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Barefoot running shoe reviews

Best barefoot running shoes
Guide Best barefoot running shoes

7 shoes reviewed

  • Barefoot

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  1. Merrell Trail Glove 7
    84
    Good
    Merrell Trail Glove 7
    Any color
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black/Gum (J067653)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black (J037151)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Green (J067655)
    $120 $90
    Save 25%
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  2. Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    86
    Good
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    Any color
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Black (J06771)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Khaki/Coyote (J068145)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Grey (J067667)
    $90 $75
    Save 17%
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  3. Xero Shoes Prio
    91
    Superb
    Xero Shoes Prio
    Any color
    Xero Shoes Prio - Black / White (PRMBLW)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Lunar (PRMLNR)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Black (PRMBLK)
    Xero Shoes Prio - Brown (PRMFNRK)
    $100
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  4. Topo ST-5
    New
    82
    Good
    Topo ST-5
    $120
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  5. Xero Shoes HFS II
    85
    Good
    Xero Shoes HFS II
    $120 $66
    Save 45%
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  6. Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    89
    Great
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II

    Out of stock in all 41 shops

  7. Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    66
    Bad
    Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP

    Out of stock in all 41 shops

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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.