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Made for active lifestyles and controlled workouts, the men's Vivobarefoot Primus Lite Knit Natural road-running shoes have a zero drop and outsoles designed for enhanced performance and durability.




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View all Vivobarefoot Men's Road-Running Shoes| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Barefoot |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 0 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 3 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 3 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | 91% TENCEL/5% hot melt/4% Roica |
| Lining | 91% TENCEL/5% hot melt/4% Roica |
| Outsole | Primus |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 2.8 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
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After trying multiple sizes, I finally landed on the right fit—and these exceeded expectations. The Primus Lite Knit feels incredibly lightweight and flexible, almost like wearing nothing at all. The knit upper is breathable and adapts well to the foot, especially once broken in. What really stands out is the ground feel and stability—great for walking, workouts, and even light jogging. Once I sized correctly, the comfort level changed completely. The extra space allows natural toe splay without feeling sloppy, and the shoe still locks in well. If you're considering barefoot shoes, this is a solid choice. Just take the time to dial in your sizing—it makes all the difference. (I'm size 10 but these fit perfectly at size 9)
This is an extremely light weight shoe that I plan on taking on my travel adventures. I like how stylish the color is so I can take them out during the night or have the ability to use this on a hike. I do not plan on using this for actual running but it can definitely do the job in a pinch. I want this to be my new daily shoe and also protect my foot health being able to have a roomy toe box.
The good: The are very lite weight, breathe well. The Bad: they fit about a size large. The insole feels good at first, but it is fullest and does not have enough friction to stick to the sole of the shoe, so it ends up shifting and skating around when you walk or run. The material binds up on the laces so as you move the laces get out of position and pucker the fabric, causing pinching and what not. One of the weirdest and worst pair of shoes I’ve owned. Returned.
I feel like they fit true to size. I’m used to running in Luna sandals but wanted something a little more secure for fast road running. These feel light, breathable, comfortable. If you’ve never ran in a zero-drop or barefoot shoe before these may feel lacking in cushion or support. They seem expensive for what they are but as long as they hold up for a while they seem worth it.