I have two of them. FYI, I work in financial sector in Europe so I wear a suit from Monday to Friday. If by any chance you get in touch with Mountain (the founder), you can tell him you heard about him by Victorien from Luxembourg. :-)
Check out Vivobarefoot Porto Rockers
chech out the zaqq briq
Thanks for the recommend, their shoes look really plush and comfortable, will check them out!
So I bought the lens nine to five. They are little more casual, but swapping out the laces and cutting off the tag gives a more professional look.
Have you bought all these shoes, or did you get it for an apple and an egg?
Have you tried the BALLOPS? If not, do it!
Minute 8:40 "you feel protected" oh yeah, yiha, that's like the GOVERNMENT tells the citizens: "WE PROTECT YOU!" LAUGHING OUT VERY LOUD!
Have you ever thought about it to style the design and forms, by your own? Exactly on your feets and the passing to the whole body?
I AM!
Shoes are the ships, where the feet, getting up, to the hips! That whips or rips, the corpus in a mist or be pissed!
Amazon has barefoot shoes that don't look stupid
I would love to see a redo of this video with some of the new styles. Xero has a lot of new shoes and there are some vans style shoes from feelgrounds that I would love to hear your opinion about.
honestly, IDGAF about "fashion", "pretty colors" or "vegan" crap. I DO have issues with having any heel on my shoes, rigid, confining footwear on my feet, and seams that irritate my skin or toes! All I want is an affordable, brown boot with appropriate spacing around my little toes, flexible soles that'll protect my feet but allow the feel of being barefoot and a simple brown leather color. In warm weather I do not wear anything on my feet (unless I have to go somewhere because facilities require shoes). In cold weather though, I do need something to wear to protect my feet... and I'm about to teach myself how to make the protective footwear my ancestors wore - similar to moccasins - since I'm really not impressed with the choices available for my small feet. I do appreciate all the people making videos like this though to share their experiences & information with us. Thank you!
I fucking love this video! I gave up on barefoot casual shoes because of the lameness. So stoked you're discovering new alternatives.
Cannot afford but definitely approve.
Jay and Silent Bob had a baby! lol Good video, man.
My definition of silly, is vastly different than yours
I just order my first Barefoot pair, after watch this video.. They are Vivo boats.. I could not find others in my Country..
However I know Merrel and bought some of them but they were not barefoot models..
The vegan LEMs Boulder Boot is nylon, not canvas.
My current favorites are Astral Loyaks. They look great and are by far the most comfortable minimalist shoe I've worn.
Finally some good suggestion in the comments ! Thank you
Came for the shoes. Stayed for the worldbuilding. The Chasereeves-verse looks to have promise...
I like the style of your commentary. Keep up the good work. New sub.
and moonwalks
Poseur, copied the tech man. Forgot his name.
Says the guy named Tom Jones. You must be referring to unboxing therapy.
i've never been so entertained watching someone talk about shoes
hopefully you'll do a update vid on new shoes, that'd be great
I really enjoy your videos….your vigor, humor, your general “vibe”. (How about that? I’m in my mid-60s, retired military, retired federal LEO….and I almost sounded “hip”. Uhh…almost, I guess). I adopted the zedwit * minimalist philosophy approximately 4 years ago, when I attempted a thru-hike of the AT. I hike 4-5 miles 5-6 days a week with my Aussie….I work hard to stay slim, in shape. While working out, my Xeros are my “go to shoe”. But when going out with the wife, family, any time when dressing business casual, I have to resort to conventional footwear. I almost think it criminal that conventional shoe companies still make “pointed toe boxes and elevated heels”….and I’m not sure why they don’t at least offer a zedwit line. I did buy a pair of Lems for backpacking…like you, l like their feel, look, and quality. But still looking for the Goldilocks zedwit,,for casual wear. And I want to avoid that “platypus look” (too damned funny, brother!). Bravo-Zulu, a welcome and value-added video, sir! Oh! BTW….zedwit. It’s my word…acronyms. It’s my Navy time, I guess. Stands for *ZD, WT….zero drop, wide toebox. Be well, be safe, enjoy life.
Having made this exact same trip over shoes, so far Xero shoes are the shit. Vivo's have sole problems I didn't like and for me anyway, they were not particularly comfortable. For their price, I should be able to forget I'm wearing them. Not so. Have not tried Lems but will if I need a boot, they are highly recommended. Also, Merrill makes barefoot trainers that once you find the pair you like and get the right size, they are almost as good as no shoes at all. Vibram soles on those, really thin, flexible and comfortable.
Liking what you’re about my brother, and you made me laugh- a lot! Really appreciate this post as one who needs to be barefoot as much as possible- just wish that the lowlifes in the neighborhood would stop breaking glass on the sidewalks! Good information, thanks 🏃♀️🚴🏼♂️🌿🧘🏼🙏
The Lems boots have zero traction if your roaming around in the woods. And they have a much thicker sole. I own Vivos Tracker FG & a pair of lems boots, and I by far love the vivos over the lems.
What an honest review. Aside from the shoes, what kind of pants are you wearing? They look like prana brions
I like the way Xero's Hana Casual Canvas Comfort and Xero Coalton look, but they're pricey.. even though, they're less expensive that the Vivo Primus Lux!
Any thoughts on the Lems' Nine2Five? Vivobarefoot's Ra II or Addis Mens?
What about shoes that aren't marketed as barefoot, but have the flat bottom, and wide toes? Something from Vans? NAUTICA Classic N83 Sail? AllBirds?
What are the red laces shoes in the thumb nail
Merrell do brilliant very comfortable barefoot shoes
Not "looking silly" kinda defeats the purpose of wearing barefoot shoes. Anyone accustomed to conventional shoes will think that a wide, healthy toe-box looks silly. The less "silly" you look the less healthy your feet will be. Xero and Lems (unless Primal) are FAR too narrow. Hard no. Vivo are on the narrow side, but you can maybe JUST get away with them being wide enough.
Altras are my favorite. They are similar to barefoot. They have a wide toebox, are zero drop, but you choose the cushioning level. They are heaven. The Lone Peaks are the most popular hiking shoes on the AT and PCT.
I have worn Saucony exclusively since 2000 -01, got them at TJ Max with a gift card. I had the Classic first. I put them on and it was like I'd been wearing them forever. They were red before red shoes were cool. By the time I needed shoes again they had discontinued the Classic, so I got another kind that looked similar to the one you show, a very "feel everything" shoe with a low low heel. I can't find that one now either. The one you have is the only alternative but it's not the same. They brought back the classic too, but it also wasn't the same shoe. They need to go back in time to when they cared about comfort over color/style. I don't like most of their color combinations. I like harmonious color schemes. I also like comfort and quality.
"I love the mission of this company"..."missions" are just a marketing ploy. Their mission is to turn a profit.
That "wide toe, snub nose" thing that people seem to object to? THAT'S WHERE THE COMFORT COMES FROM. Healthy human feet are not pointed in front, no matter how pretty we think that looks. :)
Chase, has your neuroma improved since wearing barefoot shoes? Been dealing with crazy neuroma pain for a year and I've always worn Vans. Looking into trying the barefoot shoes...
I highly recommend a pair of zero drop/barfoot shoes. i ware vans for a good decade before dealing with neuroma and since i purchased the Xero Hanas i haven't been able to wear my old vans at all. Only thing I haven't found a good zero drop shoe for is skateboarding
Edit: i'd like to add that i've use the xero daylight hikers on backpacking trips for quite a few years now and they are far higher quality than he makes them out to be in this video.
@@Killermo420 awesome thanks for the info. I'll definitely look into those. You just been managing the symptoms...or has your neuroma improved since changing footwear? And yeah...it sucks, I ride bmx and do a lot skateboarding and not being able to do so is driving me crazy.
Shawn Franz the symptoms have improved tremendously since switching over but I do manage the remaining pain generally with turmeric, arnica, and cbd both internal and external
Really nice review 👍 I recommend you try out "Merrell vapor glove 3 Luna LTR". Made of a felty leather upper and look just nice. Would be a good fit as casual barfoot shoe!
I know this is an older video but if you are still looking for a Vans style barefoot shoe I'd recommend S.O.M. Footwear. They have a Vans/Converse style look to them, probably the closest thing you'll find in minimalist shoes right now. They fit well, act mostly how you'd expect a barefoot shoe to act, they're durable, and they're American Made.
I just want to state the vivo is twice has much as xero. So i would except them to have better material. But i just got the day hikers and it you have wide feet, then xero is perfect. I have never had a shoe to fit as good as the xero shoe does.
Dude, those Boulder Boots were gorgeous! Especially love the leather ones. Perfect for fall/winter ( =most of the year here in Sweden 👍)
And how cold are they? Like this guy is saying he goes hiking with them and that he wears them bare? Are they really hot? I need enlightenment.
I’ve been following the outdoor footwear industry and making minimalist footwear since the late 70’s. Please everyone, drop the footwear slang, “drop”. “Drop” was made up by someone who didn’t understand historical and industry standard references to heel height for lasts and shoes. Then marketers seized this new buzzword to draw more consumers. Try this: substitute the word “heel” where you now say “drop”. Zero heel, not zero drop. 5mm heel, not 5mm drop (whether a wedge or step heel). You’ll be historically accurate and consistent too; no one goes out on the town and comments how nice the ladies look in their cocktail dresses and “high drop shoes”, lol.
My chiropractor got us into minimalist shoes. We love them. But he says Birkenstock’s are the WORST thing you can put on your body. I wouldn’t go near them. (I grew up in the 70s, so I know them well.)
I have a pair of Saucony's and they are AMAZING and I'm saying that with super flat feet and after back surgery in 2014
Wouldn't buy from Xero ever again..charged me for shipping to get them..ordered 2 pair because I was excited to find a casual barefoot shoe...the fit was terrible and then I had to pay my own shipping back. I spent $30 to try on 2 pair of ill-fitting shoes.. buyer beware..if you don't mind spending money to try something on, go for it..
Barefoot shoes are only as good as your feet and really they just offer a thin layer of protection. If you have bad feet, fallen arches, bunions, hammer toes etc. you're better off buying supportive shoes. have tried several brands. I looked at my first pair, tried them on and I thought "Glorified slippers." Honestly it's just hype. Yes we used to be barefoot as a species but we really have an intelligent brain. Most of the hype acts like we were always barefoot. Not so. Ancient Roman soldiers were fitted with braced sandals well before the time Christ. And thousands of years before that humans wore shoes.
Heck, try and sell the military on barefoot shoes. It's all about protection. Through the millennia there were many different styles of moccasins, ranging from simple to fur lined. You don't want to be barefoot when it's freezing. Sandals were fitted tightly to keep from slipping. Heck, if you're talented you can get some rawhide and make a decent pair of moccasins or shoes.
The oldest pair of shoes recovered is thousands and thousands of years old. So, we've been thinking of foot protection for a long time. And that is exactly why we aren't barefoot. Evolution didn't raise any dummies. Don't get me wrong. I walk around barefoot a lot but I'm not going to go hiking or running through the woods with a thin layer of protection. If you want to, good luck.
There's nothing wrong with good foot protection. Doctors don't own shoe companies as a rule lol. You want to be barefoot, be barefoot. Wear barefoot shoes. Just remember humans evolved. You walk barefoot in the house, on your lawn, on the beach. But it's not a cure all to be barefoot. Our builds, muscles, bones, tendons are different than they were a millennia ago. Our diets and lifestyles are different. A few hundred years ago we worked our butts off and were in better shape but even then shoes were all about protection. Good shoe designs are meant to help not hinder. The hype would have you believe shoes are bad for you. We weren't raised in the jungles of south America where the peoples have been barefoot forever. You're not going to achieve that level of endurance, at least not the majority of people anyway.
Barefoot is not wrong. It just has it's place.
Foot protection is constantly changing to keep your feet safe and help you keep mobile. Again, There's nothing wrong with being barefoot or wearing a thin layer of foot protection but you're not going to get back what we had tens of thousands of years ago. Enjoy being barefoot. There's nothing like it but don't forget your good supportive shoes.
You are right...feeling is great and performance is awesome...I own 2 pairs...Xero and OtZ ...the materials are way diferente...xero, cheap materials, otz leather . Durability of the soles are poop...3 moths and pretty much they are done ...xero has a 5000miles warranty...not sure about otz ...so, if you looking for durability, not a good option ...nothing like Merrel and Keen ...which I own 2 of each ...no issues with the soles...but after several miles of walking, pain and soreness are always the problem ... barefoot shoes, in extreme cold weather perform well, if they are paired with merino wool socks...but in my opinion the price is too high, for such a cheap material... unless they are leather and waterproof...some of my Marrel lasted me over 3 years...but not the barefoot ones...also leather shoes can be repaired, so I replace the soles of the Otz...and still have them...but not the xero...👎🏼
I've heard about "barefoot" shoes before, but didn't do a lot of research, so just based on my logic - I don't think they are good for you if you are walking on hard surfaces. This talk about primal moving and how we should allow our feet to feel the ground... well yes, if the ground is soft! If you are walking on grass or sand, it is beneficial for your feet to work and adjust to the uneven terrain, but if you are walking on asphalt, concrete, hard wood (so primal, right? :P) you need cushioning! I literally get headaches from my heel hitting the hard ground in thin shoes, so I think this is all bunch of bs to just make us buy more
Us women need a female Chase! 😆 I’m so not into most ‘women’s’ bag and shoes reviews. Can you make this happen? K thanks! 😉
I won't say I'm a sneakerhead but I do like having nice looking shoes. Problem with barfoot shoes is they look ugly. Even the "casual" looking ones looks weird to me without the soles. Are there shoes with low/zero drop and wide toe box appart from altra who make only running shoes so I can start the transition without having to sacrifice style ?
The very concept of these shoes, let alone the common name for them renders the title's parentheses moot. The whole thing is just silly with silly on top some more silly, stacked in slightly silly layers. It's primarily a good laugh over real life having turned Donald Duck for an instant, but, meh - I do wish people would call them something sensibly accurate like "thin soled shoes" maybe.
I like Xero, mainly for the design. Functionality they aren't that good. The Prios.. fall apart if they get wet. The terraflex... don't handle wet trails well. Wet rocks and clay are the worst. The laces are too thick and don't bind to stay done up. With all the Xero running shoes I tried, the uppers tend to wear too fast and the sole will not last 5000miles. On the positive side great toebox, true running ... "feel the earth" shoe.
I wanted to say you cracked me up. Thank you:) I've decided to try the Lems, been wearing minimalist for a year and I want more padding these days.
It seems like I'm late but anyway... I think you should check out Czech brands called Peerko they have Vans looking shoes and Bohempia they do hemp, vegan barefoot shoes that are more Converse like.
I can't find a waterproof 'barefoot' boot for outdoor and construction work in a New-England winter.
Xero shoes are awful, poorly designed and overpriced. I've had many other shoes that go well beyond 5000 miles and they didn't cost hardly half of what xero tries you scam out of you. Don't buy these terrible excuses for shoes.
By far my favorite reviewer online. Could you please review more Vivobarefoot shoes? Maybe like a "Week in the Life of the Primus Lites" video?
How do you put Earthing/Grounding into them for actual barefoof health benefits? I guess these are just nonconductive, I assume some type of stainless screen or mesh.
Birkenstock’s are thee shit. I wear my damn sandals every fucking day. never owned a pair of sandals in my life, and I’m glad I discovered them! And I live in So Cal!
Thanks for you video!! Splay seems to have a model very close to van's!! But I don't know if it the same quality as Vivo....
Vivobarefoot shoes are actually perfectly sized. Brands like Nike actually are to small for their size so that I have to choose 1 or 1.5 size steps above what usually buy