Crafted with velvety soft suede, gusseted tongue, fur lining, and a two-layer open-cell PU insole, the Telluride Boot is the ultimate choice for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a barefoot feel with unbeatable comfort. I come from a sport leisure perspective when I say this – other Vivobarefoot shoes are classy and elegant looking. Been thinking a lot about that lately, but seems like Vivo is heading in the right direction with the recycled version!

The second generation Magna Trail retains the same design and swaps out the Corduroy branded nylon and neoprene liner with a similar textile for the body and knitted sock upper. The multi-directional lugs are shallow compared with traditional hiking boots, but plenty deep enough to provide great grip on rocky surfaces. The second generation offers more specialised options depending on which way you shift from urban to nature exploration, but the Magna Trail is a staple that hits the sweet spot nicely and is well worth the premium for bare feet health, design and construction. If you’ve got questions about the best Vivobarefoot shoe for you, then please just drop a comment and I’ll be glad to hit you up ASAP!Though the sock-fit helps to make your feet feel secure in the boots and protected from grit etc getting into the boots, it also means that it takes a little more effort to get them on and off than I would prefer.

I’d say they’re fairly rugged and will last a couple years with casual/regular use – save for the laces. The Magna Trail II FG shoe is equipped with a knitted knitted ankle sock for natural breathability and temperature regulation. Plus, there is a rubber toe protector on the outside of the shoes — a nice addition to make your feet feel a little more protected in the minimalist shoes.Plus, they’re so far from what I’m used to wearing to hike in that I was worried they’d leave me limping my way back to the trailhead never wanting to hike again. Removeable liner aids in drying and enables you to adapt the liner depending on activity level and temperature. A little super glue can fix the minor parts and I would say it’s withstood better than what may have been with normal shoes. The dense Corduroy material means I can walk through high puddles of water and get these soaked under heavy rain with no sweat… or soggy feet.