You should add a donation option to your website incase someone shops for a different boot but still wants to give to the Áfrican rangers.

African Rangers are my every day boots.

I really love my AR barefoots, though I wish they had a version without the tapered (rounded) toebox (more in the style of vivobarefoot and friends). I have somewhat wide feet been and have been wearing barefoot shoes for a while, and I notice them squishing my toes inwards. Toebox shape is as important as width for the barefoot aspect.

I would love for a Jim Green kitchen shoe or boot to come out. Basically some existing model, but with a really oily leather for water resistance and a proper slip resistant sole (the kind with the really tight, high friction grid pattern) for wet/greasy tiles. That would be a market disruptor, so many kitchen shoes are DREADFUL quality disposable crap, and a shoe or boot I could resole would be fantastic.

I love my barefoot african ranger. First high quality leather boot I've ever purchased and i want to wear them everywhere.

I recently bought the African Ranger barefoot (size 10.5) to wear as a work boot (I know they are not safety rated). I wore Keen wide work boots (wide EE, size 10) for several years but later I realized that the toe cap was not wide enough for my toes. My big and pinky toes would rub on the sides (never on the tips) and when kneeling for extended time I would temporarily loose circulation in my feet (pins and needles). Prior to using the Super Feet “orange” pain relief insoles in my Keens I had issues with planter fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis. The insoles helped a lot but it didn’t fix my toe issue. I discovered “foot shaped” footwear and bought my first pair of Altra “Torin” 7 (size 10.5) shoes for walking. They offered a foot shaped toe box and a zero drop heel. They changed my whole outlook on footwear and brought relief to my feet (finally). That’s when I thought how I’d love to have that same feeling in a work boot. So I researched a bunch and decided to try the African Ranger barefoot. Being skeptical I didn’t know if I’d like or dislike them. They looked great so I’d give them a try since they had similar features of the Altra’s I owned. When I first tried them on I didn’t think they felt comfortable (just my opinion based on no insole). But I loved them even more in person that I had to find a way for me to keep them. I got a pair of Super Feet “green” insoles because they are a wide insole and would accommodate this boot. I found that this insole was a perfect match (for my foot needs) because the bottom plastic arch support is flat and the mid sole of this boot is firm due to the leather. I found that the Super Feet “orange” insole was better suited for a foam filled midsole boot and not for the African Ranger. So after using the African Ranger barefoot + Super Feet “Green” insoles for a few weeks I have not had any foot pain or discomfort. I’m so excited that I now have a great shoe and boot that is music to my feet. I’m officially a Jim Green boot fan and I plan on purchasing and wearing your boots for years to come. Thank you for making a unique boot that offers great features! One last thing, your laces are awesome. Many boots I’ve tried over the years for some reason the laces always come undone. Your laces stay tied all day (I wear your boots up to 12 hours a day) and I never have to retie them.

Yeah, Rose Anvil said that you didn't need to re create the wheel, just adapt the African Rangers. But we do need roomier toe boxes. Rose Anvil has NARROW feet so these boots are more than roomy for him. Please consider.

i’m so excited for the huston black barefoot! I wanted a black leather boot that wasn’t shiny

I love my African Rangers and the Nuuzmam boots

Once the barefoot version is available in Huston green I'll place my order!

I anxiously await green barefoot Ranger boots being my third pair.

I just purchased a set of barefoot rangers, because they have the leather mid sole. If you slapped a leather mid sole on your regular rangers, I'd have a set of those as well. Leather breathes better, I have less problems with it and it lasts longer. I'm certain I'm not the only one that would feel this way either.

Very excited to order the barefoot African Ranger in what looks like the Walnut Veg Tan from the Numzaan, the color second closest to Jason on his right-hand side. Glad I saw this video as I already had a pair of the Fudge color in my cart!

Rose anvil is the reason I found out about your company and the gateway to my new favorite boots. I always look forward to wear my bf ranger they are solid boots

African Rangers are my favorite boots. I'm so happy I purchased them.

I normally don’t wear boots as I feel most comfortable in sneakers but your sales pitch has absolutely convinced me, Wikus from District 9.

Still holding out for the BF AR in green! :) Hopefully available in Europe somehow.

I will watch this for sure later…I have to go to work, coincidentally in my AR resoled with vibram 2021s for a lot of standing on my toes. They sit next to my AR barefooted which I am in love with!!! Xoxo

Just got a pair of each. The toe box is not quite as wide as I was hoping, but it's still the best I've ever had. Mostly I prefer the regular Rangers, but the steel shank drags them down. They're going to be the backup and I'll wear the barefoots most of the time. What I've really been looking for is an athletic shoe that looks enough like a boot to satisfy the safety man. Timberland White Ledge comes closest, but they're rather cheaply constructed and they never seem to have the "wide" [normal] fit in stock, which is still much too narrow in the toe box.

My barefoot rangers are my every day wear. Since they arrived in December I have worn them everyday for every activity including, work, gym and hiking literally everything except running. They are hands down my all time favorite boot.

i recently got a pair of the barefoot version and they're by far my favorite boots i've ever worn. i do a lot of hiking in steep, rocky terrain and the traction they get is fantastic. another really underrated feature is that the sole does not hold on to mud, even sticky clay

My rangers are the best boots I have had. Cant wait to get the new colors.

Just got my barefoot African rangers soo far I love them

Got the green barefoot a week ago. I have been using them for work! So far so good! great in fact I am used to xero drop barefoot shoes for casual wear. Jim Green barefoot does have more rubber and cushion on the sole

Barefoot for hiking, regular for climbing ladders and walking trusses. Thanks!

I think the next boot to make would be a barefoot version of the African Ranger 8-inch (AR8)

I purchased a pair of the barefoot style last summer and it is a very well made boot. Thank you for all that you are doing for the rangers.

I am so pumped about these can’t believe you made them. Instant order!

Great comparison video. I had a hunch that the uppers were the same and this confirms it. Very informative too about the differences. I was wanting to order a pair of custom barefoot Jim Green boot, now I know exactly what to ask for in the specs!

These barefoot rangers have saved my back and knees. My balance is much better and I love the ground feel. Can’t wait to try the barefoot troopers. One day I’d love to see a safety toe barefoot boot so I can get back into the trades again and protect my joints.

rose anvil collaboration led me to buy, smart move jim green!

I was very happy to find a reseller in europe. I do need to break in my barefoot rangers some. Still loving them though…

I love the barefoot boots so much.

just ordered a pair of the barefoot version barefoot is all i buy due to foot issues, than you for your passion and offering!

I have a pair of both and plan on getting the stock in black because I didn't know you had them. Stock model has been a good boot for the winter, plan to use my barefoot model as my "summer" boots. Both fit/feel great true to size.

Great video! Been hoping for more sizing comparisons.

I have had the barefoot ARs for about a month now and love them! I ordered some buffalo ARs and they are supposed to come today. I can’t wait! I am quickly becoming a JG fanboy!

I'm curious if you've ever considered a leather sole option for the barefoot version for maximum breathability and ground feel (at the expense of having to resole more often)?

I love my AR barefoot, but I would really love an even softer sole. I think the resin runner might be stiffening it a lot. My favourite vivos are literally 3mm to the ground. I could also use more width in the midfoot.

How about a Stockman barefoot? I mean: a chelsea barefoot and Blundstone alternative?

You guys should add composite toes and make the best work boots

Which of the leather options would be better at taking a wax (Smith's or Sno Seal) for adding some water resistance? Think of picking up a pair of barefoot rangers for hiking, but live in the rather wet Pacific Northwest of North America.

I have the original A. Rangers, wear them a lot, & like the sole. It seems kind-of barefoot already, compared to my Danner & Red Wings. When does the AR8 come out in Green?

Just add a square-toe/foot shaped toe box that doesn't push the big toe inward, and you have the first PERFECT boot ever created! So close Jim Green 🤏

Could you do a razorback vs mean machine ? I have no idea what thebfifferenc is

I got the barefoot African rangers 2 weeks ago and they're the first barefoot shoes I've ever tried. I went on a trip to Italy for a week where it was supposed to rain a ton so I wore my timberlands while walking 8 - 10 miles a day and had a horrible time of it. I've had bad plantar fasciitis for years and heard barefoot might help with that so I took it into account along with the fact that I'd be getting a much lighter, more flexible boot and holy crap have I been impressed. I've worn these every day for the last 2 weeks and my feet feel great. No break in period for me, these felt amazing out of the box. All I've done is hit them with some sno-seal for water proofing.

Pleeeeaase make these with the walnut vegan tan

I got a pair of the barefoot AR's because of the Rose Anvil video and liked them so much that I got the stock AR's in buffalo hide. They will probably outlive me.

Waiting for the veg tan version

Which one is best suited for hiking and snowy conditions

I know you probalby dont check this but what is the heal toe drop in the regular rangers

Amy plans for a steel or composite African ranger barefoot boot?

did you all add a poron insert or something, it looks like there is something that I didnt see in the rose anvil video under the brown piece of leather on the back the insole in my pair on African Ranger bare foots

What is the difference between the black and houston black leathers on the african ranger?

I bought a pair of numzaan boots and African rangers, I really like both of them, but on the African rangers I could feel the steel shank, it kinda makes a lump under the foot. Maybe I will order a custom pair without a shank

Just ordered some barefoot yesterday!

Can you guys make these in 8 inch (steel toe/shank, electrical hazard rating for construction work)?

God I wish they had the African ranger with a “clean” moccasin style tread. I’d buy that thing in a heartbeat.

Are you going to offer US size 6 and 6.5?

What's sizing like for each of these boots? Are they true to size?

Could you include the Stack height and drop of each style Ranger? Both look good to me. I adapted to zero drop and walked better but the minimalist stack height has been an issue for me. A small drop and a medium stack have been my sweet spot. Thank you and best wishes.

Do you have a dedicated desert boot coming in the future? @Jim Green Footwear

Thinking about buying a pair of boots. Well, looking at the barefoot boot, it seems to be pretty light but the question is I walk in the morning through the wet grass what is the best thing to keep them waterproof?

I love my Barefoot Rangers! First things first. I got exceptionally fast service here in Vandalia , Illinois! I think it arrived in under five days. This is a real boot, made from real leather and it took a little break in time! For the first week or so they chewed my ankles! (Thick wool socks make all the difference.) Now, at this point they merely "gum" them almost gently! In a few more weeks we will be the best of friends! These are real end of the world foot wear that will stand up to most anything I'll be into. I'm looking into perhaps painting them with Otter Wax and sealing it with a heat gun for greater waterproofing. Has any of your other customers waxed their Nubuck boots this way?

It would be nice if your shoes are easily available in Europe. As it is now I would have to order from Germany (I'm living in Sweden) and pay around 20euros for shipping. And more or less the same if I would need to return them.

Just got a pair of the barefoot version. Another 5mm wider in the toe box (or less curve) and they would be perfect.

Do you ever plan on making a version of the regular African Rangers with a leather midsole?

Why not just use vegtan leather midsole and resin runner on both style of African Rangers

Where can I buy these in Canada?

bro anyway to buy your shoes in Mexico? cant wait to get my hands in some of those AR8 boots

Any plans to release the Barefoot model with buffalo leather?

I would really like a pair of African Ranger barefoot boots, but I don’t know whether you have a dealer in the UK?

I want the bear foot sole to be completely flat. As i get goat poop and mud stuck and digging out is annoying

Hello! I've got a question, but first I want to say I fell in LOVE with your barefoot rangers! They are amazing, thank you so much for your work. Here is my concern: I am hesitating to buy a pair of regular rangers for different uses, but I got wide feet. The barefoot ones fit me quiet well, but the width is allmost the minimum I can take (otherwise I start to feel squished and less stable/comfy). I have been looking at the custom options on your website, but there seem to be no compromise between the barefoot last and the classic Jim Green last. I would be sooo down for your classic boots with drop, steel shank etc, if they would be about as wide as the barefoot ones... And even with this video, it's unclear how much more narrow they are. In that regard, It would also be helpful to have not only the lenght, but also the width, on your size guide (sadly, only a few brands care for that detail). I Am in France, so getting your shoes cost me extra, and it is to pricy to send back, so I have to make shure... Anyway, I hope this comment is constructive, thank you in advance for you answer.

I hiked 30km a day for 10 days in a pair of vivobarefoot trail runners, I was the only one to have no blisters or feet problems. Barefoot shoe lovers feet become so much stronger, its a totally different game.

I saved up the money and I'm ready to buy some but you don't have any size 12's in the brown or suede!!!!!! How will I know when they're in stock?

My barefoots are fantastic. Have worn them daily for over a month; they are wonderful. How soon til we see the barefoot AR8?

How wide are the barefoot Rangers at the balls of the feet per size? I've sent an email and commented a bunch on your social media posts but haven't received a reply.

I will purchase a pare of Jim Green for my 13 year old

do you have a UK distributor? these are the perfect non for me.

Do you have anything in the works with stores in the USA so we can go and try them on before jumping in? I love the idea of the Barefoot Ranger, but buying online at ~US$190 is a bit of a risk.

If you ever come out with a women's fit version of the 'barefoot' with a true natural-shape toe box (no taper along the big toe), I would jump on it so quickly!

I just received my barefoot ARs today and love them! Please make a barefoot AR with a safety toe. There are NO barefoot safety toe shoes worth wearing.

Love my barefoot African Rangers! Great to own a barefoot boot with an actually solid construction. Do you plan on coming out with a barefoot version of the Stockman?

Are you guys going to do a Buffalo hide barefoot african ranger?

My Africa Ranger boots are bowed (?)

Why is the barefoot green so much more muted than the regular green on the right? Any way we can ensure that more muted color when we order? Thanks!

so if i want a wedge sole with a leather mid-sole instead of the lumpy, composite midsole that came with my brown ARs i have to buy the barefoot and have it resoled?

If i buy a barefoot ranger do you still donate a regular ranger ?

are the barefoot models able to be resoled?

you plan on making your boots available in europe?

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Is it possible to get an even wider toebox on the barefoot?

So the regular African Ranger boot has the same foot shaped toe box as the barefoot Ranger version? Thanks for making this comparison video!