Scandinavian Outdoor

The founders of Xero Shoes, Steven and Lena, are a couple. When Steven decided to return to sprinting at the age of 45, after a 30-year break, he soon found himself in a constant cycle of injuries. He was recommended barefoot running as a form of supportive exercise, and it helped him get rid of his symptoms. Steven realized he wanted to live barefoot. However, going without shoes in everyday life is challenging - it’s a line few are willing to cross. Initially, prototypes made for personal use in the form of sandals began to attract attention, leading to the idea of a new barefoot shoe brand. Steven’s spouse, Lena, has a background in hiking. After Steven made prototype sandals for Lena as well, Lena found that barefoot walking helped achieve a more natural stride even while walking. ...

The founders of Xero Shoes, Steven and Lena, are a couple. When Steven decided to return to sprinting at the age of 45, after a 30-year break, he soon found himself in a constant cycle of injuries. He was recommended barefoot running as a form of supportive exercise, and it helped him get rid of his symptoms.

Steven realized he wanted to live barefoot. However, going without shoes in everyday life is challenging - it’s a line few are willing to cross. Initially, prototypes made for personal use in the form of sandals began to attract attention, leading to the idea of a new barefoot shoe brand.

Steven’s spouse, Lena, has a background in hiking. After Steven made prototype sandals for Lena as well, Lena found that barefoot walking helped achieve a more natural stride even while walking.

Xero Men's Mesa Trail II

Men's barefoot shoes for use on trails.

Xero Women's Scrambler Mid

Mid height barefoot hiking shoes for women.

Xero Men's Ridgeway

Traditional hiking boot looks with barefoot shoe structure. Men's sizes.

Xero Men's Scrambler Mid

Mid height barefoot hiking shoes for men.

Xero Men's Scrambler Mid II Waterproof

Mid height barefoot hiking shoes for men. Waterproof model.

Xero Men's Dillon

Sneaker-like looks, with barefoot technology.

Xero Men's Alpine

Barefoot shoes for winter conditions. Men's sizes.

Xero Women's Scrambler Mid II Waterproof

Mid height barefoot hiking shoes for women. Waterproof model.

Xero Women's Dillon

Sneaker-like looks, with barefoot technology. Women's sizes.

Xero Men's Ridgeway Chelsea

Chelsea boot looks, barefoot shoe structure! Men's sizing.

Xero Women's Ridgeway

Traditional hiking boot looks with barefoot shoe structure. Women's sizes.

Xero Women's Mesa Trail Waterproof

Waterproof barefoot trail runners. Women's sizes.

Xero Women's Alpine

Barefoot shoes for winter conditions. Women's sizes.

Xero Women's Ridgeway Chelsea

Chelsea boot looks, barefoot shoe structure! Women's sizing.

Xero Women's Nexus Knit

Barefoot footwear for women - a versatile model.

Xero Men's Nexus Knit

Barefoot footwear for men - a versatile model.

Xero Men's Mesa Trail Waterproof

Waterproof barefoot trail runners. Men's sizes.

Xero Men's Glenn

Tidy leather barefoot shoes for men.

Xero Women's HFS II

Women's barefoot running shoes, especially for running.