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Minimalist Sandals

Huaraches, minimalist sandals or "barefoot sandals," and other lightweight footwear are staples in the BirthdayShoes community. Here are just a few of the many minimalist sandals available past and present.

Huaraches: Review of the Original Minimalist & "Barefoot" Sandals

Huaraches: Review of the Original Minimalist & "Barefoot" Sandals

Vibram FiveFingers opened my eyes to minimalist shoe running. Ever since, I've been on a quest to find the best balance of lightweight protection and comfort without sacrificing flexibility and ground feel. Enter huaraches.

Shamma Sandals Numa Warriors and Numa Chargers Review

Shamma Sandals Numa Warriors and Numa Chargers Review

(Plus a TrailStar Maximus LE update!) The always-innovative folks at Shamma Sandals

Shamma Sandals Ibex and Earthrunners Primal

Minimalist Sandals

Shamma Sandals Ibex and Earthrunners Primal

A double review of two huaraches-styled minimalist sandals from Shamma Sandals and Earthrunners.

Bedrock Cairn Adventure Sandal Review

Bedrock Cairn Adventure Sandal Review

Bedrock Sandals has released a new line of adventure sandals with a

Shamma Sandals Ultragrip Chargers (Updated) Review

Shamma Sandals Ultragrip Chargers (Updated) Review

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.

Shamma Sandals Ultragrip Chargers Review

Shamma Sandals Ultragrip Chargers Review

A review of the adventure-ready and waterproof Shamma Sandals Ultra Chargers, featuring the new grippy and waterproof all-weather UltraGrip footbed

Combo Review: Vivo Barefoot Eclipse and Shamma Sandals Warriors 2.0 With Power Straps

Minimalist Sandals

Combo Review: Vivo Barefoot Eclipse and Shamma Sandals Warriors 2.0 With Power Straps

Two huaraches-inspired minimalist sandals go head-to-head — from the popular minimalist shoe company Vivo Barefoot and the popular minimalist sandals company Shamma Sandals.

Shamma Sandals – Jerusalem Cruiser 2.0 Review

Shamma Sandals – Jerusalem Cruiser 2.0 Review

An update to the Jerusalem Cruiser from Shamma Sandals deserves an updated minimalist sandal review.

Shamma Sandals Classic All Browns Review

Shamma Sandals Classic All Browns Review

Need to dress up your minimalist sandals? Look no further than the Shamma Sandals “All Brown” for a leather-strapped alternative to Shamma’s velcro-strapped huaraches-style sandals.

Shamma Sandals Mountain Goats Review

Shamma Sandals Mountain Goats Review

How do Shamma Sandals new Mountain Goats perform? A new minimalist sandals huaraches from Shamma.

Exodus XO Heroes Sandals Review

Exodus XO Heroes Sandals Review

About a year ago I reviewed the Exodus XO minimalist sandal from Exodus Sandals. In that review, I noted that, "One thing I'd like to experience with the Exodus is a foamier Vibram sole—perhaps something like the Luna Leadville. Why? Well, mostly for a…

Unshoes Pah Tempe (Summer 2014 Update) Review

Unshoes Pah Tempe (Summer 2014 Update) Review

Over the last three weeks, I have been lucky enough to put the latest version of Pah Tempe from Unshoes through their paces through a variety of activities and environments. This is an exclusive first review for BirthdayShoes.com! Read on!