Feldom

I found in the Feldom a barefoot shoe with a substantial outsole. This provides me with protection from occasional trail running but primarily from running on pavement. While random ground objects can sometimes cause pain and instability on flat surfaces with barefoot style shoes, my major problem is foot fatigue on longer runs as the outsoles tend to be thin and flat. With the Feldom's larger and thicker tread, there is no foot fatigue as the "cushion" is from the outsole (not from a soft midsole or insert) and this does not affect the barefoot feel. I've put 260 miles on them with barely any wear.

The first gen Feldom is one of my all time Freet favorites, immediately very comfortable with terrific ground feel and flexibility. The fit as expected, the 38 was perfect on my 238 x 96 feet. So far I've hiked and played disc golf and have been quite pleased with their performance and feel, effortlessly connected to the environment. I think I've figured out Freet's sizing chart, so as long as I order what the chart says, my foot measurement plus 5 or so mm) and also check the recommendations (consider sizing up/down/order your regular size) they fit great. Shoe width is 6 or mm bigger than the insole. Most Freets at size 38 will fit 88 to 96 or sometimes even 98mm in width. I wish Freet listed a fitting width range in their sizing charts. Anyway, completely pleased and will order more Freet shoes.

First the fit was great as far as length. I'm 24.2 cm in length and the 39 was just what I expected. I am 9.8 cm wide and they were a bit snug for the first 20 hours of wearing, but think they'll wear in just fine though if I had a magic wand I would make them a few mms wider. That said I do think they will be perfect for my outdoor adventures here in the high desert of Oregon.

Second, I really like the way they feel and I think they look even better than they do on the website. Smart, up scale and utterly sporty. I actually think I like the vibe and fabric of the Feldom better than the Feldom 2.

This is my most minimalistic trailshoe. Took me 3 tries for sizing, but finally got a good fit. I took it out for a run on mixed surfaces. It is a great "all rounder" as reviewed. I'm being careful to slowly grow with this shoe. Very happy having it in my shoe lineup to help strengthen my feet and add variety.

A good looking shoe that should wear well. These were comfortable out of the box and fitted well. They seem a little narrower than my Connect 3s but my feet had plenty of room. The lacing is good, and actually stays knotted.

I was hoping that the slightly more aggressive lugged sole on these would work well in mucky conditions. They certainly offered more grip in wet mud than the Connect 3s but not enough to offer confidence on steeper terrain. Where they do shine is on wet grass. However, the deeper lugs also result in a bit less feel of the ground. On hardpack and solid (not loose) dry rock I do prefer the feedback I get in the Connect 3s.

On balance, these are nice shoes that I will happily wear until they wear out. However, I wanted to test this sole before purchasing hiking boots, since a shoe with the most aggressive lugs wasn’t available in my size; based on my actual experience I won’t be bothering with the hikers.

I’m genuinely impressed with these shoes.

I bought them specifically for an active two-week holiday in the Belgian Ardennes, and I’ve really put them to the test.

I’ve worn them on long hikes over rocky and uneven trails, steep climbs and descents, through forests and straight into the river. I also wore them at Adventure Valley for via ferrata, high ropes courses and caving, where grip and being able to place my feet accurately really mattered. I even used them for mountain biking.

So far I’ve walked around 20 km in them over three proper hikes, including a route with ladders and rocky sections and another with more than 200 metres of descent. They feel extremely light and flexible, while still giving me the grip and confidence I need on rough terrain.

The biggest test was the water. I spent about an hour walking and swimming in the Semois while wearing them. On another day I walked another couple of kilometres after getting them completely wet. They handled it brilliantly.

I wear them with thin merino socks, which has turned out to be a great combination. My feet stay comfortable, my toes have plenty of room, and I haven’t had any blisters or pressure points.

I normally prefer walking barefoot whenever possible, so I wanted a shoe that protects my feet from sharp rocks, stones and forest debris without feeling like a heavy hiking shoe. These come very close to exactly what I was looking for.

After hiking, climbing, via ferrata, caving, mountain biking, swimming and walking through rivers in them, I can confidently say these are proper all-round outdoor shoes rather than something I would only use for hiking.

I bought them for the Ardennes, but I’ll definitely keep using them when I get home.

Highly recommended, especially if you love the freedom of walking barefoot but still need protection and grip when the terrain gets rough.

Great color and fit.

Please never discontinue them, all black color especially appreciated. My whole family wears them for a few years already. Feldom model is good for everything, from hiking mountains and Grand Canyon to going to school, to work, to running to go out and travel.

They are very comfortable. It was a present surprise. The only thing is that I am a 41 in all my shoes and with this brand I might have to be 41,5. They are a bit tight

Thank you for my Feldman barefoot shoes. They came in time and I am very pleased how comfortable they are! Thank you very much!

A bit to much like a plimpsole, your other products slide on and off the feet easy, these you have to loosen laces quite a lot to get yourfeet in they are an unusual shape compared to the other freet I have purchased

Ze zitten zalig en het bewegen van de voeten is ontspannend

A great multi terrain shoe. The toe box is nice and roomy, can wear toe socks easily. They give just the right amount of cushioning on hard trails without compromising ground feel. Jane was helpful assisting me with sizing questions. I have the Howgill, and Feldom size is the same.

I needed a pair of shoes for the gym that had more structural support than my Kelds, so I ordered the Feldom. These were pretty comfortable right out of the box. That's what I love about all the Freets I've purchased over the past 4 years, there's no break-in period. These have been great during my workouts and when I need to do city walking.

Excellent. Good grip. Up to the usual excellent Freet standards

Very comfy and stylish. Bought in sale so only black available which is a bit bland and dowdy , but good price to try out barefoot shoes as working from home for years wearing just socks made normal shoes difficult to balance in and felt constrictive. I'm changing all my footwear to barefoot as got on well, but won't be buying boring black. Would like to see more deep colours such as reds and less pastels. Will definitely buy more freet as great quality and styles, especially if the do more slip ons instead of laces.

Only one complain is the heal slips a little down unless tied very tight.

Scarpe veramente uniche.

Seamless confort, fresh with good terrain adherence.

The shoes are really comfortable. It is my go to shoes everywhere I go. I just wish they do a size 3.5. That would have been perfect for me.

These shoes have made my neuropathy much less painful. I was skeptical at first and thought it would not help, but I was wrong. It takes a bit to get used to them, but once you do, you will find them very worth it

The shoes are well made and durable, but the outsole is completely useless in anything but dry surfaces. I've had already enough slips and falls as to ever use them again. It's not just about wet roots or other difficult surfaces for any other shoe, it's just easy terrain with just a bit of wet, and it all becomes like slippery ice. Might be using hard enough rubber so it last very long, but what's the point if it doesn't have any grip at all, they end up being useless, at least for me, I only use them now for easy walks on dry forests, but will never again run with these, I had enough falls already

Rapid delivery, excellent shoe - lovely quality and a great price.

I run in all different types of terrain and places all over the world. Rough unmaintained back roads in the country and cobblestone streets of Europe. The aggressive tread does not disappoint and the light weight design feels amazing. I have found my go to shoes for running and look forward to trying the other styles for everyday wear.

Fantastically comfortable shoes straight out the box

Have run 100km in these and so far I'd say they were bloody brilliant. Nice and wide, very comfortable with great grip and flexibility.

I love these shoes! I have an old pair that need replacing and was happy to see them on sale. I now have a second pair ready for the spring!

I love the fit on these shoes. The forefoot is wide with plenty of room for my toes, and the midfoot isn't too narrow like some other barefoot shoes I've tried. The design of these shoes also don't make you look like you have duck shoes on too, which is great!

I bought these to replace my worn work shoes. They are very comfortable and a good fit. My last work shoes, despite being name brand, only lasted 1.5 years, hoping these will last a bit longer!