45 Testers 44 Brands 160 Shoes And…. Xero Shoes‘ Forza Trainer is a winner for the 2023 SELF Sneaker Awards as the Best Weightlifting Sneaker. Why SELF loves it: “The most minimal shoe on this list, the Xero Forza Trainer focuses on one thing and one thing alone: keeping you stable and comfortable. As it should: Weightlifting shoes are usually best without any […]
HEALTH Magazine reviewed fitness gear, equipment, apps and shoes for their annual Best in Fitness Awards and Xero Shoes Forza Trainer wins as one of the best sneakers. ACSM certified trainer and Xero Shoes fan, Aimee Nicotera, recommends the Forza Trainer. “These help people actually feel the ground and give the toes lots of space.” If […]
Xero Shoes’ Forza Trainer was named a Best in Weightlifting category winner in the 2023 Women’s Health Sneaker Awards! As editor Jacqueline Andriakos says, “Like all Xero barefoot-style shoes, you feel one with the ground thanks to the thin and flat sole. What’s more: “The Velcro strap right below the ankle helps me feel extra locked […]
Wandern & Reisen: Featuring Xero Shoes’ Z-Trek Sandal German outdoor magazine, Wandern & Reisen shares products to keep cool. Xero Shoes’ Z-Trek sandal, a lightweight hiking style, is listed as one of the “all in one” sandals to wear this summer. Click here
Wander Magazin: Barefoot hiking with the Scrambler Mid Wander Magazin had the opportunity to review our Scrambler Mid hiking boot, a lightweight and technical boot designed with Michelin soles. Reviewer Ricarda says, The Scrambler Mid convinced me with its very comfortable fit, reliable traction and lightness. A good addition to the shoe rack for experienced barefoot […]
Be Outdoor Germany: Barefoot Sandals from Xero Shoes Our friends at Germany’s blog, Be Outdoor, tested out Xero Shoes’ two sandals, the Z-Trail EV and Genesis. In this review, they talk about Xero Shoes’ natural fit, feel and comfort, designed so your feet feel good all day. These two sandals are great for outdoor adventures […]
APPLE PODCASTS SPOTIFY AMAZON WONDERY Xero Shoes founders Steven Sashen and Lena Phoenix were recently featured on the immensely popular NPR podcast and radio show How I Build This, hosted by Guy Raz. How I Built This dives deep into the origin stories of iconic brands, sharing how visionary entrepreneurs weather the trials and failures on the […]
Two times in one month, two Xero Shoes are featured in WIRED! They ask, Want to Run on the Beach? Start With the Right Shoes. Experts recommend you’re better off NOT running barefoot in the sand, and that’s a good thing because our barefoot-inspired shoes give you the protection you need while still allowing your […]
I'm an international ultramarathon athlete and I wear Xero Shoes for races. No blisters. No smelly feet. But I also use them as my everyday sandals (they look way cool!) and I recommend Xeros to everyone.Melissa Gosse
As a barefoot runner I’ve heard lots about huaraches but it wasn’t until Steven made me my first pair (I have two) that I understood how much fun they are to run distances in!Scott McLean
Thank you for making these amazing huaraches. I love how they feel. I forget they are there so much so I have worn them to bed a few times!Tasha Riggs
If you somehow manage to wear through the outsole on your Xero Shoes, we will replace them for a nominal cost. 
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