Reviewer jelleangel
In my experience, Vivobarefoot has created one of their best shoes yet with the Primus Lux. I have been enjoying the Indigo version for a couple of weeks. Out of over a dozen pairs, it is the most comfortable and best feeling Vivobarefoot shoe I own, requiring zero break-in. The glove soft, finely perforated, unlined leather top allows my foot to breath and feels wonderful against my bare feet. In truly hot weather, nothing beats a sandal or bare feet for coolness, but I think I'll be able to wear this shoe all summer without a sock liner.
I also have the Stealth 2 Lux with this same outsole, which is my favorite of the various types by Vivobarefoot. Somehow, It feels even better in the Primus Lux, perhaps due to the thin leather footbed. This is a very flexible shoe which seems to have a tad less internal volume than most other models, but it fits fine since I don't have a "thick" foot. The tongue is not too long and does not rub the tendon on top of my foot where it bends up to my leg.
The upper wraps snugly around my ankles and heel, yet doesn't feel tight. This has the unexpected benefit of making it hard for those little pebbles that are seemingly everywhere to bounce into the shoe, irritating my bare feet. With most other low-top shoes, this minor annoyance sometimes makes me have to stop frequently and take off my shoes to empty the pebbles. For this reason, though I love my Xero Z-Trail sandals, I avoid wearing them in many kinds of terrain because I constantly have to stop and dislodge pebbles and other debris stuck between my feet and the top of the footbed.
For me, the Primus Lux is an attractive shoe that I can wear almost anywhere. I like how the subtle "V" logos are embossed in the same color, rather than made of contrasting dots as with the related Primus Trio model. The glued (not sewn) outsole has tasteful, wavy undulations where it meets the side of the shoe. Up front, this gives the appearance of a slightly flat front toe cap, but it is actually rounded.
As for the white sole color, I realize that white soles are very popular now for athletic and casual shoes. I like it, but would prefer a dark blue or black color for the simple reason that those colors don't show dirt and grime like white does. Perhaps Vivobarefoot will be good enough to offer this fine shoe in all black? A medium-toned red top with the white sole would probably be popular, too.
I am glad Vivobarefoot continues to innovate and offer barefoot, minimalist shoe enthusiasts so many attractive and functional shoe choices.
Thanks for reading.
(Btw, I purchased these from Vivobarefoot at regular price.)
Reviewer Wilson Daniel Pace
Had an older gen of this shoe, it was amazing. This pair is wearing out a little faster than the last gen. The old pair also fit AMAZINGLY, and this one was a bit tight. I changed the lacing style (to horizontal) and it solved the narrow feeling of this pair. Only reason this got 4 starts is because the last pair blew... my... mind! so I might be comparing too much.
Reviewer E Cull
These are great daily wearing shoes. They look stylish but not pretentious or flashy. I really like them and they're my second pair.
However be aware that there is a break-in period. I wore a brand new pair to a 10-day overseas trip (only shoes I brought), and the upper part of my toes was hurting for a couple of days.
Reviewer Jonathan P Williams
Paid $29 I think it was a great value. sizing seems to be 1/2 size off. I wear 11.5 but these fit better at size 11. Over all I highly recommend these sneakers.
Reviewer Bibiana Pang
they fit as soon as you put them on. you have room for your feet to spread out. I already had a pair of them and wanted another pair to replace the ones I wore out. they last long-I'm on my feet all day with no tightness felt.
Reviewer Sybil Y Reisch
I got these as a gift for my grandson and he says that they are very comfortable.
I definitely recommend these.
Reviewer Cintireader
My husband said they are very comfortable. Support his feet. And he said he sees why I wear propet tennis shoes.
Reviewer John Borg
Husband likes them and said he’d buy again
Reviewer Objectivista
excellent price, comfortable, lightweight, very very nice shoe........order 1/2 size larger than your natural shoe size. very good quality
Reviewer Nicole M Tenaglia
I was tired of buying 9M when I need 8.5W so I bought these 8.5EEEE and they fit great and are comfortable all day long. Great buy.
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