Mens Z-Trek Forest

Firstly, check the size guide on Xero Shoes' site- and if you're confused reach out to them! I've had nothing but great interaction with this company. I know this says they size 1/2 up, but I tend to wear a 9 or 10 in other brands, and even have a pair of 11s- however in these after discussion I was suggested the UK8 (US9) based on foot length, and they fit perfectly. (Fat feet, it seems). I also like my toes fairly close to the edge but I guess I could have got away with a size up and broken out a pair of scissors. I got the original version two years ago, just bought this revised version (as a backup because they're practically all I wear, there's still plenty of life left in the first which is a feat in itself) and they fit exactly the same, with a softer fabric strap (I understand this is now recycled material). Both took a day of wear, maybe two to get the fit just right per pair as your feet swell slightly during the day and you'll get a feel for how they grip - from then I've just left the main top straps mostly in place, and adjusted the back velcro for when I want to relax the fit (just walking) or clamp down (I've used these for scrambling, rockpooling and messing around in the water). If you don't typically do barefoot, wear sandals or low padding footwear all day, it will probably take awhile to get used to them so take care to feel for blisters on your soles and maybe have backup shoes as I had a couple form when I very first got them- but it only happened twice at the start two years ago and I've been good ever since (relevant mention- to be fair that was also on very dusty ground in hot weather).

Like these things a lot - my go-to for summer time. I wanted some Bedrocks, but they were a ridiculous price. So I got these instead. I have had them a while and hardly any wear to sole. Grip is fine, even on slick, wet rocks at the beach. Take your time and adjust them just right and these are great.

Zero drop, thin and flexible sole, room for the toes to spread in movement. I really enjoy walking in them. It takes time for your feet to adjust, but when they do its magical (at least for me). Like walking Barefoot... Love them. Now the not so good side. One top strap that moves which makes it super hard to diall in the adjustment. It took me a while to get it right, and then (cause it moves) it will change whilst your out and about.

I managed to get around the entire walk at Mount Teide in Tenerife in these. I was inappropriately dresses and would not recommend it. Was painful for sure but it was doable so 10/10 for that.

Really well made and fits me perfectly. I've spent ages trying to find some sandals that would fit me and these do the job. I've done a 5km walk in them without issues and they provide a great grip with city walking. Even if they do a fifth of their advertised 5000 mile warranty I would be very happy at the price. To give an idea of the size, I'm measured as UK M 8.5 wide feet with fallen arches (at the end of the day). I normally wear Clarks UK M 8.5 wide, Merrell UK M 9 wide and Crocs UK M 8. The Xero Z-Trek UK M 8 fit me perfectly with about 1 CM at the front of my big toe and the straps before the joint (with the heel right at the back cup).

Extremely flimsy After just one short walk outside, the soles already looked worn Straps are the cheapest kind of Velcro—every use wears them down further Overall, feels like a disposable item. Do not recommend.

Great sandles, highly recommended. Tough, comfortable, zero drop, feel everything yet somehow feel protected. Easy use and worth the money. Weigh next to nothing too 👌🏽

These are comfortable sandles arround town or a weekend forest walk, but deffinitly not ideal for trekking anywhere more challenging. I have included a before and after photo following a 310km/192 mile trek. This is thr second time I used these sandlesbon the same walk and both times ended with large blisters in the same place on the base of my feet. I used them with socks and in 3 days they wore through the socks in the same place. On the flat or when walking on stone roads they work fine and provide adequate cushioning. But if they get wet either through rain, mud of a stream crossing you feet slide with no grip between your feet or the sandle. On one down hill section my feet slide through the front loop and the sandles turned un to a large U shape and they where sinched tight. How the rubber will last 5000 miles I have no idea. The last pair opened the fabric failed after a year. They are comfortable and lite which make them ideal sandles for casual walking or carrying on a hike post walking but they are not Trekking sandle.

Love these sandals. Perfect for those on a minimalist footwear journey. Comfortable and versatile.

Demasiado pesadas, y la suela demasiado plástico en el contacto con el pie por lo que puede crear rozaduras o o sudar en exceso.

4足目 気に入ってます もう少しソール長持ちして欲しいけど ほぼ毎日１万歩なんでしょうがないかな

One of the very few barefoot sandals on the market. Very light, thin flexible sole, simple durable construction. HOWEVER, the size – recommended by Amazon – is barely large enough to cover the soles of my feet. The front of the sole, under the toes, is too floppy and tends to scrape the floor when walking because it is not held up by the straps. I find myself walking like a stork to prevent that from happening. Maybe ok on the beach in soft sand, not on pavement. My minimalistic Teva sandals do a much better job all round at half the price. They are also more generously sized.

Awesome sandals, extremely durable, walked over 120 miles on a recent backpacking trip and the soles still appear new. I’ve also since used them on the beach and in salt water, no issues yet! Fashion wise, they are pretty rad, look like Viking or spartan sandals.