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A lightweight, packable sandal that delivers a natural feel with enough grip and comfort for varied use
Xero Shoes says:
Take the Aqua Cloud on your next wet or dry adventure, and you’ll be on cloud nine. This update to our iconic Cloud sandal is perfect for water sports with its new more durable, grippier, rubber sole, we also extended the BareFoam™ footbed through the heel for additional comfort.
Our Verdict
At 132g per shoe, the Aqua Cloud keeps things minimal, with a thin sole that gives a clear sense of the ground while still offering basic protection. The adjustable lace system allows a secure fit once dialled in, though it benefits from a bit of initial tweaking.
The updated sole provides improved grip, and the flexible design moves naturally with the foot.
Comfort is simple but effective, with just enough cushioning to take the edge off harder surfaces. They dry quickly and handle water well, making them useful around rivers. They are a great option for a long-distance trail, ideal as camp shoes, heading to shower blocks, and practical for river crossings, too.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Trail Foam™ Soles:Because of the TrailFoam™ in the Aqua Cloud, these need a bit of extra attention. Do not leave the sandals in hot cars or exposed to intense or direct sunlight. This could cause the TrailFoam™ to deform and is not covered by our warranty.
- Easy Lacing System: Our patented easy lacing system eliminates the pressure points traditional thong sandals create while giving you the security you’d expect from all Xero Shoes.
- Lightweight Protection: The Aqua Cloud features our flexible, durable FeelTrue® sole with improved traction and a grippier rubber for extra grip during your favorite water sports. The embedded, textured 3mm BareFoam™ layer now spans the entire footbed for added comfort, and the shaped heel cup helps keep out debris.
- FeelTrue rubber sole: The Pagosa’s 4mm thick FeelTrue™ rubber sole gives you the just-right combination of protection and ground feel.
Specifications
- Weight per UK8 shoe: 132g
- Stack height: 3mm
- Best for: Water sports (they float), casual, road running
- Sole thickness: 6.5mm
- The zero-drop sole allows for natural movement!
Material & Construction
- Upper: Polyester elastic cord lacing upper with soft toe post
- Outsole: Minimal rubber outsole
