Z-Trail EV - Trail Hiking, Running, and Recovery Sandal

Z-Trail EV - Trail Hiking, Running, and Recovery Sandal

$79.99

  • Soft, tubular quick-dry nylon webbing
  • Comfort, protection, and trail-ready traction
  • 11mm FeelLite™ sole
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Z-Trail EV - Women $79.99
We recommend ordering your usual size.
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Why you’ll love Z-Trail EV

Is it the best barefoot hiking sandal? We think so!

The Z-Trail EV offers the perfect combination of lightweight protection, natural flexibility, durability, versatility, style and affordability.

I have been wearing my Z-Trails now for a few weeks and am loving them! In fact, I hesitate to put anything else on my feet now.

Suzy W. USA, Verified Z-Trail EV Womens Customer

Lightweight protection that feels just right.

The Z-Trail EV features an updated 11 mm FeelLite™ sole with a middle layer of TrailFoam™ and an updated dual chevron lug pattern that offers the best combination of comfortprotection, and trail-ready traction while still allowing you to bend, move, flex, and feel the terrain beneath your feet.

At just 4.3 oz each for a women’s 7, the Z-Trail EV remains just as lightweight and packable as the original best-selling Z-Trail.

Made from earth & vegan-friendly materials.

The Z-Trail EV eliminates 70% of the unnecessary materials used in modern sports sandals – and because its soft, tubular quick-dry webbing is made from nylon sourced from recycled water bottles, it’s even better for the planet than before!

Sizing

Women’s Sizing Tips

It’s easy to find the right Xero Sandal size for you. The Z-Trail EV fits true to size so… We recommend ordering your regular size.

Based on statistics from the thousands of pairs of shoes sold across the world, we recommend ordering your regular 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.

US Euro UK Print Template
5 35.5 3.5 Barefoot Sandal Template
6 36.5 4.5 Barefoot Sandal Template
7 37.5 5.5 Barefoot Sandal Template
8 38.5 6.5 Barefoot Sandal Template
9 39.5 7.5 Barefoot Sandal Template
10 40.5 8.5 Barefoot Sandal Template
11 41.5 9.5 Barefoot Sandal Template

Caring for your Z-Trail EVs

Because of the TrailFoam™ in the Z-Trail, these need a bit of extra attention. Do not leave Z-Trail 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 Z-Trail sandals, hand wash with warm water, mild soap and allow them to air dry (away from direct sunlight).

FAQs


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.

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.

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

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07/09/2025
S
United States United States
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Heel

I tried out these shoes after seeing someone out and about in them and they loved them. And I really wanted to love them. I have a narrow foot with a narrow heel and a high arch…and mild bunions. The problem I had was that no matter how I adjusted the straps, my foot wouldn’t stay centered in the shoe, which caused my heel to hit the side of the back “rock guard” when I walked. The rest of the shoe was comfortable, and my bunions were happy, but this screamed blisters-waiting-to-happen.

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07/07/2025
April
United States United States
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Mostly great

I got these in 2022. I took pics to show how they, for some reason, fit me on an angle-my heels almost go off the outside edge rather than staying centered on the heel, leading to excessive wear on the outside edge, making it more uneven. I have low-volume/skinny feet, so all my Xero shoes have the laces/straps rather shortened to fit me better, maybe that’s why these fit so off center on the heel. Other than that issue, I have been very pleased with the sandals, but wouldn’t get another pair unless I could get the heels to stay centered.

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07/06/2025
Fawn P.
United States United States
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Perfect

I bought a couple pairs of xero sandals when they were first coming out. Since they've advanced and expanded the xero sandal line, I haven't been sure which ones to get. I finally got a chance to go in to the store to see the sandals in person. The z-trail EV is the winner. The tread is great for trails, the tightening system is simple, the strap fabric is comfortable and dries quickly, and the foam bed is luxurious. This is the perfect outdoors sandal. From what I recall, the z-trail was the same , except without the foam footbed. It was more true to the barefoot feel. For sizing, I wear a 7.5 or 8 in most brands. I wear a 7.5 in xero closed toe shoes, and a 7 in xero sandals.

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07/04/2025
Megan
US US
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Please update the material in the footbed!

I can only wear minimalist shoes because of feet problems and these are my favorite sandal, but I would stop buying them in a heartbeat if someone made the same lacing/thickness design but with more of a grippy non foamy footbed (like how chacos or lunas feel on the feet, but just as the layer that touches your feet). Hiking in them is fine until they get dirty or wet. When they get dirty, the texture from the dirt on the foam is really gross feeling on the feet. I have hiked barefoot on the way down before just to avoid this. It is a slip & slide when they get wet. They don't last a long time, but I don't really expect them to with being a minimalist shoe and all. All that said, they are comfy and light with the perfect amount of ground feel for me for most instances and they fit my wide feet well.

A Xero Shoes Customer
B
07/01/2025
Betty
United States United States
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I LOVE these sandals!

I have several pair of shoes from Xero and love them all. I have worn these only a few times and they were comfortable right from the start. They are easy to adjust and I think that flap behind the heal keeps stones from kicking up into the sandal. These are now my everyday summer sandals. The quality is amazing and it feels so good to support a company like this. Thank you, Xero ,for creating great barefoot style shoes!!!

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Natural Fit

Natural Fit

Wide toe boxes let your toes spread and relax. "Zero-drop" non-elevated heel for proper posture.

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Our patented FeelTrue sole protects your foot while giving your brain the feedback and stimulation required.

Natural Motion

Natural Motion

Flexible soles let your foot bend and flex naturally. Low-to-the-ground design for balance and agility.