Aqua Cloud - Versatile Water-sports and Activity Sandal

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“The only sandal to ever truly free my feet! It has been such a breath of fresh air to not have anything wrapping around my foot and locking me in… The Aqua Clouds essentially have turned into my 24/7 footwear…” – Vin C.

Aqua Cloud - Versatile Water-sports and Activity Sandal

$49.99

“I am considering throwing away all my flipflops because they are horrible on my ankles and lower back. I don’t get that problem with these Aqua Clouds.” – Sean E.

Update to the iconic Cloud sandal
More durable grippier rubber sole
BareFoam™ layer spans the entire footbed
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“I’ve thrown out every other pair of flip flops I have. These are the ultimate all in one water shoe, or even if you just want to get them for running. They’re super grippy and the toe knot is soft. I can’t wait to take them out paddleboarding.” – Ben B.

Take the Aqua Cloud on your next wet or dry adventure, and you’ll be on cloud nine. This update to our iconic Cloud sandal is perfect for water sports with its new more durable, grippier, rubber sole, we also extended the BareFoam™ footbed through the heel for additional comfort.

WHAT ADVENTURES WILL THE AQUA CLOUD TAKE YOU ON?

LIGHTWEIGHT PROTECTION THAT FEELS JUST RIGHT.

The Aqua Cloud features our flexible, durable FeelTrue® sole with improved traction and a grippier rubber for extra grip during your favorite water sports. The embedded, textured 3mm BareFoam™ layer now spans the entire footbed for added comfort, and the shaped heel cup helps keep out debris.

When the Aqua Cloud weighs just 5.2 ounces each for a men’s 9, it’s no wonder it floats, so you won’t have to worry about losing these at the bottom of the lake, pool, or ocean.

EASY LACING. EASY COMFORT.

Our patented easy lacing system eliminates the pressure points traditional thong sandals create while giving you the security you’d expect from all Xero Shoes.

Now you can get wet and wild while enjoying the benefits of natural comfort!

WE MAKE SANDALS SO COMFORTABLE, YOU’LL FORGET THEY’RE EVEN ON.

If your feet don’t feel as good at the end of the day as they did in the beginning, you haven’t tried the Aqua Cloud.

Life-changing comfort and superior performance come from letting your feet do what’s natural – bend, move, flex and feel.

All Xero Shoes feature a wider, foot-shaped toe box that lets your toes spread and relax, a non-elevated “zero drop” heel for proper posture, low-to-the-ground design for perfect balance and agility, and a flexible sole that gives you “just right” protection so you can bend, move, flex, and safely Feel the World® in total comfort.

This product is protected by U.S. Patent No. 9,635,899.

Check out these reviews from Aqua Cloud wearers

Sizing

Men’s Sizing Tips

It’s easy to find the right Xero Sandal size for you. The Aqua Cloud fits true to size, so…

Buy the Aqua Cloud in your usual US size

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.

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.

How to adjust your Aqua Cloud for a perfect fit

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Caring for your Aqua Clouds

Because of the TrailFoam™ in the Aqua Cloud, these need a bit of extra attention. Do not leave the sandals in hot cars or exposed to intense or direct sunlight. This could cause the TrailFoam™ to deform and is not covered by our warranty.

To clean your Aqua Cloud sandals, hand wash with warm water, mild soap and allow them to air dry (away from direct sunlight).

FAQs

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

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05/14/2025

Albert A.

First Time User

Pleasantly surprised. Feel like I am walking barefoot. Had to make a couple of size adjustments, other than that very happy with purchase. Anyone like me who has found other foot ware where the toe post is uncomfortable you won't have that problem with these.

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04/29/2025

Ricardo R.

Amazing sandals

I love these sandals! Comfortable & super cool. Easy to pack too.

Aqua Cloud - Men

04/26/2025

Matthew T.

Great but some advice for beginners...

These are not my first pair of barefoot shoes/minimalist sandals. More like pair... 9, maybe 10? I've worn three different Xero shoes (1 sneaker and 2 sandals), several Unshoes sandals, Bedrock sandals, various Vibram five fingers, Vivo sandals... My point is, I know my stuff. Anyway, I love these. The paracord back strap adjusts nicely, the in-between toe strap is adjustable and comfortable, and the foot bed is soft and doesn't make my feet sweat. They are, however, much lighter than I'm used to, and as a result there tends to be more often a gap of air in between the footbed and my feet while walking, so sometimes I get a painful little hitchhiker that sneaks in there from time to time. A nuisance at worst. Not a deal-breaker. My advice as a "barefoot veteran": Print out the size template, make sure it's the correct scale, and trust it. Don't go by what a lot of people say online that Xeroes run a little large. In my experience, they run slightly small. I'm technically a size 10.5, and the men's 10 is a perfect fit but with not much wiggle room. With close-toed shoes I wear a men's 11. Also, and this is very important, if you're new to barefoot shoes and minimalist sandals, the Aqua Cloud is not for you (at least not yet, rookie). The soles are quite thin and if you're coming from a traditional non-barefoot style shoe, you probably aren't going to have a good experience with these. You will feel every pebble and twig. Some painful, some not, but all the same, you will feel them. Remember, these are designed to emulate walking barefoot without you actually doing so. Start with something that has a bit more substantial sole thickness than these if it's your first experience. And for those of you about to embark on your first barefoot shoe experience, I recommend pacing yourself. Don't begin with pavement. Work up to it. Start with grass, dirt, or sand. And do short stints. No more than an hour at a time. Kinda like an intense workout, you're going to feel some pain and discomfort in your feet and calves after wearing them for the first few times. Don't worry, you'll get used to it. And your posture and orthopedic health in general will thank you for it.