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78%
7mm
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Barefoot trail huarache sandal with 7mm Vibram sole and custom footbed, toebox, and straps.
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Summary: Barefoot running and hiking sandals with 5mm Vibram sole, open straps, ankle buckle, synhetic footbed, semi-aggressive tread for trail, and wide, foot-shaped toebox.
The Ruivo Vege by Monk Sandals is an affordable lightweight barefoot sandal for men and women designed in Poland with great overall versatility.
Overall:
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Thickness | 5mm | |||
medium sole with moderate ground feel and protection. | ||||
Flexibility | Great | |||
lots of flex and balanced agility. | ||||
Width | Wide | |||
supports natural toe splay and movement. | ||||
Drop | 0mm | |||
flat sole for natural balanced movement. | ||||
Cushion | None | |||
no foam or limit on sensitivity. |
The Monk Sandals Ruivo Vege has a wide foot-shaped toebox, thin 5mm outsole, great flexibility, and minimal tread, and is made with vibram, rubber, synthetic, and vegan materials.
Price:
Demographic | M/W | |||
men, women | ||||
Sizing | True | |||
runs true, order your normal size. | ||||
Materials | 4 | |||
vibram, rubber, synthetic, vegan | ||||
Toebox | Natural | |||
foot-shaped toebox for natural toe splay. |
The Monk Sandals Ruivo Vege provides great breathability, is not water-resistant, has a minimal tread that can last for 3000 miles, and is ideal for hiking and trail running in warm and hot climates.
Durability:
Breathability | Great | |||
stays mostly dry in mild climates. | ||||
Waterproofing | None | |||
no protection in wet conditions. | ||||
Climate | 50–100º F | |||
warm, hot | ||||
Activities | 2 | |||
hiking, trail running |
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