You’ll be hard-pressed to find lighter barefoot shoes — and in this case, sandals — than the Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV. They weigh a mere 5.4 ounces and feel like you’re wearing almost nothing ...

I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes exclusively for over a decade, on everything from thru-hikes to winter overnights to hours-long urban hikes. Over the years, my feet have become accustomed to the ...

This is meant to allow your feet to move as they do naturally, without shoes. Barefoot shoes offer flexibility, balance, and grip—some are even tough enough for trail running or climbing in.

Compared to walking barefoot, the clogs and foot-stabilizing walking shoes were associated with significantly higher knee loading. "These results highlight the importance of re-evaluating the ...