Xero Shoes Z-Trail – the Ultimate Trail-Friendly Sandal

** Adults Z-Trail is no longer available in stores, links above redirect to the new model Z-Trail EV. Check it out for the latest reviews and specs.

Check out the complete Z-Trail review! Tested and reviewed by ultra-marathon runner Randy Kreill.

Product Description

The Z-Trail gives you an unparalleled combination of:

• Protection
• Comfort
• Light Weight
• Flexibility
• Durability
• Versatility
• and Affordability

What can you do in your Z-Trail sandals? 

• At the end of a day of hiking, pull off your heavy, stiff, boots and slip into the freedom, comfort, and flexibility of the Z-Trail… they’re so light you’ll barely notice them on your feet (and will barely tell they were in your bag!).
• Enjoy a run, on trails or roads, with the right amount of protection, and lightweight flexibility that’ll make you feel like you’re practically barefoot.
• Yoga class? Well, the grippy soles make the Z-Trail like having a yoga mat on your feet all the time. Do your own class anywhere you are!
• Head downstream… whether you’re in a canoe, a kayak, or a raft, the Z-Trail holds comfortably on your feet, and they float!
• Take a walk — anywhere you like, from a mountain trail to an urban jungle. The comfort of the Z-Trail will surprise you.

What makes the Z-Trail special is the 3-layer FeelLite™ sole.

• The bottom has our FeelTrue® rubber for great grip and abrasion resistance.
• The middle layer of TrailFoam™ provides an incredible amount of force absorption and protection.
• Then, the top BareFoam™ layer adds a perfect amount of comfort.
• And the FeelLite™ sole still maintains enough flexibility to allow for natural movement and ground-feel.

What’s the difference between the Z-Trek and Z-Trail?

That’s the Z-Trek on the left, and the Z-Trail on the right. You can see that the Z-Trail is crazy flexible, but not quite as much as the Z-Trek.

I like to think that the Z-Trail is about protection and comfort first, and the Z-Trek is about connection first.

If I’ve been wearing my Z-Trails around for a while, enjoying the comfort, when I then put on the Z-Trek, I think, “Oh, right, I can FEEL things again!” So I go back and forth between them, depending on how much I want to feel.

Let’s talk about weight! This is maybe the best part.

The Z-Trail is about 20% lighter than the Z-Trek. But that’s nothing. Let’s compare the Z-Trail to a traditional sport sandal:

The reviews for the Z-Trail have been AMAZING. Pretty much everyone says that they’re the best sandal they’ve worn.

Check out these reviews (and then click the REVIEWS tab, above to see more!):

 More reasons you’ll love your Z-Trail sandals:

• Super-comfortable tubular webbing — no hard edges.
• Adjustable Z-pattern — get the right tension across your foot, over your foot, and behind your heel.
• Three color combinations.
• 10mm (~3/8″) FeelLite™ outsole protects you from unpleasant surfaces while still providing great ground-feel.
• Elegant contour surrounds your foot but doesn’t add unnecessary support.
• Super lightweight — a Men’s size 9 sandal averages 5.4 ounces each.
• “Zero-Drop” — your heel isn’t elevated; your feet are anatomically correct.
• Rust-proof nylon hardware.
• 100% Vegan-friendly.
• Ready to wear — the lacing is already done for you. Just slide in your foot and go.
• Heel cup — keeps your heel in place, helps keep out debris.
• 5,000-mile sole warranty! Wear out your Z-Trail soles in under 5,000 miles and we’ll replace them for a nominal cost (details here).