Featuring the fit of our famous barefoot collection, this versatile hybrid with aggressive rubber sole is designed to mimic the shape of the human foot, keeping it in the position it would be in without shoes.
REVIEWS
324 Reviews
Dusty
The shoe has excellent traction and feels comfortable on every surface!
Ole Hiker
Very comfortable walking shoe! I sometimes have some balance problems and the wraps seem help my balance problems
Mitchell
Wish I cound say they work for me, but they don't.
RiosPal
So far so good only 40-50 miles but I like the barefoot hiking shoe concept aand comfortable all day long. Appreciate the arch support. I have narrow feet so the towbox is a little wide but it works with socks. Have also gone without and they were comfortable around town. I've received several positive comments on the style. The only reason it's not 5 stars is that I'm getting used to the unique sole. It is pretty cool.
Spence
I have been suffering from plantar fasciitis for the first time in my life and trying everything. Barefoot shoes were really helping, but also had limitations. These are something in-between the very thin barefoot shoes and traditional hikers like the MOAB. I generally wear a 13W in the MOAB. These didn't come in wide, but with the wide toe box, I decided to give them a try anyway. They are definitely more snug through the midfoot than I'm used to, but the wide toe box makes the fit OK. I ended up on a far more technical "hike" than i was planning, and they were great for finding good foot placement or a toe hold, and showed no signs of scufffs. Overall, I'm very happy with the shoe and the design.
Paul W.
Light weight and very comfortable. It's a bit too early to tell in terms of how long the tread will last, but the quality of rubber feels good and quite firm (not a super soft rubber) so they should last a while.
Scott
True to size, very comfortable and light weight. Like there not even there after wearing steel toe boots all day at work .
David
I have plantar facia. I have found these shoes have a perfect arch support for me. I did not have to use orthotic inserts. I have been walking without any issues with my feet. I also commend the roominess of the front toes. In my opnion, unlike other sneakers or sport shoes, which are tight against your toes, these shoes are roomy enough to the point that you can wiggle your toes while wearing them without it feeling tight.
John H
I have 3 pairs of these, first I got 10.5 Granite, fit like 10.5 a weebit long but good to go, 2nd and 3rd I ordered at same time 10 Diorite 10.5 black......both packaged as ordered but the 10 were perfect 10.5 like the Granite, the black were left shoe a perfect 10 right shoe defective...returned the black and got a pair that were actually 10.5
Gene
Most reviewers here don't understand this shoe is not for everyone And is a minimalist shoe. I wouldn't hike up in the mountains in these with the nice swade leather and get em all yucky. Takes time to getting your feet used to this shoe. I love this shoe!!
Marlene
I'm a woman with wide feet. Men's trail runners fit me perfectly. These have the best traction of any trail shoes I've ever had. Super comfortable, great quality. I bought two pair. I have the tan ones too and after hiking through a burn, the the black charcoal brushed off by itself. Amazing finish on these shoes!
Tabi12
The most comfortable shoe I’ve purchased in a long time. There are great colors available. I raved so much about my pair that my husband wanted me to order a pair for him. He has foot issues and these were better than a much more expensive brand. Great product.
TR GRID
This issue is similar to the trail gloves. More rubber/traction coverage around the sides of the foot cradle. I like the waffle grip. Still uses zero gravity bed. Top of foot case is a different mix of the usual waterproof and quick dry leather look. Ventilates easily. Bought a second pair. Has become my new trail glove type.
Dean A
Great minimalist shoe. I get compliments on it all the time. I did have to return the first set due to sizing, but Merrell has that process down and I got the new one quickly. I will buy more!
As always Merrell has made another winner. They fit perfect an are very comfortable with out having to break in.
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