Product Questions - Before you buy
Are Xero Shoes good for plantar fasciitis?
We would love to give you personal advice, but we are not doctors and can’t give a specific answer or medical advice. However, we’ve written a few blog posts about plantar fasciitis that you might find helpful:. https://xeroshoes.com/blogs/blog/tips-
Are your shoes vegan-friendly?
At Xero Shoes, our mission is to help people experience the benefits — and the comfort and fun — of natural movement. Whenever possible, we design our products using vegan-friendly materials.However, some styles include leather or suede components to
Are your shoes “zero drop” (non-elevated heel)?
Yes, all of our shoes and sandals are zero-drop. That means the heel isn’t higher than the ball of the foot, for proper posture.
Can I use orthotics with your shoes?
Since our soles are flat, with no built-in arch support, they’re probably the best shoe to use if you decide to add an orthotic.So you know, though, our shoes are intentionally designed to let your feet bend, flex, and move naturally. Research shows
Can I wear CorrectToes with your shoes?
We’ve heard from a number of customers who wear CorrectToes with their Xero Shoes. Most of them are wearing the product with our sandals, but we know of some who wear CorrectToes with our closed-toe shoes also. It will depend, in part, about your foo
Can your shoes be used for grounding/earthing?
While our shoes are low to the ground for balance and agility, and flexible enough to let your feet bend and move naturally, our shoes are not electrically conductive. We have heard from some customers who made their Xero Shoes conductive by putting
Do your shoes have arch support?
Xero Shoes are designed to let your feet move naturally — bend, flex, and respond to the ground the way they’re meant to. Instead of built-in arch support, our shoes have a flexible, low-profile design that allows the muscles in your feet to do the w
What size should I order?
We recommend starting with your usual size, but here are a few general guidelines to help you decide:. Wear a whole size? Stick with your regular size. If you typically wear a half size (like a 8.5, 9.5), consider going up to the next whole size when
What’s the temperature rating for your shoes?
We find that temperature ratings aren’t very accurate. They vary greatly depending on environmental factors such as humidity, activity level, and typical regional weather (a Tennessee snowstorm can feel quite different from one in Colorado). Below is
Where are your shoes made?
We design all of our shoes here in Colorado, USA. Xero Shoes are made in China. We like to say, “responsibly, ethically, and fairly-made in China.”. We visit and work with the factories multiple times per year. We also have an on-the-ground manufactu
Which Xero Shoes is best for what I do?
Every time we release a shoe for some specific purpose, like the Speed Force II for running, we find that people will do just about anything in it – from hiking to slacklining to weightlifting or using as a day to day shoe. Trust me, we don’t want to
Will you ever make more sizes or certain shoes? What about a women’s version of a men’s shoe, or a men’s version of a women’s shoe?
Email [email protected] if you have a suggestion or request for a specific shoe, color, or size. The more demand we have, the greater our ability to make more shoes (this includes making men’s versions of our women’s shoes and visa versa). The wo
Will you make more kid’s sizes and styles?
Currently, our kids’ sizes range from Little Kids 6–11 and Big Kids Y12–Y4. After Y4, the next size up would be a Women’s 6, which is about a half size larger than a Y4. If your child wears a Youth 5 or larger, they may be able to transition into our
My kids would love brighter colors! Will you make these?
The more demand we have for particular shoes or colors, the more we’re able to offer. Email [email protected] with your suggestions if you’d like to see a certain color or style.
Insole Measurements & Fit
Insole MeasurementsThese measurements reflect the insole length for our men’s and women’s closed-toe shoes. For sandals, please refer to the sizing templates available on our sizing page!. These measurements are meant to be a helpful guide and are es
Understanding Stack Height in Xero Shoes
Stack height refers to the total amount of material between your foot and the ground. For Xero Shoes, this measurement includes the outsole, midsole, any lugs, and built-in insoles, but does not include removable insoles. In simple terms, it reflects