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A woman standing in the Summit 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 SummitYou feel the ground and stand in a natural posture.

Nothing pressing. Nothing tilting.

What you get with Summit

One pair that handles the trail, the gym and the flight home

1

Your toes spread the way they do barefoot

The front is shaped like a foot rather than tapering to a point.

2

You stand level instead of tipped forward

A zero drop, low profile base keeps heel and forefoot on one plane.

3

Footing you can trust on loose ground

A three dimensional tread holds wet rock, loose dirt and pavement.

4

Cross a stream and carry on walking

Serrated drainage channels clear mud, grit and water.

5

One pull and you are ready to go

Elastic laces with a quick lock toggle, so there is nothing to tie.

6

Cool and dry rather than damp by lunch

A breathable flyknit mesh upper moves air straight through the weave.

The details, if you want them

Style
Barefoot outdoor multifunctional shoe
Best for
Hiking, walking, camping, gym, cycling, water activities, travel
Upper material
Flyknit mesh with moulded overlays
Lining
Moisture wicking mesh
Outsole
Rubber with a three dimensional tread
Outsole features
Serrated water drainage channels, wear resistant
Sole profile
Zero drop, low profile
Toe box
Wide, foot shaped
Closure
Elastic laces with quick lock toggle
Season
All four seasons
Fit
True to size
Care
Spot clean with mild soap, air dry away from direct heat

What to expect

The first two weeks

Your feet need a few weeks.

  1. Day one, wearing the Summit 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 Summit for a short walk

    Day 4 to 7

    Half a day

    Short walks outside.

  3. Sitting outside in the Summit after a walk on a trail

    Day 8 to 14

    Most of the day

    An easy trail one afternoon.

  4. Walking easily along a trail path in the Summit

    Day 15 on

    All day, every day

    Wear them anywhere.

Why it works

What Summit actually does for your feet

Overhead view of the Summit showing its wide foot shaped toe box

Your toes finally have room

Shaped like a foot, so your toes spread.

Side view of the Summit showing its level zero drop sole

You stand level, not tipped forward

Zero drop, heel and forefoot on one plane.

Three quarter view of the Summit showing its low profile rubber sole

Sure footing on ground that moves

Rubber tread that grips wet rock and dirt.

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.

12 oz per shoe

Weight you stop lifting, every day

0 lb

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

Why this pair

Summit against the shoe you pack now

In real use
Summit
A stiff hiking shoe
A long day walking
SummitFoot shaped
A stiff hiking shoeTapered, squeezes
Wet rock and dirt
SummitRubber tread holds
A stiff hiking shoeHard sole slides
Crossing a stream
SummitChannels drain it
A stiff hiking shoeWater sits inside
Standing posture
SummitZero drop, level
A stiff hiking shoeRaised heel
Uneven ground
SummitFlexible, reads it
A stiff hiking shoeRigid, holds still
Getting going
SummitOne pull and done
A stiff hiking shoeHooks and laces
Warm afternoons
SummitFlyknit, wicking
A stiff hiking shoeSealed, traps heat
Packing for a trip
Summit10 oz, covers all
A stiff hiking shoe12 oz, one job

Fit and anatomy

Shaped like a foot, not a wedge

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

Overhead view of Summit 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.

  • 5 stars: 121 (78%)
  • 4 stars: 34 (22%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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P
Pam E.
Love them

best trail shoes

R
Rob B.
fine shoes

adequate

A
Amy V.
Perfect

exactly what I needed

G
Gary E.
Excellent

very happy

N
Nancy B.
like but

Really love these for hiking

S
Susan Y.
Amazing

training for long trails, these are perfect

P
Paul C.
Excellent

could be more breathable

S
Susan G.
Amazing

so comfortable

P
Paul Q.
Amazing

they work okay

R
Rick R.
Great shoes

satisfied

R
Ron S.
good shoes

Leaf covered trails, no slipping at all

C
Carol T.
Love for training

they work well

L
Lisa X.
Great shoes

satisfied enough

D
Dave Z.
fine overall

good

C
Carol K.
Amazing

good enough for my needs

S
Steve U.
comfortable

happy but minor sizing issue

G
Greg D.
Amazing

like them but could use bit more padding on rocks

R
Ruth H.
Excellent

Section hiked PCT, these held up beautifully

A
Ann L.
Perfect

Stayed on my feet even in pouring rain on muddy trails

R
Ron Q.
decent buy

comfortable but toggle laces come loose on long hikes

R
Ruth R.
great buy

Most comfortable trail shoes Ive owned

R
Ray T.
Amazing

meet my needs

D
Donna W.
okay

good for most trails

D
Donna X.
good overall quality

Im 64 and these keep me hiking strong

D
Donna M.
love but wish more cushion

love them

T
Tony G.
Perfect

price is fantastic for quality

P
Pat I.
Perfect

Switching to barefoot, these made trail transition easy

K
Ken A.
Great shoes

Better balance on trails at my age wiht ground feel

D
Doug M.
Perfect for fall hiking

hike daily

L
Laura Z.
Amazing on Pacific Crest

great for trails

P
Paul X.
good but laces loosen

Love trails

B
Brian N.
Great in rain

happy but wish for better arch

Questions

Summit questions, answered

How do I choose my Summit size?

Most people fit true to size. Because barefoot shoes can run slightly short and feet swell on long climbs, size up half a size if you are between sizes, have wider feet, or hike all day. Women use US Women's sizing and men use US Men's sizing, set with the buttons at the top of the page.

What kind of hiking are the Summit made for?

They are rugged hiking shoes for technical trails, steep ascents and descents. A breathable athletic mesh upper pairs with a protective 5mm lugged sole and a reinforced toe guard for rocky, uneven terrain.

What does the reinforced toe guard do?

It is a tougher panel over the front of the shoe that protects your toes when you kick rocks or scramble over stone. Your toes still get the room of a wide toe box, just with extra defense up front.

Will I still feel the ground on a zero drop hiking shoe?

Yes. The zero drop trail platform keeps you level and connected to the terrain, so you feel the trail and adjust your footing naturally. The 5mm lugged sole adds grip and protection without a raised heel.

How do I care for them after rough hikes?

Let dried mud crumble off, then brush the lugs and toe guard clean. Wipe the mesh with a damp cloth and mild soap and rinse the sole. Air dry them out of direct heat so the mesh and toe guard hold their shape.

Is there a difference between the women's and men's Summit?

They share the same rugged build, tread and toe guard. Only the sizing scale differs. Choose Women or Men at the top of the page for your sizes.

What if they do not fit right?

You have a 30 day money back guarantee. Reach out within 30 days for a full refund if they are not right. We ship to the US and CA.