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Barefoot running shoe reviews

4 shoes reviewed

  • Barefoot

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  1. Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    New
    86
    Good
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    Any color
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Highrise (J06776)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Olive (J067665)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Granite / Tangerine (J067667)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Black (J06771)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Khaki Coyote (J068145)
    $90 $71
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  2. Xero Shoes HFS II
    85
    Good
    Xero Shoes HFS II
    Any color
    Xero Shoes HFS II - White (HSWWHTE)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Asphalt / Alloy (HSMAPAY)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Tidal Wave (HSWTLWV)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Blue (HSMBUAT)
    Xero Shoes HFS II - Black / Asphalt (HSMBKAP)
    $120 $58
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  3. Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    89
    Great
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    Any color
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II - Black (STWBLK)
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II - Yellow (STMSMEU)
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II - Grey (STMSVRF)
    $110 $83
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  4. Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    62
    Bad
    Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    $140 $98
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For those who want a running experience that feels like going barefoot, we've got a selection of reviews of shoes that are a match for you! We tested shoes that fit each and every purpose for barefoot runners - whether they're looking for road or the trail partners, plush or firm-cushioned shoes, and cheap or expensive pairs. We test each aspect of the shoe that impacts performance, so barefoot runners don't need to compromise in the way they run.