Xero Shoes Mens Z-Trek Forest

Firstly, check the size guide on Xero Shoes' site- and if you're confused reach out to them! I've had nothing but great interaction with this company. I know this says they size 1/2 up, but I tend to wear a 9 or 10 in other brands, and even have a pair of 11s- however in these after discussion I was suggested the UK8 (US9) based on foot length, and they fit perfectly. (Fat feet, it seems). I also like my toes fairly close to the edge but I guess I could have got away with a size up and broken out a pair of scissors.I got the original version two years ago, just bought this revised version (as a backup because they're practically all I wear, there's still plenty of life left in the first which is a feat in itself) and they fit exactly the same, with a softer fabric strap (I understand this is now recycled material).Both took a day of wear, maybe two to get the fit just right per pair as your feet swell slightly during the day and you'll get a feel for how they grip - from then I've just left the main top straps mostly in place, and adjusted the back velcro for when I want to relax the fit (just walking) or clamp down (I've used these for scrambling, rockpooling and messing around in the water).If you don't typically do barefoot, wear sandals or low padding footwear all day, it will probably take awhile to get used to them so take care to feel for blisters on your soles and maybe have backup shoes as I had a couple form when I very first got them- but it only happened twice at the start two years ago and I've been good ever since (relevant mention- to be fair that was also on very dusty ground in hot weather).

I wear these for literally everything. Chilling, hiking, watersports. So comfortable.

Zero drop, thin and flexible sole, room for the toes to spread in movement. I really enjoy walking in them. It takes time for your feet to adjust, but when they do its magical (at least for me). Like walking Barefoot... Love them.Now the not so good side. One top strap that moves which makes it super hard to diall in the adjustment. It took me a while to get it right, and then (cause it moves) it will change whilst your out and about.

Great sandles, highly recommended. Tough, comfortable, zero drop, feel everything yet somehow feel protected. Easy use and worth the money. Weigh next to nothing too 👌🏽

Really well made and fits me perfectly. I've spent ages trying to find some sandals that would fit me and these do the job. I've done a 5km walk in them without issues and they provide a great grip with city walking. Even if they do a fifth of their advertised 5000 mile warranty I would be very happy at the price.To give an idea of the size, I'm measured as UK M 8.5 wide feet with fallen arches (at the end of the day). I normally wear Clarks UK M 8.5 wide, Merrell UK M 9 wide and Crocs UK M 8. The Xero Z-Trek UK M 8 fit me perfectly with about 1 CM at the front of my big toe and the straps before the joint (with the heel right at the back cup).

I have a love hate relationship with these sandals. The straps need constant adjustment, the surface is very slippery and downright dangerous sometimes. I had a right fibula distal and proximal spiral fracture when wearing these sandals. I was running down a slope and am sure because of the slippery nature of top surface my foot just slipped through it... like a ski boot being caught in a badly adjusted ski.I have tried dancing with them as well, and that is not possible either as you will get blisters on your foot.

Extremely flimsyAfter just one short walk outside, the soles already looked wornStraps are the cheapest kind of Velcro—every use wears them down furtherOverall, feels like a disposable item. Do not recommend.

Like these things a lot - my go-to for summer time.I wanted some Bedrocks, but they were a ridiculous price. So I got these instead. I have had them a while and hardly any wear to sole. Grip is fine, even on slick, wet rocks at the beach.Take your time and adjust them just right and these are great.