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Overview Two new top-notch sandal models from two of my favorite running sandal companies! Shamma Sandals Ibex and Earthrunners Primal, offer distinct advantages for outdoor enthusiasts. While the Ibex excels in tackling rugged terrain with its durable Vibram soles, the Primal stands out for its flexibility and lightweight design. From the Manufacturer Shamma Sandals Ibex:The […]
Overview Feelgrounds is known for attractive, capable, minimalist shoes and the Courtside is their boldest, flashiest design yet. Street chic with a wide toebox and zero drop sole! From Feelgrounds The Courtside is the perfect shoe for those seeking the ultimate combination of style and barefoot functionality. With its basketball inspired look, the stylish barefoot […]
Overview Lems recently released two new leather waterpoof variants of their popular boots: The more casual Chelsea Waterproof and hiker-oriented Boulder Summit. Featuring their widest last and shape to date and the combination of waterproof membrane and oiled full-grain leather (though a vegan option is available on the Boulder Summit), these boots are more conventional-looking, […]
Fourteen years (and a few days) ago, I published my first Soft Star Shoes review (here) — that of the Soft Star “Grippy¹” Roo Moccasins. Nearly 12 years ago, I published a review of my Soft Star Roos (and Ramblers). Today, I’m going to share some long-term thoughts about the Soft Star Roo, a special, […]
Xero Shoes entered 2020 with a slew of brand-new models for every day, casual wear. In expanding their lineup, they achieved their best leisure design to date! Xero Shoes sent me a pair of their new Denver boot to test and review. What I found—and…
SoftStar Shoes expands upon their PRIMAL line with a new Chukka Lifestyle Shoe. With the widest toebox of any leisure boot, the Sawyer aims to be the most splay-happy casual shoe for urban adventures. Click through to read my review of the Soft Star…
Carets returns with a new Wingtip based on the FER with a classy and intricate design, brogue details, and some smart upgrades from last year’s FER! Carets sent over a pair of these FALCON Wingtips to review. Read on after the jump!
Shamma Sandal’s Chargers were one of my favorite sandals of the last few years and in 2019, they have made tons of new updates and design changes to this best-seller. Knowing I’m such a fan of their style of huaraches/minimalist sandals, Josh sent me a pair to test.
My favorite winter boot of all time is back for its fifth generation! The Feelmax Kuuva 5 aims to improve upon its long legacy of being the lightest waterproof boot in the world with a softer leather, a new waterproofing design, tougher brass hardware…
The Prime Trotters’ Wingtop Oxford is a beautiful, handmade, zero drop, dress shoe for minimalist wearers looking to take their barefoot benefits to the office, ball, or urban adventures! Prime Trotters sent me a pair to test and review and what you’ll…