Why your feet hurt

Your shoes have been working against your feet

Tap a spot to see why it hurts.

A woman standing in the Cascade shoes, side view showing her hips, knees, ankles and the ball of her foot
  1. When your feet are tilted all day, everything above them adjusts to compensate.

    In CascadeYour weight spreads across the whole foot instead of the ball.

Nothing pressing. Nothing tilting.

What you get with Cascade

One pair that works wet, dry and all the way home

1

Walk out of the water without squelching

Drainage holes in the sole let water run straight out.

2

Wet at noon, dry by the afternoon

Quick drying fabric, ready to wear again the same day.

3

Grip you can trust on wet rock

A non slip rubber outsole made for slick surfaces.

4

On and off in about two seconds

One pull on the toggle cinches them, and they slip off just as fast.

5

They pack flat and weigh almost nothing

The body twists and folds without losing its shape.

6

Room across the front, level underfoot

A wide barefoot toe box and no raised heel tipping you forward.

The details, if you want them

Style
Barefoot multifunctional water shoe
Best for
Beach, pool, stream wading, fishing, camping, hiking
Upper material
Stretch fabric with breathable mesh
Insole
EVA foam, perforated
Outsole
Non slip rubber
Sole profile
Zero drop
Toe box
Wide, barefoot shaped
Closure
Elastic bungee lock lacing
Drainage
Bottom drainage holes
Ventilation
Breathable mesh and vent holes
Reflective detail
Heel reflective strip
Care
Rinse in fresh water, air dry

What to expect

The first two weeks

Your feet need a few weeks.

  1. Day one, wearing the Cascade indoors on a wooden floor

    Day 1 to 3

    A couple of hours

    Around the house.

  2. Stepping out of the front door in the Cascade for a short errand

    Day 4 to 7

    Half a day

    Short walks outside.

  3. Sitting outside in the Cascade after a walk by the water

    Day 8 to 14

    Most of the day

    Near water one afternoon.

  4. Walking easily along a path in the Cascade

    Day 15 on

    All day, every day

    Wear them anywhere.

Why it works

What Cascade actually does for your feet

Overhead view of the Cascade showing its wide barefoot toe box

Your toes finally have room

Shaped like a foot, so your toes splay.

Side view of the Cascade showing its level zero drop sole

You stand level, not tipped forward

No raised heel, flat from front to back.

Three quarter view of the Cascade showing its flexible rubber sole

Wet one minute, dry the next

Quick drying, with drainage holes.

The weight

You do not wear your shoes. You lift them, about 7,000 times a day.

A normal sneaker adds a few ounces. Multiply that by 7,000.

11.5 oz per shoe

Weight you stop lifting, every day

0 lb

One shoe per step, at 7,000 steps a day.

Why this pair

Next to what most people wear to the water

In real use
Cascade
Flip flops or old sneakers
Out of the water
CascadeDrains as you walk
Flip flops or old sneakersWater sits inside
Wet rock and pool
CascadeNon slip rubber
Flip flops or old sneakersSmooth foam slides
Drying time
CascadeQuick drying
Flip flops or old sneakersDamp overnight
Underfoot
CascadeA full sole
Flip flops or old sneakersBare skin
Getting them on
CascadeOne toggle pull
Flip flops or old sneakersLaces to tie wet
Across the front
CascadeFoot shaped
Flip flops or old sneakersThong or tapered
Packing them
CascadeTwists flat
Flip flops or old sneakersA second pair
One pair covers
CascadeBeach, boat, camp
Flip flops or old sneakersSandals, trainers

Fit and anatomy

Shaped like a foot, not a wedge

Your toes should sit inside the outline, with room to spread.

Overhead view of Cascade showing its wide barefoot toe box

Put your foot on the insole. Your toes should sit inside the outline with room to spread.

It gives where your foot needs it to.

Room across the front, so nothing squeezes your toes together.

  • Foot shapedtoe box, room to splay
  • Zero dropheel and toe sit level
  • True to sizeelastic laces, nothing to tie

No seam across the top, so nothing digs in.

Questions

Cascade questions, answered

How should I pick my size in the Cascade?

Most people fit their normal size. Barefoot shoes can run slightly short, so if you are between sizes or have wider feet, going up half a size is the common call. Women and men have separate sizing, switched with the Women and Men buttons at the top.

What are the Cascade made of and what are they best for?

The upper is a breathable, quick dry mesh built for warm weather and light water. They are a great everyday pick for hot days, quick errands, and running around town.

What does the zero drop, 3mm sole feel like?

Your heel and toes sit on the same level, and the ultra thin 3mm sole lets you feel the ground under you. It feels close to walking barefoot, just with a layer of protection.

Do the Cascade need breaking in?

Not much. The upper is soft from day one. If you are new to barefoot shoes, ease in over a week or two so your feet adjust to the thin, flexible sole.

How do I clean the mesh upper?

Wipe with a damp cloth for everyday dirt. For a deeper clean, hand wash in cool water with mild soap and air dry away from direct heat. The quick dry mesh dries fast.

Are the women's and men's Cascade different?

Same design and same benefits. They are sized separately for women and men, so switch between the Women and Men buttons at the top to see the right fit for you.

What is your return policy?

You get a 30 day money back guarantee. If they are not right for you, reach out within 30 days for a full refund. We ship to the US and CA.