New Color Drop:

The X1 Basketball Shoe in Purple Inferno

Meet the X1 Low - Purple Inferno — a bold new color designed in collaboration with Temi Fágbénlé, WNBA star and Xero Shoes partner. Temi plays her games with relentless energy and precision, and this shoe was built to match.

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"Finally a basketball shoe that's good for your feet! I'm 45 years old and still playing ball every week and will be wearing these Xero basketball shoes from now on!"

— Jennifer B. Verified Customer

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Temi Fágbénlé

From the world stage to the WNBA,
Temi Fágbénlé plays bold and stays grounded.

The X1 Women’s embodies that same
spirit — effortless movement, confident
control, and barefoot performance.

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Isaiah Stewart

Designed in collaboration with NBA Power Forward Isaiah Stewart, the new X1 Gold color channels the intensity and discipline that fuels his game.

Lightweight, flexible, and zero-drop, it’s the perfect armor for going into battle, and a true reflection of his warrior mentality: bold, grounded, built for the fight.

NBA Power Forward & Xero Shoes Partner
Trains in the XT Max, Performs in the X1
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Feel The Power From The Ground Up

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Natural Fit

Wider, foot-shaped toe boxes let your toes spread and relax. A “Xero-drop” non-elevated heel for proper posture.

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Natural Feel

Low-to-the-ground design for balance and agility, with a just-right combination of protection and sensory feedback.

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Natural Motion

Our patented FeelTrue® soles let your feet bend and flex naturally, and are backed by our 5,000-mile sole warranty.

X1 Key Benefits

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Agile & Responsive

Designed for explosive energy return. Our pilot testing indicated the X1 may generate higher peak ground reaction forces, delivering more powerful jumps, faster acceleration, and superior energy transfer from floor to foot.

Athlete tying X1 shoes Balance & Control

Natural Movement

A zero-drop sole keeps you balanced and connected, improving stability, ground awareness, and proprioception for better overall court performance. Every move feels intentional and responsive.

Athlete stretching in X1 shoes Court Grip

Enhanced Traction

With its multidirectional traction pattern, the X1 supports lightning-fast direction changes, quicker reactions, and more agile defense, helping you own every inch of the court.