WHITIN Men's Minimalist Trail Runner | Wide Toe Box | Barefoot Inspired

This is my 3rd pair of Whitin barfoot shoes. Each a different style. I am 71. I have neuropathy and flat feet so I was wary of this type of foorware initally but after the first pair (tied, laced) I was sold. The 2nd pair are slip on. This pair are very nice and have great tread for outdoors on grass and such. I think they look great also. Added plus is they are laced but have velcro strap which makes them easy to get on. I have sneakers and other footware and each has their place of use.

Ordered the normal size my friend wore. I did not expect the velcro strip at the top of shoe laces. My friend is older had has trouble putting on regular shoes and these were a little hard for him too, but I think he will get use to them. Otherwise, they look great and he said he really liked them and thought they would be very breathable for the summer. He wears a size 9 US and they fit him perfect.

I just hiked 7 miles in these shoes and I have a few notes:First of all, I'll admit I probably need a half size smaller than I ordered. This is my first pair of barefoot style shoes and I think I may usually buy regular shoes in a half size larger than my foot just to get extra space. These come with extra space built in. I walked around town a few days with these before my hike and everything was fine, but a mile into my hike and I had a blister forming on the bottom of one foot that I had to stop and tend to.Size and blister issues aside, I still really like these but there is one other issue. Despite being trail runners and having a tough looking sole, one does really feel the trail under foot. The trail I hiked was very rocky the entire way. Several days after my hike the bottoms of my feet are still tender from, well being tenderized by the rough terrain. I could see how being more in touch with the trail could be a benefit if you are on nice dirt paths or scrambling up smooth boulders, but not in my case.In the future I think I'll make different choices on sizing and which trails I use these on, but overall I like and recommend them.

Well made, solid rubber soles, and has removable foam insole. Virtually identical to a name brand pair that I paid over double the price for. Interestingly enough the name brand pair I have has the same country of origin as these do. They are still fairly new so I cannot comment on the long term durability; but the materials and craftsmanship seem on par with the other name brand barefoot shoes that I currently own. Sizing was fairly accurate. I would definitely err on ordering to the larger size that you would need or order up if you're a half size. Otherwise very good shoe for an excellent price!

I've been rocking this brand for a while now (8 years?). The quality isn't the "best" per say, but you can't beat $30 minimalist shoes. Also, they are probably the most comfortable, and have amazing grip of all the other brands I've tried. I will likely always wear a pair of these until they stop making them, or something better comes along, but so far neither has happened, so I highly recommend a pair of these.

I bought these because I love the road running shoe this brand makes and figured I might get lucky with their "trail running shoe". I ran with them on a trail loop I run in Arizona's South Mountain, and they were not up to the challenge. Obviously being AZ the trails are very rocky, and while I'm used to running on rocky trails and don't usually need a ton of cushion, I realized I need more than these provide. If your trails aren't too rocky, maybe these would be fine. I'll keep them around for less strenuous trails, but likely just hike in them as opposed to running.

I had to walk several miles through the rain and these kept my feet dry without socks. I walk in minimal shoes regularly and these are my new favorites. Very good fit, no awkward rubbing places and they felt secure on all sorts of surfaces including wet grass, concrete, asphalt, puddles over sand and concrete steps. For the price and the quality that has lasted this Far. I am very satisfied.

I tried a lot of more expensive high end trail running shoes but they were all uncomfortable. These shoes are soft and flexible…will have to see how durable they are