Kaden….I couldn’t agree more. I’m still ‘transitioning’ into true minimalist-zero drop. I’m mid-60s male…my real running days are over, but I backpack, bikepack, kayak, train my dog and hike daily 4-9 miles 5-6 days a week. I have that exact Prio….I also have the Xero Z-Trail sandals that I carry when backpacking as my evening “in camp shoe”. While actually backpacking, I wear Altra Lone Peaks or my Lems (depending on the altitude or mountains of the trail. Funny that you mention Brooks, as when I did run, I was a religious Brooks devotee. I can’t fathom why the big name brand athletic shoe companies don’t at least adopt a more natural toe box, regardless of whether they adopt true zero drop. Another good review of a great shoe from a company that “gets it”.
I like my prios, they're my everyday shoe when it's cold unless I need boots, but the HFS is my favorite shoe when it's warmer! Your videos are very good, the production, the editing and your presentation. Keep it up!
I love the Prio, they're probably the most comfortable shoes i've ever worn but they have terrible durability in my experience. The sole has torn from the upper in many places and cracks on the upper. I've worn the HFS alot as well and that one has minor damages but not too bad. Have worn them for a year now interchangeably
I wish they made that color combination in women's. Women's feet are different so I won't just buy a men's size but the color combinations bum me out. I might get Vivos for that reason
I've been using some pair of flat puma retro style shoe for like 3 years. First as an everyday shoe then exclusively for exercise. The first 6 months was a little rough walking around as my foot muscles acclimated to supporting themselves. But in the end it solved the knee pain I was getting from wearing arch supporting shoes. I can't get the puma variety I like anymore, and the ones I got have chunks of the rubber sole missing, so I've been looking at these online.
Thanks for talking about this one! Been needing to replace my old mat flex shoes for lifting and my other workouts, and I've been on the fence on which type of zero drop shoes to get, since they're all so pricey! But this one in particular in the men's sizing is the most reasonable price I've seen. I'm a woman with wide and thick feet, so I do often find that women's shoes are too narrow and/or shallow. I'm gonna give these a try!
@@docksloan have you tried correct toes? I just got them but they cost $65. Do you run with the spacers on? How about lift with the spacers on? Thanks kind gracious sir
@@docksloan do you like these more or the Lems Primal 2s? I have Lems NinetoFives for work and just ordered a pair or Lems Primal 2s for running a marathon . Hope they work well
xero shoes the fit is off for me, it take a long time for customer service process my order, can't wait to have my money back, they gave a sale and now it takes 2 weeks to return email or phone call...so 2 weeks to get the shoes since they send it and now 2 weeks waiting to return them plus the shipping played 14 dollars shipping and now return shipping who know how much it will cost? i Learned a huge lesson never order from them!!!
I just ordered a pair bc they were only 60€ and I will be participating in a mini-triathlon in a month. Have been wearing barefoot shoes for about 2-3 years but I don't have an athletic model yet. These seem perfect for jogging/running and it's not too obvious they're barefoot (I don't want to get disqualified for having "improper shoes / protection" or something
Hi, how do these Prio behave on wet pavement? I'm used to the FiveFingers V-Alpha, V-Trail and Merrell Vapor Glove 6 with Vibram that do not slip almost nothing, and those Xero without Vibram sole because it gives me doubts. Where I live it usually rains a lot. Thank you 🙂
Hey man, I just found the video and thanks for putting this together! I got the shoes today- I'm usually EUR 45 and got the Xero prio in EUR 45 as they advised true to size for this one but they felt kinda bigger than i'm used to at first. I mostly plan to use those around the gym so no running , maybe some walks etc. In your experience of using them would something like a regular 45 , true to size actually be Ok , OR its just I'm not used to the wider toe box etc. from my years of using conventional sneakers and that's actually how they should feel? What's your recommendation/opinion?
I got a pair of these recently and really like them. I haven't been a sneaker wearer in decades, but I started with Cariumas and was amazed how good my feet felt without too much cushioning/arch support. I like to go barefoot, but our floors are too cold right now. I have Achilles issues and arthritic toes so am hoping barefoot shoes will be a positive change. (My physical therapist recommended Hokas but I absolutely hate them and have only wore them a few times, mostly when I had to wear a boot for Achilles tendonitis because they were high enough.)
I just got HFS. I noticed right away my ankles didn't hurt after wearing them. I am going to try to wear them at work tomorrow. Not all day because I know my feet will be sore.
Thanks for the review. I went to a minimalist/zero drop/wide toe box shoe years ago and I'll never go back. Running takes a minute to ease into but after years of primarily only wearing aqua shoes or my New Balance shoes which you can't find anymore I'm going to try out the Xero brand. Cheers.
Nice video, I just order a pair of these shoes. Excited to get them. I decided that I needed to get a pair of these shoes so that my toes have allot of space. I am cyclist who wears tight snug cycling shoes.
Lems have the most padding of the minimalist shoes, and have a wider toe box than vivobarefoot. Great for cement walking for long days. Xero shoes are the most comfortable and flexible. Vivos are the most durable, but not as comfortable of a fit.
I actually got into the whole barefoot shoe trend by accident. I started wearing my water shoes as casual shoes and found I really liked the feel. Ive been doing this for a couple of years now. They're not really acceptable in most workplace settings though so I really need to upgrade...
Hey! I know this is like a year late but I've also been wearing my water shoes as casual shoes, although strictly for the gym, for years as well. I realllly liked how it felt because it felt like I was so stable. I've done some running too and it feels so natural. I do have to admit I experimented with vibrams five fingers for a while because I was one of the very few that though they actually looked cool lol. I had those for 2 years but I left them out in the sun with salt water and it ruined them unforutnately. So now I'm expecting my Xero Prios soon and I'm excited to start working out in them! It just feels good to know someone else had a similar start with barefoot shoes haha
How does the shoe perform compare to say the vans and chucks when doing squats and deadlifts? I use either thr vans or chucks for the heavy lifts but i wanna have a shoe that i can use as well for running.
Vans and chucks typically are a more narrow shoe. The zero shoes give your toes room to spread. Thus giving you better balance and power production from the feet up since your gripped to the ground
I saw this video before and it keeps popping up in my feed. So, I'm btwn this prio the same color scheme since it's red white, and Blue America!! I defend this daily with my job and this shoe looks awesome. It funny you say, Brooks. I wear Ghost 14 and that cushion s annoying.. Especially for a 51 yr old like me. And the xero 360 is also a cool-looking shoe, i just want to walk around in them. I like @captincoyote1792 and what he said ...
If you want a little more cushion to start, I might point you to the Lems. The Xero platform is probably still my favorite, but Lems might be a smoother transition. Stay tuned on the channel, I’m posting a video about the Lems Primal Zen which might be a good fit 👍🏼 😊
@@docksloan zero drop puts the Achilles in a more stretched position than one with drop. I personally love barefoot zero drop shoes because it helped me recover from a foot injury, but I did develop Achilles pain for a while due to running too much in five fingers. I've since recovered but now I just make sure not to overdo it
@@adimperial Maybe stretched relative to a shortened position because of elevated footwear, but overall restoring neutral. The achilles pain relative to running in five fingers may have more to do with the running itself rather than the shoe as the "sole" cause. Generally, I have found that tissue integrity is a little better off with prolonged use of natural footwear.
I know that all the minimalist shoes are wide in the toe box but some are wider than others. I am wondering how Xero shoes are in width compared to other brands. I have very wide feet.
My boss used to wear Merrill Trail Gloves and thought they were wide enough, and after wearing Xero, notices how much tighter the Merrels feel. It’s worth trying out!
I just bought my first pair today. I’m a newbie to barefoot shoes and can’t wait for them to arrive. Thank you for your video. Very informative and tells me I made a great first purchase. Wish I found it before my order so I could’ve bought from your link. Please tell me what socks you are wearing. Love the style. Are they toe socks? Always looking for good socks. is there a right and wrong toe spacer to buy? Thanks!
I love Injinji toe socks but there are good Amazon alternatives. My favorite toe spacers is from The Toe Spacer (Spacer Mobility). You can grab some here: thetoespacer.com/discount/kaden10
I've been playing 2-hour tennis matches in these bad boys. And I've noticed that I'm faster at getting to balls, because I don't stomp around in my heels like I did with "normal" tennis shoes. I absolutely love the Prio. Great review, my friend!
The important thing is to transition in small doses of this is a huge departure from what you’re used to. Soft-tissue work, mobility and forcing your foot to do work are the starting pieces.
I've been using them for tennis matches lately, and I am absolutely happy with them. I was pleasantly surprised by the stability of the Prios with lateral movement.
@@docksloan indeed. I got a pair of Terraflex, usually tagged at €130, for €65. Now I'm waiting for the next sale to get a pair of Prios (they're tagged at €100 here in the EU and that's quite too much for me).
The massive Xero sale is going on now (Sept 15 to Oct. 3), in case you didn't know. Yesterday I purchased the Daylite Hiker Fusion for $48 and Prio for $27!! 😊 I got the former with mountain biking in mind, and the latter for an 'everyday' shoe becuz I consistently hear how much people love the Prio, the violet was calling me, and the price is unbeatable! 😊
Do you still play soccer? If so, what cleats do you recommend? I've been using barefoot shoes for 4 months now and when I put my cleats on, they crushed my feet lol
I bought this same shoe just waiting for it to arrive in the mail this week. I primarily bought these for playing the drums. I can’t WAIT to try em out. Currently wearing the Onitsuka Tigers when I play. Let ya know…
Started wearing Whitin zero drop shoes a few years ago. Helped my foot and back pain a lot. The Whitins are less than half the price and they have been great, very comfortable. Got their trail runners for hiking and they are great as well. Wanting to get Xero Alpines for winter though.
I picked these up but unfortunately they’re just too narrow for my feet. They’re definitely not my Vans but they feel much narrower than my cheapo Whitins. What sucks is I thought they had good style for barefoot shoes and they’re a decent price but my journey continues… 🥲
Kaden….I couldn’t agree more. I’m still ‘transitioning’ into true minimalist-zero drop. I’m mid-60s male…my real running days are over, but I backpack, bikepack, kayak, train my dog and hike daily 4-9 miles 5-6 days a week. I have that exact Prio….I also have the Xero Z-Trail sandals that I carry when backpacking as my evening “in camp shoe”. While actually backpacking, I wear Altra Lone Peaks or my Lems (depending on the altitude or mountains of the trail. Funny that you mention Brooks, as when I did run, I was a religious Brooks devotee. I can’t fathom why the big name brand athletic shoe companies don’t at least adopt a more natural toe box, regardless of whether they adopt true zero drop. Another good review of a great shoe from a company that “gets it”.
Been walking around for a week in my first pair of these. First time barefoot user ready to throw out every old sneaker boot or shoe I ever owned
😂
I like my prios, they're my everyday shoe when it's cold unless I need boots, but the HFS is my favorite shoe when it's warmer! Your videos are very good, the production, the editing and your presentation. Keep it up!
Thank you! And the HFS is the next pair I plan on trying out!
They work nice in snow? Or just when cold? I'm waiting for my pair. But that can be very relevant in Norway
They work okay in snow. I’d still go for a boot in that instance.
I love the Prio, they're probably the most comfortable shoes i've ever worn but they have terrible durability in my experience. The sole has torn from the upper in many places and cracks on the upper. I've worn the HFS alot as well and that one has minor damages but not too bad. Have worn them for a year now interchangeably
I just bought this shoe. I love it. My feet feel better today after another all day on my feet.
I have prios. Happy with them. Wish they were not made in China and were a little nicer for the money.
I wish they made that color combination in women's. Women's feet are different so I won't just buy a men's size but the color combinations bum me out. I might get Vivos for that reason
I've been using some pair of flat puma retro style shoe for like 3 years. First as an everyday shoe then exclusively for exercise. The first 6 months was a little rough walking around as my foot muscles acclimated to supporting themselves. But in the end it solved the knee pain I was getting from wearing arch supporting shoes.
I can't get the puma variety I like anymore, and the ones I got have chunks of the rubber sole missing, so I've been looking at these online.
That’s a cool story! I think you’ll really like these :)
Love the wide toe box. Great info thank you. Style vs comfort. Comfort all the way!
The only flaw is the colors. lol It throws me off. Steven better get me in his design department.
You should make some design mock-ups and share them!
true. really ugly
Thanks for talking about this one! Been needing to replace my old mat flex shoes for lifting and my other workouts, and I've been on the fence on which type of zero drop shoes to get, since they're all so pricey! But this one in particular in the men's sizing is the most reasonable price I've seen. I'm a woman with wide and thick feet, so I do often find that women's shoes are too narrow and/or shallow. I'm gonna give these a try!
Awesome! Let me know how you like them!
Where did you get your toe spacers?
From The Toe Spacer. Theirs is amazing. Great company
@@docksloan have you tried correct toes? I just got them but they cost $65. Do you run with the spacers on? How about lift with the spacers on? Thanks kind gracious sir
I have not. And I don’t, no. I just wear them either when relaxing or with some weight lifting!
@@docksloan 💪 🦶
@@docksloan do you like these more or the Lems Primal 2s? I have Lems NinetoFives for work and just ordered a pair or Lems Primal 2s for running a marathon . Hope they work well
xero shoes the fit is off for me, it take a long time for customer service process my order, can't wait to have my money back, they gave a sale and now it takes 2 weeks to return email or phone call...so 2 weeks to get the shoes since they send it and now 2 weeks waiting to return them plus the shipping played 14 dollars shipping and now return shipping who know how much it will cost? i Learned a huge lesson never order from them!!!
I just ordered a pair bc they were only 60€ and I will be participating in a mini-triathlon in a month. Have been wearing barefoot shoes for about 2-3 years but I don't have an athletic model yet. These seem perfect for jogging/running and it's not too obvious they're barefoot (I don't want to get disqualified for having "improper shoes / protection" or something
Hi, how do these Prio behave on wet pavement? I'm used to the FiveFingers V-Alpha, V-Trail and Merrell Vapor Glove 6 with Vibram that do not slip almost nothing, and those Xero without Vibram sole because it gives me doubts. Where I live it usually rains a lot.
Thank you 🙂
Hey man, I just found the video and thanks for putting this together! I got the shoes today- I'm usually EUR 45 and got the Xero prio in EUR 45 as they advised true to size for this one but they felt kinda bigger than i'm used to at first. I mostly plan to use those around the gym so no running , maybe some walks etc. In your experience of using them would something like a regular 45 , true to size actually be Ok , OR its just I'm not used to the wider toe box etc. from my years of using conventional sneakers and that's actually how they should feel? What's your recommendation/opinion?
I got a pair of these recently and really like them. I haven't been a sneaker wearer in decades, but I started with Cariumas and was amazed how good my feet felt without too much cushioning/arch support. I like to go barefoot, but our floors are too cold right now. I have Achilles issues and arthritic toes so am hoping barefoot shoes will be a positive change. (My physical therapist recommended Hokas but I absolutely hate them and have only wore them a few times, mostly when I had to wear a boot for Achilles tendonitis because they were high enough.)
I just got HFS. I noticed right away my ankles didn't hurt after wearing them. I am going to try to wear them at work tomorrow. Not all day because I know my feet will be sore.
Price has gone down…$ 67 and some change for shoe plus shipping is what I paid today…Can’t wait to get mine
Thanks for the review. I went to a minimalist/zero drop/wide toe box shoe years ago and I'll never go back. Running takes a minute to ease into but after years of primarily only wearing aqua shoes or my New Balance shoes which you can't find anymore I'm going to try out the Xero brand. Cheers.
Nice review!
They are great for training
Nice video, I just order a pair of these shoes. Excited to get them. I decided that I needed to get a pair of these shoes so that my toes have allot of space. I am cyclist who wears tight snug cycling shoes.
Nice! I hope you love ‘em like I do!
Do you prefer these over the Lems Primal 2’s?
For some occasions! These are bit more sporty for me and I actually workout in them more than my Lems.
Lems have the most padding of the minimalist shoes, and have a wider toe box than vivobarefoot. Great for cement walking for long days. Xero shoes are the most comfortable and flexible. Vivos are the most durable, but not as comfortable of a fit.
Prefer lems primal 2 for durability and padding. Used lems are easy to find on ebay and work well.
I got used lems primal 2 for under 60 dollars..
Well said 👏🏻
I have Xero sandals but their shoe soles are too narrow for my toe splay. Softstar primal shape are the only ones that fit but they're clown shoes
I actually got into the whole barefoot shoe trend by accident. I started wearing my water shoes as casual shoes and found I really liked the feel. Ive been doing this for a couple of years now. They're not really acceptable in most workplace settings though so I really need to upgrade...
There are some brands out there to help with that dilemma!
Hey! I know this is like a year late but I've also been wearing my water shoes as casual shoes, although strictly for the gym, for years as well. I realllly liked how it felt because it felt like I was so stable. I've done some running too and it feels so natural. I do have to admit I experimented with vibrams five fingers for a while because I was one of the very few that though they actually looked cool lol. I had those for 2 years but I left them out in the sun with salt water and it ruined them unforutnately. So now I'm expecting my Xero Prios soon and I'm excited to start working out in them! It just feels good to know someone else had a similar start with barefoot shoes haha
I was curious to know how they size your feet to the shoe. I have good arches but wide feet. Does they offer different widths?
How does the shoe perform compare to say the vans and chucks when doing squats and deadlifts? I use either thr vans or chucks for the heavy lifts but i wanna have a shoe that i can use as well for running.
Vans and chucks typically are a more narrow shoe. The zero shoes give your toes room to spread. Thus giving you better balance and power production from the feet up since your gripped to the ground
Xero HFS might be a better choiseif you run a lot. I use them for crossfit, there are so nice, but not suitable for ropeclimbes.
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I saw this video before and it keeps popping up in my feed. So, I'm btwn this prio the same color scheme since it's red white, and Blue America!! I defend this daily with my job and this shoe looks awesome. It funny you say, Brooks. I wear Ghost 14 and that cushion s annoying.. Especially for a 51 yr old like me. And the xero 360 is also a cool-looking shoe, i just want to walk around in them. I like @captincoyote1792 and what he said ...
For a first timer, who is just transitioning & using these shoes for walking outdoors only. Would you recommend Xero shoes or Lems?
If you want a little more cushion to start, I might point you to the Lems. The Xero platform is probably still my favorite, but Lems might be a smoother transition. Stay tuned on the channel, I’m posting a video about the Lems Primal Zen which might be a good fit 👍🏼 😊
@@docksloan Thanks for replying👍
So these are good for keeping Achilles tendon structure healthy? Seems like it should be the opposite
How do you mean?
@@docksloan zero drop puts the Achilles in a more stretched position than one with drop. I personally love barefoot zero drop shoes because it helped me recover from a foot injury, but I did develop Achilles pain for a while due to running too much in five fingers. I've since recovered but now I just make sure not to overdo it
@@adimperial Maybe stretched relative to a shortened position because of elevated footwear, but overall restoring neutral. The achilles pain relative to running in five fingers may have more to do with the running itself rather than the shoe as the "sole" cause. Generally, I have found that tissue integrity is a little better off with prolonged use of natural footwear.
I know that all the minimalist shoes are wide in the toe box but some are wider than others. I am wondering how Xero shoes are in width compared to other brands. I have very wide feet.
My boss used to wear Merrill Trail Gloves and thought they were wide enough, and after wearing Xero, notices how much tighter the Merrels feel. It’s worth trying out!
@@docksloan 💪 🦶
I understand you can use them for hard running. Are they also comfortable for long distance walking like more than 50 km?
I walk in them a lot but never at that distance.
How is the sizing?? Like
If I’m 10 in converse should I match that?
Generally I say true to size!
How wide would you say the toe box is? 2E / 4E / 6E?
I just bought my first pair today. I’m a newbie to barefoot shoes and can’t wait for them to arrive. Thank you for your video. Very informative and tells me I made a great first purchase. Wish I found it before my order so I could’ve bought from your link. Please tell me what socks you are wearing. Love the style. Are they toe socks? Always looking for good socks. is there a right and wrong toe spacer to buy? Thanks!
I love Injinji toe socks but there are good Amazon alternatives. My favorite toe spacers is from The Toe Spacer (Spacer Mobility). You can grab some here: thetoespacer.com/discount/kaden10
I've been playing 2-hour tennis matches in these bad boys. And I've noticed that I'm faster at getting to balls, because I don't stomp around in my heels like I did with "normal" tennis shoes. I absolutely love the Prio. Great review, my friend!
I’m a PTA, CF-L1 and I’m really stoked to having found your channel! Keep it up!
Thanks so much!
I prefer the HFS myself
Just ordered a pair of prios, are they good for heel spur/pain/plantar fasciitis? My feet hurt every day
The important thing is to transition in small doses of this is a huge departure from what you’re used to. Soft-tissue work, mobility and forcing your foot to do work are the starting pieces.
link doesnt seemed to work
Try this:
xeroshoes.com/go/dockaden
Would you recommend this for running daily?
Not if you're not accustomed to barefoot running.
what is your take on how they catch the heel? i feel it may be a week point here...
I don’t find any issues personally
Wondering if these would work as a squash/ court shoe.
Maybe!
I've been using them for tennis matches lately, and I am absolutely happy with them. I was pleasantly surprised by the stability of the Prios with lateral movement.
@@dandalee have you tried the new prio neos?
How is the sizing?
True to size
Way too expensive for these shoes.
Supply and Demand
They’re Pretty on par for how much training shoes have been for decades, and they always go on a massive sale towards the holidays :)
@@docksloan indeed. I got a pair of Terraflex, usually tagged at €130, for €65. Now I'm waiting for the next sale to get a pair of Prios (they're tagged at €100 here in the EU and that's quite too much for me).
Vivos are $155 and above haha
The massive Xero sale is going on now (Sept 15 to Oct. 3), in case you didn't know.
Yesterday I purchased the Daylite Hiker Fusion for $48 and Prio for $27!! 😊
I got the former with mountain biking in mind, and the latter for an 'everyday' shoe becuz I consistently hear how much people love the Prio, the violet was calling me, and the price is unbeatable! 😊
Do you still play soccer? If so, what cleats do you recommend? I've been using barefoot shoes for 4 months now and when I put my cleats on, they crushed my feet lol
Lol I don’t still play, so I can’t give a good answer. And honestly that’s why I worry about picking it back up.
@@docksloan I feel you. I haven't played in years and I want to get back into it, but I won't if I can't find shoes that are not too tight.
@@ElecktroChiva play barefoot 🦶
@@gustavopaulette3496 Most leagues that wouldnt be allowed lol
I just picked up a pair and will try it out at some games. idk if ill try it on grass but turf 100%
I bought this same shoe just waiting for it to arrive in the mail this week. I primarily bought these for playing the drums. I can’t WAIT to try em out. Currently wearing the Onitsuka Tigers when I play. Let ya know…
Can't wait to hear how you like them!
Started wearing Whitin zero drop shoes a few years ago. Helped my foot and back pain a lot. The Whitins are less than half the price and they have been great, very comfortable. Got their trail runners for hiking and they are great as well. Wanting to get Xero Alpines for winter though.
Is it durable?
For the most part, yeah!
Dont buy Prio, I have them for five months and they are making a squiky noise. Poor quality.
I picked these up but unfortunately they’re just too narrow for my feet. They’re definitely not my Vans but they feel much narrower than my cheapo Whitins. What sucks is I thought they had good style for barefoot shoes and they’re a decent price but my journey continues… 🥲
Whitins are a great choice on a budget! You should try the new Lono Flow:
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