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Barefoot running shoe reviews

5 shoes reviewed

  • Barefoot

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  1. Xero Shoes Prio
    New
    91
    Superb
    Xero Shoes Prio
    Any color
    Xero Shoes Prio - Brown (PRMFNRK)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Black/Gum (PSMBKG)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Steel Gray (PSMSTG)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Mykonos Blue (PRMMKB)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Black White (PRMBLW)
    $90 $72
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  2. Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    86
    Good
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    Any color
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Olive (J067665)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Black (J06771)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Highrise (J06776)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Khaki Coyote (J068145)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Granite / Tangerine (J067667)
    $90 $69
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  3. Xero Shoes HFS II
    85
    Good
    Xero Shoes HFS II
    Any color
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Blue (HSMBUAT)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Asphalt / Alloy (HSMAPAY)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Tidal Wave (HSWTLWV)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Blue (HSMIOQI)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Lunar Rock Alloy (HSMLKAY)
    $120 $84
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  4. Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    89
    Great
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    $110
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  5. Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    62
    Bad
    Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    $140 $98
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For those who want a running experience that feels like going barefoot, we've got a selection of reviews of shoes that are a match for you! We tested shoes that fit each and every purpose for barefoot runners - whether they're looking for road or the trail partners, plush or firm-cushioned shoes, and cheap or expensive pairs. We test each aspect of the shoe that impacts performance, so barefoot runners don't need to compromise in the way they run.