--- product_id: 634993523 title: "Xero Shoes Men's Genesis Sandal - Lightweight, Minimalistic, Travel-Friendly" brand: "xero shoes" price: "$202.72" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Xero Shoes" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/634993523-xero-shoes-mens-genesis-sandal-lightweight-minimalistic-travel-friendly store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Packable, rolls flat for travel 5mm FeelTrue® rubber outsole for barefoot feel 4.6 oz (Men's 9) ultra-lightweight Xero Shoes Men's Genesis Sandal - Lightweight, Minimalistic, Travel-Friendly **Brand:** xero shoes **Price:** $202.72 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🥿 Step into the future of barefoot comfort—light, sleek, and ready for every adventure! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Xero Shoes Men's Genesis Sandal - Lightweight, Minimalistic, Travel-Friendly by xero shoes - **How much does it cost?** $202.72 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/634993523-xero-shoes-mens-genesis-sandal-lightweight-minimalistic-travel-friendly) ## Best For - xero shoes enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted xero shoes brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Custom Fit in Seconds:** Patent-pending tension adjustment system ensures a secure, personalized fit that stays put all day. - • **Travel-Ready Minimalism:** Ultra-lightweight and pre-laced design lets you slide in and go—packs flat or clips to your bag for effortless mobility. - • **Barefoot Freedom, Elevated:** Experience the perfect blend of natural ground feel and essential protection with the exclusive 5mm FeelTrue® outsole. - • **Vegan-Friendly & Built to Last:** Sustainably crafted with a 5,000-mile sole warranty—style and durability you can trust. - • **Durable Traction for Every Trail:** Dual chevron lugs deliver confident grip whether you're on city streets or rugged paths. ## Overview The Xero Shoes Men's Genesis Sandal redefines minimalist footwear with its ultra-light 4.6-ounce design, barefoot-inspired 5mm FeelTrue® rubber outsole, and innovative tension adjustment system for a perfect fit. Engineered for travel and everyday wear, it packs flat, rolls up, and clips easily to your bag. Durable dual chevron lugs provide reliable traction on diverse surfaces, while vegan-friendly materials and a 5,000-mile sole warranty ensure long-lasting performance. Ideal for professionals seeking stylish, comfortable, and versatile sandals that keep pace with an active, on-the-go lifestyle. ## Description The simplest, most versatile sandal your feet will ever love. We’ll let Xero Shoes expert, Randy Kreill, tell you about the Genesis: Start enjoying your Xero Shoes Genesis just moments after they arrive in your mailbox. It’s called the Genesis because it was inspired by our first product, our DIY sandal kit, and one of mankind’s first footwear designs. Then, of course, we updated it with the experience we’ve had and feedback we’ve gotten, from making barefoot-friendly sandals since 2009. Why you’ll love the Genesis: The right combination of barefoot-friendly ground feel plus protection, thanks to our exclusive 5mm FeelTrue® rubber outsoles Lightweight – men’s 9 is only 4.6 ounces each Elegant contour to hold your foot, but without unnecessary support Pre-laced — just slide in your foot and go Patent-pending tension adjustment system — find the perfect fit in seconds, and then you can slide your Xeros on and off in a flash Super soft toe loop — since the huaraches-inspired lacing goes around your entire foot, you don’t feel the toe loop the way you do in a flip-flop or other thong sandal Nylon Achilles strap with Silicone grip — holds on securely and comfortably Elevated ankle holes — the lace never touches the ground, and so it won’t abrade Trim to fit — with just kitchen scissors, you can trim the Genesis to match your foot shape Vegan-friendly 5,000-mile sole warranty! Review: A little more cushion - They are very stylish, if they had a little more cushion they will be perfect Review: Most comfortable shoe I've ever worn, once you get the straps adjusted - I first bought these Genesis shoes back in 2020. They were very comfortable, but I could never get the strap around the back of the heals adjusted correctly so that they would stay in place. They kept sliding down off of the heal which leaves nothing to keep the shoes on your feet. I gave up and didn't wear them for a couple of years. In 2022, I found a video on the Xero shoes website on how to properly adjust the straps. I decided to give them another try. With a bit of trial and error, I was finally able to get the heal straps to stay in place. Once they were adjusted correctly, I found that they were the most comfortable shoe I'd ever worn. I wear them everywhere. The soles are thin, which is a big part of their appeal. They're extremely comfortable on flat or soft surfaces. Walking around a store, on pavement or in the dirt or grass is almost like being barefoot, only better. The pavement gets HOT where I live and these things do a great job of protecting my feet from the heat. Most of the time, I barely know they're on my feet. The thin soles aren't so great when walking on gravel, stone or other rough or jagged surfaces. If I know I'll be walking on those types of surfaces, I'll wear my Xero Z-Trek IIs which have a thicker sole and provide more protection. After about a year of wearing the Genesis' full time, the rubber tag on the back of both heals came unglued which allowed the thread holding the ends of the straps together to come apart. Sad, but they lived a productive life. For a while, I promoted the Z-Trek IIs to my full time shoe. They're good, comfortable shoes, in their own right, and I wouldn't want to be without them, but they can't compare to the barefoot feel of the Genesis. I wanted my Genesis back so I bought another pair. Armed with the knowledge this time of how to adjust the straps, I was able to get them adjusted for my feet in no time. My feet are happy again. I would like the shoes to last for more than a year, but if I need to spend $40-$50 a year on new pairs, I can live with that. ## Features - Size up if in between sizes (this shoe is whole sizes only). Easy On/Off and Packable: Pre-laced and ultra-light—packs flat, rolls up, or clips to your bag for effortless travel and everyday wear. - Durable: Dual chevron lugs for traction on the trail and beyond ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07C8BJWYC | | Arch Type | neutral | | Best Sellers Rank | #152,346 in Shoes & Handbags ( See Top 100 in Shoes & Handbags ) #4,161 in Men's Thong Sandals #7,124 in Men's Fashion Sandals | | Brand Name | Xero Shoes | | Closure Type | Lace Up | | Colour | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 1,025 Reviews | | Embellishment Feature | slip on | | Fit to Size Sentiment | True | | Heel Type | Flat | | Insole Material | Rubber | | Item Type Name | Sport Sandal | | Item Weight | 5.1 Ounces | | Lifestyle | Casual | | Lining Description | https://i.ibb.co/Q9rBpDq/Black.jpg | | Manufacturer | Xero Shoes | | Manufacturer part number | GEN-BLK-M10 | | Material Type | NEW! A super minimalist sandal for travel, walking, running, camping, and more | | Model Name | Genesis | | Model number | Rubber outsole | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Casual | | Outer Material Type | Rubber | | Pattern | solid | | Recommended Uses For Product | Walking | | Sandal Type | Slide | | Sole Material | Rubber | | Special Features | Lightweight | | Strap Type | adjustable-strap backstrap thong toe-strap | | Style Name | Genesis | | Target Audience | Men | | Toe Style | Open Toe | | UPC | 818403020729 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant | ## Images ![Xero Shoes Men's Genesis Sandal - Lightweight, Minimalistic, Travel-Friendly - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51rPmtfKPyL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is there a reason these cost so much? Bill of Materials does not seem extensive. Wondering if something is special about them.** A: Great question! All of our shoes and sandals would use our patented FeelTrue Rubber for durability, grip, and flexibility, which is backed by our 5,000 Mile Sole Guarantee! Likewise, the Genesis would use our Amuri Hardware Kit for additional strapping adjustments, and a paracord lacing for holding onto the feet! If you were looking for a more cost-friendly option, the Genesis is in essence a premade and upgraded version of our Do-It-Yourself FeelTrue Rubber sandal kit available through our website. **Q: Is the material for earthing? as in does the material allows for electrons from the earth to your feet?** A: Not really , how ever it does allow your feet to move naturally and and allow your feet to work the way they are supposed to and since they are a zero drop in other words no padding so you do get some feed back from the ground but if you want the full effect of the negative ions and electrons , my recommendation would be to go barefoot if you're a avid barefooter as I am then you'll want the full effect of the negative ions and electrons. I hope I've answered your question. **Q: When do you expect to restock size 13 Mens? Thanks!** A: We currently do not have an exact date but they will most likely be restocked during the Spring of 2023. We'll send a notification when they are available again. **Q: How easy is it to get on and off? Can you do it one handed? Do the laces have some stretch?** A: Easier with two hands but it can be done with one. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ A little more cushion *by H***O on 7 June 2022* They are very stylish, if they had a little more cushion they will be perfect ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Most comfortable shoe I've ever worn, once you get the straps adjusted *by E***I on 23 August 2023* I first bought these Genesis shoes back in 2020. They were very comfortable, but I could never get the strap around the back of the heals adjusted correctly so that they would stay in place. They kept sliding down off of the heal which leaves nothing to keep the shoes on your feet. I gave up and didn't wear them for a couple of years. In 2022, I found a video on the Xero shoes website on how to properly adjust the straps. I decided to give them another try. With a bit of trial and error, I was finally able to get the heal straps to stay in place. Once they were adjusted correctly, I found that they were the most comfortable shoe I'd ever worn. I wear them everywhere. The soles are thin, which is a big part of their appeal. They're extremely comfortable on flat or soft surfaces. Walking around a store, on pavement or in the dirt or grass is almost like being barefoot, only better. The pavement gets HOT where I live and these things do a great job of protecting my feet from the heat. Most of the time, I barely know they're on my feet. The thin soles aren't so great when walking on gravel, stone or other rough or jagged surfaces. If I know I'll be walking on those types of surfaces, I'll wear my Xero Z-Trek IIs which have a thicker sole and provide more protection. After about a year of wearing the Genesis' full time, the rubber tag on the back of both heals came unglued which allowed the thread holding the ends of the straps together to come apart. Sad, but they lived a productive life. For a while, I promoted the Z-Trek IIs to my full time shoe. They're good, comfortable shoes, in their own right, and I wouldn't want to be without them, but they can't compare to the barefoot feel of the Genesis. I wanted my Genesis back so I bought another pair. Armed with the knowledge this time of how to adjust the straps, I was able to get them adjusted for my feet in no time. My feet are happy again. I would like the shoes to last for more than a year, but if I need to spend $40-$50 a year on new pairs, I can live with that. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sandalias minimalistas buenas *by N***E on 22 June 2026* Zapatos minimalistas que compre para mi novio, le encantan, practicamente los lleva todo el año. Tienen la suela extremadamente fina, cosa que le gusta para notar mas el suelo y fortalecer bien el pie. Aun que personalmente no las recomendaría a gente que tenga los tobillos un poco hacia dentro o se le tuerzan los pies, porque los cordones que tienen no sujetan prácticamente nada el tobillo. Aun asi, buena compra, muy buena calidad, y para gente que ya está en el mundillo de los zapatos minimalistas, son un 10/10. ## Frequently Bought Together - Xero Shoes Men's Genesis Sandal - Lightweight, Minimalistic, Travel-Friendly - Nitecore NU25 UL, Black, Rechargeable Headlamp --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/634993523-xero-shoes-mens-genesis-sandal-lightweight-minimalistic-travel-friendly](https://www.desertcart.us/products/634993523-xero-shoes-mens-genesis-sandal-lightweight-minimalistic-travel-friendly) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-09*