Genesis – Fashion-Forward Rope-Style Sandal

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“If you are into the barefoot feel in a sandal, this pair ticks all the boxes. Ultra light weight with comfortable and durable laces these are great for paddle boarding, yoga, hiking and even marathon running (seriously).” – The Modest Man

Genesis – Fashion-Forward Rope-Style Sandal

$44.99

“This is at least the 5th pair of Genesis sandals I have purchased. They are great for the ultimate barefoot feel.” – John M.

The original minimalist sandal
Ultra-light, flexible, and packable
Timeless and effortless

Genesis Sandal - Men $44.99

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Why You’ll Love the Genesis

Genesis – It’s More Than a Sandal

The Genesis is more than a sandal, it’s the heart of Xero Shoes. Inspired by one of humanity’s earliest footwear designs, the Genesis is where the Xero Shoe journey began… and still defines it today.

Every detail embodies Xero Shoes’ purpose: empowering natural movement, honoring simplicity, and letting your feet do what they were meant to do. When you choose the Genesis, you’re not just buying a sandal; you’re stepping into the core vision of Xero Shoes – a commitment to living life feet first.

I love them. The rope toe piece is very comfortable. I like the stretchy rope straps that make putting them on a snap.

Easy On/Off and Packable

The Genesis is all about effortless style. The pre-laced, adjustable system means they’re easy on/off. They’re also featherlight, and ultra-packable. Lay them flat, roll them up, or clip them to your bag – the perfect travel companion for everything from a day by the pool to an extended vacation.

Natural Movement

The barefoot design of the Genesis lets your feet adjust and mold to the terrain, so you can move with confidence and agility. This is different from stiff-soled sandals that force you to move on top of the ground without really connecting to it.

In the Genesis you’ll enjoy all the benefits and comfort of natural movement without compromising on style.

Genesis for Everything You Do

Made to Last

The Genesis is made to last. It’s backed by our one-of-a-kind 5000-mile sole warranty, so you can count on enjoying these sandals for your warm weather adventures for a long time to come.

So Lightweight

The Genesis feels so light, you might forget you have them on. A size 9 sandal weighs just 4.6oz (130.4g) each.

Designed for Feet

Life-changing comfort comes from letting your feet do what’s natural. Feel what you’ve been missing when you enjoy the natural comfort, performance, and health of a barefoot sandal

Sizing

Men’s Sizing Tips

The Genesis sandal fits true to size.

Since the foot is three-dimensional, any two-dimensional measuring tool, such as a ruler or Brannock device®, can only approximate your true shoe size. Manufacturers model their shoes on different foot shapes, so sizing may vary accordingly.

Note: Be sure to print the templates at Actual Size (100% Scale) and verify with a ruler after printing.

Free Exchanges!

Most people find our size recommendation gives them a proper fit, but just in case, we have a free exchange program for all US orders.

Points to consider for sizing:

The Genesis sandal is a unisex style. For example a men’s 7 is the same exact shoe as a women’s 8.
The sole of the Genesis is very thin and flexible. We recommend a snug fit for this style.
Click here to see a comparison chart to help choose the perfect Xero sandal for you!

Size Conversion

If you normally buy a Euro or UK Size, check out the handy conversion chart beside.

Any questions? Just call us at 303 447 3100 or send us an email. We’re here to help.

Men’s Size	Women’s Size	Print Template
5	6
6	7
7	8
8	9
9	10
10	11
11	12
12
13
14
15

Caring for your Genesis Sandals

To clean your Genesis sandals, hand wash with warm water, mild soap and allow them to air dry.

FAQs

Can I change the laces in the Genesis?

We don’t currently have a way to let you select different laces when you order, but if you’re adventurous, you can buy extra laces and swap them out with the ones that come with your Genesis (it’s pretty simple to do).

What’s the difference between the Genesis, Cloud, and your DIY kits?

The Genesis and Cloud are ready-to-wear barefoot-inspired sandals. For our kits you, well, have to make them 😉

Both products use our exclusive FeelTrue® rubber, the only outsole product made specifically for barefoot style sandals.

The Genesis’s sole is 5mm thick, compared to either 4mm or 6mm on the DIY kits. The Cloud has 3mm of Barefoam™ in the forefoot for a bit of extra comfort and lighter weight (the Clouds float!)

The Cloud and Genesis have a toe loop, so there’s no knot under your foot.

The Cloud and Genesis have a simpler lacing system with a patented adjustment technology that lets you get a perfect fit in just seconds.

The ankle holes on the Cloud and Genesis are raised off the ground so the lace can’t abrade.

Why don’t you use leather or hemp laces?

You can use almost anything for lacing huaraches.

In my testing, though, I found some issues with hemp and leather that I didn’t like:

Both leather and hemp tended to stretch, especially when moist
Both leather and hemp tighten and stiffen when they dry
Both leather and hemp wear out faster than our polyester laces
Leather is much more expensive
Most leather laces are rectangular, and the edges can dig into your skin
Leather, isn’t vegan (for those who care about that)
Leather and hemp don’t give you as many fun color choices

The 100% polyester cord we use is strong, light, and doesn’t stretch or tighten, especially when wet.

Also, I prefer the “slip-on” method of tying which works best with a round lace, rather than a flat one (like leather).

Needless to say, you can replace the lace we send you with whatever you like.

Do you ship internationally?

We do! We’ve sold Xero Shoes to people in more than 85 countries around the world.
We use the US Postal service to send our shipments. The cost to ship will depend on the weight of the package and the delivery speed you select; several options will be provided at checkout.

All domestic shipments come with tracking. Limited tracking is available for some first class international shipments depending on the country, and full tracking is available with all Priority Express and Express International shipments.

Though almost all of our international orders arrive without incident, we strongly advise you to select Priority Express International or Express International if you live in a country with a less reliable postal service, including (but not limited to) India, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, and Indonesia. We cannot guarantee delivery of packages shipped using First Class International.

International delivery can take anywhere from 3 days to 8 weeks depending on how long your order spends in customs at the border.

Please note that some countries do require the payment of import duties for international shipments above a certain value. We advise you to know the import regulations of your country and understand that you will be responsible for payment of any duties and fees imposed by your government at the border.

All packages will be marked as merchandise; as a commercial shipper, we are not able to mark a package as a gift (if you’re giving Xero Shoes as a gift, that’s not the same as us sending a gift).
Also, check our Stores page. There may be a Xero Shoes dealer closer to you.

How do I send a gift certificate?

After you purchase a gift certificate, you’ll be able to enter an email address for the recipient.

You could email it to yourself and forward it at a later time if you like.

You can also take the Gift Certificate code and send it to the recipient.

What’s your return policy?

Please go to Xero Shoes Return Policy page to learn about our 45-day return policy.

Customer Reviews

4.6 Based on 1,102 Reviews

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Customer Photos

Genesis Sandal - Men - Customer Photo From Marcus Goodwin

Genesis Sandal - Men - Customer Photo From Thomas Lankford

Genesis Sandal - Men - Customer Photo From Crystal McGough

Genesis Sandal - Men - Customer Photo From Janhavi Athale

Genesis Sandal - Men - Customer Photo From Rayburn

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06/02/2025

Alan R.

Love the company. Hate the return policy.

I bought these sandals with a store credit because the last pair of sandals from them, a different sandal than this review, had a piece that broke after two weeks. I was excited to try these, but after receiving them and taking them for a test spin outside for a long walk I knew they were not for me. My feet hurt after using them, but I'm extremely used to sandals like these so I was surprised to feel so much discomfort. I thought after putting them on that they were a little uncomfortable, but figured I've had plenty of shoes and sandals in the past that just required a little bit of a break in and I thought the walk would do that. After the walk, I realized I would need to return these because they were so uncomfortable. After reaching out to support about a return, they told me that doing anything with them outside of trying them on and walking around in my studio apartment would constitute that they are worn and not eligible for return. I tried to explain that simply walking around in my apartment is not enough time to understand if they are a good fit, but the policy is the policy. While, I like the company and the products they make, with such a terrible return policy. I can't recommend buying a product that can't be returned after one use. Especially if that use indicates it is a poor fit for the individual. This will be my last purchase of a XeroShoes product.

Genesis Sandal - Men

06/01/2025

Mike

My Dailies since last year!

These are my every day go-to's! ultra light, but also very adjustable in 3 areas. I've even ran in these a few times, just up to 5 miles for now. My Z-trails are where I do my heaviest mileage runs and fastest paces. The string is stretchy, which is really comfortable

Genesis Sandal - Men

06/01/2025

Bill M.

United States

Amazing sandals!

Epic sandals! From locker room to mild hikes these work great. I missed the ease of flip flops when I switched to minimalist footwear many years ago. I had the z trail sandals before which have a Velcro strap which makes for a little extra effort getting them on and off. I decided to pick up a pair of these in late 2023 and immediately liked that I could just slip on and lift my ankle and slip on the heel strap. Slightly more than the slip on of a flip flop but well worth it given the natural walking ablilty whether it be on rocks in the mountains or just around town. The durability has far exceeded expectations with that original pair still going strong more than a year and a half later. The sole has worn down and is a little slick in the wet conditions so I recently picked up another pair to get me at least another year and a half.

Genesis Sandal - Men