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A brand new offering from a barefoot-specialist brand, the Xero Scrambler Low has charged onto the market backed by quite a bit of hype, with Xero founder Steven Sashen proclaiming it to be the, ...

US-based brand Xero has made a name for itself since launching in 2009, by producing some of the best barefoot shoes on the market, not just for trail runners, but also wild amblers and ramblers.

Barefoot shoes were first introduced in the 1970s, when brands began toying with the idea that cushion and support were not necessary in footwear. The idea was to mimic a more natural and minimalist ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Minimalist shoes are footwear that feature minimal cushion, no midsole, or stiff heel counter,” says ...

There’s no denying it: barefoot shoes are making a comeback. And with good reason, as even occasional use can help to strengthen your foot, prevent bunions, and reduce knee and hip pain. If you’ve ...

As oxymorons go, “barefoot shoes” takes some beating. Otherwise referred to as “minimalist footwear”, these are shoes designed to mimic the experience of not wearing shoes. Evangelists include Joe ...

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