Zelen

Summary: Barefoot cross-training with a breathable mesh upper, medium toebox, and firm ground tread.

1. Overview

The Zelen by Xero Shoes is an affordable lightweight barefoot shoe for men and women designed in the United States with great overall versatility.

Overall:

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Basic Details

  • Thin: [5mm] sole for proper ground feel.
  • Flex: [excellent] bend for natural movement.
  • Width: [medium] foot-shaped toebox for splay.
  • Zero-Drop: [0mm] same height in front/back.
  • Barefoot: [feels] like being fully barefoot.

2. Features

The Xero Shoes Zelen has a medium foot-shaped toebox, thin 5mm outsole, excellent flexibility, and firm ground tread, and is made with vegan, synthetic, recycled, rubber, and mesh materials.

Price:

$$

Specifications

  • Gender: [men/women] in multiple styles.
  • Materials: [synthetic] vegan, recycled, rubber, mesh.
  • Toebox: [foot-shaped] for natural toe splay.
  • Insole: [thin] removable.
  • Volume: [medium] for raised arches.

3. Performance

The Xero Shoes Zelen provides excellent breathability, is not water-resistant, has a minimal tread that can last for 5000+ miles, and is ideal for road running, court, walking, and gym in hot, warm, and cold climates.

Durability:

5000+ miles

Specifications

  • Airflow: [excellent] breathable/wicking.
  • Water: [not] for wet terrain.
  • Activities: [4] road running, court, walking, gym.
  • Climate: [3] hot, warm, cold.

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