Chaco is taking minimalism to a whole new level.
So light you鈥檒l barely even notice it, the new Barefoot Z strips has zero unnecessary features. In fact, the sandal lacks what some walkers might consider essentials, including a traditional midsole and outsole. 聽
Forgoing the restrictive design cues of most shoes, the Barefoot Z securely holds your big toe in place with Chaco’s jacquard webbing. It鈥檚 a true paleo design that鈥攗nless you鈥檙e feeling masochistic鈥攊s best suited to mowed lawns, patios, and your living room. But diehard minimalist runners will likely appreciate this sandal鈥檚 barefoot feel and will take it up and over gnarly passes. 聽 聽 聽
鈥淭he Barefoot Z, to me, represents the culmination of a quarter-century of Chacos鈥 research and development of the ultimate sport sandal,鈥 notes Chaco Ambassador, Brendan Leonard. 鈥淚鈥檝e worn mine for hiking, trail running, bouldering, and even a few pitches of ice climbing. Really, if you want to go truly light and fast in the mountains, I don鈥檛 know why you鈥檇 wear anything else. Including clothing.鈥
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