VIVOBAREFOOT Gobi III, Mens Lace Up Desert Boot With Barefoot Sole

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The outsole is thin and nicely flexible in all directions, while the insole is made from cork and recycled PU and can be replaced with a warmer insole for additional warmth. The top eyelets have been replaced with speed hooks, but you need to turn the laces the right way to get them into the speed hooks. VIVOBAREFOOT was one of the first barefoot brands ever available, and we can consider them pioneers in the barefoot shoe industry. They are one of the most well-known, well-designed, and high-quality barefoot brands, making them the perfect starting point for many people who decide to embark on their barefoot journey.

Designed as a slip-on shoe with added laces for better adjustability, you can easily slip them on without extra adjustments each time once the laces are set. The thin and flexible sole offers excellent ground feel, enhancing your overall experience. Sizing & Fit: Magna Lite WP SG in women’s sizes is an excellent match for those with narrow to medium-wide feet, while men’s sizes can accommodate slightly wider feet as well. These boots are most comfortable for individuals with low to average instep heights. VIVOBAREFOOT Geo Court The Primus Asana is a wonderfully soft and flexible casual women’s barefoot trainer, made from natural materials to promote natural movement. It’s versatile enough to go with almost anything, from joggers to jeans, and can even be paired with more casual dresses. The interior is lined with a soft, sort of minky material that is new for Vivobarefoot this season (same material is on the interior of the new Gobi Hi). Also new is an algae performance sole. It’s a light, breathable sole, with some squish. Sizing & Fit: The Ultra Bloom’s tapered toe box, so there will be less space for a proper splay of the toes. My feet measure 26.3/10 cm, and I find them too narrow for my foot width. They are best suited for narrow and, at most, medium-width feet. They fit particularly well for those with low and average instep height and can be adjusted comfortably using the elastic laces with a pull toggle. VIVOBAREFOOT Gobi IIIOpanka is perfect for low-volume feet with skinny ankles. They can also work for average ankles and average height insteps, but they won’t be suitable for feet with more volume. The hidden elastic over the instep allows for minimal adjustment in that area. VIVOBAREFOOT Opanka Ballerina One of the things we adore about the Magna Lite WR SG is how they’ve designed the ankle area. The stretchable wool collar makes them incredibly easy to slip on, and there’s absolutely no restriction around the ankle. Even the sole is remarkably flexible, despite its robust appearance. The interior is lined with leather and features a cork insole, making these shoes a real pleasure to wear. The padded collar provides extra comfort, and although the sole is thin and flexible, it’s not the softest on the market. However, it strikes a great balance between durability and flexibility, and we find its quality to be amazing. My husband is a heavy tester of Geo Courts, and they hold up incredibly well for him! The sole construction, which wraps around the side edges of the shoe, enhances lateral stability during intensive movements. The thin and highly flexible sole provides excellent multi-directional traction for fast and sudden movements. One minor complaint is that the insole may feel slightly too big for the shoe and can wrinkle. However, since we typically wear the shoe without it, we decided to remove it altogether. Sizing & Fit: Gobi boots are available in both men’s and women’s sizes. Women’s sizes are best suited for narrow and medium-width feet. However, if you have medium-wide and low-volume feet, they could work too, as they feel slightly wider than most VIVO models in women’s sizes. These boots are best suited for those with low and average insteps, skinny and average ankles. For reference, I wear size 42, with foot dimensions measuring 26.3 cm in length and 10 cm in width.

The Primus Lite Knit is a fantastic minimalist running shoe that can easily double as your go-to gym shoe or everyday footwear to pair with casual and athletic outfits. Its upper is made from breathable synthetic materials, providing comfort throughout the day. These stylish boots are available for both men and women, with options for a leather-lined autumn edition or a cozy fur-lined winter edition. Gobi III are meticulously crafted from high-quality chrome and metal-free smooth or suede leather, and the laces are made from organic cotton. It’s worth noting that the light-colored beige suede leather may be more sensitive than the darker smooth leather, so it’s advisable to apply protective measures before wearing them. The sole is thin, measuring 4 mm, but the included cork insole provides some additional cushioning for added comfort.Designed as a slip-on shoe with added laces for better adjustability, you can easily slip them on without extra adjustments once the laces are set. They are built on the Primus sole with a 2mm sole base and 2mm lug height, which is very soft, flexible, and offers excellent ground feel while remaining durable. Sizing & Fit: The toe box shape of the Gobi III is excellent, and the line at the big toe is perfectly straight. This model tends to run on the narrower side and fits best for those with narrow to medium-wide feet, lower to medium-high insteps, and narrow to medium-wide ankles. With my foot dimensions measuring 26.3/10 cm, I found that a size 42 was a good length, but I would have appreciated a few extra millimeters for my pinky toe width-wide. If you require additional width, keep in mind that the men’s models are generally wider than the women’s models in the same size. VIVOBAREFOOT Gobi HI Novus and Novus Mid are new models introduced in 2023, featuring a unique combination of a rugged outdoor sole and urban upper design, giving them a distinctive and stylish look. The Novus is available in two different heights for both men and women. The Mid version takes a little more time to put on, and the organic laces require a bit more effort to untie. The sole is a good width in the toe box, but a little wide for me through the heel. I have very slim feet, so this is par the course for me. With a lace up shoe like this it is not a problem.