Xero Shoes

There are not many barefoot trail shoes on the market, and that’s because it’s a tough niche to get right.  Too minimal, and the sharp rocks will likely cut your run short.  Too maximal, and everyone will complain that there’s no ground feel. But Xero Shoes are a brand that decided they could get it…

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.  That’s where this post comes in.  If you’re already here, I will spare you the sales pitch on…

If you’ve been looking for a new minimal road shoe, you’ve likely come across Xero Shoes. The issue is, Xero Shoes have a whole bunch of different road options, so how do you choose? In this comparison, I will help you decide between two of the most popular options in the Xero Shoe lineup: the…

If you’ve looked around the Barefoot Run Review site, you’ll notice several Xero Shoes Reviews. Being one of the biggest barefoot shoe brands, they’ve got a lot of options for road running, trail running, and everything in between.  But is it the right shoe brand for you?  That mostly depends on the shape of your…

Most people believe that barefoot running and trails don’t go together. But I, and many of us out there, are here to prove them wrong!  If you’re already here, I will spare you the sales pitch on Barefoot running, but if you are interested, feel free to read my waffle about barefoot here.  Instead, let’s…

For some unknown reason, Xero Shoes have a vast range of road running shoes. And I’ve tried them all. Some are light, some are flexible, some are wide, some are deep, and not every model will work for you. So which one should you try? Christopher McDougal’s (Born To Run author) favorite, the Zelen?  Or…

In the battle for the best barefoot brand, Xero Shoes and Vivobarefoot are certainly up there.  Both brands excel in creating shoes to promote natural movement, but they’re not equal.  And for you and me, that’s awesome! We all have different feet! Different shapes and sizes, different strengths and weaknesses, and different movement patterns.  That’s…

Are you looking at moving away from “traditional” running shoe brands, but you’re confused with the options on the market? Zero-drop shoes provide a perfect alternative to the norm, I will be comparing two zero-drop brands, Altra vs Xero Shoes, and help guide you to choose the right shoes for you. And if you don’t…