Xero ShoesMen's HFS II Barefoot Running Shoes

Honestly, it could be a little wider, just a little. Feels narrow for a wide toe box shoe, but at least it wider than your normal shoe. Other than that, I’ve enjoyed the shoe! Looks good! Feels pretty good. I like it more than the nexus knit I had

I have the previous version of this shoe as well. Both run small in size. Get a 1/2 size bigger than you normally would. The HFS II is very different from the original. Do *NOT* think this is an upgraded or improved or better shoe than the original. It's night and day. The original is an outstanding BAREFOOT running shoe with a very thin sole through which your feet can actually feel the surface of the ground. I love running in those shoes but they are tiresome walking around in all day for hiking or city walking. The opposite is true with the HFS II. The sole is clearly stiffer, possibly slightly thicker too. It's an awesome shoe for the whole day for minor hiking, city walking, going to work or going out. It's also dressy enough to use for social events. But for running, it's a big NO for me because there's no barefoot feel to them. IMO...

Returned Merrill’s I got and bought these. Way better. The arch of the Merrill’s was terrible. These are perfect right out of the box. Shoe laces are way too short but no biggie. I’ll buy a second pair since they will be worn as everyday shoes and durability is questionable.

These are not true barefoot shoes. They are still tapered at the toes. Not enough space for pinky or big toe. Unfortunately this design still values aesthetics over function. If you want real barefoot shoes, you'll have to look for sellers outside of the US, like the Czech company RealFoot. To date I have still not found a single US company that sells proper barefoot shoes. People here seem to value looks over health, because proper barefoot shoes basically look like Crocs. Xeros are still better than regular tapered sneakers, but they won't allow full range of motion.

Love em. Super comfortable. Favorite shoes. Bought 1/2 size big, fits perfectly. I'm usually a 10 1/2, Bought size 11.

I'm about 5 runs in and I'm loving these. Exactly what I wanted. A couple of tips that are hopefully helpful for others.1. I would not advise that these be your first foray into minimal shoes. There is no cushioning or motion control at all. It's kind of like the soles of you feet got really tough and slip resistant. Suggest you start with an Altar until you get used to zero drop (unless you're willing to be very patient).2. If you use a runner's ankle cinch and/or double knots (who doesn't?), you're going to want some longer laces. I could just barely make it even after skipping the eyelets closest to the toes (my normal practice). A couple of bucks for some 50" laces and problem solved.

I have several pairs of Xero shoes all the same size. These run small. They felt fine walking around the house. It wasn’t until about an hour of intense physical activity that I started to feel they were too small. Now that I’ve worn them I can’t return them. Taking out the insole didn’t help either.

I bought these as a multi-purpose shoe for walking to-and-from every day tasks in the city and for weightlifting. Just altered my workouts for more endurance and stamina, rather than the previous focus of power and strength.Incredibly comfortable shoes, despite the founder's YouTube commercial suggesting that they're uncomfortable and explaining why they will be uncomfortable to begin with.Yes, for the first few days, there were some minor aches and pains in the feet, but that's from all of those years of not adequately using all of those smaller muscles, joint, and ligaments in the foot and ankle area from the pillow-plush cushioned shoes I've bought over the years.After naturally adjusting my stride, pace, and step cadence walking, I feel much more stable and secure to the earth than previously. If you're in martial arts or foot-heavy sports, you'd definitely appreciate that aspect.