WHITINMen's Cross-Trainer | Barefoot & Minimalist Shoe | Zero Drop Sole | Wide Toe Box

The chemical smell from the pair I received is over the top alarming. Immediately put them in the sun for 2 days to air them out. Didn't work. Thoroughly washed them using baking soda and air dried them again. Didn't work. These will never out gas. They arrived sealed in plastic, no invoice, nothing that indicates WHITIN on the shoe. Even if these came from a bad batch, it should never happen. The source of these running shoes needs full inspection. When I ordered them, I knew they were synthetic. The low zero drop ergonomic design sold me - fantastic design, perfect fit. But -- no way in good conscious can I support the methods of the factory that produces these, the toll the process inevitably takes on its workers, and the residue they probably leave wherever they go. Contradictions can be corrected and balanced out. Be healthier for everyone.

I have a VERY wide foot and have a difficult time finding shoes that fit right. These fit well. I typically get a 7.5 in shoes but I bought the 7 and have plenty of room with the insole taken out (which the description says you can do... "Removable sockliner (insole) if you want a “more barefoot” feeling"). I bought these because I typically like to be barefoot and the idea of having a barefoot feel when I go for walks is ideal. The shoe is comfortable, plenty of room in the toe. Very flexible and really do feel as close to barefoot as I can get in a athletic shoe... but here is the problem:***The problem I have is that I haven't even had them a month and they are already deteriorating. The inner lining is getting holes in it and the threads under the insole are really starting to wear. I really only wear these on my walks which are MAYBE two miles 5 days a week. It is very disappointing for a shoe to wear out that quickly. ***I want to love them and to tell you to get them, but they are pretty terribly made on the inside. :0(

I ordered these shoes because I wanted an affordable, versatile barefoot/zero-drop sneaker for everyday use. I typically read reviews before buying and this was no exception, but I figured I would still give it a try despite some negatives I read about because I was drawn in by the price. I echo the reviews that mention the strong chemical smell- it was overpowering. I ordered them in the recommended size for me, but they were so tight it felt like my feet were bound and my toes did not fit in the shoe; they were stretching the plastic tops (without socks). The tops of the shoes are a very cheap material that felt like thick vinyl on my feet. These are not meant for any feet that are medium to high volume either. Disappointed.

Bought these shoes for a trip to the gulf coast. Thought they’ll get dirty and they are cheap, so I’ll just toss them after. Nope. Keeping these they are fabulous! Wore them at the beach, in the water, kayaking, and walking miles and miles in town and on hikes. My new fav shoes. Got the light gray. Just wiped them off after dirt. They still look brand new. Never a blister or an ache or pain. Some people said chemical smell. Not for mine. Look and smell as you would expect for nice, clean new shoes. If you have wide feet or bunions… these are your shoes. Roomy toe box. Got lots of compliments… look great with shorts. Really great deal!

Wow, I love these shoes! They are the most comfortable walking shoe I have ever owned. I am using them exclusively on a treadmill. The elastic “laces” tighten and release easily with the toggle and the Velcro strap keeps them tight on my feet. Color is a kittle darker than the image here. My normal size is 6 1/2 wide; I bought a 7 and they are perfect, wearing 100% cotton footie socks. I would buy these again in a heartbeat.