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MBT Kisumu SKU #7401732(View on Zappos.com Classic)
Product Information:
- MBT® is the first physiological footwear that has a positive effect on the whole body.
- The 'Kisumu '08' sandal features a nubuck upper for easy care and durability.
- Triple hook-and-loop strap adjustability allows for a customized fit.
- Microfiber 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 on a variety of surfaces.
- 16.00 oz.
- Product measurements were taken using size 35 2/3 (US Women's 6). Please note that measurements may vary by size.
- Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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- 75% "Felt true to size"
- 94% "Felt true to width"
- 81% "Excellent arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 51 Reviews Total
Posted: Nov 17, 2009
Reviewer: Lillian R from
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It's very comfortable, I'm walking much better, my spine aligns correctly, and my legs have relief. I feel like I'm walking on clouds.
Posted: Nov 15, 2009
Reviewer: from Amelia Island, FL
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I have gotten several pairs of MBTs on the advice of my podiatrist, and these shoes have added many miles to my walking life. I have arthritis in my ankle and knee, and MBTs enable me to walk without joint pain. When your feet feel as though they have gone to heaven and your leg muscles are tired, you know your MBTs are working for you!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: I will not be experimenting with any other brand!
Posted: Nov 12, 2009
Reviewer: from Minnesota
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I absolutely love these MBTs! They are my #1 shoe for traveling! These are the only shoes that I can walk all over the airport with & not feel tired. I do have fibromyalgia and would highly recommend these shoes to anyone! I can outwalk my younger sister when we are sightseeing! They do take a little longer to get used to walking in than any other shoes, but well worth it! I have had these for several (3+) years now & they are still looking great & are my favorite traveling shoes! Wear with/without socks! Zappos is great, also for customer service! Yes! Order larger; I normally wear 7 -7 1/2 and ordered these in an 8. Would highly recommend these to anyone!
Posted: Oct 24, 2009
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With the MBT Kisumu I have been able to walk longer distances again without foot pain. I wear my Kisumu daily and find that it helps me with my posture. Overall, this has been the best shoe for me.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Earth Shoes
Posted: Oct 13, 2009
Reviewer: Laura B from everywhere--we live and cruise aboard our boat and that\'s "home"
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Reviewer: Laura B from everywhere--we live and cruise aboard our boat and that\'s "home"
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I have never paid more for shoes nor had an uglier pair, but they are heaven on my feet. If we lived on land I'd have many pairs but for our lifestyle, these are more than wonderful. I have a stress fracture right foot and these enable me to walk and sight see and have made a world of difference in my comfort. Love 'em! Buy at least 1 pair! You'll be glad you did.
Additional Brand Information
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: Oct 2, 2009
Reviewer: from willow grove
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If you have any type of back pain or foot trouble, these are the shoes for you. They also give your legs a great work out as long as you actually walk in them as the video says to do.
Posted: Sep 22, 2009
Reviewer: from New York City
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Good shoes. Seem to be doing exactly what they were recommended to me for: helping with increasing my stability. As it happens, they also appear to be helping to improve my posture, and, I think, may be helping to take a bit of pressure off my knees, which have been complaining a bit of late. I am glad I bought them, and look forward to seeing more about what they can do for me.
Posted: Aug 12, 2009
Reviewer: Kit s from green bay wisconsin
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Reviewer: Kit s from green bay wisconsin
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I love my MBTs. This is the 4th pair of MBT shoes I\'ve owned and they have made it possible for me to keep walking daily without pain in my arthritic toes. And Zappos was wonderful to deal with. I tried measuring my old pair of sandals when I couldn\'t find a size in them and ordered a size too small. My first pair arrived in a day and my returned pair did also. Returning the wrong size shoe was a breeze also. No one in my town sells MBTs so I\'m delighted to have Zappos and MBTs.
Posted: Aug 12, 2009
Reviewer: Joan from Jersey Shore
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Reviewer: Joan from Jersey Shore
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The shoes I can't wait to wear. Look funny, but they make my feet feel great! I have sesamoiditis with pain in the ball of my foot for 10 months now, treated by physician but ongoing. I can spend an entire day in these shoes and feel better in them than barefoot. I am a true size 9, but have very high insteps. Ordered the 9.5 and with the adjustable straps, it fits perfectly. I had a pair of the sneakers, but the heel rubbed so I like these much better. Zappos is a pleasure to deal with. When I need anything I always look on Zappos first. Walking in these takes some getting used to, but you get a work-out and my legs are now toned and even my abs feel tighter. Great experience!
Posted: Aug 4, 2009
Reviewer: Marge D from I am from the States, but live in Honduras
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Reviewer: Marge D from I am from the States, but live in Honduras
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I discovered MBT shoes by accident. I was in my regular shoe store in Florida, when I overheard the owner telling another woman that six of her customers had canceled scheduled knee surgery after switching to MBTs. At the time I was having great difficulty walking due to severe knee pain, so despite the cost, I decided to buy a pair of MBT sandals for daily wear. (Felt it was cheaper than knee surgery and worth a trial). That was over two years ago and now I only wear MBTs, and very rarely have any discomfort at all in my knees! I find the shoes very comfortable and very long-lasting. I highly recommend these shoes to anyone who is on their feet a lot, or has knee or hip pain. This year I bought my shoes online at Zappos and was very pleased with the attention I received when I needed fast shipping service because I was returning to Honduras.
Posted: Aug 3, 2009
Reviewer: R T from United States
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Reviewer: R T from United States
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Love these shoes. Zappo\'s rocks. Great service. Shoes arrived in 2 days. This is the 5th pair of shoes that i have bought from Zappo\'s and I would not hesitate buying from this store again. Way to go. And if you are waivering about the price of MBT\'s, they are worth it.
Posted: Aug 1, 2009
Reviewer: Betty P from St. Louis, MO
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Reviewer: Betty P from St. Louis, MO
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This is my second pair of MBT sandals. I purchased my first pair over 5 years ago, and used them relentlessly until the soles finally began breaking down. I tend to over-pronate and over-stride and these sandals cured me of this, no more knee problem! True, they are not 'stylin' IMO, but wear these shoes routinely so that your legs (and feet) will look hot in your sexy shoes. Also, I cannot say ENOUGH about Zappos service. I order my shoes and got a message within 24 hours that they were upgrading my shipment to same day at NO CHARGE. I quite literally got my shoes on the SAME DAY that i got my UPS tracking email. Zappos totally ROCKS. I only hope the Amazon acquisition doesn't adversely affect this superb company!
Posted: Jul 19, 2009
Reviewer: Helen from
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For years I have been thinking of getting these shoes. It was my hope that it would help some back discomfort and maybe do a little in the slimming department as well. Anyway - I am so thrilled for having spent the money on them. They are soooooooo comfortable and perfect for summer and fall. If they didn\'t look so silly with dressy clothes I would wear them all the time!
Posted: Jul 1, 2009
Reviewer: Carolyn S from
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This is my first time to invest in a pair of MBT shoes. I am currently healing from a stress fracture and MBTs are the only shoe I can wear comfortably without limping. My orthopedic/podiatrist said they have the same qualities as the sled boot I had to wear the first 4 weeks of my injury. I went hiking on rocky trails with these shoes and my injured foot survived. I tried one day in regular shoes and my foot swelled up again. So I'm totally convinced MBTs are the way to go while my foot heals. Be advised: They do take some time to get use to. The sole is designed to roll when you walk so they tend to rock back and forth when you are just standing still. This can be challenging at first to keep your balance.
Posted: Jun 30, 2009
Reviewer: from Cincinnati
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Excellent product if you are a fan of this kind of shoe, which creates a different posture and increases the effort in walking slightly. These are quite sturdy, and while they look awful in terms of fashion style, they are comfortable, quite adjustable, and look like they will hold up for years.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Earth shoes.
Posted: Jun 29, 2009
Reviewer: Shellie S from Detroit, MI
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Reviewer: Shellie S from Detroit, MI
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I LOVE these shoes! Are they a little funny looking? Yep. Do they feel funny to walk in at first? Yep. But these are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. I'm training to do a 60-mile walk, and I just recently walked 16 miles in these MBT sandals, and my feet felt great, no blisters, and most of all my lower back and hip had no pain whatsoever. I HIGHLY recommend these funny little shoes.
Posted: Jun 27, 2009
Reviewer: from GA
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These shoes are great. There are 3 different straps that you can adjust to fit your foot. I have a few foot issues: one being that I broke my right foot so it is a good bit wider than the left foot. The shoe does a great job on correcting my posture. I also have the low sport MBTs and love them as well.
Posted: Jun 21, 2009
Reviewer: Loretta P from Seattle
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Reviewer: Loretta P from Seattle
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They look a bit clunky and take some time to get used to but in general feel pretty good. I'm still assessing if there are any positive effects on my aging body and gait.
Posted: Jun 15, 2009
Reviewer: from Meridian, Idaho
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These are the craziest shoes I have ever owned but they are a lot of fun, too! I say they are crazy because the curved sole of the shoe makes you balance yourself all the time. I found this disconcerting at first and I could only wear them a few hours at a time because you unconsciously work your leg muscles to stay balanced and I would get sore and my legs would ache. Now I can wear them all day (but not every day). The adjustable straps make it possible to adjust to any foot width and the shoes are extremely comfortable (once you build your leg muscles up). I love the way the footbed feels and the construction of the shoe gives me the extra cushioning I need but almost never get with sandals. It's true that the shoe makes you adopt a straighter posture although I can't say whether the shoe is improving my back (which seems about the same). I concur with the other reviewers who say to buy a shoe smaller than what you normally wear (although mine fit me perfectly because I have a wide foot rather than a long foot so didn't have to order another size).
