How do I find my Prio Size?

Shoe sizing, especially online, is not a perfect process. That’s why we have an exchange policy. For US/UK sizing, there’s a conversion chart at the bottom of the Prio product description. The Prio fit true to size. We recommend going with your usual athletic shoe size. Also, the Prio is wider than conventional running shoes. […]

How do I find my Prio Size?

Shoe sizing, especially online, is not a perfect process. That’s why we have an exchange policy. For US/UK sizing, there’s a conversion chart at the bottom of the Prio product description. The Prio fit true to size. We recommend going with your usual athletic shoe size. Also, the Prio is wider than conventional running shoes. […]

Is the Hana waterproof?

No, the Hana is a canvas shoe, and will absorb any water it encounters. That being said, they are canvas and should dry relatively quickly when you take them off.

Can you really run in these things?

Tens of thousands of people all around the world of all ages use Xero Shoes for running… and walking, hiking, biking, camping, going to the beach, hitting the gym, doing yoga, even running 100-mile ultra marathons. Our former Customer Happiness Manager, Bill, ran from his house to the bus, from the bus stop to the […]

Can I change the laces on the Cloud and Genesis?

We don’t currently have a way to let you select different laces when you order, but if you’re adventurous, you can buy extra laces and swap them out with the ones that come with your Clouds and Genesis. (It’s actually not that hard to do.)

I don’t like things between my toes!

Okay, that’s not a question, but I’ll talk about it anyway 😉 Most people who say this are thinking of flip-flops. Xero Shoes are very different than flip-flops, and people who don’t like things between their toes are usually fine in Xero Shoes. What’s the difference? First, because of the heel strap, Xero Shoes stay […]

Will running in huaraches (or barefoot) cure my running problems and injuries?

If you have a headache because you’re hitting yourself on the head with a hammer, wearing gloves won’t stop the pain. In other words, it’s not just a question of taking off your shoes and experiencing magical healing powers. Running barefoot, or in running sandals, gives you a lot of feedback about your running form. […]

How long will the Xero Shoes huaraches last?

Frankly, we don’t know. We’ve had people put over 10,000 miles on a pair… and they’re still going! Like any shoe, how long they last depends on your running style. If you use good barefoot technique and are light and easy, without scraping your foot on the ground, you’ll enjoy them for quite a while. […]

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 […]

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 […]