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Minimalist and Backpacking Footwear
In this guide, we’ll explore the primary categories of footwear for backpacking and hiking, including minimalist footwear, examining their unique benefits, limitations, and use cases.
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Minimalist Footwear and Trail Running Shoes for Hiking and Backpacking
A curated guide to Backpacking Light resources about minimalist footwear (e.g., trail running shoes for hiking and backpacking) – gear, skills, podcasts, forums, research, education, product recommendations, and more.
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FS: Xero Shoes Women’s Z-Trek Size 5
I bought these sandals new for $60 while experimenting with zero drop. Wore them a couple times in NYC before realizing that my arches are just too low for shoes…
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Xero Shoes Cloud Sandal (Men’s 10)
Used for a couple trips as a camp shoe. PP F&F or +3%. Shipping included.
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FS: Xero Mesa trail shoes size 10 SOLD
For sale a brand new pair of Xero Mesa Trail shoes in size 10 – color Desert brown. New, never used. I got two pairs one size 10 and one…
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New Women’s Xero Shoes Xcursion Fusion (10.5)
These are new, unused size 10.5 women’s waterproof minimalist hiking boots. Price includes free shipping in CONUS.  PayPal & Venmo are accepted.  List price is $150.
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Xero – Men’s TerraFlex Trail Running and Hiking Shoe – Size 11 – Like New
Size 11 US SOLD Used for one hike (approximately 4 miles) – Excellent condition. – No Box Due to PF, my foot doctor recommended against a zero drop shoe so…
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XERO Trail Mesa Women’s 10.5- Muddy Rose
XERO Mesa Trail- Women’s 10.5- Muddy Rose Practically brand new, only worn 2x around the neighborhood and 1x for a 5 mile hike. A bit too big for me. Shipping…
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XERO Trail Mesa- Women’s- Too slippery
I want to love these shoes, I really do! They are very comfortable, almost like walking on clouds compared to the other barefoot style shoes I’m comfortable in, but out…
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Xero Shoes Mesa Trail
A minimalist shoe offering unusually good durability. Zero drop and a minimal stack height + roomy toebox makes is a solid combo for those who like the barefoot feel and style but need the protective comfort of a full shoe.
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Xero Shoes Alpine Snow Boot Review (First Looks)
The Xero Shoes Alpine Snow Boot is a flexible, insulated, waterproof, zero-drop footwear option for minimalist shoe lovers who still want warm feet in cold and snowy conditions.
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Xero Shoes Mesa Trail Review
The Xero Shoes Mesa Trail (8.5 oz / 241 g, $119.99) is a minimalist trail runner best used for fastpacking. Huarache-inspired straps on the midfoot and instep allow for precisely dialed fit without causing compression.
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Xero TerraFlex Review
This Xero Terraflex review features shoes that should interest both trail runners and ultralight hikers looking for a true minimalist shoe option for rugged terrain: super-flexible sole, zero drop, some cushioning, and very good traction.
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