Customer Reviews Xero Shoes Aqua X Sport

I love these shoes so far. I plan to take them backpacking as a camp shoe and or stream crossings. I only have about 6 different pair of Xero shoes, so maybe this is a problem, naahh

Despite water still being quite chilly in April, I was excited to put these cool looking blue shoes to the test. I went on a short hike that involved crossing a creek multiple times and scrambling up a rocky waterfall. These shoes drain and dry really super fast, which is a quality I've struggled to find in water shoes. They also go on and off really easy, even when wet. Another hard to find quality. They keep most sediment out, which really beats the Xero Colorado. One can still get real fine and and stuff inside, but no longer do I have to deal with gravel chunks digging into my foot. My one complaint is that the tread pattern, while good on most surfaces, is not well suited to wet rocks. Which led to me slipping halfway into the waterfall and getting an unintentional soak. However, poor traction in these settings is the case with most shoes, and even totally barefoot fails on wet rocks. So if my foot is going to slip, there's no better shoe than the Aqua-X, which is heavy enough to protect from getting my toes smashed, but light enough that I can forget I'm wearing anything. And did I mention I love the cool blue color?

I've not gone very far in these so far but I've worn them around the house without socks a couple days to see how they'll do going farther. 6 miles so far and mostly roads, and I'm very happy with them. I'm looking forward to seeing how they'll do in the trail settings. We have lots of rocks and sand and not much else but I had hoped to test them at the lake last Sunday. Wound up in the medical tent with a saline drip instead, so we'll have to try again soon. Really like the lacing, fit is very good and comfortable, the lugs haven't been an issue in the time I've worn them. Like all Xero shoes, I expect I'll be back for more, but it'll be a while if they last as well as my HFS.

My wife and I both bought these for kayaking. We often get in and out of the kayaks to cleanup along the shore which are often muddy and rocky. They worked great.

Xero has hit a grand slam with these! My favorites of my collection (5th pair)! Been wearing them as often as I can and I can't wait to get them into the water this summer! Love you guys!!

The shoes fit well, but not quite as comfortable as I'd hoped. The interior material feels kind of like fine grain sandpaper on my feet, meaning I can't wear them for extended periods of time. However, I purchased them to wear during hour-long Aqua classes and they work well enough for that. They do have exceptional soles that grip the pool floor, so I don't slip as much while working out. Before purchasing these, I'd been wearing Columbia water shoes - the absolute best I'd ever experienced. Sadly, Columbia no longer makes the style I'd loved for several years. I'd hoped at this price point, the Xero would be an equivalent replacement. The Xero is "almost" as good as the Columbia, but as stated, is less comfortable and provides slightly less balance in the water.

The fit was a little snug but I managed. It’s true to size. I do better with a wider size but I managed to make it work. I like the style and sporty. Also, the shoe is comfortable considering the medium width.

I choose this style because the women's didn't have enough width in the body of the foot (Heels to toes) and made that pair impossible to get on. The men's had more room. I did swap out the laces because they were too short to allow the shoe to expand as wide as I needed. I replaced them with new elastic laces, just longer. It was super easy. I wear them everywhere - hiking, to the dog park, and walking around the county fairs where I live in Ohio. I love how my feet can breathe without being totally exposed like sandals. Since I hate socks I love that there are no rough seams in the toe area to give me blisters. Overall I love my pair.

Super comfortable, and easy to run around in all day. I really wore them in on a week long trip to Colorado. They held up great and didn't slow me down running around the mountain trails. They dry moderately fast but hiking in them wet caused them to rub a bit on my toe, but nothing to cause any mild irritation.

My only issues are 1) not great for walking on the beach as sand enters and abraids the top of your toes (if you are walking in the water it washes out so no problem. 2) sole very slippery against black tile lanes in swimming pool. On the plus side, very durable, holding up well after many creek, river, and ocean uses. Also the best fitting pair of shoes (water or not) that I have ever owned.

I really wanted to like these, esp since I already own and love other Xero shoes. They fit true and I was excited about the waterproof qualities. Unfortunately, the plastic'y feeling material bunched up on top of my foot when I walked and pinched on the top of my toes as I stepped forward. I tried manually creasing them in a better, more comfortable way but they just kept pinching as I walked. Very disappointed.

My husband wears a 9 1/2 dress shoe and size 10 tennis shoe. I ordered a 9 1/2 as a surprise for his birthday, after having read that water shoes should fit somewhat snugly to avoid chafing. When they came, I immediately realized that there was no way they would fit. I have gone back and ordered a full size up....fingers crossed that they actually fit. I hesitate to rate them because they have not yet been on his feet, but the sizing definitely felt WAAAAY off.

Mesh material tore in the front of the shoes almost immediately, will not but again. I bought the Xero shoes hiking boot, I hope they are constructed to perform as advertised. As far as the bare foot feel you will experience that and its benefits, I have bad knees but I love to hike, these shoes have strengthened my ankles feet and knees are doing fine, just cant stand the rocks Im picking up due to the torn mesh material in the front of the shoe. I suggest if you purchase these shoes for vigorous hikes then bring a needle and thread.

I initially thought that i again ordered a half size too small again after initially ordering the Mesa. But after wearing the shoes for a week or so, it seemed to get better.

I actually sent these shoes back as soon as I received them, as I did not trust they would hold up where I hike, because it is rough terrain, very rocky. I initially bought them for hikes where I have to cross streams as well. I was also afraid I would bruise the side of my feet since there is no protection at all on the sides. They look like really good shoes, just not appropriate for what I do. I swapped them for mesa shoes, and they make more sense to me.

Liked the fit and function bit a bit narrower on the toe than I expected- really liked the quick toe feature- but just a good fit with my feet

The shoe has a slim sole and when you take all the packing out of the shoes in the box, the shoe uppers crinkle up because the sole is very thin. The color and style are great, but the look is a little strange because of the wrinkles in the front part of the shoe. This shoe is definitely for just water wear. It s too thin for walking over rocks, or other uneven surfaces.

The shoes arrived with a comfortable shape and good functionality, but with a powerful mildew odor. Despite being structurally a good shoe, no amount of washing in vinegar or other methods could remove the mildew odor. Unfortunately, I discarded the original box so I won't be able to return the shoes for credit. Nice shoes, but probably got damp during ocean shipment. If you buy these shoes, just check them first before discarding the shoe box.

I really loved this shoe.my feet were so cool at work,but within 1 month my toe broke thru the top webbing. My view is that there isnt enough of rubber to cover big toe. Like my Prios great shoe leather covers big toe area.I would have gave Aqua x a 5 star had it not been for this problem. Sorry but I do own 4 other Xero shoes. One is on way now. Thanks Xero shoes

REALLY wanted these to work and was happy when I found Xero because of the minimalist lines. Shipping was very quick and arrived well packaged.

Theyre comfortable to wear, the quality not so much. Colors on the sole bleed into each other, looks like they werent painted right. Very flimsy uppersole. The insoles are deteriorating quickly, and they got wet once. Definitely not worth the price. Dont get me wrong, theyre breathable which works for my feet. Not so water friendly, I slip in these too easily on wet surfaces being water shoes. Exchanging these for a different size was an easy process. They are true to size.

Shoe was much to large and wide (and I have a wide foot). Disappointing.

I ordered these and when received them opened box and they were defective. One shoe the plastic part on the end of the lace that you pull on was not there. It looked as if it was torn off! I do not want or keep anything that arrives with a defect so I contacted your support person and told I want to return them immediately.He was not helpful wanted to charge me return shipping etc. I called Xero shoes and ended up with the lady in your credit dept told her the story and she was wonderful she made all the arrangements so I could return them for full credit. Due to her I decided to exchange them for another pair slightly different color of the mens Prio shoes so now I have two pair of the Prio shoes. One pair I wear daily the other pair I will eventually use as a second pair. I feel your quality control on the Aqua X Sport I received was not good. Reason I did not exchange them for another pair is that when I receive something where the part you need to pull on daily is already missing then chances are it will happen again and I not willing to be bothered.