- Are these truly barefoot shoes?
- Yes. They have a wide toe box, zero drop from heel to toe and a thin, flexible rubber sole with no stiff shank, so your foot moves as it would barefoot.
- Will they keep my feet dry in snow and rain?
- The upper is treated as waterproof and handles rain, slush and light snow. Deep puddles or long wet exposure can still soak through seams, so treat them as winter sneakers, not rubber boots.
- How do they fit compared with regular sneakers?
- The toe box is wider than a standard sneaker, so most people take their usual size and get extra room up front. If you are between sizes or wear thick winter socks, consider sizing up.
- Are they warm enough for freezing weather?
- The upper blocks wind and wet, but the thin sole insulates little from frozen ground. They work for cold commutes and errands; for long hours outdoors in deep winter, a lined boot is warmer.
- Do they have removable insoles?
- The polyurethane insole can be taken out, which lets you swap in a warmer or thinner one and gives extra room for thick socks.
- What are they best used for?
- City walking, commuting and everyday wear in cold, wet weather. They are not built for hiking, running or standing all day on concrete.
- Where is the Hobibear Ash Winter Barefoot Shoes cheapest?
- At Hobibear, for $46.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Hobibear Ash Winter Barefoot Shoes?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including hobibear, eBay, Hobibear.