Kelso

Summary: Barefoot court shoe with a 6mm sole, wide leather toebox, and firm ground tread for casual.

Kelso

1. Overview

The Kelso by Xero Shoes is an affordable midweight barefoot shoe for men and women designed in the United States with excellent overall versatility.

Overall:

85%

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Basic Details

  • Thin: [6mm] sole for proper ground feel.
  • Flex: [great] bend for natural movement.
  • Width: [wide] foot-shaped toebox for splay.
  • Zero-Drop: [0mm] same height in front/back.
  • Barefoot: [feels] like being fully barefoot.

2. Features

The Xero Shoes Kelso has a wide foot-shaped toebox, thin 6mm outsole, great flexibility, and firm ground tread, and is made with leather, natural, and rubber materials.

Price:

$$

Specifications

  • Gender: [men/women] in multiple styles.
  • Materials: [natural] leather, rubber.
  • Toebox: [foot-shaped] for natural toe splay.
  • Insole: [thin] removable.
  • Volume: [low] for flatter arches.

3. Performance

The Xero Shoes Kelso provides great breathability, is water-resistant, has a minimal tread that can last for 5000+ miles, and is ideal for casual, gym, walking, and court in hot, warm, and cold climates.

Durability:

5000+ miles

Specifications

  • Airflow: [great] breathable/wicking.
  • Water: [water-resistant] for wet terrain.
  • Activities: [4] casual, gym, walking, court.
  • Climate: [3] hot, warm, cold.

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