Wonderful!

Glad it helped!

Thank YOU!

You’re so welcome!

Thank you for the heads up, I’ll be getting elemental with the comfort laces, like you! Very much appreciated🙌🏼☀️

You’re welcome! I do think they could be a good alternate for long hikes - I’ve taken mine before to switch from normal hiking shoes because I love the feeling of not being cramped in a shoe and you get such a good feel for the ground. Just be cautious because the open toe makes it easy to stub a toe or get a cut. I usually only take them on simple hikes so I don’t have to worry about that, at least if I’m trying to move quickly.

@@RenewalFitCoach I am thinking of doing a flip flop on the AT this year. If I do, then I would try them out there. I might have to break in my legs long before that b/c the sandals will be very different kinetics than my Altras. Thank you for replying...

@@kicktree Have you ever read more about barefoot walking/running and why it’s beneficial? Flip flops aren’t good for the feet. I would suggest reading more about the mechanics if you haven’t already for healthier feet and stick with shoes like earth runners and Altras that are more secure and allow you to walk naturally

@@RenewalFitCoach I have some knowledge about flip flops and how they force toes to clinch. LOL my flip flop referral was meant to describe a pattern of backpacking a long trail. When a hiker flip flops a trail, he starts in the middle then hikes to one terminus. Then finds a way back to the middle and hikes to the other terminus. Its a popular pattern on the Appalachian Trail. Oh my... I have to be careful of my terminology regarding footwear!!! LOL and peace.

@@kicktree oh, haha! I don’t know hiking terms like that. I assumed shoes since we were talking about sandals already. Well, enjoy your hikes!

Good question. I rarely get gravel in the shoes but it does happen, especially if I’m on a dirt trail. Surprisingly it’s not as bad as you might think, but it may also depend on foot shape and how a person walks. It can be a bit annoying but it’s so rare for me that’s it’s not a big deal.

Which do you have?

@@kaylynnosburn4305 I have the Circadians with performance laces.

@@kaylynnosburn4305 I have the Circadians with performance laces.

Sorry for the delayed response, I didn’t get a notification for your comment. All of the laces are good for hiking and running in my opinion, but the company seems to recommmed the adventure laces for hiking because they’re most sturdy. I would be least likely to use the ergonomic sandals for long hikes just because they’re softer and thinner, but I have done short hikes in them. All depends on how sensitive your feet are and how strenuous the hike is

That is really helpful! Thank you so much!

To be honest I have this problem sometimes too. Adjusting the entire lace (not just tightening at the buckle) helps, and I’ve also noticed that my feet change with heat/cold and that can affect fit. Beyond that I’m not sure - I would contact Earth Runners to see what they suggest

Yes I have. These don't do that for me but the original Xero sandals did.

When it rains? No idea. I guess you either embrace wet feet or don't wear them? Not sure if anyone else has more creative ideas. I just wear barefoot-style sneakers when it's cold out instead of my earth runners. I wish @earthrunners would make sneakers!

@@RenewalFitCoach thank you for your quick reply! I agree, maybe they will. My husband has a pair of Xero sneakers. Maybe I’ll try those, maybe you have reviewed them already! I will look to see if you have 🙏🏽

@@janetlefrancois621 I haven’t tried or reviewed Xero sneakers yet. I have a cheaper shoe from Whitin that I got on Amazon and I like them

@@RenewalFitCoach thank you! I will check them out.

​@@RenewalFitCoachI have two pairs of Xero and really wanted to like them (especially that I used to live close to the company hq). The ideas and general design is good, but the soles are horrendous regarding traction. They slip so much that I don't feel I can trust them on even minimally adventurous places. Wet rocks? Forget about it. I'm about to buy my second pair of Earth Runners after over 3.5 years on my Circadians. The place finally broke out of the plug on one, but a local cobbler (in Nepal currently) fixed it in just a few minutes for next to nothing :) But they are very worn and it's time for a fresh pair. I was thinking of maybe the Primal (new version of Elemental) hoping that the rubber foot bed would be more traction in water on the foot. But after hearing the fabric actually provides better traction, I'll stick with them I feel. It's really my only concern while wearing them, other than that they're a 10/10 for me and I've never trusted a shoe to grip as much as my Circadian. It's worth so much to be able to trust your shoe while doing some crazy rock hopping! Earth Runners for the win 😊

I just tried and it only works if you do it in all caps. Try that?

I think they do. They still feel minimalist but I find them more comfortable and more “padded” feeling. The difference is only about 3mm though.

I would ask your doctor or physical therapist about that who knows the mechanics of your feet and the cause of your plantar fasciitis. They’re essentially like wearing no shoes, so at whatever point you’re cleared to walk barefoot these could be fine I’d guess.

For me, they’ve been very comfortable and have had no effect on my skin, but I’ve heard for some people they’re uncomfortable or can rub the skin. You might want to read reviews on the website. I think it’s different for everyone, but they seem to be comfortable for the majority once broken in

My limited understanding is that any type of grounding reduces the risk, but I can’t say for sure about the shoes. Probably a better question for Earth Runners regarding the shoes. They’re very responsive on their IG from my experience

Don't touch a hot fence. :) electricity takes the path of least resistance.

I’m not aware of a natural material that grounds us AND is stable and protective to hike/walk/run in.

Maybe some research into natural materials would benefit?

Your yard itself is probably fine unless you use pesticides. There are actually little devices you can get that test conductivity and grounding if you want to know for sure. I’ve never used one but I know you can get them.

Maybe. You're better off digging a shallow hole, like what an animal might dig out quick on a hot day to lie in. You're trying to connect to a current that is obstructed by grass or cement. You want your feet on the "body" of the earth. Research a little more and you'll get a better answer

Absolutely!

That I don’t know, that would be a question for Earth Runners.

That’s probably a better question for your doctor. A lot of people do better with supportive shoes. These are like walking barefoot. So if barefoot feels good for you, these probably would too. But plantar fasciitis requires stretching, strengthening and potentially other forms of therapy.

It’s the copper plug in the base of the shoes that is doing it. You’d have to ask the company directly about any further science on conductivity as it pertains to the material of the shoe as that it not my area of expertise.

That's too bad. You might check out Grounded.com for other grounding shoes. I've never tried other brands but there are some out there that make other styles, they just may not all offer the same barefoot style for healthy feet.

That would be fun, but I don’t have a meter. Maybe I will get one eventually

What a good idea. I just got a meter and I have a pair of sandals made by attaching an earthrunners strap to a xero shoes sole. Tried them out with an earthing mat. Basically didn't work. I can get a connection only very briefly by moving my foot around and pressing down. Might possibly work better with an earthrunners sole as they're firmer, but the copper was touching the mat, so I doubt it. Fortunately doesn't matter too much to me: this strap and sole together are still a comfortable sandal for me and when I can I'll go fully barefoot.

@@JohnMoseley There is a video i saw of the man in America who created a sizeable business in earthing products who proved his shoes etc worked using a volt meter, thats why i am guessing he was successful.

@@JohnMoseley I’m guessing because there’s no copper plug in the sole of the Xero shoes? Or maybe because you’re on a mat and not on actual ground?

@@RenewalFitCoach No, there's a copper plug. The plug's attached to the earthrunner strap, which I use with the Xero shoes sole. And the mat is grounded: the meter shows that if I step on it with bare feet. But I don't know. Maybe somehow the strap would work better with an earthrunner sole. I'd say, get one of the meters yourself. They're cheap and easy to use and I think it's probably a good idea to have one to test any product that claims to ground you.

You would think that the strap would wear out but it’s really sturdy. I’ve had one of my pairs for around 5 years and it’s still nowhere near falling apart. But even if you wear them heavily, you can just buy new laces if the e sole is still good

@@RenewalFitCoach But the strap comes through the bottom, looks like it's made out of nylon which is a good sturdy product, as flat as the sole is would you not feel the bumps on either side when walking?

@@Alwayscatlike I have never noticed the straps when walking. I know it logically doesn’t make any sense, but it works!

@@RenewalFitCoach Wow...thank you for responding so fast holly! Can I order through your review channel so you can get some kudos?

@@Alwayscatlike So kind of you to ask! I believe the link is in the description, but as long as you use my discount code I’ll get credit. It’s RENEWAL10 (all caps) and will get you 10% off 🙌🏻

Surprisingly, no. Mine are a little scuffed as to be expected, but still holding up really strong

That is true….but kinda gross to walk on city concrete barefoot

@@RenewalFitCoach ours are pretty good but the sandals are nice when you don’t want to barefoot.

I copper part is attached to the laces. I would think it could be removed but I think it holds the laces in place. You’d have to ask Earth Runners. It’s never caused slipping for me and you don’t feel it at all. There is research and science behind grounding but it’s not as studied and scientifically backed as more modern medicine concepts. It seems to hugely benefit some people and not work so well for others. But if you just like the sandals you can leave the plug and probably won’t notice it. I honestly wear them more for the comfort and flexibility than any grounding benefits. I don’t notice drastic benefits form the copper.

Grounding is definitely a scientific concept.

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Try it in all caps.

@@RenewalFitCoach I did several times. Oh well. I bought the sandals anyway without a discount; bought the extra insurance for theft protection and paid for priority shipping. It came to over $100. I hope the earthing feature works. I bought Espadrills, (sp) from Spain, that have straw soles for "earthing/grounding" purposes also. It is so sad that other than leather soles (which come from a slaughtered horse) they don't make more shoes in a natural material without rubber or plastic soles.

@@emilybh6255 Thanks for letting me know. I’ll look into it

@@emilybh6255 ok, so, this is weird but I just tried it in lower caps with a capital R and it worked. Last time someone told me it didn’t work I could only get it to work in all caps. Strange! You might be able to cancel and reorder to contact them and see if they’ll apply the code still 🤷🏼‍♀️

Like most products I’m sure they’re marked up like crazy from what they actually cost to make. But I think they do all of the laces by hand and the quality of the sandals and laces are actually really good. Not typical cheap flip flop or sandal kind of material

​@@RenewalFitCoachthey use vibram soles. Good quality

I think I mentioned that some people take a while to wear them in. I have honestly had very few days where any of mine bothered my feet and if I did it was from wearing them for miles and miles. 95% of the time I find them super comfortable. But I can see how they could hurt people’s feet, too. no shoe is for everyone unfortunately 🤷🏼‍♀️

@@RenewalFitCoach the pain is so extreme I don’t want to wear them long enough to break them in. I’ve tried every possible adjustment. Talked to customer service for 45 minutes and they walked me thru adjusting them. I don’t understand how anyone could say they are comfortable yet all I see is positive reviews. I really don’t get it. I can’t possibly be the only one having this experience. Anyone?

@@user-sj5me5qx8c If customer service already helped you adjust them then I’m not sure. But I believe they take returns. If others are reading your comment, maybe you can specify what’s hurting to get better feedback.

@@RenewalFitCoach i already sent them back. I hope they return my money. Thanks

Life is short….don’t be rude!

Please refrain from being rude.

I haven’t ever found it inconvenient to have someone impart their knowledge to me and others for our common benefit, why are you here? To learn something possibly? Please be kinder, it is your choice…

Agreed - but not sure if your intent was rude or not. “These ones” isn’t helpful for those who cannot clearly see the content of the video. Using clear and explicit language is helpful for those with vision issues. But, important to SAY that when making comments like this if it was your intent. Otherwise, people think you’re just being rude and critical about her word choices

Please feel free to create your own video and use the manner of speech that you personally approve of. Rude.

You can run, sprint, do atheltics in an earth runner as the are strapped on... My brother is a sheriff deputy and they give innmates Crocks so they are less mobile and has seen them hurt themselves.

@@FredoFreedom i agree. i recently switch to Bedrocks and love them. but i still dont think i'll hike in them.