WHITIN Men’s Barefoot Running Shoes | Minimalist Cross-Trainer | Zero Drop Sole
Original price was: $49.99.$43.88Current price is: $43.88.
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Package Dimensions : 10.55 x 7.95 x 3.19 inches; 15.84 ounces
Department : mens
Date First Available : June 15, 2021
Manufacturer : WHITIN
ASIN : B0978S3V3W
Mark C. –
Seem like they’re worth the money, and wear well so far
Comfortable, lightweight, and they look pretty good too.I mostly have worn these to the gym, but also have worn them around town a time or two for sure.I started wearing shoes like these when the Vibram 5-Fingers first came out. While these are not ‘toe’ shoes,they are of the lightweight, minimalist variety.I’ve worn them with lightweight socks and barefoot and find them comfortable either way.So far they seem durable enough, time will tell how long they actually last.I do plan on getting back to outdoor running again (3 – marathon, trail-runner…) and I’ll definitely try these out.I wear a 13EE comfortably and these shoes don’t seem to squeeze my toes too much. They’re not ‘natural’ type shoes that have an obvious larger-than-average toebox, but they’re not overly tight and uncomfortable.
ScabbyChic –
Gone, but not forgotten
I just retired just a after nearly a year of casual use, and my review is 99% positive. They’re very comfortable, well-constructed (the soles started wearing down a couple months ago, but the uppers still look new- no tears and all the seams are as tight as the day I got them). The price is right, too- for $43, I definitely got my money’s worth, and it’s a great way to see if barefoot shoes are for you. This was my first pair of barefoot shoes, but adjusting to them from fat-heeled, cushy Hokas was surprisingly painless. If you plan on actually running in them, probably stick to offroad- The soles are flexible and very thin, with no cushioning: you’ll definitely feel it if you pound the pavement or step on a rock. That’s my only complaint, and it applies to barefoot shoes in general, not just these.I’ve since purchased a couple other brands of barefoot/zero drop shoes, and where these Whitins really shine are the fit and style. Barefoot shoes should move with your feet, which these do very well- the sloes flex effortlessly and the uppers have just the right balance of padding and rigidity to lock on to my heels and stay comfortably in place through my stride. Even with thin socks, they never chaffed. I tried a different, more expensive Amazon-exclusive brand of barefoot trainers and my heel would lift nearly half-way out of them when I walked.If you’re comparison shopping, you’ve probably noticed that this type of shoe has a wide toe box, which tends to give them an unflattering “clown shoe” vibe (seller’s pictures tend to show their product at only flattering angles, but if you look at user review photos, you’ll see it). The model I bought-WHITIN Men’s Barefoot Running Shoes | Minimalist Cross-Trainer| – is just as wide as the others, but the wrap-around soles and the placement/shape of those plastic side panels gives them a *much * slimmer appearance.I couldn’t be happier with my purchase and will definitely be getting another pair soon!
Thisguy188 –
Great for back, but beware goat heads and shin pain
If you’re getting a zero drop sole shoe, then these are great. The fabric is a bit elastic which helps make the shoes feel comfortable immediately out of the box. I paired them with some elastic shoe laces and they make a great slip on.They are quiet, fit right but offer no arch support.Simple warnings if you have never had barefoot shoes, the lack of cushion is, at first, very hard on your shins. You will go around a month with shin pain as your body adapts to the change. The pain is never unbearable, but it’s a bone pain which is definitely unpleasant. Due to this, don’t give up. The temporary shin pain is worth the eventually lack of back pain and strain. While not a perfect solution to lower back pains, the benefits of barefoot shoes and zero drop soles are very real ib my experience and have relieved years of back pain.The next part, specific to this shoe is that the sole is thin. This is intentional but something you may not realize is that it is just thin enough for longer goat heads to penetrate the sole and prick your foot. This came as a shock to me the first time I got soles these thin. If you live in an area where goat heads grow then you may want to look into some sort of sole insert that is puncture resistant. Many are sold for construction workers for protection and they are around $15-35. You are easily able to remove the included insole and replace it and I’d recommend it if you may find yourself walking in goat heads or other such spikes.While you may debate whether or not you should try barefoot shoes and zero drop soles, if you find yourself wanting to try them out then I’d recommend these ones. Good for work, good for walking and worth the money.
mathewhodges –
Affordable and good quality
I bought these shoes over 2.5 years ago and they’re still going strong. Very comfortable and they’re easy to slip on/off while still staying secure. They’re great for running on pavement, trail running, crossfit, chasing the kids on the playground, and going grocery shopping. The only thing these aren’t great for is kicking the back of a shovel when digging a hole, but that’s gonna be the same for any barefoot shoe. These are a high quality and affordable shoe that I used to test the waters of barefoot shoes and they’ve been a great success.
Jonathan Kegley –
Not Bad, compared to the other 2 I Got
these were a pair bought along with 2 others and probably is the best out of them, The other 2 came damaged and were poorly constructed but were from the same company WHITTIN. These compared to the Whittin trail minimalist toe box gym shoes and the whittin minimalist fashion sneakers these had the least amount of room in the toe area although they are still pretty wide in the front, they fit much better around the bridge of the foot then the other 2 where those were choking and way too small these were actually comfortable, inspecting the shoes the same way I did the other 2 I did not see the same issues (damage and loose stitching)Pro:cheapdecent constructioncomfortable enoughCon:not as wide in the toe area as there other 2 products that were tried with and neededplastic on the lacing area extends too far forward and will sometimes put too much pressure on the the joint around the pinky toe
Harmony Slater –
My son LOVES these shoes for Parkour! He says they’re the best ones he’s ever used. Super grippy and fit to his feet. He has a narrow foot so he likes the shape and style. We’ll be purchasing them again I’m sure.
DAVID P JANES –
I’ve had them for two months now, use them at the gym (only) for lifting and treadmill. The fit is great, the build quality is great, so far no unusual wear. I have ridiculously big feet, no issues. Recommended.
david a. –
Son muy bonitos, pero no son barefoot, ya que para esa denominación se requiere que la puntera sea suficientemente ancha para tus dedos. Y la puntera que trae estos tenis es casi como una estándar. Si NO buscas unos tenis barefoot minimalistas entonces sí podrías adquirir estos por lo bonito del modelo y el precio.
Elizabeth Arcaya Wright –
La talla fue la exacta, medí mi pie y agregué los centímetros que indicaron así que funcionó perfectamente.Tengo un tiempo acostumbrándome a zaparos planos, como los Converse, por lo que estos se sintieron extremadamente cómodos, usando la plantilla (viene una plantilla que no es nada gruesa).Posteriormente los usaré son la plantilla para que sean literalmente barefoot.De todos los zapatos minimalistas, son los que mejor precio tienen (y súper cómodos).Así que buena calidad y comodidad para el precio que tienen.Además llegaron antes de la fecha que decía al principio.
Masood –