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### Barefoot Shoes Deals
One of our favorite barefoot shoe brands is also have a sale right now. If you're new to barefoot shoes, have a look at our guide to [The Best Barefoot Shoes](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-barefoot-shoes/) before you dive in feet first.
#### [Xero Z-Trail Sandals (Men's) for $56 ($24 off)](https://xeroshoes.com/shop/sandals/ztrail-men/)
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Once [my favorite shoe](https://www.wired.com/story/xero-z-trail-barefoot/) (I've since moved to the even more minimalist [Z-Trek Sandal](https://xeroshoes.com/shop/sandals/ztrek-men/)), these remain a great choice for beginners and experience barefooters alike. Think of these as the barefoot answer to Chacos. Except where Chacos are like putting tractors on your feet, the Z-Trails still flex and bend as you walk, giving your feet the freedom of movement you expect from a barefoot shoe. The kids Z Trails are also a [great deal at $30 ($30 off)](https://xeroshoes.com/shop/sandals/ztrail-kids/).
#### [Xero HFS II Lightweight Road Runner for $84 ($36 off)](https://xeroshoes.com/shop/shoes/hfs-men/)
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the HFS is [our favorite barefoot shoe](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-barefoot-shoes/#5fa2d9c49d236583d3ba9988) for running on human-made surfaces like concrete and asphalt. It as a bit of extra cushion that's nice when you're pounding the pavement (although you shouldn't be pounding anything when running barefoot). These are comfortable and durable, and they offer about 7 millimeters of padding to soften the impact of hard surfaces.
#### [Xero Mesa Trail II for $84 ($36 off)](https://xeroshoes.com/shop/shoes/mesa-trail-men/)
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If you want a heavier lug sole for hiking on rough ground but don't want a full boot, Xero's Mesa Trail II are a good choice. They can also double as trail runners when you want to move faster.The price varies a lot by color so it's worth clicking around. If you don't mind the red pair, they can be had for $36.
#### [Xero Tari Boot (Women's) for $108 ($27 off)](https://xeroshoes.com/shop/boots/tari/)
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The Tari is our top pick for a solid winter boot. My daughter has worn these for two years now everywhere from the icy, windy Colorado plains to the wind-swept Outer Banks and had toasty toes throughout. While technically a slip-on, it does have an adjustable strap that runs from the top of the arch, down to the sole, and then through a buckle near the back, which means you can snug it down a little if you need to.
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