Vivobarefoot Primus Asana Review | Worth the Price?
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The Vivobarefoot Primus Asana is designed to be a warm weather-friendly barefoot shoe that can also be used in light active settings.
As a fan of the Vivobarefoot Primus shoe line, I was excited to put the Primus Asana. Granted, the higher price point was a little tough to get behind at first.
In my Vivobarefoot Primus Asana review, I'll cover multiple topics to help you decide if these are worth investing in for your needs.
0:00 Primus Asana Pros
2:33 Primus Asana Cons
4:36 Performance
7:31 Price
8:22 Who are these best for?
9:18 Primus Asana Sizing
10:29 Weight, Drop, and Insole
10:54 Construction
12:24 Final Thoughts
Overall, I've enjoyed the Vivobarefoot Primus Asana and the performance they have to offer.
This model somewhat feels like a blend of the Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III and the Geo Court models, which I like for different reasons.
If you want the Primus Asana for warm weather days and some casual training, I could see this model being a good pick for your needs.
Other than that, you could definitely find other barefoot shoes for better price points if you want something for daily wear and serious training.
If you have additional questions on the Vivobarefoot Primus Asana, drop a comment below or reach out to me on Instagram (@jake_boly or @that_fit_friend)!
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Primus Asana is a fantastic shoe! Great for lifting and casual wear, also looks really aesthetic
I agree, Think it’s Vivos best looking model. I wish I went obsidian!
These would be great to wear in the summer time at work and casual wear
Yeah, that’s pretty much the context where I prefer them best, too!
Great review! I picked up a pair of Asanas in Limestone-size 43. I have five other pairs of Vivos, and 43 is perfect in each case. But for the Asanas, I almost wish I’d sized down. Definitely long, and a little loose around the ankle too. Not so off that I bothered to return them. Just not perfect. They still feel great to walk in. But I can’t help but wonder if 42 would have been a better call.
Thank you! Low-key, I feel that way about every Primus model I buy, too 😬
how have they been? do they get dirty easily in that color?
Good review👍 maybe I missed it somewhere but I’m curious about the width. Are they similar to the Lites or wider? Thanks!
Thank you! Yep. Super similar last constructions!
Really great review. would believe i have the Xeros 360, Prio, Daylight Hiker Fusion and Xcursion Fusion? that’s a lot of clown shoes!!! I also like the Xeros TerraFlex but don’t have it.
Thank you!
I have the TerraFlex model, but haven't found the time to put together the review. On my never ending to-do, LOL.
Hi Jake, first time coming across your video and channel. I’m not sure if you’re still reading and replying to comments, but I want to ask if you can please provide alternatives to the two cons that you’ve mentioned? You mentioned 1) it’s not the best daily wear shoes and 2) not the best for performances. Do you have recommendations for what’s the best for daily wear for all seasons? And another recommendation for what is the best performance? (I did see you have a few videos for best for cross fit, best for lifting, etc, so I can check those videos out.)
Thanks in advance!
I'm always reading and replying, that's a promise you'll always have on this channel.
A few models to check out: Primus Lite III, Tolos Archetype 1.0, Groundies Active, and Motus Strength if you want a shoe straight for performance!
Good video Jake, which training shoe do you recommend I buy?
Nike Metcon 8
UA Project Rock 5
UA Tribase Reign 4
Nike Zoom metcon turbo 2
I want something that lasts and is comfortable, I want to buy 2
Thank you!
UA TriBase Reign 4 or PR 5 would be go my go-to's here. TBR4 is my first pick, though!
@@thatfitfriend thank you
Hey!
I will order theye tomorrow,they look dope!
I would just like an advice,usually i wear 45 size,i got primus lite 3 for the last 2 years..they served me well but there is defenetly a look of free space around my toes and heel...its allright but i wish tried size down 44 and now i am thinking to get these in 44 but i wonder how tight is the knit sround the ankle,do you feel that is too tight or its okay? And i see primus lite 3 and asanas habe a pretty similar sizing and shape,any thoughts on sizing down or not?
Thanks!
44 is the move for sure!
Think you'll be happier with that size. Let me know which you go with and keep me posted!
Thoughts about these Asana's vs Primus Lite Knits? Also - I'm perfect width wise in a 41 of Primus Trail III AW with no real play in the heel - though plenty of toe box (read: length) room. For both Asana's and Knits you talk about extra length and sizing down. If I'm good width wise in 41, I'm a bit nervous to size down even though width is plenty already - tried 40 in the Trail III AW and they were definitely snug, and just barely touching toe on the front. Thoughts on sizing?
Nah, you should be okay with the 41 in these, too! All Primus models are pretty dang similar.
Either or you should be solid with!
Hey man! I bought the primus lite 3’s in a 10 and noticed I had way too much room length wise. Safe bet to size down to a 9 for the primus asanas?
@@alectillman8956 yep! Classic Primus models running long af
I got this shoe recently and I like it too. I also found it to be a little long. The wrapping around the heel can be a little hard/noticeable in thin socks for me. Overall though its nice and a discount was definitely needed for me to get these .
Exactly where my head is at with them, too. Glad you're enjoying them and got a discount!
@@thatfitfriend Thanks! Ive got an odd question but do you wear any particular socks. I'm trying to find some good daily wear socks. Ive tried injinji toe socks and Feetures merino10 wool socks so far.
@@AlvaTheSpurned check out the Mottee&Zconia socks on Amazon!
They’re cost-efficient and perform well. Should last you a solid 4-6 months and only cost 15ish bucks so they’re an easy option to re-up on 😎
@@thatfitfriend thanks! I’ll grab a pair now
@@AlvaTheSpurned Keep me posted on how you like them!
I just got a pair for Christmas and I think I should have sized down. I ordered a size 11 (based off the print out chart) but it's really loose unless I wear winter socks with it. I wish I had a place to compare a size 10 before I go through the whole process of returning and reordering...
This is my main gripe, too. I buy and review them for a living and constantly have issues with Primus models. Feel your pain, bro
@@thatfitfriend Thanks for the quick reply! I've been binging your vivo videos trying to figure it out. I'm a natural 10.5 in adidas, so I'm right on that bubble I feel. I have a pair of Primus Lites in 10s coming a reference. If those are slightly tight, do you think 10's in the asanas would still be ok?
@@thirdmort I think so - the Asana's knit upper give them a little more wiggle room in that regard, but it's tough to say definitively since the Primus line can vary a bit. Keep me posted, dude!
Asked you before regarding the Motus strength model, but how does this wear compared to Primus Lite? That model is way too long for the size.
Similar sizing, I find all of the Primus models to be pretty dang similar regarding length. These are most similar to Primus lite knit
Are the vivobarefoot primus trail fg ii's good training and running shoes and are they more of a transition shoe than a true barefoot shoe?
They can be decent for those contexts. I wouldn't call them an in-between shoe even though they do have a bit more sole to them for foot protection while hiking/trail running etc.!
For an in-betweener, I'd look into something like the Lems Primal 2!
Managed to get a pair in obsidian before they sold out, was worried the fit would run large compared to Geos but they are good for me
Heck yeah! I wish I went Obsidian low-key.
@@thatfitfriend I missed out on the indigo and whites (sold out quick) so I was checking for stock and saw they released obsidian and I fomo bought, glad I did.
@@davidmcgowan1756 very nice! I'm testing the Geo Court III atm. It's....interesting.
@@thatfitfriend nice I didn’t know there were 3’s. I am waiting for my Barebarics Zoom delivery (all black for work)
@@davidmcgowan1756 I still need to try them! Keep me posted on your thoughts 🤝
I'm new to barefoot shoes and the sizing is really tripping my out, usually i'm a US 10.5 and it's caused my sizing to be completely confused on which to order for this shoes (returning won't be an option because of where i live).
go for a us 10
Agreed, go 10. Vivo typically run long to begin with.
Which brand do you prefer fluxfootwear or vivobarefoot ?
Depends as they're both pretty different from one another. Vivo are true barefoot shoes whiles the Flux have a bit of cushion. If you're new to minimalist shoes, the Flux can be a good option and work as a transition shoe.
However, for true barefoot shoe asks/needs, I go Vivo.
Is this the Primus Asana or Primus Asana 2?
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@@thatfitfriend gotcha thanks :)
I like vivos but they make the shoes so long and not wide enough. :(
Feels
why so expensive?
Typical Vivobarefoot. Some say it’s because they’re “premium”, I say it’s because there aren’t enough competitors at their level to make pricing more competitive.
I agree with what you wrote.
The worst thing is that the shoes are not of American or European production.
They are made in Asia.
the lowest possible production cost.
All profit for the brand. The quality of the product is not the best at all.
I'm waiting for the time when the shape of the shoe will be "normal".
I don't mind buying expensive as long as it goes with quality and manufacturing in developed countries.
Not for a bowl of rice in Asia.
I try to constructively criticize these shoes, because paradoxically they are the best ...
But expensive because there is no competition