I've just finished making my sandals based on the three-video series, and ran a fast small round around the house!!! I'm all smiles it is so great! Thanks for sharing the instructions!!!

Great tutorial! Thanks a lot! I finished my huarache shoes in no time! Ready to run!

Excellent thank you. Just had our first walk in these on sand dunes and pebbly road. Worked great! Thank you

I just made a pair with the bottom of old navy flip flops and braided hemp rope. I Can't wait to really try them out

Wow these are fantastic .... I've been running around the country in my bare feet for years and decided to make a set of these "Huaraches" However i did mine a little differently ... I used an old leather jacket and made the strings and sole from that. So the end result looks slightly different. The sole is obviously much thinner, and the rope is just thin cut leather.. so i got something that looks similar to a jesus sandal ... But i love them and they are soooo comfortable !! thanks so much!

Made a pair today using my car's floor mat and some old shoe laces. Discovered it's better to make a rectangular pattern first, make the holes and lace up your sandals. It gives you a picture on which direction you would cut out your foot pattern. Thanks for the video! Going to get out and try to run on it this evening.

Thank you very much for uploading these videos. I have made my first huaraches based on your instructions in about 30 minutes, and they are just great. Found 4 mm sole material in a nearby shoe accessories shop (I live in Hungary) - not vibram, but perfect. I figured that normal, "round" shoe laces are quite comfortable to use and wear. Thanks again!

I've been wearing mine for 3 years without blisters. Blisters come from friction. Friction comes from pulling/pushing with your feet rather than placing/lifting. Or from overstriding. The idea with running sandals is that they help you get over those form issues. See invisibleshoe(dotcom)/blister for my "Blister story."

@invisibleshoes so I know you are right about the "barefoot feel" however, I only used the bottom 1/8 inch of rubber material and they definitely serve the purpose...just slide them behind my shorts and go for the run and if I stumble upon some difficult brush I can slip them on and push through...love the instructional video...helped me a ton!

HOLY FORK ..... a total must have for me, since i'm a barefoot junkie :D. Thanks for the videos, I was looking all over the internet for something like this.

Thank you for being willing to share your great ideas and knowledge!

These are awesome! These huaraches are wonderful! I hate flip-flops because they flip and flop and I can't run in them, but also don't like shoes because they are so constricting. HUARACHES ALL THE WAY!

Summers over ...pity..but next iam walkin in these!!! Great vid!! Thx

It's funny how many stupid comments you have gotten on this video ever since Nike launched it's "huaraches". I love these sandals. Have a great day!

Thanks for sharing it . I just made one ...and it feels great. Thank you!

Hey! Thanks a ton for these vids! You did an awesome job and you helped me create an awesome pair of my own huaraches!

Thanks steven, I've made a pair today, they feel great walking indoor. Next year i will try them out for running. happy newyear.

@sgtdoyle28 I know. And, I love that you pointed it out. In the minimalist running community, that word has become associated with this style of sandal, but a lot of people don't know that any sandal is a huarache ;-)

What a great tutorial!!!! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!❤️

I used an old pair of Birkenstock clog soles (upper was destroyed) and some parachute cord...great so far, going for a run in them tomorrow to give them a 3 mile try...

@heathmoor Actually, with the flexibility of these soles, you can "grasp" the terrain. You can't "grab" something between your toes, but because the material is thinner than what covers the toes in VFFs, it feels like you can grasp even better. I can easily pick up a golf ball with my toes while wearing Invisible Shoes, e.g.

I can't wait to get/make some!!! woohoo!

@sinisterrat Depends on what you mean by "work". Yes, you'll end up with a sandal that won't flop around like flip-flops do. But, since the sole isn't cut to fit your foot, they may not fit correctly. And since flip-flop rubber is so thick, you won't get much of a barefoot feel. And since flip-flop rubber isn't built for the abrasion that running creates, they'll fall apart.

@invisibleshoes I run in vibrams and barefoot...I separated all but the thin rubber layer off the birks. they seem like they should do great on the rougher sharp gravel logging roads in louisiana...i will try to upload my photos of them so you can see what I mean...I do wish I had some of the vibram sole material, although I have a hard time paying for it when I can recycle old stuff from the closet and garage... ;)

Cheers man! I nearly drop €60 on a pair sandals! Now I'm on the hunt for some funky soles

thank you for uploading this! I'm gonna try it! :)

I know LOTS of runners who do way more than 40+miles/week in huaraches. I'm a sprinter by trade, so I only do about 10-15/week in mine. If you don't get blisters barefoot, you won't get them in huaraches. Blisters typically come from bad form, where you're creating unnecessary friction. Again, like barefoot running, if you're getting pain, friction, blisters, etc., it's a signal that, if you listen to it and experiment, will usually lead to improved form and the elimination of those problems

thank you very much for this nice tutorials, i've made my own and tested them at mountain trail and they are awesome, i also have vivram five fingers KSO model but i prefer by far my new huaraches

@Velocity88 -- unfortunately the answer is: it depends on you. The slip-on method is as stable as any other tying method. But the real issue is how much speed/force you are applying and at what angles you apply it. For example, I'm a sprinter. My top speed is 22mph. To get to, and run at that speed, I can only do it in my sprinting spikes. But for everything else I do -- plyometrics, drills, strides, etc. -- I'm in my huaraches with a slip-on tying style. Hope that helps.

I use these on hills all the time (we have some trail ultrarunners who wear Invisible Shoes). And, speaking as a Masters All-American sprinter (12.0 100m at 50 years old), I wear these for everything up to 85% of my full-speed. After that, I have to be in spikes.

WILLIAM WALLACE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HUARACHE BRAVE HEART

great videos, love it!!!!!!!!!!!

i just made my pair with a leather sole they’re great!

@comedianhost I've found that the slip-on/slip-off method feels more secure. Perhaps because that method creates 2 heel straps and 2 straps on each side that hold down the "toe strap".

@mean71cuda The knot underneath doesn't have much pressure on it. a) it's BETWEEN your toes; b) It's covered in rubber; c) The not flattens out. After a while, you'll have a small indentation where the knot goes, which shows that it gets kinda' protected. I've had the same knot on my Invisible Shoes for over a year and have never ripped through it.

@CooperCarr87 .... I have chewed through 3 pairs of Vibrams. Now I love the difference from wearing "Toe Shoes", it's hard to justify the cost, when here in Australia the importers are ripping us off. I still felt a bit taken advantage when the local shoe repair guy charged me $20 for some Tophy 3mm shoe sole. Still considering Vibrams are made in China for like $2 a piece, I'm happy enough with my Huaraches

@sdenham100 I haven't. Regarding cold weather... I wore my huaraches through almost the entire Winter in Colorado last year. You would be amazed at how much your foot adapts to cold if you take time to acclimate.

about how long do huaraches last before they are too worn out?

These look great! I`m going to try these! Cheers! You look like Brian May by the way!

@RuzzNasra We've had people run ultra-marathons in the slip-on style... but use whatever feels best for you

Thanks a bunch dude. Very helpful video.

@CreatingMagic They look great... but, you're right. You'll find that leather is going to wear out quickly and not necessarily give you the protection you want. And when it gets wet, it'll get particularly floppy (which is why we don't use leather ;-) )

well done tutorial! i think i will make a pair of these now :)

Yea, I guess part of the problem may be that I made mine from a car mat and paracord instead of the Vibram material, probably makes it easier for the paracord to wiggle around and loosen up while I walk/run. I ll have to make a second batch and see if they might work better with different material.

It is important that you build the muscles in your feet back to where they need to be. make sure you transition before jumping straight into minimal or barefoot running.

@bearnativewalkerprimitives4801

7 жыл бұрын

Yes it is.

@2M8B Have fun (make a video of your first run!)

Gonna try this using my big steel series mouse mat.

Can I use a used tire as sole material or do you think that's too thick?

@sdenham100 You mean climates like the one I live in, Boulder, CO? ;-) As you go barefoot more and more, your feet adapt to the cold more than you imagine. You can also just wear a pair of slightly-big wool socks with your huaraches. Or, be on the lookout for something special from invisibleshoe-dot-com in the not-too-distant future (I can't say more yet)

@gregorytaper 4mm is the thinnest we carry... and the thinnest of the "Cherry" sole material. Why do you ask? (*I* ask because thickness is only on factor in how well a sole performs and how it feels)

@Brusinque Sure why not, I mean Raramuri's are making them out of tire rubber. If you cant purchase the stuff you can make it yourself. I would love to purchase them from this chap but I am far away and the transport would probably cost more than the the sandals itself.

@bnaya321 I don't know, since I don't know what you have at your home. Suffice it to say, if you want something that feels right (strong but flexible) and will last a long time, you'll want something like the rubber that we use.

@buzz2978 Enjoy! FWIW, the difference between that Birk sole and something like the material we use (shown in this video), in terms of "barefoot feel", is night and day.

@SenoraFlowerLollypop Quite the opposite... running without support (which humans did up until the 1970s) strengthens your feet and ankles. I had flat feet my whole life until I started walking and running in Invisible Shoes; now I have arches in my feet. Think of it this way, adding support is like putting a cast around your feet... when you put a cast on a limb, it gets weaker because you're not using it.

Great tutorial series! Just a quick question, any particular reason that you tie your knot the way you do? Or would the standard "bunny ears" knot work as well?

@GuyWhoSucksAtVlogs We don't know yet, since nobody has worn out a pair! I'm still wearing an 18 month old pair and they look practically new.

This is really funny to see (Jeff? is that your name) from so long ago, I've been on the xero shoes train for awhile but just got my first sandals from them Hope they're as comfy as they sound

me and my friend uses ducttape for our material. easy and light weight. also durable since it is ductape after all.

@hedz98 We're using a Vibram "Cherry" rubber in this video. You want something flexible, yet strong enough to give some protection, and not too "floppy." I've worn my sandals for 18 months over every surface you can imagine... no problems.

fantastic

Looks good! May I ask a question? What material do you use? Are these shoes Grounding your energy? I think that is really important. Kind regards. Pepijn

Nice mane.

@CreatingMagic Welcome back to the fun! ;-) BTW, you can always get sole material from us at invisibleshoe(dot)com

Some people trim their huaraches really tight to their feet. Others leave about a 1/4"-1/2" border. Mine are usually about 1/4" border... definitely not 1".

These are rubber. If you add a rivet or grommet through the sole (wherever you want) you can get "grounding" effects.

@invisibleshoes i've heard that using a leather strip of material would be best for durability but would you suggest a more flexible material so it adjust with your foot position as you run? if so, which material? :)

I've started running for about 5 months now, and yesterday for the first time, I was so tired and feeling uncomfortable, that I took off my shoes and run in my socks for the last 3-4 minutes of my run. It was amazing! Pressure releasing and FAST! I am seriously thinking to take up barefoot. But I am afraid it will hurt up to 1hour of running, because when I walk in flat-thin sole for a long time, it really hurts... under-pronation and high arch. any suggestions or some enlightening?

@ALUCAR569 Thanks!

sir, could you help me find a material? There are these Earth Runners with conductive laces for $79 but what I want is to have the feet fully grounded so I was looking for a conductive natural rubber, conductive elastomer, some companies use up to 30% graphite but they say using just 2% graphene is even better and much more durable. Any idea? I dont want any buty nitril whatever stuff leaching chemicals, you know

feedback these things are beyond greate I ran cross country in these amazing ! just a quick note nice maine too down the road a full on man beard ? all the best longbeard1407

@mean71cuda Rubber outlasts leather by a LONGSHOT. That's why we use rubber for Invisible Shoes. (invisibleshoe-dot-com)

I'm left wondering whether or not the "Toga Style" is better for security. I made some with the slip on style but they don't seem to be secure enough on my foot to actually do extend running in.

@CF680C2B1F FYI, floor mats are made with some pretty toxic stuff. I bought some new mats for my vehicle and they stunk like gasoline for a several months before they finally aired out. I'd say choose a different material.

Woah ..he even said it right you’re no longer Steven .. you are now Esteban

Anyone ever used these for hiking rather than running? Obviously they are similar uses but with the addition of the weight of a backpack, I'm wondering about the longevity of the Vibram material? Does it really hold up well or would I be better off going with leather or something? Any and all thoughts are welcome. Thanks and happy running/hiking! Cheers!

@stevensashen

8 жыл бұрын

+Steve Baker We have thousands of Xero Shoes hikers. The rubber that we developed -- FeelTrue rubber -- is better than Vibram and much better than leather, and has a 5,000 mile warranty... take a look at www.xeroshoes.com and see our DIY kits and ready-to-wear sandals.

@jayarmstrong

8 жыл бұрын

Thoughts: the extra weight could wear them out faster but they already wear for 5000+ miles, I believe. It should outlast leather, which is terrible for traction and I would not recommend for packing. Depending on your total weight per footprint, you might want another model with thicker sole / padding. Rock protection, toe protection, and cord pull-throughs are the biggest dangers with weight on your back.

@stevensashen

8 жыл бұрын

BTW, since you asked we've released our Z-Trail sandal which is a more trail-friendly product. www.xeroshoes.com/shop/umara/ztrail-men

@RuzzNasra Car mat material is WAY too floppy compared to the Vibram or, especially, compared to our new FeelTrue rubber outsoles.

@buzz2978 I think EVERYONE should have a pair of these in their back pocket ;-)

@jerkinboy95 You're confusing the Vibram rubber OUTSOLE MATERIAL (that we're using in this video), with the Vibram Five Fingers SHOE. Don't like the shoes (which use a completely different material on their bottoms). Do like the outsole material.

i want to use these for running but wouldnt you be ripping through the lacing underneath constantly?? :(

Thanks for the video... I have a few questions if anyone has tried these. - how long does the cord lasts? as it is always in contact with the road - can I use such sandals for hiking as well? - Can I use worn out tyres for sole material?

@invisibleshoes

2 жыл бұрын

We've had many people's sandal straps last for years. We've had people thru-hike the AT in these! :-) ... you can use whatever you like for a sole, but you want to make sure the material is safe and, ideally, lets your foot bend and flex naturally.

Please please reply. What if I bought cheap sandals that have little sole. And i made huaraches out of them? that being the sole, or bottom fabric.

Sorry, i'm not english, please write which materials i can made it from, to have barefoot effect?

how you get the metirial for the shoes?

@matadordemayates07 Looks can be deceiving. If being barefoot is comfortable to you, then huaraches are more comfortable since they give you a layer of protection. And the lacing is practically unnoticeable. So, contrary, to your opinion, they're very comfortable. In fact, after wearing huaraches for a while, all OTHER shoes feel completely wrong and extremely uncomfortable.

Hill running? sprints?

how you make from ducttape the shoes?

Ummm... I'm not sure how to elaborate. Find a rivet or grommet that's long enough to make it through the soles (4mm or 6mm), get a rivet/grommet punch, punch the rivet/grommet through the sole. Check with a craft store about how rivets/grommets work.

Do these cause blisters? Every type of shoe that I have worn gives me blisters.

@bnaya321 You can get it from us at invisibleshoe-dot-com

You're so Cool.. Sub!!

wat matirials i can us from home?

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@fouter81

10 жыл бұрын

I thought "where do I know this guy from?"

@ebooxia2785

8 жыл бұрын

+Aaron Johnstun ROFL ! made my day with this comment xD

what do you use for cording? what is it made out of?

@stevensashen6956

10 жыл бұрын

It's a polyester lace. We have it made for us. You can order it at the xeroshoes website.

Do u have flat foot?

Toga style is for girls. The other ones are nice. I am making some out of tires.

@stringsofserenyti Next time, I'm getting a pedicure first ;-)

los raramuris te lo agradeceran

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@stevensashen

8 жыл бұрын

+Anthony Costa They're sandals inspired by the oldest sandal design in history, and by the huaraches made by the Tarahumara in Mexico. People use them for everything from taking a walk to running ultramarathons (there are newer versions at xeroshoes.com)

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The solution is to build up your time/distance SLOWLY