What’s the difference between the Venture and Cloud Sandals?

The Venture and Cloud are ready-to-wear barefoot-inspired sandals. Both products use our exclusive FeelTrue® rubber, the only outsole product made specifically for barefoot style sandals. The Venture’s sole is 5.5mm thick, compared to either 4mm or 6mm on the DIY kits. The Cloud has 3mm of Barefoam™ in the forefoot for a bit of extra […]

What can I do in the Z-Trail?

Practically anything. Take a walk on the beach, a hike in the woods, hang out with friend, stroll around the campsite, approach a climb, paddle a canoe or a raft, do yoga or Crossfit, run a marathon… I’m not sure that Z-Trail, or any sandal for that matter, is right for lateral motion sports, like […]

Why do my Hanas suddenly feel looser?

The canvas upper on the Hana can stretch a bit. Most people find this makes them even more comfortable. The huarache-inspired lacing should hold nicely around your midfoot to let your toes be more free.

How do you run in these huaraches sandals?

Light and easy. I can’t give you a barefoot running lesson here (for that, see the links on our home page). But just by wearing them, you’ll find quickly that you don’t want to land hard on your heel as you walk or run in Xero Shoes. The best advice I can give is: play […]

What’s the difference between Men’s and Women’s Z-Trek?

The women’s Z-Trek is a bit narrower, and the webbing is 4mm thinner. So if you have a narrow foot, whether you’re a man or woman, you may want to check the “women’s” sizing templates and see how those work for you. Similarly, if you have a wider foot, regardless of your gender, check out […]

Can I adjust the Z-Trek lacing across the toes?

You sure can. Just slide the webbing through the slots on the outside of the sole to get the tension you like. Note: A lot of our customers report that they like the toe strap looser than they thought they would. Experiment and see what you like best.

What can I do in the Z-Trek?

Pretty much anything you want. Take a walk on the beach, a hike in the woods, hang out with friend, stroll around the campsite, approach a climb, paddle a canoe, run a marathon… I’m not sure that Z-Trek, or any sandal for that matter, is right for lateral motion sports, like tennis or basketball. So, […]

What if the Z-Trek is too long for me?

There are 54 different foot shapes. And no product will fit everyone perfectly. If you’re not sure you have the right size, drop us an email with some photos (top, side, back) and we’ll give you our opinion. If you have the right size but the Z-Trek shape doesn’t quite match your foot… CUT IT! […]

How do I get the right size for my Z-Trail?

Use the templates that are linked on this page (next to where you select the size, and in the product description). NOTE: Please measure your foot and/or use the templates. Sandal size is very often different than shoe size. Also, if you have the Z-Trek, you may need a different size in the Z-Trail. The […]