Born to Run Shoes - Men

Product Description

“I never found a shoe company I could believe in until I put these on my feet. I’m so happy to partner with Xero Shoes, and I’m 100% confident in recommending them to anybody.”
– Christopher McDougall, co-author, Born to Run 2.

“The Mesa Trail II gives the fit and feel I want with the protection I need for the mountains. The Zelen is my all-purpose shoe for every day and my go-to for road running.”
– Eric Orton, co-author, Born to Run 2.

The Trail and Road Shoes Natural Running Experts Love

Christopher McDougall and Eric Orton, co-authors of the best-selling Born to Run 2, have teamed up with Xero Shoes to create exclusive versions of their favorite naturally inspired running shoes.

The Mesa Trail II and Zelen’s lightweight, foot-friendly designs have already helped tens of thousands of people experience the joy of barefoot-style running.

They’re also an eye-catching, minimalist must-have for everything you do.

Wearing the Born to Run trail and road shoes says you’re part of a community that’s serious about running faster and further with ease – and keeping your feet healthy and happy doing it.

Pair The Ultimate Running Shoes With the Ultimate Running Plan

When you buy the Born To Run Mesa Trail II or Born to Run Zelen, you can get an autographed copy of the best-selling book Born To Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide for just $20, discounted from $30 MSRP.

In this follow-up to Christopher McDougall’s iconic Born to Run, co-authors McDougall and Orton dive even deeper into how to be a happier, healthier runner – and human being.

Here’s what you’ll discover in Born to Run 2:

A complete 90-day training plan, adaptable for multiple goal distances
“Movement snacks” and form drills to develop optimal running technique in just minutes a day
A library of simple, easy exercises to build your “foot core”
Inspiring stories of diverse runners transformed by the Born to Run 2 approach
Free access to the Born to Run training app in Training Peaks

Born to Run Mesa trail II

Best for trails
Color: BTR Red with Born to Run logos
Breathable mesh upper with moisture-wicking lining
Welded sidewalls, durable toe cap
Adjustable in-step and mid-foot straps tension straps for secure fit
Vegan-friendly
Removable 3mm sock-liner (for more/less barefoot feel)
Rugged 3.5 mm lugs for on-trail traction
3.5 mm TrailFoam™ layer
Light weight: 8.2 oz (232 g) M9

Born to Run Zelen

Best for roads, tracks, and pavement
Color: BTR blue with Born to Run logos
A road running shoe made with recycled upper materials
Breathable knit upper with silky-smooth sock liner
Adjustable in-step and mid-foot straps tension straps for secure fit
Vegan-friendly
Removable 3mm sock-liner (for more/less barefoot feel)
5.0 mm FeelTrue™ sole with tire-inspired tread
Light weight: 7.8 oz (221 g) M9

WE MAKE TRAIL AND ROAD RUNNING SHOES 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 Born to Run Mesa Trail II and Born to Run Zelen.

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 Live Life Feet First!

We recommend ordering your usual 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.

*If you normally buy a Euro or UK Size, check out the handy conversion charts below.

Men’s Sizing Chart:

US Sizes	EU Sizes	UK Sizes
6.5	39.5	5.5
7	40	6
7.5	40.5	6.5
8	41	7
8.5	41.5	7.5
9	42	8
9.5	42.5	8.5
10	43	9
10.5	43.5	9.5
11	44	10
11.5	44.5	10.5
12	45	11
12.5	45.5	11.5
13	46	12
14	47	13
15	48	14

Women’s Sizing Chart:

US Sizes	EU Sizes	UK Sizes
5	35.5	3.5
5.5	36	4
6	36.5	4.5
6.5	37	5
7	37.5	5.5
7.5	38	6
8	38.5	6.5
8.5	39	7
9	39.5	7.5
9.5	40	8
10	40.5	8.5
10.5	41	9
11	41.5	9.5
11.5	42	10
12	42.5	10.5

Any questions? Contact the Customer Happiness Team, call us at 303 447 3100, or send us an email. We’re here to help.

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.

Caring for your Xero Shoes

To clean your Xero Shoes, hand wash with warm water, mild soap and allow them to air dry. We do not recommend putting them in the washing machine or dryer.

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05/27/2023

Oscar

Used on hike

Just got these and have not done any running yet but took them on a good hard hike. Held up great, light but sturdy enough, will try to update review after a few runs but so far love them.

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05/26/2023

Andy K.

Great Feeling Shoe!!

Love these and the feel to the ground run is awesome!! I look to buy another pair for casual wear with some khaki shorts on hikes!!

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05/22/2023

Steve E.

Fantastic Shoes

I love my Born to Run shoes I want to order more but would like more color choices. And possibly a slip on choice.. do you have these.

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05/20/2023

David L.

Run narrow

The shoes, that is. Right around my midfoot. Other than that, great.

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05/16/2023

Sean F.

Great road runner

Zellen is a great road running shoe. Been using the HFS for a couple years which are great. The Zellen is noticeably lighter that the HFS. Only draw back I see on the Zellen is the toe portion of the shoe is only connected to the back part of the shoe by the sole. Which makes the toe section seem a bit loose. It's great for running in a straight line but for activities that have quick, direction movement like cross training the toe feels loose and there seems to be movement. Overall the shoe is very comfortable, feels sock like. The heel and arch area grip the foot snuggly, the toe is nice and loose but maybe a little too loose.

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05/13/2023

John B.

Best minimalist trail shoe

It is the perfect combination of trail-feel and protection, with just a little bit of cushion. Fit my wide feet perfectly

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05/12/2023

Perminder S.

Another great shoe from Xero shoes

I am a personal trainer, retired physician and rehab director. I wear xero shoes all day long and recommend them to all my clients. All my clients who have bought these shoes have noticed significant improvements in their performance and problems like ankle, foot, knee, hip and back pains. Many have been able to avoid knee and hip replacements, what they were contemplating before using these shoes. Born to run shoes are another great pair of shoes from the house of Xero shoes. Thank you.

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05/11/2023

David D.

Awesome feel

Takes a little getting use to but feels so much better than very cushiony shoes

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05/09/2023

Doug G.

The Shoes I’ve been waiting for.

I have long been a fan of minimal shoes and have Vibrams older than my teenager. Xero shoes are the perfect balance of comfort, function and the minimal dream!

Born to Run Shoes - Men