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A lightweight, flexible sandal that balances protection and ground feel for warm-weather use
Xero Shoes says:
The Z-Trail EV offers the perfect combination of lightweight protection, natural flexibility, durability, versatility, style and affordability. Life-changing comfort and superior performance come from letting your feet do what’s natural – bend, move, flex and feel.
Our Verdict
The Z-Trail EV Sandals weigh 133g per shoe and offer minimal options, with an adjustable strap system that holds the foot securely. The wide, open shape gives plenty of space for toes to move comfortably.
Underfoot, the soles provide a good balance between protection and ground feel, making them suitable for light trails, campsite use and general travel. The tread offers reliable grip on dry paths and compact ground. The open design allows excellent airflow and dries quickly after water crossings.
They pack down easily into a rucksack and work well as a simple, versatile option for camp.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Lightweight protection that feels just right - The Z-Trail EV features an updated 11 mm FeelLite™ sole with a middle layer of TrailFoam™ and an updated dual chevron lug pattern that offers the best combination of comfort, protection, and trail-ready traction while still allowing you to bend, move, flex, and feel the terrain beneath your feet.
- Life Changing Comfort - Life-changing comfort and superior performance come from letting your feet do what’s natural – bend, move, flex and feel. All Xero Shoes feature a wider, foot-shaped toe box that lets your toes spread and relax, a non-elevated “zero drop” heel for proper posture, low-to-the-ground design for perfect balance and agility, and a flexible sole that gives you “just right” protection so you can bend, move, flex, and Live Life Feet First!
- Made from earth & vegan-friendly materials. - The Z-Trail EV eliminates 70% of the unnecessary materials used in modern sports sandals – and because its soft, tubular quick-dry webbing is made from nylon sourced from recycled water bottles, it’s even better for the planet than before!
- 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: 133g
- Sole thickness: 11m
- Total stack height: 11m
- The zero-drop sole allows for natural movement
Material & Construction
- Upper: Polyester elastic cord lacing upper with soft toe post
- Laces: Polyester Lacing
- Outsole: Minimal rubber outsole with EVA inset
