Alpha BlackBear

Summary: Barefoot huarache sandal with an extra-wide hemp/leather upper and 5–14mm Vibram trail sole.

1. Overview

The Alpha BlackBear by Toetem is an affordable lightweight barefoot sandal for men and women designed in the United States with excellent overall versatility.

Overall:

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Basic Details

  • Thin: [5–14mm] sole for proper ground feel.
  • Flex: [excellent] bend for natural movement.
  • Width: [extra-wide] foot-shaped toebox for splay.
  • Zero-Drop: [0mm] same height in front/back.
  • Barefoot: [feels] like being fully barefoot.

2. Features

The Toetem Alpha BlackBear has a extra-wide foot-shaped toebox, thin 5–14mm outsole, excellent flexibility, and firm ground tread, and is made with leather, rubber, synthetic, natural, recycled, vibram, and sustainable materials.

Price:

$$

Specifications

  • Gender: [men/women] in multiple styles.
  • Materials: [natural] leather, rubber, recycled, vibram, sustainable.
  • Toebox: [foot-shaped] for natural toe splay.
  • Volume: [high] for raised arches.

3. Performance

The Toetem Alpha BlackBear provides excellent breathability, is not water-resistant, has a minimal tread that can last for 5000+ miles, and is ideal for casual, hiking, indoors, trail running, and walking in warm and hot climates.

Durability:

5000+ miles

Specifications

  • Airflow: [excellent] breathable/wicking.
  • Water: [not] for wet terrain.
  • Activities: [5] casual, hiking, indoors, trail running, walking.
  • Climate: [2] warm, hot.

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