Xero Naboso Sport Sandals
- Price
- $165
We offer this model by request only. This means we don't stock them on our shelves, but if you use our restock alert system to let us know you're looking for them we'll try to bring them in for you (subject to availability).
Get the foot-stimulating benefits of Naboso Prioproception technology with the summertime freedom of Xero's best-selling Z-Trail sandal.
The Naboso sandal has a unique sole with three layers:
The bottom has Xero's FeelTrue® rubber for great grip and abrasion resistance. The middle layer of TrailFoam™ provides an incredible amount of force absorption and protection. The footbed is a Naboso 1.5 Technology layer that stimulates your feet.
The sole still maintains enough flexibility to allow for natural movement and ground-feel!
Skin has a relationship to movement, and that includes the bottom of your feet. We find that our customers who spend time barefoot build up literally tougher skin over time, in addition to being more familiar with tactile input in that area of the body. The Naboso footbed may feel more mild if you incorporate a lot of texture into your movement rich lifestyle. The opposite is true for those who are used to extremely cushioned shoes and very little sensory input on the soles of the feet, your skin may be more sensitive at first.
If you find the sensation intense at first, you can work up to wearing these starting with wearing them for a short time while sitting, gradually increasing wear time and standing time as you feel comfortable doing so. Playing with texture is another way to get used to this, and we recommend doing so as your feet have tons of nerve endings for a reason: they send information to your brain that helps you navigate as you move through the world!
This classic looking adventure sandal is tough enough for trails and will enrich your movement time through the whole summer, whether you're sliding them on for a long walk or just to run to the store. They dry quickly if you get them wet, and once you get the straps set to the shape of your feet they are super convenient to don and doff. Set it and forget it!
New to Minimal Shoes?
Our customers seem to find these polarizing as a transition option. Some people find the stimulation from the Naboso textured footbed helps them in their transition, while others find it overstimulating at first. For most though, it's just a matter of getting used to a new sensation, and they become quite comfortable after a few wears.
The Naboso sandals have a high amount of ground feedback and a medium amount of cushioning, so they are somewhat forgiving while navigating unnaturally hard surfaces like pavement. If you've never worn minimal shoes or sandals before, check out the Z-Trail EV for comparison.
We recommend these to folks who are looking to develop a stronger understanding of their body's relationship to gait, balance, and space.
Sizing and Fitting Notes
W = women's sizes: thinner straps and slightly less wide, M = men's sizes: thicker straps and wider. A women's size 9.5 is roughly equal in length to a men's 8 (1.5 sizes' difference for conversion).
This model tends to fit true to size. Xero makes these in whole sizes only, so if you normally take a size that ends in point five, round up to avoid toes hanging off the edge (if you normall take a 9.5, order a 10).
The Z series of sandals from Xero including the Naboso sandal, Z-Trek, and Z-Trail EV, are all very easy to adjust to get a secure fit for almost any volume or shape of foot.
If you have any sizing questions we're happy to help.
Sizing
Shipping Information
We’ll process Canadian orders within 2 business days (Tuesday - Saturday). International
orders ship weekly.
Discounted shipping is automatically applied to orders over $100 within Canada.
Free Local Pickup can be selected to save on shipping costs.
More Shipping information here.
Shipping
Order Processing:
We’ll process your order as soon as we can, usually within 2 of our business days (Tuesday - Saturday). Our products are shipped directly from our Toronto location. Orders within Canada can be expected to ship within 2 business days, and International orders ship weekly.
When we print your shipping label and your package is ready to ship, you’ll get an email notification with the tracking number and relevant info.
If you made a mistake while ordering, such as ordering the wrong size or colour, please let us know at info@cooleastmarket.com at your earliest convenience.
Shipping Options:
Discounted Flat Rate according to Region via Canada Post
We are introducing Discounted Flat Rates for customers based on where you live in Canada.
Once your cart total reaches $100* or $200, a flat rate will be applied to your check-out based on your postal code.
The flat rates include: free, $5, $10, and $15 (based on your cart total and where you live)
*if your cart total is under $100, regular Expedited shipping will be applied
Why the new shipping rates?
This new tiered flat rate system was created based on a need for our small business to catch up with rising costs of shipping, whilst also giving our customers a better shipping rate than if they were to pay at full cost. To make this fairer for everyone, we created these flat rates based on the region of the shipping address, as shipping costs are determined by region.
Local Delivery via Trexity
If you are in the GTA, you can choose the Local Delivery option at check-out.
We use a delivery service called Trexity that is based in Toronto. The order will arrive within 1-2 business days and it will be delivered by a courier straight to your destination. You will also receive an email or text letting you know when it's been delivered.
Local Pick-Up
You can also arrange to pick up directly from our store in Toronto and eliminate the shipping charge. Just choose the Free Local Pickup as your shipping option. You will receive an email letting you know when your order is ready to be picked up. When you arrive, let us know your name and/or order number.
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International Shipping
International orders are shipped through a Canadian border shipping service called Chit Chats. It is calculated based on the total weight of your order and your destination. You will be able to see the price before paying during online check-out. Once the shipping label has been printed, you will receive an email with tracking number and relevant info.
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Shipping Troubleshooting:
If you experience an issue with shipping such as getting a message that your parcel has been delivered when it hasn’t, please contact us at info@cooleastmarket.com so we can look into it for you. We’ll ask you to check a few things and then look into it with the relevant shipping service.
Custom Shipping Services:
For large orders or to arrange other shipping options such as courier please contact us directly and well in advance at info@cooleastmarket.com
Pickup available at 1390 Danforth Ave.
Usually ready in 24 hours