I have to say it. These Patrol Lites are beautiful.‍ The Patrol Lite is the lightweight sister of the Patrol Winter boot and so is more suitable for spring and autumn rather than winter. Feelgrounds describe them as a Spring/Fall boot and I’d agree. Whilst they are lightweight and more breathable than the Patrol Winter Boot, they are not quite breathable enough for the summer months.

The Xero Shoes Z-Treks are a great lightweight option if you're looking into barefoot sandals. They're very comfortable and easy to wear. Xero Shoes make a couple of different barefoot sandals specially designed for hiking, the Z-Trek and the Z-Trails. Both were particularly popular with the community in our annual Golden Toe awards, so I wanted to try them myself and review them for you. In this review, I'll be discussing the Z-Treks.

Having been wearing minimalist and barefoot shoes and sandals for the past 5ish years, you could say that I’m a fan. I want to take my experience of the barefoot sandals I’ve been wearing these past few years and tell you my impressions of them. Specifically, we’ll be talking about Earth Runners, Xero Shoes, Bedrock Sandals, Luna Sandals and Shamma Sandals. In no particular order, let’s jump in...

Barefoot shoes are so important for your feet, but there is a lot more to the equation than that. Hopefully, by the end of this article, you’ll have a much better idea about your feet, how they function and how to best use barefoot shoes on your journey to better movement.

I’ve been wearing my Earth Runners for 6 weeks. I typically wear a pair of barefoot shoes/sandals a lot when I’m testing them but this is different. I’m not wearing them to test, I’m wearing them because I want to. They’ve become my go-to sandals.

Barefoot sandals have been the final frontier for me in terms of turning all my shoe minimalist. If you take a look through our directory you can see there are a lot of brands making ‘Barefoot Sandals’ like Xero, Luna, Shamma and Earth Runners. Most of the above are fairly high priced, I wanted something less premium and more budget...Enter the Decathlon Bivouac Sandals Trek 500.

Having trouble finding the best barefoot sandals for your kids? Explore the many options in our comprehensive buyers' guide!

So you want to transition to barefoot shoes but you know that your feet need some help? To get you all set for your new barefoot shoes we want to help you restore what’s missing from a lifetime of conventional shoes.

Not only do dirty, grimy, or salt-stained boots look unappealing, they also wear out faster than boots that are clean, polished, and conditioned regularly. Considering a high-quality pair of winter barefoot boots can set you back over $150, it is worth looking after them.

If you are anything like me, the thought of stuffing my long liberated feet into ski boots feels like blasphemy. Last year, skiing in regular ski boots, my feet were numb, cramping and begging for freedom. Well, not this year. I went deep into the world of barefoot options for skiers and how we can explore our hobbies without compromising on our footwear.

The Vivobarefoot Trackers are a great, all-purpose, everyday winter boot that will keep your feet warm and dry in typical winter weather. For hiking boots, they are lightweight with a decent ground feel. Not only that, but they look great too. Something which can’t be said for a lot of barefoot boots out there.

If you're new to barefoot shoes and minimalist footwear, it can seem complicated, especially as they are an expensive investment. Use our Ultimate Barefoot Shoe Guide to learn everything you need to get the best shoe for you first time.

Not happy with the way your barefoot shoes fit? Too small or big? If so, this article is for you!‍I'll discuss how to modify barefoot shoes and what some common issues are. Before diving, remember to measure your feet and choose a minimalist shoe that matches your foot shape before buying.

Your barefoot shoe collection is a major investment, and it has to be maintained if you want them to last for the long term. We want our barefoot shoes to last as long as possible, it is good for us, our wallets and the planet!

Perhaps you have decided to buy a pair of minimalist shoes and feel unsure of what to expect of your feet once you start wearing them. Here are the most common experiences when starting your barefoot journey to healthier, more functional feet.

Whether you are new to wearing minimalist footwear or have been wearing barefoot shoes for a long time, choosing the right shoe for you can be daunting with all the options out there.

We've been buying and using barefoot shoes for years now and so we've learnt some of the best tips, tricks and hacks when it comes to getting the pair of barefoot shoes you want at the best price and with the lowest shipping costs.

As a self-proclaimed barefoot shoe nerd and barefoot runner, I know how hard it can be to shop for me. So I created this barefoot shopping guide to help people choose the perfect barefoot inspired gift for their loved ones! I sure you'll find something they will love to receive here.

For those on a tight budget, trying to find the perfect gift for a significant person in your life can be tricky.‍ So to help, I've put together a shortlist of ideas that you can make at home free or very low cost! If you try any of these or have any other ideas, I'd love to see them on Instagram.

Firstly, let me say congratulations. The decision to move your body and work on yourself is by far the best investment you can make in your future. Great job.‍ So now that you've made the decision, perhaps you're looking for a more structured, guided approach to working on strengthening your muscles. I've put together a recommended list of online courses and memberships with a strong focus on natural movement and a 'barefoot ethos'.

We all know the benefits of being barefoot more often. But if you're like me, sometimes you want a little more. And that little has to be fun!‍This is where balance beams and boards came into my life. They're a fun way to build up train hip stability, ankle and foot mobility, and help to increase body awareness and balance.‍ Not only that, but they're also beautiful (and practical) pieces of furniture to have in your living space.‍ Here's a list of the best balance beams and boards out there...

The feet are the unsung heroes of the human body. They not only transport us and endure each one of our steps, but they also set the foundation for how we cove the rest of our bodies.‍Here's a comprehensive list of sensory mats and floor texture devices to help you strengthen your body and optimise your movement.‍

Toe spacers are pieces of soft, flexible silicone that fit around your toes to encourage them back towards natural alignment. They're designed to help the foot rehabilitate from the negative effects of wearing conventionally shaped footwear.

I was convinced by barefoot shoes a long time ago, but it took me years to realise that the socks I was wearing had become the limiting factor in my barefoot journey.‍ It turns out that socks can make just as much of a difference as shoes in allowing your toes to be as natural and straight as they should be. There are a lot of barefoot sock options out there depending on your style, material and budget so let's dive in...

There are certain features that make a shoe minimalist or even barefoot and the amount of cushioning is one of them.‍ Cushioning (also referred to as 'Stack Height'), falls on a spectrum from Minimalist (zero cushioning) to Maximalist (a thick slab of foam).‍ Broadly speaking you can divide shoes into 4 levels of cushioning:

A barefoot shoe sizing guide is a helpful tool to use when buying new shoes online or offline. This article contains two methods: the tracing method and wall method and recommendations on the best brands for different foot sizes and shapes.‍ Let's dive in...

Some people believe barefoot shoes are the best option for everyone, while others think barefoot shoes are only appropriate for runners. So what about barefoot shoes? Who should wear them and who should not? We will answer these questions in this blog post so you can decide if barefoot shoes are right for you!

Barefoot shoes are becoming more and more popular, as people realize the benefits they have.‍They provide most of the benefits of being barefoot whilst still wearing shoes. This article will discuss all of the different benefits that barefoot shoes can provide for you!‍

The barefoot shoes vs. minimalist shoes vs. maximalist shoes debate has been raging for years, and it doesn’t seem to be dying down any time soon. But what are the differences between these three types of shoes?‍Well... It's complicated.

Barefoot shoes are shoes that are designed to mimic being as close to barefoot as possible. Simple right.‍ The term 'Barefoot Shoes' is slightly controversial. Many prefer to use the term 'Minimalist Shoes' because how can a shoe be barefoot?‍But there is an important difference between Barefoot Shoes and Minimalist Shoes.‍ Barefoot shoes are just one type of minimalist shoes. So not all minimalist shoes are considered 'barefoot shoes'.‍ To be considered a barefoot shoe, a shoe must have the following 7 features...

Barefoot running is becoming more popular.‍ There are many benefits to this type of running, including increased foot strength, decreased risk of injury, and a lower impact on the body's joints.‍ Barefoot running is not for everyone. It can be hard to transition from wearing shoes to going barefoot with different surfaces and challenges.‍ If you're considering switching, here's a complete guide on how to transition to a barefoot running technique.

The benefits of barefoot running are well documented, but there are still some common misconceptions about the practice. ‍We've debunked 7 myths you might have heard about barefoot running to provide insight into what it really means to run without shoes.‍

Have you considered making the transition to barefoot running? Many benefits come with transitioning to barefoot or minimalist shoes. Avoiding injury, improving performance, or just simple curiosity.‍ This article will help break down the process for making this change and give you tips on how to do so safely!

When the temperature drops and winter arrives, use the following 5 tips to get out and continue your barefoot running training...

Barefoot runners have to be careful about their form as they have no cushioning from shoes on their soles. To prevent injury, newbie barefoot runners should incorporate these 8 things into their program!

What are the benefits of running barefoot or with minimalist shoes rather than running with modern, cushioned running shoes?

Here's the ultimate list of videos that will help learn how to run barefoot and improve your barefoot running technique.

I went on a mission to find the best barefoot Chelsea Boot alternatives, and this is what I found…

The votes have been counted, the results are in 🙌These are the best minimalist/barefoot shoes, sandals and boots for 2021 as voted for by the community.

The Golden Toe Awards is a new, annual celebration of minimalist shoes, makers, and the barefoot community.

The Toe Spacer Show Off: With modern shoes designed with a taper that cram your toes together, restoring your natural toe splay can be tricky. Here are the three best options for toe spacers to help restore your foots natural position.

Dress shoes are notoriously uncomfortable and inflexible but damn they look good. It was a compromise we used to have to make but not anymore. I've put together a comprehensive list of companies that make minimalist dress shoes that have everything you'd normally look for in a barefoot shoe. Enjoy!

Vegan barefoot shoes can be hard to find! Luckily for you, I spent countless hours scouring the internet for them all to put into this article. Enjoy!

It's not complicated to transition to barefoot running. But it is different and takes work. One of the most impactful differences between barefoot and traditional running is cadence, the number of steps that you take in a certain amount of time while running.

So you've made the transition to barefoot shoes and now you're looking for a minimalist walking boot for hiking. Thankfully there are lots of options from all over the globe! Here's a complete list of barefoot boots with zero drop

Nothing is more important than the wellbeing of your kids. That all starts with their foundation... their feet.

"How can you be barefoot and be in a shoe?", "Does that mean you're not supposed to wear socks with them?". The term 'barefoot shoes' was destined to confuse. Let's unconfuse it... 

The benefits of buying locally are known and, luckily for you, the USA has the highest number of companies making minimalist running shoes. So whether you're looking for men's running sandals or women's running shoes this is the complete list for you.

Remember when finding barefoot or minimalist dress shoes was an impossible task? Me too.The great thing now is there are a lot of options for men looking for a smarter, more formal barefoot shoe for work or any other formal occasion.

You've been walking around in high heels your whole life. As a woman, that may not come as a surprise to you, but as a guy, it might. It did for me.