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Have you checked revivo.com? You can also look on Amazon amzn.to/3SmAW7A Freet also has a number of aggressively soled shoes.boot for more affordable prices. bit.ly/46YY0xG

@@AndrewFolts sadly, amazon UK has similar pricing, and US shipping is a no-go. The Revivo is still far too expensive for some refurbished BF shoes for me personally, especially after shipping. They are only around 20% cheaper on the UK store. I've not heard of Freet before, so I will look into them. 👍 thank you.

You're welcome, Nahal. Appreciate you hanging out!

You got it, keep up the killer designs!

Hey, I'm usually a 10-10.5 or 43/44 EU.

They're all over the country in different places, it's just a case of poor diet, chronic stress, cell radiation...the usual suspects everyone's exposed to these days.

Yea, I'd love to do that...if only I had like 1,000 hours a day for the creative projects I have planned, ha. Van life is the #1 priority, and then I'll tackle more side quests.

The lesson is that sales (as in discounts) are everything. During the holidays and that 20% off sale they had in the spring my commissions went up like 20x, no joke.

The V-NEOP would be warmer and is great for flatter trails, while the V-Aqua is more breathable and better for hilly trails where you need grip and security.

@@AndrewFolts yeah, that's what I thought as well. Also, V-aqua seems to be more agile and secure in general. I think it would make a good second running shoe for bad weather. Thank you

Yea, like all leather they do soften, especially with occasional beeswax treatment. Just make sure you have around a thumbnail's space at the end. Being too short can make boots tight too.

Yea, def the more versatile of the two, especially for all terrain hiking.

The ESC sole is truly a monster, ha. Bit overkill for casual use, but nice on rocky terrain.

No, mine are regular, since I have fairly slim feet.

@@AndrewFolts Thanks for the quick reply! Do you prefer these or the vibrams for trail running?

@@teddybear0116 Vibram's for steeper, more technical terrain where I need extra security and Toetem for hotter days where I need max airflow. But overall the V-Trek czcams.com/video/PXwmaYtBLAM/video.html and Alpha sandal are what I wear the majority of the time in summer for trails.

@@AndrewFolts thanks!

Most likely Lono will keep making solid quality shoes at affordable prices, rather than trying beat Vivo at the premium materials game, which would require them to charge premium prices and lose their customer base.

Yea, I think the GPS will be a lot easier to use on the LP3, especially the map view, with the larger screen and faster performance.

@@AndrewFolts Thanks for replying!

The main differences, technically, are that the Wisephone has a larger glossy LED screen (more room for UI but worse for eyestrain), 4 GB RAM (slower), a removable external memory slot, and that creepy family control dashboard, and extra wide angle back camera. The Light Phone III has a smaller matte OLED screen (less room but better for eyestrain), 6 GB RAM (faster), and the Light dashboard, which only allows each user to manage their own apps, etc (no parental controls). The apps for both are pretty much identical.

Yea, it is weird. I couldn't see any real difference, so it's probably just new colors and minor style tweaks if they're releasing new versions that close together.

Yea, I feel like Vivo should include short videos with each of their shoes. Helps a lot to give you a sense of how they look in 3D.

Heel. These would be quite awkward for forefoot striking with the higher ankle. As with forefooting, though, it's always good to use a short stride with bent knees.

@@AndrewFolts Ok, it's quite hard to find proper shoes for forefoot walking. Maybe I try them and send them back if they aren't for that. Do you have a recommendation for winter hiking with a good sole?

@@lars4953 The Softstar Switchback might be a good one to try. It's insulated with a Vibram sole, but the upper is much more flexible and agile. czcams.com/video/ybp_g-8z2vo/video.html

@@AndrewFolts They look good. A bit expansiv. But I guess they will last longer then neopren shoes. :)

@@lars4953 I have some Vivo Primus Lite's that are still going after seven years, so they can be a great investment if you take care with them. Here are some of my favorite durability tips: czcams.com/video/BXO266smEKg/video.html

They're pretty similar, honestly. Unless you're doing intense cross training or sprinting, the Asana works fine for anything the Knit can do.

Ditto! They've always been my fav all year round brand.

Most barefoot shoes won't give you calluses. I only ever got them from running completely barefoot and very small ones from running in my original Primus Lite's, which were only 3mm thick. Even now, it's hard to even see them, other than my big toe being slightly denser on the edge.

@@AndrewFolts see that's interesting. I haven't been able to find much research on it either. I'm developing one on both my outside pinky balls - I think it might be the way I walk? I'm fairly new to barefoot. do you have any ideas?

@@alimuhammad599 Interesting, are you walking forefoot? That's something I'd usually associate with striking at the outside front of your foot. You can also shorten your stride, which will lower impact and abraison. But either way, callus is a good thing. It's protection for your feet that regenerates for free. (:

Yea, the Knit's are slightly wider and longer than the original Lite's. If the Lite's are way too long, then sizing down in the Knit's definitely sounds right.

Ha, yea, Vivo's good at that. (:

Read your mind, ha! Glad it came at the right moment. (:

If you wanted to weight lift in them, they'd be fine. Just wouldn't use them for running or side-to-side movements.

They still grip fine on roads when it's wet, although the upper will soak through eventually. You can treat it to improve the resistance somewhat,

@@AndrewFolts With wax I'd assume.

@@KohiOcha Yep!

Good suggestion, maybe I'll do that tomorrow. The SG is better for soft/muddy ground, while the FG is better on rocks and hard dirt, although it's fine in wet conditions too, as long as the hills aren't too steep. The Magna Lite is lighter and more flexible and can be used for running. The Magna FG is a pure hiking boot and has a bit less flex, but more protection.

@@AndrewFolts That helps alot and it's the detail I am looking for. Do they have the same water resistant capabaility though? Thank you for the quick response

@@paolosantos6704 They're both water resistant, but the FG is a bit more so due to being thicker.

No, it's thicker and meant for protection on trails. I'd recommend the Flow for working out, which has a thinner, more flexible sole for roads/gym, etc. bit.ly/3A5tg2U

@@AndrewFolts appreciate it, thanks a lot! 🙏🏻

Thanks, yo! Appreciate the love. I'm really looking forward to filming build videos and vlogs in the van when it's finished. First one's coming up hopefully in a week or two.

The Tracker's czcams.com/video/ZkOLb1FbLLw/video.html insulated throughout the whole boot and is waterproof, whereas the Magna is designed for warmer weather and doesn't have any insulation. Ankle support isn't necessary with barefoot shoes, since you're so low to the ground that it's almost impossible to injure your ankle. I've "rolled" my ankle almost to 90 deg without even any pain, since there's no pressure from being on a high platform, as with traditional boots.

Yea, the HFS would be a great pick for that. I worked 8+ hour shifts on concrete with the Vivobarefoot Primus Lite czcams.com/video/ydf1R2Z2KAY/video.html, which is even thinner, and my feet felt amazing, compared to cushion shoes, which gave me plantar fasciitis. Just take it slow in the beginning. Try them out for an hour or so, then gradually wear them longer each day as it feels right.

Hey there, I personally prefer the Tracker FG, since the sole is a little bit more versatile for all terrain, but if you're using them in muddy conditions a lot, then the Textile's FG2 sole would be a great pick. The Tracker FG is only more narrow at the very tip, and shouldn't make much of a difference. That said, if your feet are not just wide but EXTRA wide, then I'd recommend the Softstar Switchback with the synthetic upper, which is more water resistant than the leather version and has an extra wide option. czcams.com/video/ybp_g-8z2vo/video.html

@@AndrewFolts I really like ur reviews. Thank for your quick, friendly and knowledgable opinion!!! Ur feedback really helped me. Thank you very much!

@@AndrewFolts I bought tracker fg! Can I ask you more about it? do I need RENAPUR 50ML LEATHER BALSAM in vivo? They don't ship this accesory to Korea tho. How can I search in google about balsam if I need? Waterproof leather balsam? I'll make a pre order of sensus too! And I wonder is this a leather or suede. It says it's wild hide leather in website. Then it's a leather? Should I buy LIQUIPROOF LABS LEATHER NOURISHER in vivo?

@@user-qn5il6oh6v Yep, most natural leather balsam products should work. I often use just a simple beeswax balm on mine. The nourisher will keep the leather looking nice longer, but it's not 100% necessary. Up to you.

Great to hear! Yea, that tread's a monster for any kind of slippery terrain. Keep rocking out there! (:

Hey David, the only heel pain I've ever gotten is from cushion shoes. You foot "sinks" into the soft foam, which causes your muscles and tendons to work 2x as hard. With barefoot shoes you're always on a stable yet flexible platform. Just take it slow in the beginning and get lots of rest.

Nice! Monk's are so underrated with the Vibram sole and low cost compared to similar high quality sandals. Enjoy!

Any large scale manufacturing process, whether natural or unnatural, is going to result in some form of damage to the environment. Tanning leather has its own ethical issues, as does hemp, cotton, etc. That said, I think it would be rad if Ahinsa made a hemp version of the Chitra. They have a hemp version of the Bindu.

Funny enough the Toetem Alpha and DLD Perception are my two most used sandals right now. The Alpha's are my favorites for pretty much everything and have a smoother footbed, which doesn't leave a mark, but, like you say, in wet conditions, the textured footbed of the Perceptions definitely has a better grip. You might consider just getting a second pair of a different brand and switching between them for different uses. The Frontier would be overkill for urban terrain, imo, but the Alpha is perfect. czcams.com/video/bU1cweEMjVA/video.html

@@AndrewFolts do you find you have to constantly readjust your DLDs? I get them where I want, walk a bit, take them off by dropping the heel strap and when I pop them on again they are loose or at least not where I had them before (noticeably so). I’m beginning to think I’ll need to get toetems as I prize ease of use and foot security foremost. Expensive result 😢

@@cybersurf5 No, if anything I found the DLD's difficult to get loose, because the rubber clings tight to the wide straps. I've never once adjusted them since day one. But yea, Toetem's are easier to adjust when needed with the velcro.

@@AndrewFolts what would you say has been the pair(s) that felt the most secure on your feet? How would the Toetems rank?

@@cybersurf5 Shamma sandals are #1 for security due to the extra strap, but they feel stiff and uncomfortable to me. Toetem's are #2 for security and #1 for everything else, so they're what I wear most of the time.

Depends on whether you need it for mostly roads or mostly trails. The Chitra is definitely overkill for longer road milage, but feels great on rough trails.

I couldn't feel it at all, I wonder if yours had a manufacturing defect where stitching was raised/rough for some reason? In mine it just sits flush.

@@AndrewFolts ya not sure, exchanged them for a different Primus model. I have the Motus Strength which has similar design but there is no stiching on the back pull thing on the inside.

Yep, I get 44's in pretty much every barefoot brand. 28.3 cm minus 26.7 cm leaves 1.63 cm for me (a half inch, or one thumbnail's length), which is how much room you want at the end of the shoe.

@@AndrewFolts what size are your 5 finger shoes?

@@mysense7005 Often I'll size down to 43 with Vibram's, because they're meant to be worn more like a glove with your toes all the way to the end.

@@AndrewFolts thanks. Do all of your toes actually fit like that? I also use size 43, and my big toes feel kind of cramped while the rest have some space in front of them. I think that if I size up, my big toes are going to fit perfectly while the rest is going to be too loose...

@@mysense7005 Most of my toes fit snug, except for my pinky toe, which is usually a bit loose due to it being squashed from wearing pointy soccer shoes as a kid. You'll never get a perfect fit. Snug is ok, but you don't want them to feel uncomfortable.

The footbed is very wide, but the straps are inset a bit, which takes up some room, although you can set them as wide as you want.