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Barefoot Winter Shoes – What features to look out for?
Introduction What kind of barefoot winter shoes you need is dependant on climate. Some winters are dry and snowy, some are mild and wet. Ice can be a consideration in some places, more so than others. Your activity also influences…

Barefoot Shoe Dupes: The Best Barefoot Alternatives to Popular Shoe Styles
Love the look of iconic shoes but wish they were more foot-friendly? Now you can get your favourites in a foot friendly format! Avoid pinched toes, unstable foam platforms, and Achilles-shortening heel rises. Ignore marketing buzzwords that state shoes are…

Barefoot Shoe Terminology Explained: All You Need to Know In A Handy Glossary
Whether you’re buying your first pair of barefoot shoes or comparing different brands, you’ve probably come across a lot of unfamiliar terminology. Zero drop, stack height, ground feel, toe spring… it can quickly become confusing. The good news is that…

10 Common Mistakes People Make When Switching To Barefoot Shoes (And How to Avoid Them!)
While switching to barefoot shoes is one of the best things you can do for your feet, it can be easy to overdo it. They will feel comfortable, but your soft tissues like muscles and tendons will need time to…

Barefoot Shoe Fitting Guide – A In-Depth Look at How to Find the Perfect Shoe
Stop wasting time and money on returns with trial and error. Understand your foot with a few simple steps and match yourself to the perfectly fitting barefoot shoe! Ad/Affiliate Disclosure:This page contains affiliate links. If you buy something through one…

Quick Start Guide to Barefoot Shoes: 3 Steps to Getting Straight in and Starting NOW!
Reading up on and researching which barefoot shoes to buy can be overwhelming. I’ve put together this 3 step cheat sheet to stop the decision paralysis – in my opinion the best way to sell the barefoot experience is to…
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Sainsbury’s Kids Barefoot Trainers: Are These Supermarket Budget Shoes Any Good?
Supermarkets are getting in on the action! Barefoot shoes are becoming more and more mainstream, but will the brands that sell conventional shoes really commit to making truly barefoot shoes? Established brands in the barefoot market have years of experience…

Vivobarefoot Tracker AT II Review – Is it a Good Barefoot Hiking Boot?
The tracker and its many iterations form one of the primary Vivobarefoot boot lines. This review is of the Vivobarefoot Tracker AT II, see my thoughts on this all-rounder below! To decode the model name: AT stands for ‘all terrain’…

Tipsietoes Kids Leather Boots – The ideal all rounder toddler boots for wide feet!
First off, a brand introduction: Tipsietoes are a Chinese based brand of barefoot shoes, purchased through the direct-from-China selling platform AliExpress. I recommend them highly and have purchased several of their kids shoes because they have the perfect trifecta: The…

Barefoot on the High Street: Zara Barefoot Trainers for Adults – are they a good value option?
More and more retailers are jumping on the band wagon and establishing a barefoot shoe line. It is incredibly encouraging to see Zara finally move into the adults barefoot shoe market, after their foray into children’s and youth size shoes.…

Vivobarefoot San Dal II Review – Honest Verdict on Comfort and Fit
Verdict: A beautifully made, niche sandal. Best for narrower or Greek-shaped feet and those who value natural materials over functionality in urban environments.
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