Vivobarefoot Men's Drake Mid Top Boot

Having used the Nike Free Series, and later the Vibram Five Fingers, I've made the decision to transit to wearing shoes that lean towards 'barefoot' tendencies more than a decade ago. I've worn them mostly for my runs, wanting to be more conscious about the weight of my pace and, with that awareness, endeavour in reducing them over time. My point is, if you are new to this, you'll, nonetheless, be able to appreciate how its lighter soles and bigger cut at the toes area makes for a refreshing break from the other mainstream thinner shaped and higher soled shoes. But if, like me, you had been moving towards barefoot running for a while, you'll love that these shoes complement and complete Vivobarefoot Men's Drake Mid Top Boot, Dark Grey, 41 EU/8.5-9 US  your 'barefoot' lifestyle during casual, and even some formal, situations. My only gripe is the shoelaces' length, but this is a merely personal preference. It's still a great product, and probably the best for the barefoot user that seeks a pair for everyday use.

I have another pair of shoes from Vivobarefoot in the same size, but the Drake Mid Top Boot is much more snug over the top of the foot and in length. I wear this shoe without any laces at all and the snugness is still noticeable. I would go a half or full size larger if I were to purchase it again.I still love this shoe.

I was hesitant about Vivobarefoot shoes because in many of the pictures I've seen online, the shoe toebox seems too big and a bit clown-shoeish. The Drake's design masks the size of the toe box. It's still roomy, but from the outside looks like a normal shoe. They are by far the most comfortable shoes I own, and pretty darn cool looking - I'm pretty sure I somehow know how to skateboard when I wear em.One note, after a few weeks some of the the stitching between the sole and the suede is coming undone - I might dab some super glue at the stitching to slow it down. But still - so comfy. I usually wear a 9-10 shoe, and the 42 fits perfect.

This is my fourth pair of Vivos. What can I say - I tried on some other pairs of minimalist shoes - Merrell and Sanuk to name a couple. There is no comparison to Vivo Barefoot for that feeling the ground, yet comfortable "slipper" feeling. Yes, it's true, Vivos will not last ten years but if you wear them frequently, you'll get a couple good years out of them. Definitely worth the investment for shoes that feel darn good. The Drakes I particularly like because they work well in an office environment.

this shoe doesnt provide good arch support because it's meant for people that dont want any support! you can feel the ground, you can feel the cracks. its as if you're barefoot! i love the design and the red tag on the back really helps with putting the shoe on. its very lightweight! my only concern about this is the white rubber part on front of the shoe. it's not really even and doesn't match on both sides, that's just probably my OCD talking tho. but you'll notice the difference when you get your order

As always, these Vivobarefoot shoes are very comfortable and light, like you're not wearing anything! It would be nice for the shoes to have a little ventilation as in summer in the south, it can get quite hot and sweaty in this style of footwear.

The shoes fit great until they start falling apart. They feel like you're wearing almost nothing. I've worn mine about five days a week for four months until they started falling apart and getting discolored. I don't know who thought it would be a good idea to have a light sole on the shoe but it gets really dirty very quickly and becomes very obvious within a matter of a week

I was worried about all the lack of durability reviews, but these Drakes are sooo comfortable. Now I'm not sure if I care that they won't last. I think my feet found their new home. Love these shoes.