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Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer Reviews — page 5

What verified buyers say about the Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer — comfort, fit, durability and how it compares to conventional shoes.

4.7

801 verified reviews

95% rated 4 stars or higher

5 star654
4 star105
3 star23
2 star5
1 star14

801 Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer reviews

Verified Buyer

Unique shoe

My son wanted to give them a try. He was very excited about improving his flexibility. All I could think of were the toe socks from the 70s and I thought he was going to hate them. I couldn't have been more wrong. He loves them. Only downside according to him is that his toes get cold here in Michigan when snow is on the ground and he'll be outside for awhile so he needs to double up and wear two pair of socks but that doesn't bother him either. Customer service is phenomenal. Very happy with this purchase.

Sondra H.· December 24, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks for the fun and thoughtful review, Sondra. Glad your son is loving them despite the cold toes. Great to hear flexibility is improving.

Verified Buyer

Amazing!

So nice! My toes really appreciate the alone time. Use them as daily wear and in the gym for strength training. Not using them for running yet...not sure if I will make that leap.

Derek S.· December 24, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Derek. So glad they’re helping your feet feel good during workouts and daily use. Your toes deserve the space.

Verified Buyer

The HYPE is Real!! Amazing experience.

Once you figure out the fit - and it's straight forward to get your toes in the Peluva -- thee's no comparison to the comfort vs a regular athletic shoe. Amazing feeling when walking or lifting.

Alan H.· December 23, 2025

Response from Peluva

Love to hear it, Alan! Sounds like you’ve found your perfect fit. Enjoy every step.

Verified Buyer

Like an electric vehicle for your feet

Quiet and fast. This shoe is getting me excited about wellness. The word keeps coming to mind as I get used to tapping into my bodies full potential for what feels like the first time since I was a kid. It’s the perfect link between my Apollo and Ad courts. My next request off for a kid or even toddler size since that’s when you need to be barefoot the most.

A black orthopedic boot or medical walking cast with laces being worn on someone's foot, photographed outdoors on concreteCustomer photo of Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer
Michael R.· December 23, 2025

Response from Peluva

“Like an electric vehicle for your feet” might be our favorite description yet. Thanks for sharing your experience, Michael!

Verified Buyer

New to this

I've been looking for a while and finally pulled the trigger to get these shoes and they're great. I've only used them a half dozen times in my Kung Fu training so far (can't use them outside the dojo) so I guess I might have to get another pair for every other time lol. I ordered the trainers and if say my only issue I'd say are the laces. I've been trying to tuck under the tongue so they're out of the way but otherwise, I love em!

Claude G.· December 20, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks for joining the Peluva family, Claude! We’re happy to hear the trainers are working well for your Kung Fu sessions. Great call on getting a second pair for everyday wear. Noted on the laces, your feedback helps us improve!

Verified Buyer

Like so far

Hurt toes after a few hrs but all in all I think they're helping

Rodney C.· December 16, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks for your thoughts, Rodney. We’re glad they seem to be helping overall. Hopefully, the toe discomfort eases with more wear.

Customer Review

5 Stars

Theyre for my big sister for Christmas. The order came really fast. Thankful for that

LisaRenee· December 13, 2025
Verified Buyer

5 Stars

Theyre for my big sister for Christmas. The order came really fast. Thankful for that

LisaRenee· December 13, 2025
Customer Review

5 Stars

Amazing

Samuel· December 11, 2025
Verified Buyer

5 Stars

Amazing

Samuel· December 11, 2025
Verified Buyer

It's hard to get in, but once you're in....

The shoes are lovely. Yes it's going to take some time to retrain my toes to spread so that I can get each toe and each pocket of the shoe. And I will admit that it can be painful, squished nails and all. But once you're in, they really feel good. I'm still on my first week in them, so I'm taking it light. However I have good hopes for these.

Scott H.· December 9, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks for the honest insight, Scott. Toe alignment can take some getting used to, especially at first, but it’s great to hear you’re already feeling the benefits. Keep going. Your feet are on the right track.

Verified Buyer

fit

took some time before they went on easily

christian k.· December 9, 2025

Response from Peluva

Glad they’re working for you, Christian. It can definitely take a little time to get used to the fit, but once they’re on, they’re worth it.

Verified Buyer

Great concept

I bought these shoes to be used with high intensity training. Initially, they are a challenge to get on your feet but after a few wears your feet get used to getting them on correctly. They provide great foot contact in proprioception when working out.

John F.· December 9, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks for your thoughtful feedback, John. We’re glad the shoes are supporting your high-intensity training and enhancing your proprioception. Breaking them in can take a moment, but it’s great to hear they’re performing well once on.

Verified Buyer

I love them

It has been an adjustment but I can feel the difference in my balance and motion, especially with my training in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

Brian H.· December 8, 2025

Response from Peluva

So cool to hear how the shoes are helping with your Brazilian Jiu-jitsu training. That balance and motion difference is exactly what we’re aiming for. Appreciate your review!

Verified Buyer

5 Stars

Awesome!!!

JA· December 8, 2025
Customer Review

5 Stars

Awesome!!!

JA· December 8, 2025
Verified Buyer

Shoes

Love them. Put them on as soon as I get up in the morning.

Randy K.· December 8, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks Randy! We love hearing that you slip into your PELUVAs first thing each day. That’s exactly the kind of comfort we aim for.

Verified Buyer

First time user can be used for pretty much anything.

I wanted to get them mainly for walking my dog in the neighborhood. Once I adjusted to wearing them I started wearing them to the gym and more recently to work. They feel great and this pair are pretty versatile.

Person wearing jeans and brown sneakers standing on wooden floor
Constantino S.· December 4, 2025

Response from Peluva

Great to know they’ve worked out across the board - gym, walks, and work. Enjoy!

Verified Buyer

Great shoes

Shoes are great. I did get a size to small and exchange process was super easy and straight forward. I can already start to tell a difference with my feet muscles with using these shoes.

Christopher F.· December 4, 2025

Response from Peluva

Glad the exchange went smoothly! Keep enjoying the benefits as your feet adjust.

Customer Review

4 Stars

Good shoe. I don’t like the laces (string too short & vibram strings better)

Falcon· December 2, 2025
Customer Review

5 Stars

Very compfy and simple

Walter· December 1, 2025
Verified Buyer

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Bought for tennis and walking. Working fine so far.

Michael D.· November 28, 2025

Response from Peluva

Glad to hear they’re working well so far, Michael. Thanks for giving them a try!

Verified Buyer

Different than what I thought

This is my first time using toe shoes and I knew it would be sometime before I got used to them. After wearing them around the house for two days, I took them out on a walking trail that had some pretty steep inclines. I was very impressed how the shoes gripped. I didn’t slip at all. I figured I would be a lot more sore after the 5 mile park in them, but to my surprise, my feet felt great the next morning. My only grip is I could probably use a half size bigger. I scanned my foot and it said I was a size 11, which is fine but doesn’t allow room for any socks.

Jason D.· November 20, 2025

Response from Peluva

Thanks for sharing your experience, Jason. Glad to hear the grip performed well and your feet felt great after the walk. If you’d like some extra room for socks, feel free to reach out to our support team for sizing guidance.

Verified Buyer

Awesome Shoe! Order a whole size up or in your Euro Size

This shoes are epic! Make sure to order in your Euro size. I ordered 11 then 11.5 and then finally size 12. Could have saved myself some drama if I simply ordered a 46 Euro Size. So save yourself some drama. The shoes will conform to your feet so if they fel a little stiff at first. Get out and walk in them. You will NOT be disappointed. Get these shoes!

Tah W.· November 18, 2025

Response from Peluva

Great advice on using Euro sizing. Glad to hear the shoes are a hit once you found the right size. Enjoy every step!

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