Xero Shoes HFS Review | Barefoot Lifters Best Friend?

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The Xero Shoes HFS is a great minimalist training shoe. This model makes you feel as though you're running and lifting barefoot and is super lightweight and flexible.
I personally love training barefoot, so I was really interested to see how the Xero Shoes HFS would do in the gym and for casual runs. This model is somewhat of a hybrid between a barefoot running and training shoe.
In this Xero Shoes HFS review, we're going to break down all of the essentials that you need to know about this shoe before investing.
0:00 Xero Shoes HFS Pros
1:37 Xero Shoes HFS Cons
2:57 Performance
6:14 Xero Shoes HFS Worth It?
6:54 Xero Shoes HFS Sizing
7:48 Price
8:17 Construction
10:29 Wrap Up Thoughts
Overall, I've enjoyed my time training in the Xero Shoes HFS. They do a good job with running and provide a nice flat surface to splay the toes and lift from.
I do think that if you're new to barefoot training and lifting, then you may find these uncomfortable at first, and I'd HIGHLY suggest acclimating to this style of training and shoe before going all out with your training in them.
For the high-performing lifter and runner looking for a barefoot shoe, I think they'll like the Xero Shoes HFS.
If you have any questions on this model, or how it compares to the Xero Shoes Prio (review + comparison vids coming soon), hit me in the comments!
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@thenoblesavage 3 года назад

NO WAY! I asked in the comments maybe two months ago if you'd do a review on barefoot shoes AND YOU DID!!! You're awesome! Thank you!!!

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

Ay! I’m super interested with these styles of shoes and the anatomy/training of the foot. Expect more to come with this shoe category in the near future 💪💪 Thank you!!!

@odessa2553 Год назад

You do amazing reviews. Very thorough!

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Thank you!

@dianarojas4299 3 года назад

I only recently came across your channel and you explain everything so well, and you kept me engaged too!! honestly appreciate these reviews so much. I'm on a hunt for an allrounder training shoe, so I'm really taking your opinion into consideration, Thankyou ^_^

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

I really appreciate you saying that and checking out my vids! Sincerely, thank you 💪💪

@wayward.son1 Год назад

Fantastic review! Your video was extremely helpful. Bravo

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Thank you for checking it out 🤝

@andrewf9322 2 года назад

Have the in grey. Bought them for lifting. So comfy I now wear them for pretty much everything :)

@emiliocostaguta1000 2 года назад

Great video. Awesome production

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Thank you!

@Barelyyogi Месяц назад

My first entry to the barefoot shoes and didn’t disappoint. I recently ordered an inov8 and vivo so that I can have something to rotate this shoes with. I think I’m going to keep only my ONs for long distance running & maybe my fave Nobull for training and then give away the rest as I am sure I wont be using ‘em anymore. I wish barefoot shoes were more affordable. I live in the Philippines and shipping can be rather costly. Awesome shoes and awesome review, Jake!

@thatfitfriend Месяц назад

Ay, glad they're working well for you! Thank you for checking out the content!

@Anthony_Torres 2 года назад

Just bought a pair i cannot wait to try these out

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Keep me posted 💪

@JamieR 3 месяца назад

These look awsome. Got a pair ordered to get back to barefeet shoes after a while with regular soles (yuck). Thank you for reviewing this!

@thatfitfriend 3 месяца назад

Nice! Let me know how you like them?

@daveyadict_ 3 года назад

I'm super curious about these as well. I had a pair of ASICS years ago that were nearly nothing. Can't remember the model but I loved them. They were my go to for leg days. So I'm very curious about these too

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

They definitely have their pros and cons when it comes to the grander scheme of movement, training, and all of the individual context that comes along with those variables! I plan to make more barefoot training videos in the near future on top of the minimalist/barefoot shoe reviews 💪

@joshuahaydon5312 Год назад

Just picked these up for $60 due September Sale. Great deal.

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Very nice

@poofdula 3 года назад

cognizant is my word for the day

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

😂😂😂 not a bad word of the day

@hunterreed9049 2 года назад

Wish they had these in stock more often!

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Same. Xero Shoes stock are either full or completely empty, lol. Never an in-between!

@fikretpajalic1224 3 года назад

I thought Prio model is more suited to lifting. Jake's new favourite word cognisant.

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

It technically is due to the heavier construction, but honestly, I've been loving the HFS just as much and I like the lighter nature of it. Both are solid for training, IMO.

@krakatoasundra 3 года назад

imo, running in cushioning and motion control will de-condition stability and shock handling muscles in the feet and lower legs. will make ur feet weak.

@bijumathew2432 3 года назад

Can you do a review on the urus shoes from bearfoot athletics?

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

For sure! I’ll add it to the list 💪💪

@Sevensliders Год назад

Hey man, how does this model do in inclement/rainy weather? Thanks for the review!

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Not great! Upper isn’t super water resistance and outsole’s tread is meh on slippery surfaces. And thank you!

@thebryanpereira 9 месяцев назад

Please make an update on the hfs 2!!

@thatfitfriend 9 месяцев назад

On my todo list!

@paulclaveloux6771 3 года назад

Hey, Jake! I know minimalist shoes aren't built with stability in mind, but did you try any olympic lifts with them and if so any thoughts on how they performed? Thanks!

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

Great question! They’re actually pretty great for stability when it comes to providing the body the ability to ground the feet, however, when it comes to Oly movements, stability demands will be different (to your point!). I did not test them in this context for two reasons. 1. For Oly movements, I like having a bit of a Heel to sit back on for performance reasons. It helps support my dorsiflexion/upright torso positioning from a performance output context. 2. The lack of heel makes catching weight pretty rough. There’s not a ton of support, so if you were to use them for Oly movements, I’d just suggest to be cognizant of your mechanics and how you’re catching:absorbing loads! Can they work in this context? Yes! But i think the above two should be considered for every lifter 💪💪

@paulclaveloux6771 3 года назад

Thanks for detailed/excellent info! Big fan of the site!

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

@@paulclaveloux6771 you’re welcome, I appreciate that, Paul! 💪

@michaelking4578 Год назад

I go up a full size to 14.

@druf. Год назад

On the fence on getting these for daily, gym and occasional trail shoe. Did you have any issues with small pebbles getting in through the mesh holes?

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Not the biggest deal/doesn't happen a ton, imo!

@Je66384 2 года назад

Would you prefer the 360s or HFS for long runs? I want one that will be durable enough for 4-6 mile runs, or maybe even longer

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

They’ll both for you, IMO, but I’d say go HFS for their tread patterning in this context!

@ishanparekh5309 9 месяцев назад

Xero prio vs xero hfs vs primus lite 3 for gym and daily wear (lot of walking)? I currently got primes lite 3 but I am going to return them as they have a hole in the upper mesh just within 1 month so they don’t seem durable. However I did like how they felt. So confused between hfs and prio. I also see hfs 2 out but I have seen mixed reviews about those. Thanks

@thatfitfriend 9 месяцев назад

I think the HFS would be a good call. They should get the job done and look better than the Prio, imo!

@adrianchng7184 2 года назад

How about reviewing the new Xero 360 training shoe? It's pitched as a training shoe suitable for crossfit

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

In the mail arriving Thursday 😊

@adrianchng7184 2 года назад

@@thatfitfriend Bought mine 2 days ago. Gonna take a while to get to Singapore so looking forward to your review, hopefully before i get my shoes. Huge 10k fan. Had a good time reading all your reviews and comparison articles. Great job!

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

@@adrianchng7184 thank you so much! I appreciate you checking out the content 💪

@gladstonewilliams4167 3 месяца назад

Can you suggest a shoe for doing plyo exercise ? Thank you 🙏🏾

@thatfitfriend 3 месяца назад

Do you want a barefoot shoe or training shoe? If barefoot, HFS, TYR DropZero, and Notrious Lift Radix, and Tolos Arch 2.0 all work greaT!

@rjsmithfiddle 3 года назад

I started CrossFit 4 months ago. I was already an avid barefoot style shoe wearer and have been training in my Merrell Vapor Gloves and Trail Glove 4s. Which I've been fine with EXCEPT for rope climbs. Had a WOD last week with 20 rope climbs in it and burnt a hole in the bottom of my Trail Gloves. I'd love to find a minimalist shoe that can hold up to volume on rope climbs, but can't find many reviews addressing this. About ready to just snag some Nano Xs to wear only for rope climb days. But have been looking at the Inov8 barefoot shoe and the No Bulls. Any thoughts?

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

Totally get that - I think even the Xero Prios would burn up fast on rope climbs and they're designed to be a bit more training focused. Honestly, might not be a bad idea investing in a pair of Nano Xs while they're on sale and keeping them in reserve. You can probably find a great deal on them ATM and they'll last a while if you're only using them here and there! I vote Nano X over NOBULL + Inov-8 for rope climb tasks. Also, that’s awesome - keep crushing 💪💪

@rjsmithfiddle 3 года назад

@@thatfitfriend Thanks for the advice! Just snagged a pair for $65. I had already purchased a new pair of Trail Glove 4s before I burned the hole in them, cause they were wearing out anyway, so not a massive loss. But don't want to risk the new ones as they're my favorite all around shoe and Merrell mucked up the later versions.

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

@@rjsmithfiddle Welcome! You'll have to keep me posted with how you like them. Also, as I dive deeper into barefoot shoes, you'll have to let me know what your favorite models are so I can add them to the queue!

@rdrake316 2 года назад

@@thatfitfriend 360 Cross-trainer is your answer. It just came out this week.

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

@Tyler Sudden II I just ordered a pair! Moving in 2 weeks so let's hope they come in time 😅

@nosrep51 2 года назад

What size did you buy and what size do you normally wear?

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Bought a 10 for continuity of other review purposes and I’m a 10!

@arykgrosz 11 месяцев назад

I'm trying these out to replace my 210-XF. The problem with the Inov-8 is that there is no traction on wet fields for sprinting which I do a lot of. Also when pushing or having to anchor, I find that they slip on the turf in gyms. The HFS has 3mm more of padding which feels like a lot coming from the 210 Bare XF. When running in them you can feel the cushion for sure and they stick to the turf much better. I don't do high-abrasion stuff like rope climbs, just need good grip for all terrain, zero drop, low to the ground, good toe-splay, and as light as possible. Is there any other shoe I should look at? Only other one I think would be the Primus Lite III. I tried the Trail FG and didn't like the lacing system as it didn't hold my feed in place and felt like too much material around the foot. Any other ones that you think would be good?

@thatfitfriend 11 месяцев назад

I think the best model for this would be the new Motus Strength JJF but their price point is painful. That model's lugs and construction would resonate with your asks, imo! The Xero Shoes are decent, but I don't find their tread to necessarily be the best especially if an ask of yours is for wet surfaces!

@arykgrosz 11 месяцев назад

@@thatfitfriend I thought that the tire-inspired sole would work well on wet grass...at least seems to be better then the thread pattern on the Motus Strength, don't you think? I'm likely keeping these shoes for years so I don't mind the price point. I found that the HFS when sized up a half size feels too "baggy" in the forefoot area...and also looks a little funky (which you mentioned before in your videos). Do you have any idea if they'll introduce other colorways besides black?

@zanelobetos4276 2 года назад

Best barefoot shoe. I have 2 pairs one for work and one I use for powerlifting

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Hell yeah! I’m testing the 360s now…they are pretty freaking solid thus far 💪

@zanelobetos4276 2 года назад

@@thatfitfriend will be waiting for that review 🤙🏽

@scottburkhardt6859 2 года назад

Can you rate this at a court shoe? Considering for basketball, officiating not playing.

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Could be solid if you’re used to barefoot shoes! Should have adequate tread, too!

@Nick-1828 Год назад

Which barefoot shoe would you recommend for just daily use? Not specifically running/working out

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Check out the Tolos Archetype 1.0. Those have been some of my faves lately due to their appearance and price point. I have a review up on them! Wildling, Splay, and Vivobarefoot also work well based on your daily wear asks.

@paulclaveloux6771 2 года назад

Hey, Jake! Xero just dropped a new model, the 360, for "cross training". You think you'll be getting a pair and doing a review? Thanks!

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

100%, I'll add it to the queue :)

@paulclaveloux6771 2 года назад

@@thatfitfriend Looking forward to it then. Thanks!

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Thank you for keeping an eye out! 💪💪

@Gosleh 5 месяцев назад

I think I’ll stay true to size but on the off chance my feet are somewhat squished, do you think removing the insole permanently would be fine on my feet?

@thatfitfriend 5 месяцев назад

Should be okay, but that's a loaded question and you'll have to feel that one out. You may find you like the insole in or to rotate shoes like myself, but you won't know until you try and give your feet exposure to this style of footwear

@krakatoasundra 3 года назад

once u get acclimated to barefoot, u’ll have leg of steel. sprint on the toes. long distance run by striking the forefoot and lightly roll back to the heel.

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

Yesss! I love it! Keep the advice coming 💪

@krakatoasundra 3 года назад

@@thatfitfriend it’s a good idea to acclimate to barefoot shoes slowly. do too much, too soon and one increases their risk of blowing out their feet because their feet are not strong enough.

@krakatoasundra 3 года назад

@@thatfitfriend also, it is unnatural for human beings to heel strike while running because it would make the heel hurt. the only reason people do that now is because of invention of cushioning shoes in the 1960’s. striking on the heel will increase risk of knee injury because the knee was never designed for the high impact of running with heel striking. in the 1950’s, it was rare for runners to get injured, but running injury was way more common in the 1970’s.

@gaelazulay7386 Год назад

What is the difference with Escalante Model from Altra ?

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Very different! One is a traditional barefoot shoe and Altra will have a higher stack height and more cushion! Both are solid, just like comparing apples to oranges, though.

@ishanparekh5309 2 месяца назад

Has anyone experienced top of the foot pain / injury from running in barefoots shoes? I have been running in the xero HFS for 2-3months and I am a beginner and I have this top of the foot pain and I have stopped running since a week. Would love to know if Andrew or anyone else had a similar experience. Thanks.

@thatfitfriend 2 месяца назад

Ease in, homie. Sounds like your volume/intensity are too high for your tissue capacity and threshold. I have a video discussing this. Decrease frequency/volume and run on softer surfaces as you acclimate. It can take a LONG time to acclimate to running in barefoot shoes on concrete and timelines can vary greatly.

@roti1873 5 месяцев назад

Would using these on the elliptical wear them down too fast?

@thatfitfriend 4 месяца назад

I don't think so! They last a while on road which will beat shoes up more than treadmills typically

@MasoNowa Год назад

Have you worn the prio? They're the same price right now. I'd be using it mostly for lifting but do a lot of strongman training

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Yes and I’m reviewing the Prio Neo now! Def go with that model over the OG. These have been pretty sick and have a better construction for the gym

@MasoNowa Год назад

@@thatfitfriend if you could have a prio or an HFS for $60 which would you rather have for general training? Worried about durability

@thatfitfriend Год назад

@@MasoNowa I’d go Prio neo at this point in time, but HFS May be better for strongman training because you won’t have the same huarache straps which would be my durability concern for your training context especially with heavier yokes/high ankle stress exercises/events

@migglewiggle521 10 месяцев назад

How do these do in wet conditions, rain, are they slippery?

@thatfitfriend 9 месяцев назад

Pretty slick. Not my fave!

@mutaned0 Год назад

Looks like you really love the word "cognizant"

@thatfitfriend Год назад

LOL, it’s just such a beautiful word. For real though, if you watch enough of my vids I’ll typically have 1-2 words I say a lot in certain vids for whatever reason. Think it’s like a tick I do when filming at times 😅

@O.IZ.E 2 года назад

Xero actually has a cross training shoe it’s the xero 360

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

Yup! Just published that review, linked below! 💪 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-caXDjuuq0HI.html

@Smattyy Год назад

Do you know how long your foot is in centimeters?😊 I’m trying to find the perfect size for this shoe. The return process is such a pain in the ass.

@thatfitfriend Год назад

Getting this to you today! Finally found my tape measure in my garage, LOL

@Smattyy Год назад

@@thatfitfriend Haha ok nice😄👍 It would help to know what type of fit to aim for in these. I’m quite new to the minimalist shoe world. I find the heel against the wall method to be the best one when measuring the foot😅

@thatfitfriend Год назад

@@Smattyy I'm right around 26.67-27 cm and I wear a size 10 US and they fit well!

@Smattyy Год назад

@@thatfitfriend Appreciate the information a lot thank you! I hope I will get the right size and I believe I will now👍

@thatfitfriend Год назад

@@Smattyy Ay, awesome! Glad it helped. Sorry it took me a minute. When camping this weekend and totally forgot to hit you back prior!

@Ronzo777 3 года назад

Nice gait.

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

Can’t tell if sarcasm or not! I’m playing with my running style right now and it’s been a ton of work re configuring my running

@Ronzo777 3 года назад

@@thatfitfriend Haha no it actually wasn't! Relearning how to walk and run in barefoot shoes is no joke. Looks good. Only critique would be to shorten your strides a bit!

@thatfitfriend 3 года назад

@@Ronzo777 definitely is no joke! appreciate that feedback seriously - decreasing length and increasing stride frequency has been two of my bigger struggles!

@thesii213 2 года назад

@@thatfitfriend Ah yep. Definitely shorten those strides and increase your frequency. You might also try stretching your hip flexors before you run so you can "sit back" a bit more as you have just a bit of an anterior pelvic tilt here. Or... trying running totally barefoot on smooth pavement and let that guide your biomechanics for a bit!

@thatfitfriend 2 года назад

@@thesii213 love it! Thank you 💪💪