Ridgeway - Retro-Inspired Waterproof Hiker

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Expert ” Very lightweight for a substantial waterproof boot. You get the functionality of a zero-drop shoe with the retro aesthetics. I love the good, sticky traction on the Ridgeway for hiking the mountains of Colorado.” – Sean S, Engearment

Ridgeway - Retro-Inspired Waterproof Hiker

£170.00

“Love these boots. They have the look and feel of a regular hiking boot, with just enough flex to still feel very barefoot.” – John N.

Ultra Lightweight Stylish Hiking Boot
100% Waterproof Design
Rugged Canvas/Suede Upper

Ridgeway - Men £170.00

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Why you’ll love Ridgeway.

Ridgeway – Look Good On and Off the Trail

Combine the allure of retro style with cutting-edge barefoot-friendly technology, and you get the Ridgeway – a hiking boot with a rugged canvas upper with suede accents. It’s ready to conquer technical trails with friends and comfortable enough to enjoy a beer afterward.

Best Barefoot Hiking Boots
I hated the way hiking boots looked and felt… until I found these. My feet stay protected, and I LOVE the style.
Ed M. USA, Verified Ridgeway Mens Customer

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Kept my feet completely dry!

I can actually feel the ground!

The perfect shoe for me

Best barefoot shoe for winter

Your Wet Weather Companion

The Ridgeway is not just stylish and comfortable; it’s also waterproof, with a fully seam-sealed inner bootie, gusseted tongue, and waterproof membrane.

Grippy and Lightweight

Confidently navigate the terrain with an aggressive trail-ready lugged outsole.

At just 369 g (M8), the Ridgeway is lighter than most technical boots, but even lighter than many running shoes.

Embrace brisk mountain mornings, wet trails, or cozy evenings by the fire with the confidence that your Ridgeway boots have your back.

A "Midsole Illusion"

It might look like the Ridgeway has a thick midsole. Actually, we took our embedded TrailFoam™ layer (that evens out the bumps) and wrapped it around the upper giving the illusion of thickness. You’ll still enjoy the flexibility and natural movement you expect from Xero Shoes.

Ridgeway for everything you do.

Made to Last.

Like all Xero Shoes, the Ridgeway has a 5,000 mile sole warranty to outlast typical hiking shoes that are supposed to be replaced after 350-500 miles.

Fully Waterproof

The Ridgeway uses our "Xero Tex" technology, featuring a seam-sealed inner bootie, gusseted tongue, and waterproof lining, making them the perfect boot for your wet weather adventures.

Life Changing Comfort

If your feet don’t feel as good at the end of the day as they did in the beginning, you haven’t tried the Ridgeway. Life-changing comfort and superior performance come from letting your feet do what’s natural – bend, move, flex and feel. All Xero Shoes feature a wider, foot-shaped toe box that lets your toes spread and relax, a non-elevated “zero drop” heel for proper posture, low-to-the-ground design for perfect balance and agility, and a flexible sole that gives you “just right” protection so you can bend, move, flex, and Live Life Feet First!

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Sizing

Men’s Sizing Tips

Based on statistics from the thousands of pairs of shoes sold across the world, we recommend ordering your usual size.

Free Exchanges!

Figuring out sizing is never easy. That’s why we also have FREE EXCHANGES. Most people find our size recommendation gives them a proper fit, but just in case, we have a free exchange program for all UK orders.

Size Conversion

For Men looking to buy the Women’s version because it is narrower – the conversion rate is 1 times, e.g. a Men’s 7 is a Women’s 8.

UK Sizes	EU Sizes	US Sizes
5.5	39.5	6.5
6	40	7
6.5	40.5	7.5
7	41	8
7.5	41.5	8.5
8	42	9
8.5	42.5	9.5
9	43	10
9.5	43.5	10.5
10	44	11
10.5	44.5	11.5
11	45	12
11.5	45.5	12.5
12	46	13
13	47	14
14	48	15

Caring for your Xero Shoes

To clean your Xero Shoes, hand wash with warm water, mild soap and allow them to air dry.
We do not recommend putting your Xeros in the washing machine or dryer.

FAQs

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After you purchase a gift certificate, you’ll be able to enter an email address for the recipient.

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You can also take the Gift Certificate code and send it to the recipient.

What’s your return policy?

Please go to Xero Shoes Return Policy page to learn about our 45-day return policy.

Customer Reviews

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10/12/2024

Al C.

Poor finish to trim

Usual wide toe box, more ridged sole that other Xero boots. Was disappointed by the overall finish, there is white padding poking out from where the tongue meets main boot body around the ankle.

09/16/2024

Julia M.

First time using barefoot

Really pleased,so comfortable first time out on the hill .

09/11/2024

Julia M.

First walk

Very reassuring

07/02/2024

Mr D.

5ooo miles

Well I have only had these for a short time and i have hardly used them. The sole has already started to wear. Due to the price £140 i expected more. l wasn't expecting the sole to start wearing so soon. I can't see these shoes lasting me for 5000 miles. At this moment in time I can't see myself getting another pair. They are over priced and the guarantee that they will last 5000 mile's is a joke.

06/02/2024

John J.

Great Boots

I really enjoy walking the rugged Cornish coast in these boots. It has been very wet here in Cornwall, but my feet are kept nice and dry, but still benefitting from the brilliant sole technology and comfy toe box.