Are you tired of squeezing your feet into narrow, uncomfortable shoes? Say goodbye to traditional footwear and hello to wide-toe box shoes that allow your feet to spread and move naturally! In this post, we've rounded up the top 5 best zero drop shoes with wide toe boxes for all your everyday and outdoor needs.
Altra running shoes have come a long way since the original Altra Lone Peak. It was a game-changer in the running shoe market, but to be honest, it had durability issues. All that’s changed now. Altra offers a wide range…
As the name states, the Xero Shoes Aqua Sport X poses as a water shoe, but I feel it’s a whole lot more than that.
So, you want to run on asphalt barefoot? What about the nails and glass you find on the streets!? That may be an overblown worry, but it’s understandable if you want something to protect those precious feet.
Minimalist shoes and trails seem like an unlikely combination to some. They might ask, "What about sharp rocks and roots?" However, it is entirely possible to run trails in minimal shoes. In fact, many options are available on the market for this purpose.
The ST-5 is a perfect option for those looking to add some cushion to their barefoot mix, but there is one fundamental flaw that I can’t get over.
The Lems Primal 2 has a drastically different design than you’d see from many other barefoot brands. A more durable upper than you’d typically see on hiking options. An outsole that rounds to mimic a human foot. And a wider fit for those who need it.
So now it’s time to introduce my top 5 barefoot running shoes for the year. Some are true minimal shoes, and some have a little cushion, but all are still zero drop for now!
The Xero Shoes Speed Force II is a minimalist running shoe with a 4.5mm outsole, providing a close-to-ground experience with minimal protection. If there ever was a barefoot shoe, this is it.
After trying out Trail Gloves' little brother, Vapor Glove 6, I had high hopes for the shoe. I expected to get the same fit and feel but just a little extra protection. However, I found that additional protection drastically changes the fit and feel of the shoe.