I've been curious about barefoot/minimalist running shoes for several years and finally decided to take the plunge on the Mesa Trail II. Honestly, it's impossible for me to love these shoes more than I already do! Super light, exceptionally grippy, I've had them on trails, grass and pavement and they're fantastic.
I'm especially impressed with their offroad performance. The combo of tread and compound (and your foot's natural warp-i-ness) provide plenty of grip when things get sketchy, and the toe bumpers are just enough to fend off any roots or errant placements that would jam you up.
And for anyone thinking about these as all-rounders, I really don't notice the lugs on harder/smoother surfaces. If you're full time on the road, another of Xero's flat-soled offerings might be better, but these have been excellent every time I've laced them up.
Definitely a Xero fan!!
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