Zelen - Your eco-Friendly Road Runner

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Zelen - Your eco-Friendly Road Runner

Original price was: $129.99.Current price is: $51.99.

“They function exactly as described. Love the flexibility it gives my feet.” – Shane C.

Eco-Friendly and Vegan Materials
Zero-Drop Design for Natural Comfort
Durable FeelTrue® Sole for Confident Grip

Zelen - Men ~~$129.99~~ $51.99

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“This is the best shoe Xero Shoes has come up with thus far. It’s made with recycled materials. The sole itself is smooth, but grippy and excellent for road-running. It’s a real sustainable knockout.” – Jarvis C.

Introducing the eco-friendly Zelen: comfort and sustainability come together in this zero-drop, minimalist road running shoe made with recycled materials.

WHAT MAKES THE ZELEN THE IDEAL SUSTAINABLE RUNNING SHOE?

EARTH-FRIENDLY. VEGAN-FRIENDLY. FOOT-FRIENDLY.

The Zelen features a breathable knit upper made with rPET recycled material and a silky-smooth sock liner to keep you cool and comfortable mile after mile.

The flexible yet durable 5.0 mm FeelTrue® sole features a tire-inspired tread to give you confident grip and control on asphalt, cement, and pavement – all without sacrificing the ground feel and feedback you love from Xero Shoes.

The tension straps, made from earth-friendly recycled materials, are adjustable for added support and stability, allowing you to push further and faster. At a lightweight 7.9 oz per shoe in a men’s 9, the barely-there feel of this sustainable runner will have you flying down the road yellin’ “Zelen”!

PERFORMANCE AND STYLE.

The all-new Zelen is an eco-friendly performance shoe that’s fast enough to tackle your next half-marathon yet stylish enough to pair with jeans, shorts, or just about any attire. Hit your next sprint in these, then hit your next guys’ night.

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

If your feet don’t feel as good at the end of a run as they did at the beginning, you haven’t tried the 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 supports proper posture. The low-to-the-ground design promotes perfect balance and agility. And our flexible soles give you “just right” protection so you can bend, move, and flex while you Feel the World^® in total comfort.

Check out these reviews from Zelen wearers

Sizing

Men’s Sizing Tips

The Zelen runs fairly true to size. 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 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

Caring for your Zelens

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

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 100-day return policy.

Customer Reviews

4.4 Based on 448 Reviews

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Customer Photos

Zelen - Men - Customer Photo From Matthew Mccallum

Zelen - Men - Customer Photo From NEIL LANGRIDGE

Zelen - Men - Customer Photo From Michael Lank

Zelen - Men - Customer Photo From Jason Ball

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12/20/2024

John

Meh, Good for weightlifting

I've worn minimalist shoes in the past and really enjoyed them, but I struggled with these. First off, I had the same issue many others had where the insoles completely slid out while I was using them. Xero ended up having to mail me new ones for the shoes; apparently this was a known issue. I enjoyed wearing these on a few runs as they are lightweight and fit well. However, I tried wearing them outdoors when there had been a slight drizzle earlier in the day and I immediately slipped and almost fell. These shoes offer ZERO traction if there's even a little bit of moisture on the ground. I couldn't even walk down my driveway in them, they were that slippery. Obviously, this is a huge hazard. The only thing I use these shoes for now is at the gym, as they provide enough traction indoors and the zero-drop lets you connect properly with the ground while you lift. If you only use these at the gym then I could recommend them, but for safety issues I don't recommend using them outdoors.

Zelen - Men

12/20/2024

Xero Shoes

Thank you for sharing your experience with these shoes. It’s great to hear that you found them lightweight, well-fitting, and suitable for gym activities, particularly for lifting. However, we’re sorry to learn about the challenges you faced with the insoles and outdoor traction. The issue with slipping in wet conditions is definitely a concern, and your feedback highlights an important safety aspect that needs attention. We’re glad the replacement insoles were addressed, but we understand that the lack of outdoor grip limits the versatility of the shoes. Your insights are valuable for anyone considering these shoes and for the brand to address potential improvements in design and functionality. Thank you for taking the time to provide such detailed feedback—it truly helps others make informed decisions.

12/11/2024

Adele D.

Bigger than expected

I really like this design and colorway, but I ordered the equivalent size in Men's to my Scrambler that is in Women's, and it was way too big. I like roomy shoes, but this would've been flopping on my feet. Sadly, I had to return it, and the smaller sizes are no longer available. I hope that similar colors for this or other designs get released in the future.

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12/10/2024

Adam A.

United States

My favorite shoes

Bring back the Dark Grey/Red in Zelen shoes... those are my favorites!!

Zelen - Men

12/17/2024

Xero Shoes

Thanks for sharing your love for the Dark Grey/Red Zelen shoes! We’re thrilled to hear they’re your favorites. While we can’t promise a restock right now, we’ll definitely pass your request along to our design team. Customer favorites like yours often inspire future collections, so stay tuned for updates. Thanks for being part of the Xero Shoes family!

12/10/2024

Michael B.

I love all five pairs.

I now have six. I love them all.

Zelen - Men

12/10/2024

Alicia M.

Great shoes

I bought these for my husband and he loves them! He said they're the most comfortable shoes ever. It prompted him to buy several more pair of Xero shoes.

Zelen - Men