Xero Prio Sneaker - Women's Lavender, 8.0

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I have been rotating the Prio Sneaker through trail runs, gym sessions, and casual days and the huarache inspired heel and instep strap keeps the fit locked in and secure without any of the pressure points I get from traditional athletic shoes. The 5. 5mm FeelTrue sole gives enough protection for longer efforts while keeping that ground connection that makes your feet actually feel engaged rather than just along for the ride.""The trail does not care what shoes you are wearing, but your feet do. The Xero Prio Sneaker is built around the simple idea that feet perform best when they are allowed to move the way they were designed to, bending, flexing, and feeling the ground rather than being propped up and insulated from it. Whether the plan is a trail run, a gym session, or a long afternoon on a slackline, the Prio shows up ready without making a fuss. The 5. 5mm FeelTrue rubber sole delivers genuine protection underfoot while keeping ground feedback intact, and the included 3mm insole lets you dial the feel up or down depending on the day. A huarache inspired reflective heel and instep strap wraps the foot securely with or without socks while leaving toes completely free to spread and engage naturally. At 7. 3 ounces the Prio carries almost nothing on the foot, which after a full day of activity starts to feel less like a feature and more like a revelation."

Price: $99.99 from Backcountry