Astral Loyak Barefoot Outdoor Travel Review

They claimed they were nearly indestructible with normal wear and tear (whatever that number is), but my pair didn't let me down and have been washed a few times after going down the drain. After a week they are comfortable compared to walking/climbing in Feiyues (horrible feeling for people with flat feet). Haha they are the best blue too, the rubber sole is durable and I've been wearing them every day for 2 years. Definitely recommend! I wear mens 10.5 US and bought 11, it was a great move…

Great shoes! Read a review somewhere to downsize. Couldn't even put shoes on so went back up to the next size up which is good and roomy. At the same time, it is VERY difficult to put shoes on your foot (4 stars, not 5). I understand it's good not to worry about shoes slipping when wet, but isn't that what shoelaces are for? Quality seems good, definitely lasts.

(Size: male 12). I'm not into the barefoot shoe trend, but these Loyak ACs are very comfortable, especially when properly broken in. I bought these for my upcoming trip to the beach to surf and I wear them almost every day. I'm wearing no-show socks for now, so let's see how I feel without socks.

Lightweight, low-profile shoe for water and travel. Great for kayaking, canoeing and sailing, but not the best substitute for reef prey. They pick up a lot of sand while standing in the surf and don't shed it as well as water.

It was the right size and looked really good for the first 6 months with moderate to heavy use. I have a habit of buying a new pair twice a year to freshen up my everyday wardrobe. I wear them to work and hikes on normal days.

The left foot had more fabric in the seam, which rubbed heavily on the top of the foot. I really liked the style, but it was a shame to walk around the house with a fitting.

For lovers of minimalist shoes, who are accustomed to a beautiful roomy wide tip, this is not good. They are narrower than Lems, for example, which I don't think are particularly wide. I found them quite tight in the forefoot. If you have a narrow foot or don't care for a wide toe box, they seem fine, the materials are quality and the stitching is good.

Super sticky sole, great grip. Quick drying and comfortable if you like minimal shoes. The only downside that is apparent is that the sole is so soft that it offers excellent traction but wears out much quicker. However, highly recommended.

These shoes are amazing! I bought them after my wife bought hers at a local store. I could never find them locally in my size so I finally decided to order them. I usually go for a size 10.5 or 11. They only come in whole sizes so I went for a size 11 and they fit great. I like tight shoes that keep my feet cool. I wear them with almost everything. Grip is amazing both wet and dry.

I was really looking forward to this, although I bought the shoe a size up, it was impossible to get my foot in the shoe due to the design of the tongue area. It should be divided, more elastic or something else.

I have two pairs and am planning to buy a third. Very comfortable after wearing. Looks great as casual or business casual shoes. They feel great on feet and are the perfect minimalist shoe. The service life of the profile is about a year with intensive use. Can't recommend enough.

This is my second astral pair. I love the comfort and breathability of this shoe. However, with little use, both astral pairs fell apart in less than a year. I only used these shoes for shopping and walking. I work from home and wear my socks all day... The loop on them that you have to pull to get them on (which is necessary because the back is all canvas) is torn and the stitching around the ankle fell apart. I have to see it together, but I can say that another loop is already starting to…

Very very tight and hopefully they'll tear a little and be easier to put on once they're a fairly comfortable fit. Got them camping for kayak fishing on lakes and rivers and am looking forward to putting them through the works.

Love the shoes but have to put heel covers on as they ripped off the skin when I walked 2 blocks trying to break them in. My feet are sensitive but wow.

After switching to more minimalist sneakers, I wanted to wear something minimal every day. I was looking for something with a big toe box, minimal heel, lightweight, supportive, comfortable, durable and stylish. Astral Loyak is all that and more. Completely satisfied.

It's a lightweight, breathable shoe, but unfortunately not easy to put on. The leg opening is very narrow. Although it is stretchy and fits snugly around the foot, the process is quite tiring. Especially if you just want to put them on and go.

The soles feel a bit sticky and overall they're a bit chunky. For the price you can do better. On the other hand, they are very durable and drain water well.

These are my wet waders for summer fly fishing. The soles grip the slippery rocks almost as well as my custom waders. Inconsistent quality.

I've worn a variety of minimalist running shoes over the years, but this time I struggled to find a pair I liked. This shoe is comparable in that it has a thin sole, light weight and high quality.

Shoes are top notch! The photos don't do them justice. As long as they make them, I'll keep buying them! Sizing note: I usually wear a 10.5 to 11 but I ordered 10 and they fit perfectly. You can see the quality right out of the box. Couldn't be happier!