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I tried my first pair of barefoot shoes about a month ago, and it did take some getting used to, because mentally I was expecting shoes to be very cushy. The footbeds provide just enough padding to absorb some shock. If I had to describe it, it's like wearing very sturdy socks. When I go outside, I can feel the changes in the ground surface like rocks, tree roots, the variations in the yard, but the thin soles protect me from sharp edges.The shoes themselves feel like they are very well made. They're very light and breathe really well, and the soles are quite grippy. The only times when I've felt like I didn't have good traction was on a smooth concrete floor with the epoxy coating, and it was wet. I have always liked wide shoes with open toe boxes, so these really fit the bill. Sizing was spot on with what I expect. I typically wear a size 10, ordered a size 10, and they fit great. I ordered the gray with black soles, and they look just like in the picture. I previously purchased the white with gum soles, and they also were as advertised.The only things I would mention are the shape of the tongue at the top is a bit odd for me as it comes up farther on my ankle than most shoes. It was annoying at first, because it would make contact with my skin and make me think that something had gotten caught on my foot. The other thing is that the speed laces are typical inelastic laces. I will probably replace them with elastic laces. Maybe Whitin can make this change.Overall, I really like these shoes and have received compliments on them. They seem to be a very good value, and even moreso since I purchased them when they were discounted.

First off, these shoes were incredibly comfortable it was a new experience for me wearing shoes that felt like I was bare footed and keep that in mind when walking on rocks, because you will feel it. Putting these shoes on was as easy as slipping on a pair of socks they were true to size for my size 11 feet and I’m grateful how easily they could drain water and breathe afterwards.When I did my Tough Mudder race I found that these shoes kept me very stable on the trails from hills up and down to marshy swamps and surprised me being flexible while climbing.I would advise trimming the elastic laces I found them to be too long when I tightened and they seemed to dangle.

They ARE comfy. However, the sizing chart is wrong. It says the size 9 shoe is 10 inches, which would normally be a size 9.5. BUT they clearly specify in the description, "Please refer to the size details page below or the size chart on the picture to choose the appropriate size." So, I normally wear a 9.5 size, which is 10 inches. But THEIR chart says that the shoe measuring 10 inches is a size 9. WRONG! I measured my foot using the foot against the wall method and it was 10 inches, as always, so I ordered a size 9. Well, they're too small, like a regular 9 which typically measures 9.75-9.85 inches long (and their chart lists that as a size 8). So the size 9 shoe seems to be true to size, but not the chart they insist you use. I measured the insoles and, indeed, they measure a little over 9.5 inches, but not 10 inches, no matter the angle you use to measure it. I think they might have wrongly measured the insoles flattening the curved part at the heel, which bends upwards and should not be part of the size measurement. You have to flatten that part for it to measure 10 inches, which makes no sense. The shoe is not going to stretch so that your foot flattens the curved heel part of the insole, which is not meant to be bent.A regular 9.5 size shoe would be around 10-10.2 inches, which is listed here as a size 10. And the size 10.5 is listed as 10.5 inches, which would actually be a size 11. But you can't trust the chart. They appear to be good quality, are very comfortable, they're easy to put on, and the soles seem to have a nice grip. So I guess the "Frequently returned item" notice under the description is due to the fact the sizing chart is wrong. I'm sending them back.

Very surprised by how comfortable these are. I have worn barefoot and with socks. I’m probably going to buy a bigger pair to wear with socks. Easy to clean, quality is medium. More like a water shoes. The size fit barefoot, with socks a bit tight. I recommend to size up. Very lightweight. I’ll definitely be buying another pair due to the amazing price.

I am so completely in love with these shoes. The second I put them on it was like walking on a cloud. My foot is a size 7 but my feet are wide so I end up going for size 8. I got an 8 in these and I have so much room on the sides now, but I could have gone for a 7 to fit the length of my foot. Regardless of size, they feel amazing. They’re cute, too, and seem to be made well. They’re super cute and easy to put on. Really good price. I can’t complain about anything except maybe the pull string. The string is longer on the left foot than the right so I can’t make the excess lay uniform. I’ll figure something out, but I’ll be wearing these forever from now on.

I have worn this shoe a few times as I am trying to acclimate me feet. They are very comfortable and I must add - I have wide feet that splay out like duck feet due to bunions on both sides of my foot (a taylor bunion by my pinky and a larger bunion by my big toe; I bought a wide foot pair of hoka's to give you an example of the space i need). The shoe is very comfy - be aware though, these are practically glorified water shoes. The drawstring on the shoe, instead of laces, is actually kind of ugly. However, I do understand why this was chose. The sole of the shoe seems like an afterthought as it comes out of the shoe each time you remove your foot and is a clashing yellow to the black/pink pair I purchased. I imagine they will hole a lot of odor.Going back to the way the shoe fits and feels etc, I will update once I have worn them more. I have given 3 stars based on the limited time I have worn them and a 5 star review isnt deserving yet.