WHITIN Minimalist Barefoot Sock Shoes for Women and Men | Lightweight Eco-friendlier Water Multi-Purpose & Ultra Portable

These fit and look perfect. The sole has a durable rubber that is flexible and meets my canoeing, whitewater kayaking and paddle boarding needs. They do let a bit of sand in when walking in the water along a sandy shoreline, but it is a minimal amount.

My husband loves these. Grippy, good quality & surprisingly soft and comfortable.

My husband adores these, thick sole and comfortable for the barefoot feeling. Great quality w amazing grip. I do recommend for active ppl

I bought these "sock/shoes" specifically for use in the house for which they have been wonderful. I have also used them minimally on the patio and around the yard with zero problems. The bottom is 'rubberized' with a very sturdy covering that offers very good protection from uneven surfaces and a level of waterproof protection. The bottom has a very grippy finish so you have little fear of slipping on tile or slick surfaces. The upper portion is a stretchy but strong material that is sock-like but more durable. Personally, I would not go for a wilderness hike or wander into a construction site with these, but I don't believe this is their intended purpose. They are comfortable, fit well (I bought a size up) and provide very good protection for my otherwise 'tender' feet. I will revisit this review with longevity and durability updates as necessary.

Bought the green ones for $40 in March. First time buying any kind of minimalist shoes. On one hand, they are very comfortable. They're essentially socks with a rubber sole that wraps around the feet a little. I can throw them on as fast as putting on sandals, but they're warmer, so perfect for spring around here. I've used them to go on walks in the neighbourhood, and they worked well. I don't know how "barefoot-like" minimalist shoes can get, but I'd say the feeling of the ground is about half-way between being barefoot and being in typical running shoes. You'll be able to walk on small rocks with these that you'd avoid if you were barefoot. The cons is that they breathe very poorly, so they get warm. They work better in colder weather. Due to getting warm, the feet gets clammy. And due to the rubber not breathing well, a smell can develop. They look ok, but I can't say that they look great. The rubber going around the feet makes them look odd I think. I see them as a temporary solution for me. If I'm not going to be walking barefoot, then I'd rather do it in something with a more conventional look. I may edit my review when I get more usage out of them. I saw that the more popular similar product, the Skinners, are supposed to only last 100 miles, which seems very low to me. If you walk 10 km a week, that's only 16 weeks of usage.