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Xero Shoes DIY Huaraches Review

Xero Shoes DIY Huaraches Review

Xero Shoes are hardly shoes, at all — they're sandals. But they're not just any sandals, they're ultra-minimalist huaraches sandals. You know, like the "sandal tech" worn by the Tarahumara Indians of the Copper Canyons.

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 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.

Gladsoles ECO Huaraches Review

Gladsoles ECO Huaraches Review

The ECO is an interesting new model from Gladsoles that is made entirely from upcycled car tires. There is 5.5mm of rubber for tons of groundfeel and flexibility. Huarache lovers and “Born To Run” readers should definitely give this one a look! Read on to hear my thoughts on this eco-friendly, custo

Review: Earth Runners Circadian with Conductive Laces and Circadian Slip-On

Review: Earth Runners Circadian with Conductive Laces and Circadian Slip-On

The latest update to the Circadian from Earth Runners and its casual slip-on version are excellent huaraches for a variety of activities. The Circadian gets a revised strapping system and conductive nylon laces. These updates have catapulted the…

Unshoes Pah Tempe and Wokova 2015 Review/Update!

Unshoes Pah Tempe and Wokova 2015 Review/Update!

For 2015, Unshoes gave us a full model range refresh of all their running sandals with a more streamlined, polished and overall more running-oriented designs. The biggest design change comes in the form of…nothing! No screws, no rivets, no exposed…

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.

Gladsoles Original and Trail Huaraches Review

Gladsoles Original and Trail Huaraches Review

The Gladsoles Original and Trail running sandals are lightweight, very comfortable, and versatile huaraches that can pretty much handle anything you throw at them. Custom-made from tracings of your foot and made in the USA, they are what I consider to…

Earth Runners Alpha X and Circadian X Running Sandals Review

Earth Runners Alpha X and Circadian X Running Sandals Review

For the last month, I have been testing out two of the latest sandals from Earth Runners: The Alpha X with leather laces and the Circadian X with leather laces and conductive inserts. I believe they are some of the most handsome-looking huaraches on…