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Kelly's Combined Barefoot Running Sandal Tying
Kelly's is a "combined" tying method. You can move the knot to the back of the shoe, behind your heel, if you like. First, a tying tip: Lacing tips: Kelly's Combined Tying Style This video makes a reference to our old name, Invisible Shoes and show our Classic Kit... you can do this with our FeelTrue outsoles which will be much better. Also, you can do the same lacing style, but "rotate" it so the knot ends up behind your heel! And since there's exposed lace under your foot, I recommend coating that part of the lace with Shoe Goo for added protection.

Erika's No-Knot Barefoot sandal tying methods
Erika Berglund has been on FIRE creating new tying styles. Enjoy these 3 videos (Erica reports that she’s switching all her Invisible Shoes to the 3rd style she shows in these videos): First, a few tying tip: Lacing tips: Erika's No-Knot Tying Styles This video makes a reference to our old name, Invisible Shoes. And it references Sonja's tying style. And since there's exposed lace under your foot, I recommend coating that part of the lace with Shoe Goo for added protection.

Sonja's No-Toe huarache running sandal
Sonja came up with this tying style which has no toe strap or knot under your foot.You can slip these on and off in a moment. BTW, you won't end up with a big flap in the front... that's just what happened in the picture ;-)First, a few tying tips and notes:Lacing tips:Sonja's No-Toe Tying StyleThis video makes a reference to our Classic Kit with our old name, Invisible Shoes... you can do this with our FeelTrue outsoles which will be much better.Also, you can do the same lacing style, but "rotate" it so the knot ends up behind your heel!And since there's exposed lace under your foot, I recommend coating that part of the lace with Shoe Goo for added protection.Step-by-Step instructions coming soon!

Randy's Marathon Huarache Tying Style
Randy Kreill is an ultra runner who loves his Xero Shoes.This is the tying style he came up with for his races.First, a few tying tips and notes:Tying the Lace knot:This is the knot we most commonly use, especially with our 100% polyester laces. The "Lace Bead":This is the smallest "knot" you can make for your Xero Shoes. Tying a Figure-8 knot:If you have our original laces with the nylon core, you'll want to use this knot. Lacing tips:The basic running sandal tying patternRandy's Marathon Tying StyleStep-by-Step instructions coming soon!
Ultra-minimalist Fisherman Sandals
Similar to the Ultra-minimalist Hitch style, it's a single lace barefoot sandal tying pattern. Add a Fisherman's knot and you have something comfy, without a knot at the top of your foot.Once you get the tension just right, you slip 'em on and off in a second. People use this tying style for everything from walking to running marathons.First, a few tying tips and notes:Tying the Lace knot:This is the knot we most commonly use, especially with our 100% polyester laces. The "Lace Bead":This is the smallest "knot" you can make for your Xero Shoes. Tying a Figure-8 knot:If you have our original laces with the nylon core, you'll want to use this knot. Lacing tips:The basic running sandal tying patternUltra-minimalist Fisherman Tying Style(this video was made with our old name, from our old site, Invisible Shoes)Step-by-Step instructions coming soon!

Ultra-minimalist Hitch
Perhaps the simplest tying style for minimalist running sandals there is!In fact, for some it feels TOO simpleOnce you get the tension just right, you slip 'em on and off in a second. People use this tying style for everything from walking to running marathons.First, a few tying tips and notes:Tying the Lace knot:This is the knot we most commonly use, especially with our 100% polyester laces. The "Lace Bead":This is the smallest "knot" you can make for your Xero Shoes. Tying a Figure-8 knot:If you have our original laces with the nylon core, you'll want to use this knot. Lacing tips:The basic running sandal tying patternUltra-minimalist Hitch Tying Style(this video was made with our old name, from our old site, Invisible Shoes)

Xero Loop
This is another great slip-on tying style for Xero Shoes.The loop in the front gives you some fun decorative options.Once you get the tension just right, you slip 'em on and off in a second. People use this tying style for everything from walking to running marathons.First, a few tying tips and notes:Tying the Lace knot:This is the knot we most commonly use, especially with our 100% polyester laces. The "Lace Bead":This is the smallest "knot" you can make for your Xero Shoes. Tying a Figure-8 knot:If you have our original laces with the nylon core, you'll want to use this knot. Lacing tips:The basic running sandal tying patternXero Loop Tying StyleStep-by-step instructions coming soon!

Xero Shoes on ABC's Shark Tank on Feb 1st!
For all of you who, for the last 3 years, have said to us, "You guys should be on Shark Tank!": You can stop saying it now You'll appreciate how good of a secret we've kept ;-) While Lena and I were taking our first vacation since starting our company, we got an email saying that we're scheduled to appear on Shark Tank on Friday, February 1st. The show is on ABC and airs at 9pm Eastern and Pacific, 8pm Central and Mountain time.For those who don't know the show, check out ABC.com. For those of you who know Dragon's Den from the U.K. and Canada... same idea (in fact, 2 of the same Sharks).In essence, Lena and I will be pitching 5 investors -- the Sharks -- to get an investment in our company and take it to the next level.We couldn't be more excited than to see what happens when we air, and when over 7 MILLION people discover our barefoot sandal company.BTW, we appear as Xero Shoes on the show and, if all goes well, we'll be using our new site at www.XeroShoes.com starting next week!Fingers crossed!
Xero Basic
This is the tying style we use for our Custom-Made Xero Shoes.Once you get the tension just right, you slip 'em on and off in a second. People use this tying style for everything from walking to running marathons.First, a few tying tips and notes:Tying the Lace knot:This is the knot we most commonly use, especially with our 100% polyester laces. The "Lace Bead":This is the smallest "knot" you can make for your Xero Shoes. Tying a Figure-8 knot:If you have our original laces with the nylon core, you'll want to use this knot. Lacing tips:The basic running sandal tying patternXero Basic Tying StyleSame thing, reversed imageClick here to download step-by-step instructions for the Xero Basic.
Barefoot Training Teleseminar
Last night (November 25th, 2012), we had a teleseminar about all things barefoot, from running to walking to hiking to, well anything else that came up. It was an open format call where I just answered whatever questions came up. We discussed: Distance running form vs. sprinting form The proper way to walk when barefoot "Front side" vs. "Back side" mechanics Which muscles you should be using when you're barefoot/minimalist Confusion about foot strike (and clarification about what's correct) Barefoot running injuries and what's the best kind of injury you can get (seriously) Why comparing sole thicknesses of minimalist shoes is meaningless What makes Xero Shoes different than other minimalist footwear, including other sandals and a LOT more... The call ran about 42 minutes and, no doubt, we'll be doing more of them in the future. It was a lot of fun. You can listen to the teleseminar by clicking here: Barefoot Teleseminar If there's a question we didn't get to, feel free to ask it in the comments section. I may answer it here, or I may wait and schedule another barefoot teleseminar and dive into it on the call.Likewise, you can reach out to us directly through our support box, or phone line. The content of this post does not constitute and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions or concerns you may have about your health or a medical condition.

We support the Tarahumara
One aspect of our business that we're most proud of and makes us very happy is that we can give back to those who've inspired us.In this case, we were inspired by the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico, also known as the Raramuri. If you haven't read Christopher McDougall's New York Times bestseller Born To Run yet, you must. It's a great read, and tells quite a bit about the Tarahumara.What it doesn't discuss very much, though, is how difficult life can be in the Copper Canyon. Healthcare and medical care is hard to come by. Clean water is rare. Food is scarce. This part of Mexico has been experiencing a major drought. Child mortality is high, and educational opportunities are not easily available.So, to give thanks and support the Tarahumara, we donate 5% of the purchase price of our DIY FeelTrue® Xero Shoes to the Tarahumara Children's Hospital Fund.TCHF provides medical care, education, food and clean water programs and, in many ways, provide aid in this difficult and in-need area.Thank you for your purchases which allow us to thank and help the Tarahumara.You can now make an additional donation of any size along with your order. Click here to donate and support the Tarahumara.