Xero Shoes Sneak Peak: Amuri Z-Trek

Another running sandal is on the horizon for US-based Xero Shoes. 

Building on the success of the Sensori Venture and their own huarache-style DIY running sandals, Xero Shoes have been working hard in 2014 to create what looks to be an incredible running sandal!

Introducing the Amuri Z-Trek

Take a look at these beauties! To me, they look completely faultless. Nice, wide webbing to keep the foot in place, whilst remaining completely minimalist and trendy-looking. The heel strap looks well-designed too. What I most like about the look of these ‘barefoot’ running sandals is the way the sole lifts on the sides. This looks sure to dramatically reduce the debris that can potentially enter the sandals when running.

Our only gripe is that the RRP is $69.99 (£43.30), which is a lot of money for a pair of sandals (but nowhere near as expensive as the Lunas!)… But who knows – They may well be worth it.

The Xero Shoes Z-Trek Running Sandals are due for release in Spring 2015.

What do you think?

Let us know your thoughts on the Xero Shoes Z-Trek.

 

Buy Xero Shoes Running Sandals from Feetus.co.uk

We also stock Barefoot Ted’s Luna Sandals

Outrageous Vibram FiveFingers Sale

Vibram FiveFingers Sale

…You’re too late! Sale finished 2pm Sunday 19 October 2014.

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Looking for discount Vibram FiveFingers in the UK?
Well… This is a FLASH SALE. 
  • FREE UK DELIVERY on ALL orders over £50.
  • FREE FEETUS FAPPA when you spend £50.
  • International Shipping available: Just £8.95.
You have from NOW until 2pm Sunday 19 October to grab these bargains. After that, the prices will go back to normal and this page will disappear!
£54 OFF: THE BIGGEST DISCOUNT: The Seeya LS Night
A whopping saving of £54+ on the Seeya LS Night. This shoe is perfect for the darker nights as they light up in the dark! Honestly! Best for road and tarmac running, and for beasting the gym. Buy the Seeya LS Night Now.
 

Just £87.49 THE OFF-ROAD GEM: Spyridon MR
You wanna get dirty? Do it with the Spyridon MR. Our luscious green hills of Great Britain are spoilt when it comes to rain and mud. MR actually stands for ‘Mud Runner’. Beat the mud for just £87.49.

Less than £55! THE CHEAPEST: The EL-X (Red/Black, mens)
The EL-X stands for ‘Entry Level Cross Trainer’. This is a great introductory shoe if you’re looking to get in to Vibrams. Perfect for casual use, hitting the gym, and yours for just £54.97!
Men's EL-X. Super Cheap!
Men’s EL-X. Super Cheap!
30% Off. LADIES’ ONLY: KSO Evo & Trek Sport
The KSO Evo is the best-selling Vibram FiveFingers style and its easy to see why. Beautiful design, no over-the-top colours and style, and it is so versatile. Now just £67.49.
The Trek Sport is for the outdoor enthusiast who is out on the hills; running, trekking, camping. BUY NOW.

THE FEETUS FAVOURITE: The Trek Sport Sandal
Come on Vibram, its not a sandal is it? You don’t need to justify wearing these year-round. Yours for £84.47. 

TOE SOCKS
Don’t forget. We also have the biggest and best range of toe socks in the UK including ALL Injinji styles, sizes, and colours available in the UK.

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Minimalist Running is Back!

Rediscover the Natural Way to Run

For many people the hallmark of a good life is all about feeling the sand between your toes or the grass beneath your feet each morning. There is a sense of having retired from the daily hustle and bustle of life and having ‘arrived’, when you have the leisure of that ever-elusive thing called TIME.

But what about those amongst us who don’t have the luxury to leave our 9 to 5’s or the city life yet? What about that innate longing within us to connect back to nature at its barest and feel the world beneath our feet?

Fret not! For there is a way – The Way of ‘Minimalist Running’.

We have seen a revival of barefoot running, something that has long been part of our history in the evolutionary scheme of things! Ask the Apes if you are cynical!

What do we mean by ‘Minimalist’?

By Minimalist, we mean natural running or barefoot running – and it’s certainly not just a fad! Minimalist / barefoot footwear is designed with a minimal midsole to make sure that you are able to run, walk, hike, climb and experience nature just as it was intended to be.

The past few years has seen this form of running take off. Long distance or short; people are combining workouts with outdoor and adventure and are now enjoying the experience and the benefits it gives to the entire body and mind.

See our range of men’s minimalist running shoes here

The entire concept here is to find a balance and harmony between the traditional support of a regular running shoe and the benefits of running barefoot. Shoes that mimic the feel of bare feet allow similar degrees of flexibility that vastly improves the body’s balance.  This ‘feel’ provides continuous feedback from the ground up and makes the runner more aware of pain that precedes injury and yet, giving the wearer protection over various terrain and hazards like rocks and stones, broken glass, and all subtle changes that occur constantly mile after mile.

Vibram Feet
Minimalist?
Well… Sort of, but not quite

See our range of minimalist footwear for women

Running this way is not only liberating, but performance gains are potentially huge too. We will discuss that in more detail our next blog post.

Vibram FiveFingers - Experience barefoot whilst still wearing shoes
Vibram FiveFingers – Experience barefoot whilst still wearing shoes
Mens CVT LS

Get £20 off the Vibram FiveFingers CVT LS

Get the Vibram CVT LS for just £79.

Vibram’s sexiest, most casual ‘barefoot’ shoe is now available in the UK, from Feetus.co.uk!

Until now, the CVT LS has eluded the UK despite it being available in almost every other country in the world. We’re pleased to have sourced a limited number of these gorgeous shoes and to celebrate, we’re offering you the chance to get an extra £20 off! This offer will end 30-September-2014. 

Discount Code for the CVT LS

Simply add a pair of the CVT LS to your basket and enter the following discount code at the checkout:

CVTLS20

…and as if that weren’t enough. You also get FREE DELIVERY and a Feetus ‘Fappa’ COMPLETELY FREE.

Exclusive look at the Bikila EVO WP

2015 Vibram FiveFingers. Sneak Preview No.4: Bikila Evo WP

Waterproof Vibram FiveFingers!

The Bikila EVO WP is now available to buy from feetus.co.uk.

…At Last!  

Every year, when winter rears its head, we are bombarded with customers all asking the big question: “Which pair of Vibram FiveFingers is waterproof”? And we shrug, answering “Well, there is the Lontra, but it is only water-resistant, but you these other styles are also worthy of consideration in winter…”. Until now, we usually point customers to this article What Vibram FiveFingers Shall I Wear In Winter?.

We never expected a waterproof style of Vibrams to ever become available. In all honesty, I had questioned how you could actually make a ‘barefoot shoe’ that also could keep the water out. But now, in principle at least, Vibram have developed just that, and we’re proud to present the Bikila EVO WP.

Introducing the Bikila EVO WP

During a Vibram FiveFingers presentation last year, a spokesman demonstrated the power of this new sole technology they had created. One man attempted to walk over an ice rink in a standard shoes while the other, equipped with a Vibram ICETREK compound sole, made his way over the ice without any trouble at all. Vibram FiveFingers went on to develop this technology further, creating their first waterproof shoe.

ICE Trek Sole by Vibram FiveFingers
ICE Trek Sole by Vibram FiveFingers

Due for release early 2015  (NOW AVAILABLE – CLICK HERE) the Bikila EVO WP is like a cross between the Bikila EVO and the below-par Lontra. The WP has this super grippy sole and a waterproof tri-layer stretch fabric equipped with a waterproof zip that comes to ankle height. A lot of customers who bought the Lontra had trouble with the neoprene cuff either being so tight it dug in to their calf/achilles; or is was too slack, ultimately letting in water. Vibram have sensibly removed this neoprene cuff and replaced it with a much improved abrasion-resistant tricot lining.

Exclusive look at the Bikila EVO WP
Exclusive look at the Bikila EVO WP

The sole thickness is exactly the same as the Bikila EVO (6.5mm). The shoe is around 20% heavier (just 150g total weight!) than the original EVO, which isn’t bad considering the extra benefits of the shoe.

  • WEIGHT: M43 = 5.29oz W38 = 3.88oz
  • MAX SOLE THICKNESS: 6.5mm (2.5mm
  • Rubber/ 4.0mm-EVA)
  • INSOLE: Waterproof Fabric
  • UPPER MATERIAL: Tri-Layer Stretch
  • Waterproof Fabric
  • VEGAN
  • Hand Wash Cold/Air Dry

The official Vibram blurb: “Same minimalist design as our hard-working Bikila EVO, but with waterproof stretch-membrane construction, taped seams and a water-resistant gaiter to keep the wet environment at bay. An ideal running shoe for those looking for grip, and durability on ice.”

The Feetus Verdict

My concern is that this waterproof shoe has been developed on the Bikila Evo. The Bikila Evo features an EVA midsole, and this EVA material is partially exposed. My experience of EVA is that it is like lightweight, dense rubber. This rubber can contract with each step and return back to its former shape. As the EVA rubber is so light, there is obviously air inside. When the rubber reduces in size, it pushes the air out. Then when the rubber returns to its normal state, it takes air in.

My experience of running with shoes with an exposed EVA midsole is that, (and this becomes more prominent over time, as the outer sole wears thinner), when the EVA ‘breathes’, it soaks up water. While this may be a tiny amount of water with each step, but over the course of a run, when the terrain is completely wet, the EVA begins to soak up the water and your feet get wet.

Vibram FiveFingers Bikila EVO WP from Feetus.co.uk
The Bikila EVO WP

Of course, I may be completely wrong about the Bikila Evo WP. I haven’t tested this shoe yet, but for me it would have made sense to have built this waterproof shoe on the new Trek Ascent. The Trek Ascent also features a 4mm EVA midsole, but at least this is not exposed in any way – with the outsole completely covered with durable rubber.

Save up now, or get wet feet

Only time will tell… but again we feel Vibram have let themselves down with the price tag again. The Bikila EVO WP comes in at a whopping £180 RRP (UK RRP now lowered to £150 – Buy the Bikila EVO WP from Feetus.co.uk now)

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Alitza Loop

2015 Vibram FiveFingers. Sneak Preview No.2: Alitza Breathe & Alitza Loop

Since its release in 2013, the Alitza has been a popular choice with ladies. But in 2015, the Alitza is undergoing a radical makeover.

Introducing the Alitza Breathe and Alitza Loop

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE TO VIEW / BUY NOW

If you love indoor training, enjoy yoga, or are looking for a ‘barefoot’ shoe for everyday use, the Alitza is the perfect choice. Available for ladies only, the new-look Alitzas are very feminine and elegant. You’re going to love them!

The Sole: XS Trek

The XS Trek sole has been incredibly popular since its first release in 2013 on the men’s EL-X and the ladies’ Alitza, and has continued to be used on other styles in 2014 such as the ladies’ VI-B and the bestselling KSO Evo. Very versatile with unbeatable ground feel, the XS Trek sole is a masterstroke from Vibram FiveFingers.

XS Trek

Alitza Loop - Great for Yoga
Alitza Loop – Great for Yoga

 Alitza Breathe

The key difference with the Alitza Breathe is most obviously the extended warp around laces, which add extra security over and under your foot. The upper fabric is a polyester mesh which was first introduced in early 2014 on the women’s VI-B.

Alitza Breathe
The Vibram FiveFingers Alitza Breathe

“The elegant Alitza Breathe provides the perfect foundation for sports like barre, yoga and training sessions where a mind/body connection are key. Flexible FiveFingers construction offers extraordinary ground feel to fully engage the toes and foot while providing confident traction on and off the mat. Lacing allows for a custom fit.”

Available for women only

  • WEIGHT: 3.46oz
  • MAX SOLE THICKNESS: 3.5mm Rubber
  • INSOLE: Anti-Microbial Drilex
  • UPPER MATERIAL: Polyester Mesh + Recycle PET
  • VEGAN
  • Machine Wash Cold/Air Dry

 

Alitza Loop

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE TO VIEW / BUY NOW

Available (potentially) in black, red, and magenta; the Alitza Loop has a stretch polyamide upper, providing flexibility and breathability. The ribbons that featured on the original Alitza have been replaced by a more durable stretch gore, which will undoubtedly provide a more secure fit.

Alitza Loop
The Vibram FiveFingers Alitza Loop

 

“The simple beauty of Alitza Loop offers the perfect solution for those seeking a barefoot experience with optimal traction. An ideal minimalist shoe for fitness classes, barre and studio sessions, the Alitza Loop is light, breathable and follows your every move. Easy on/off makes for an effortless transition from home, to studio, to running around town.”

Available for women only

  • WEIGHT: 2.99oz
  • MAX SOLE THICKNESS: 3.5mm Rubber
  • INSOLE: Anti-Microbial Drilex + 2mm EVA
  • UPPER MATERIAL: Stretch Polyamide
  • VEGAN
  • Machine Wash Cold/Air Dry
Vibram FiveFingers Alitza Breathe and Alitza Loop
Vibram FiveFingers Alitza Breathe and Alitza Loop

Catalogue cutting for the Alitza Breathe and Loop

 

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE TO VIEW / BUY NOW

The Feetus Verdict

The Alitza has been hugely popular and the main issue (in the UK) is that it has only ever been available in black, despite other colours such as purple, pink, and white being available in Asia and the US.

I believe the Alitza Loop is, despite not changing all that much, an improved design on the original Alitza. The switch from the ribbon across the foot to the stretch gore fabric will make it so much easier to get the shoes on. I think the Alitza Loop will be a BIG hit!

The Alitza Breathe is a strange beast. It is like a combination of the VI-B and the Alitza, with huge ribbons that fasten up the leg. Will this wrap-around lacing stay in place? We’ll have to wait until Spring 2015 to find out!

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE TO VIEW / BUY NOW

Trek Ascent in action

2015 Vibram FiveFingers. Sneak Preview No.1: Trek Ascent

We were GUTTED when, earlier this year, we heard that the ultra-popular Trek Sport was being discontinued. …We needn’t have worried. Getting a glimpse of 2015’s offerings has put our minds at ease.

Introducing the Trek Ascent and Trek Ascent LR

Hold your horses. These aren’t due for release until Spring/Summer 2015.

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE

We were able to get our hands on these off-road/trail specific minimalist running shoes earlier this year and were very impressed. Not only does the Trek Ascent look incredible, the sole has had a complete makeover from the original ‘Trek’ sole and feels rugged, sturdy, and reliable; whilst still low profile enough to be considered ‘barefoot’.

Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect…

Exploring the outdoors in the Vibram FiveFingers Trek Ascent
Exploring the outdoors in the Vibram FiveFingers Trek Ascent

The New Trek Ascent Sole

Vibram FiveFingers have retired their Trek sole (as featured on the Trek SportLontra and Trek Sport Sandal, and have replaced it with a brand new compound called MEGAGRIP.

MegaGrip from Vibram FiveFingers
MegaGrip from Vibram FiveFingers

MEGAGRIP is said to offer excellent grip properties on both wet and dry terrains while maintaining a high level of durability, and has been developed for those who frequently encounter slippery surfaces.

The difference between the Trek Ascent and the Trek Ascent LR is the upper material; the Trek Ascent being made from synthetic materials polyester and Spandex (making it suitable for vegans), and the Ascent LR made from kangaroo leather and hemp.

Trek Ascent

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE

“For off-road adventures and hiking in all conditions, the new Trek Ascent Synthetic offers rugged traction and sure grip to keep you firmly grounded on and off trail. Choose the Synthetic fabrication for sporty, weather resistant performance.”

  • Available for both men and women
  • WEIGHT: M43 = 6.34oz W38=4.93oz
  • MAX SOLE THICKNESS: 8mm (4mm Rubber /4mm EVA midsole)
  • INSOLE: 4mm Polyurethane + Anti-Microbial Drilex Sockliner
  • UPPER MATERIAL: Polyester +Spandax
  • VEGAN
  • Machine Wash Cold/Air Dry

Available in black for both men and women, in grey/black/orange for men, and dark grey/lilac for women.

Trek Ascent LR 

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE

  • Available for both men and women
  • WEIGHT: M43 = 6.56oz W38=5.11oz
  • MAX SOLE THICKNESS: 8mm (4mm rubber outsole/4mm EVA midsole)
  • INSOLE: 4mm Polyurethane + Anti-Microbial Drilex Sockliner
  • UPPER MATERIAL: Kangaroo Leather + Hemp
  • Machine Wash Cold/Air Dry

Men will have black and caramel/brown to choose from, whereas ladies have caramel/brown and pink/grey/orange.

Vibram FiveFingers describes the Trek Ascent LR ” is a rugged minimalist shoe designed for hiking tough terrain. A super grippy outsole and leather/hemp construction makes this the 4-wheel-drive version of our original barefoot model.”

The Vibram FiveFingers Trek Collection
The Vibram FiveFingers Trek Collection

The Feetus Verdict

As a trail runner, I am more excited about the Trek Ascent than I have ever been about any other pair of Vibrams in the past. I feel Vibram FiveFingers have really found the right balance between looks and performance with this minimalist shoe.

The sole, at 8mm thick, will provide enough protection to hit the trails and run with ease, whilst still  providing enough proprioception for the runner to experience ground feel. The sole pattern is also an improvement from the original Trek Sport. Although the tread depth feels slightly more shallow, the rubber feels sticky, durable and will provide a massive amount of traction for grip and stability in most weather conditions.

We’re really excited to get these in for Spring 2015. What do you think about the Trek Ascent?

NOW IN STOCK – CLICK HERE

The Feetus.co.uk ‘Early December’ Sale

The Feetus Sale.

Christmas is round the corner, and if you’re reading this you’re probably looking for some new ‘barefoot’ or minimalist running shoes or accessories, either for yourself, or for somebody else. And we’ve been working hard to give you the best deals we possibly can.

This isn’t a ‘Black Friday’ or ‘Cyber Monday’ sale. We don’t like those corny, bullshit, American labels. Quite simply, this is The Feetus Sale. It is our first ‘proper’ sale, and we hope you like it.

The sale won’t last for ever. It might not even last ’til the end of the week, so you had better be quick! Enjoy! 

Things You Might Like to Know

When does the Sale start and finish?

The sale starts Monday 2 December, 2013. The sale won’t last long, but it will definitely run for a full 24-hours.

What offers are there?

Why should I buy from Feetus.co.uk?

  • Our customers love us. Check out our 5-star reviews on FreeIndex.
  • Free Delivery on orders over £50
  • Free Feetus.co.uk ‘Fappa’ (aka neck tube, snood, etc) on orders over £50.
    • IMPORTANT POINT: Due to the overwhelming number of orders we have had over the last three weeks, we have become desperately short of Fappas – and we will probably sell out this week – BUT – we have thousands more arriving within the next 7-14 days. We will still honour the free Fappa and send this out to you at a later date. 
  • We’re a small (but growing!), independent online retailer.
  • 100% secure. We accept payments using SagePay, PayPal, and Amazon Payment.

The product I want is: a) out of stock, b) not in my size, c) sold out

Don’t worry. We’ll do our very best to get it back for you in time for Christmas. Just ‘Contact us’ by email.

When will I receive my order?

All our advertised products are in stock. If you place your order before 1400 GMT, it will be despatched the same day.

Lead times vary depending on your chosen delivery method. If you need your order quick, we suggest you select Guaranteed Next Day Delivery. .

Anything Else?

Please get in touch

 

 

Half Price Injinji Toe Socks When You Buy Vibram FiveFingers

Feetus.co.uk: EXCLUSIVE Injinji Offer

We’re giving all of our customers the opportunity to get TWO PAIRS of Injinji toe socks HALF PRICE when they buy a pair of Vibram FiveFingers from us.

Injinji are the world’s best-known manufacturer of toe socks. Used by professional athletes worldwide, Injinji toe socks are the perfect companion for your Vibram FiveFingers (especially in the winter!!!)

A twin pack of Injinji PED Sport socks is RRP £19.98 (£9.99 per pair), but if you add a twin pack to your basket, you will pay just £9.99 for two pairs of toe socks. Choose from black or grey.

STRICTLY one twin pack (at £9.99) per customer. Additional packs will be charged at £16.99.

 

Meanwhile… Other Injinji Bargains.

We’ve got some ‘last-season’ Injinji socks starting from as little as £4.99, and you pay just 99p for UK delivery on these.

And we’ve also got a very attractive range of new-for-2013 Injinji socks to match your favourite Vibram FiveFingers.

 

 

What Are You Waiting For?

Browse our Vibram FiveFingers now

Check our our range of Injinji toe socks

Join our Barefoot & Minimalist Running Club on Strava

Use Strava?

Run Barefoot or in Minimalist Running Shoes?

Great! 

We have created a specialist ‘club’ on Strava with the core aim to bring barefoot and minimalist runners throughout UK, Europe, and the rest of the world together to share their experiences in running unshod or in minimalist footwear (such as Vibram FiveFingers, Xero Shoes, etc).

Click here to join our club. 

If you haven’t used Strava before, it is an incredible way to motivate yourself and push yourself harder. 

A GPS device is the best way to track your training, either in the form of a SmartPhone or a sports watch, but if you don’t have one, don’t worry; you can still plot your runs on sites and export them in to Strava.

We look forward to seeing you in our club!

Simply click the image before to check it out:

Click here to check out our barefoot running club
Click here to check out our barefoot running club