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Product Information:
- MBT® is the first physiological footwear that has a positive effect on the whole body.
- The 'Casual' lace-up features nubuck upper for great looks and easy care.
- Padded tongue and collar offers added comfort for immediate wear.
- Mesh lining helps wick away moisture for a healthy foot environment.
- Perforated, EVA insole provides added cushioning with antibacterial treatment to reduce odor.
- TPU and glass fiber shank adds firmness to sole construction and also ensures a natural rolling movement of the foot for even weight distribution.
- PU midsole with pivot is the balancing section underneath the metatarsus which requires an active rolling movement with every step.
- This activates a large number of stabilizing muscles throughout the whole body when walking or standing.
- Masai Sensor (Masai Barefoot Technology®) creates a pleasant feeling of walking on a sandy beach or soft moss.
- Instantly offers a natural instability to which the body automatically reacts increasing muscle activity.
- Durable rubber outsole offers lightweight support with good traction.
- Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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- 71% "Felt true to size"
- 84% "Felt true to width"
- 82% "Excellent arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 62 Reviews Total
Posted: Oct 23, 2008
Reviewer: Laurie S from Appleton, WI
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MBT Casual - fabulous shoe -
I have been wearing this shoe virtually daily for the past 3 years. It's nice looking enough to wear with business casual clothing and is so comfortable I simply do not want to be without it. I know it has strengthened my legs and core. I love them and would not be without them.
Posted: Jul 18, 2008
Reviewer: Rose H from Kansas
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
PLEASED ELATION -
Elation is the word for the level of uplifting serenity, relaxation, comfort, and walking confidence I received from my beautiful chocolate brown footwear that by far surpasses an object called a shoe.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: There is none other.
Posted: Jun 13, 2008
Reviewer: from Orlando
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Easy on my back -
These shoes have really helped my lower back problems.
Posted: Jun 12, 2008
Reviewer: Coffee S from Bentonville, Arkansas
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Well...
Ok so my mom recommended these shoes to me as I work on my feet all day with very little time to sit. Anyway, I thought alright I guess I'll spend way more on a pair of shoes if they will help me feel better by the end of the day. However, they didn't really do the job and now I wear them solely because they are slip resistant. It’s too bad; I had really high hopes for them.
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
GREAT pair of shoes!
The most comfortable shoes I have ever had or tried on! First few days I got a blister on the back of my foot, but now it's all good and have no problem with them. I'm thinking about getting a new one in a different color now.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Walk barefoot.There is NO other shoe like the MBTs.
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MBT shoes are physiological footwear - the first footwear that has a positive effect on the entire body. MBT stands for "Masai Barefoot Technology." MBT sneakers and casual shoes are designed using a multi-layered, curved sole which makes for a unique and rewarding walking experience. Few shoes can keep your muscles engaged in a purposeful way, but this is what MBT has done.
The many benefits of MBT shoes are not only substantiated by numerous scientific studies; they are also being enjoyed on a daily basis by more and more health- and fitness-conscious people who improve their physical fitness by merely wearing this physiological footwear. MBT shoes can activate neglected muscles and tone and shape the entire body.
Doctors and physiotherapists recommend MBTs as an effective therapeutic tool, and top athletes like Benni Raich and Michael von Grünigen use their MBT sneakers as mini training and regeneration centers. Shoes designed by MBT can have a positive impact in improving posture and gait, reducing stress on the knees and hips, and even help with joint, ligament and tendon injuries.
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Posted: May 6, 2008
Reviewer: Dawn from Texas
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Best shoes I have ever owned -
These are the absolute best shoes I have ever owned. I wear them everywhere. I have requested more for my birthday, mother's day, etc...Since I have been wearing them, my back problems have disappeared! Worth every penny and more!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: n/a
Posted: Apr 19, 2008
Reviewer: Goldie from Soldotna,Alaska
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MBTs Casuals -
Great shoes!! No more lower back pain!!! Nice high arch. I bought a pair for work, I am on my feet for twelve hours on a hard floor. Great!!!
Posted: Apr 16, 2008
Reviewer: David W from
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The Best -
These are flat-out, the best, most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. Within a week of buying them, I was buying a pair of Casuals for my son, who was recently diagnosed with a bone spur.
They feel good; they felt good from the moment I put them on. It is necessary, I've found, to keep them tied tightly- the rocking movement can cause loosening of the laces. And there are two things that I would recommend wearing traditional shoes for: climbing a ladder and climbing a hill. But for walking, standing, strolling, running, and even putting one's feet up on a footstool, MBTs are the best.
They are the only brand of shoes I will ever again own. Darn the cost- they are worth it!!
Posted: Apr 15, 2008
Reviewer: Doerte from Wyoming
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Ugly ... but they really work -
I would have preferred one of the prettier women's styles but with a size 12 I had to go to the men's shoes. These ones are plain and really not very fashionable. And because of the lack of arch support they are not even very comfortable BUT they really help with my lower back pain. Whenever something flares up, I go on a walk and within half an hour my muscles seem to relax and the pain gets less, sometimes even disappears. The shoes beat medication. I live and work on a ranch, though and unfortunately MBT does not offer any work shoes/boots, yet. Cannot wear these in the ankle deep mud etc. I also bought sandals and wear them in the house. I used to wear Birkenstocks a lot, they are more comfortable but MBT just does the job. I never thought that shoes can affect my back problems that positively. The price is another minus but at this point I simply don't care. They take some time getting used to but for people that stand or walk a lot in their jobs, these must be wonderful. Too bad they don't work when you sit at the computer ;-)
Posted: Mar 24, 2008
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
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Most comfortable shoes ever!
My feet haven't felt this good since I waitressed in earth shoes 30 years ago. I wear them at home and for jogging. But, like those earth shoes 30 years ago, these are -- face it -- ugly.
Posted: Mar 11, 2008
Reviewer: from Colorado
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Comfort and style -
These MBT's are really comfortable and look nice enough to wear to work, too! This is my second pair or MBT's and I love them. I'm looking forward to purchasing more soon.
Posted: Mar 11, 2008
Reviewer: Rhonda from Sault Ste. Marie
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
The best shopping online -
I live in a small city, so there is not much variety when it comes to shoes. Thanks to Zappos I can get great shoes and terrific customer service. I am very happy with my MBT's. They seem to work muscles in the legs and butt and improve your posture. My sister and I wear them in the house and outside, we love them!
Posted: Feb 20, 2008
Reviewer: Kris from New York City
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Work it girl!
These shoes look a little goofy, but they are very comfortable and I can really feel them working out my butt and legs especially when I'm walking up hills. I have really high arches so while they probably provide most people with excellent arch support, for me they are only moderately supportive.
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
3rd pair love em -
I started with one pair and then got the boots then these and have now gotten a white and pink pair. They are easy to get used to and really feel great. I always wear a size 8 in US shoes I have gotten an 8 1/2 in all four pairs and they fit perfect. My boss now has 2 pair of the boots as well.
Posted: Feb 4, 2008
Reviewer: Catwoman6 from New England
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
MBTs or a knee replacement -
Six weeks ago, the title was a real possibility. Five months in PT last year, multiple knee injections, and nothing really worked. My feet and knees hurt most of the time. An eighty year old had more mobility than I possessed.
Arch supports helped the heel spurs and the shoe store had MBTs. So, I tried them, even though they are not a fashion statement. The sports model was too clunky and they did not have another style in my size, but I could see the point of MBT - my knees did not hurt. Thought of Zappos and ordered three pair to find the right fit. The Casuals worked! The fit is a bit short, the advice on ordering a half-size larger is correct. Had to use arch supports - Dr. Scholl's – but now I have a pair of shoes that enable me to walk without knee pain. The Zappos return was effortless. I'm not expecting miracles here, but these shoes meet the challenge and are well worth the price. I'll be ordering a pair of sandals for the summer.
Posted: Feb 3, 2008
Reviewer: from Brimley, MI
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
MBT -
Excellent choice for my wide, high arched hard to fit foot. Comfortable & cushy. Didn't take much getting used to either.
Posted: Jan 24, 2008
Reviewer: Surgeon,md from Chicago and Naples, FL
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Reviewer: Surgeon,md from Chicago and Naples, FL
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
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MBT Shoe helps relieve "hammer toe" problem -
This shoe has been very helpful in relieving ball of foot and "hammer toe" pain. I walk 1-2 miles a day but had become limited because of foot pain. Tried a number of foot devices without relief. This specific MBT shoe fits my flat feet well although I suggest a 1/2 size larger.
Posted: Jan 17, 2008
Reviewer: Mimi from Georgia
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
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LOVE my new MBT's -
They are comfy and a little challenging but I can't stand to wear any other casual shoes besides my MBT's this is my second pair. For those with back problems, wanting to improve your posture, these are the shoes you want!!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: earth shoes
Posted: Jan 16, 2008
Reviewer: Dmarie from Erie, PA.
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MBT Casual -
I purchased these for my son. He had back surgery last year and started to have recurring pain this year. He thought he would need surgery on the other side. He is in retail and is on his feet all day. After hearing about these shoes we decided to give them a try. They are incredible, he has no pain at all when he is wearing these. They are better than we could have ever imagined. I have since bought him another pair for everyday use. As always Zappos is the best of all. Incredible customer service.
Posted: Dec 1, 2007
Reviewer: Trap from Cobb, CA
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They da bomb -
I have been rehabbing an injury to my right foot. I have severe atrophy to the foot and it is smaller than the other. The shoe has helped me use muscles that have not been used in a year or more. I have been wearing them non stop since I bought them. If they didn't cost soo much, I would buy another pair.
