This is entirely contingent on how much you wear them, of course.
I get between 6 and 12 months out of a pair when used exclusively (yep, literally exclusively). Wide variety of models tried. The main thing to avoid is a fabric upper too close to the toe.
The main thing to avoid is a fabric upper too close to the toe.
I’ve switched to “barefoot” shoes (which should just be called “shoes that fit human feet” IMO), and now I get multiple years of daily use out of one pair.
Like, more than 5 years. Cause the shoe doesn’t constantly rub against toes and heel. Cause it, you know, fits.
They fit and last over 3-5 years
This is entirely contingent on how much you wear them, of course.
I get between 6 and 12 months out of a pair when used exclusively (yep, literally exclusively). Wide variety of models tried. The main thing to avoid is a fabric upper too close to the toe.
I’ve switched to “barefoot” shoes (which should just be called “shoes that fit human feet” IMO), and now I get multiple years of daily use out of one pair.
Like, more than 5 years. Cause the shoe doesn’t constantly rub against toes and heel. Cause it, you know, fits.
You mean sandals?
No. Feiyue, Groundies, Vivobarefoot, Tyr, PedTerra, Xero, Lems, Bearfoot, Wilding, Softstar, Freet, …
Shoes with a thin, flexible sole and wide toe-box.
Amazing, some of these really fit the bill. Saving your list for future reference.