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!

Z-Trail EV for everything you do.

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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.

Customer Reviews

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JB
06/20/2021
Judy B.
US US

comfy support

easy to adjust for secure fit, so comfortable I forget I'm wearing them!

AK
06/05/2025
Audra K.
US US

Lightweight Camp Footwear

I bought these to be used as camp shoes while backpacking so my feet can dry out or while I wear socks in the morning during breakfast. They're much lighter & more pack-able than my Chacos. I'm not sure about running or river crossing in Xero sandals, but they do the job I need them to.

CS
06/04/2025
Carla S.
US US

Outstanding!

They are the perfect camp shoe easily adjustable for bare feet or cozy socks after a day of hiking. Then perfect for in town doing errands. The only down side is I live in Ohio and can’t wear them year round.

RI
05/29/2025
Rachel I.
US US

Horrible cheap sandals

I ordered 2 pairs of sandals, the second pair was an exchange for the first as I thought I got too big a size. I decide to wear them 2nd pair for a day to see if they were the right fit. They are horrible and cheap, I would have been better off getting flip flops from the dollar store. My foot slides around in them no matter how much I adjust them. I own vivobarefoot shoes and vibram toe shoes. Vivobarefoot has an excellent return policy and let you try the shoes for 100 days and still return them. Xero shoes will not give me a refund as their return policy does not allow it. I will never buy shoes from this company again. I HIGHLY recommend vivobarefoot and vibram toe shoes for all your “barefoot” needs. I am stuck with these garbage sandals now that I wasted $84 on with shipping. Thanks for nothing xero shoes!

LH
05/28/2025
Lisa H.
US US

Good but can be improved

This is the most comfortable shoe I have and I wear it daily. 4 stars for comfort. I’d like a thicker sole option. Only 1 star for the Velcro strap, because it stops working within months, and starts to come open when I’m walking. The back strap would be better if it had some other more durable closure method. I use Correct Toes and it would be great if there was an option that was a slight bit wider only at the tips of the toes, since my little toe hangs off the edge.

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Enjoy Natural Comfort.

Natural Fit

Natural Fit

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

Natural Feel

Natural Feel

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.