Verdict
The 'safe pick' barefoot brand. We always come back to them.
Best for
Office workers who need one barefoot brand for everything.
Not for
Hardcore ground-feel purists.
+ Pros
- +Most polished barefoot dress shoes
- +Strong Active running line
- +Wide range
− Cons
- −Sole slightly thicker than purist brands
Where to buy
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