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Verified Buyer

Great out of the box

Great design, comfort and foot feel. Thanks for the sizing guide. I thought the recommendation to size up could be a problem, but you got it right. I’ll be buying more.

David B.· April 30, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Glad the sizing guide worked well and that they felt great right out of the box!

Verified Buyer

My Most Worn Pair

These shoes are just as comfortable as the other three Peluvas models I have. I would actually like some in other colors. I have a white pair that doesn't seem to be available (or I missed them) anymore. It's hard to pick a favorite, sooo... I have favorites for different purposes: First, the lightweight trainers are the ones I walk around in public the most with. Pretty plain in style, but just as comfortable as the rest. I'd say they're a pretty good style to start with if you care about people's comments. To be fair, the comments I've gotten have ranged from "how do you like those?" Too "those are cool! Do they feel good?" Boots to give the folks at work less of an argument to say I should wear more stereotypical in the office :P Mesh are the most breathable and I love running in them, which means they're a bit discolored due to running through fields of unmanaged dandelions. Dang things like to get between your toes. These are my dirty pair. The lightweight trainers are the ones I walk around in public the most with. Pretty plain, but just as comfortable. The Zen style is super comfy for around the house and a late night run to somewhere you don't care of they think you're too cozy to be out and about, but other people wear the equivalent of PJs in public, so there!

Bryan W. (.· April 19, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

We love how thoughtfully you use each Peluva style. So glad the lightweight trainers have become your most worn pair.

Verified Buyer

Great feeling

Been wearing toe shoes for years. Took a chance on the Peluva brand. I'm not regretting it. It literally feels like every step is on a plush lawn or like walking on a soft mat. You can certainly still feel the changes in the ground you're walking on. I bought these as double duty shoes; work shoes (LMT) and general walking shoes. My feet are feeling great at the end of the day!

Josh H.· April 17, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

We’re so glad you took a chance on Peluva and are loving the feel. Thanks for sharing such thoughtful feedback.

Customer Review

5 Stars

I love my shoes… for me its better without socks.. the socks brings discomfort to my pinky toe in the shoes…

Joshua· April 16, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer
Verified Buyer

Most Comfortable Trainers 👟

Love the quality they’re made out of! The neoprene is very sweat resistant and the shoe is definitely lightweight as described. I’m able to run in them at the gym. Good buy!

Leland V. P.· April 8, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

So glad you’re loving them, Leland! Happy to hear they feel lightweight, comfortable, and great for your gym runs.

Verified Buyer

Perfect work shoes

I love these shoes. The material is perfect for work. They are so comfortable I have to check to make sure I have shoes on. They are right. If u wear socks go half a size up.

Black toe shoes with individual toe compartments and laces placed on textured concrete surface
Jacob G.· March 31, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

That’s awesome to hear! So glad they’ve been perfect for work.

Verified Buyer

Great shoes!

These are the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn. It took a while to get the right size due to my second toe being longer than my big toe. Once I figured it out, and I got the right size, they were great.

Craig Z.· March 29, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

That’s awesome to hear! So glad you found the right fit and are loving them.

Verified Buyer

Beyond expectation

Happy about the purchase still in the breaking in and familiarize process but feet felt stronger after day 3

Jonathan m.· March 18, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love hearing this! So glad they’re already exceeding expectations.

Verified Buyer

Awesome

Very comfortable

Joseph J. S.· March 17, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love hearing that, Joseph. So glad they’re feeling comfortable.

Verified Buyer

I do not regret this purchase

I can confidently say these are the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn, they don’t cram my toes when I’m running.👍👍👍👍👍👍

Person wearing one black sneaker and one black toe shoe with individual toe compartments, standing on textured concrete pavement
Hinckley H.· March 14, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

That is awesome to hear. So glad they’re keeping your toes comfortable on your runs.

Verified Buyer

Pelucas shoes

Excellent shoes specially for leg exercises!!

Josean R.· March 11, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love hearing that, Josean. So glad they’re working so well for leg day.

Verified Buyer

As promised

Well constructed, looks sharp and getting used to them. But, can already feel the difference. Well done!

Ron D.· March 10, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love hearing this, Ron. So glad you’re already feeling the difference.

Verified Buyer

Genuinely Perfect Trainers

I bought a pair of Peluva Strand Lightweight trainers last year and proceeded to break them in, I thought they took a little getting used to, and yes they ran a little small, which was unfortunate. And they didn’t ship them to me in Scotland (they only go to the USA, folks! So make sure if you’re from anywhere else that you know someone in the US to send them to you!) Anyway. I loved them. I wore them every day, for walking (I had torn my ACL, MCL and Meniscus in my right knee playing rugby, and could barely walk - I heard about barefoot shoes for walking and eventually running to help fix injuries) then I started a running challenge, where I ran a minimum of 5km every single day for 50 days. The challenge ended up going to 111 days, and I ran over 700km in that time. Insane for a single pair of shoes. Need new pair now because I ran holes into the bottom. But they have served me well, and I can only hope Peluva can start to ship to the UK! I can’t go back to regular running shoes now! No way. These helped with knee pain, posture issues, weight. They’re awesome.

James R.· March 5, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

What a review. We’re so glad they helped you through recovery and all those miles. Thank you for sharing your story.

Verified Buyer

Nice fit

Love the fit great feel it’s like I’m walking barefoot

Kamaka O.· March 2, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

So glad you’re loving the fit and barefoot feel.

Customer Review

Amazing Shoes!

I've had my Peluva Strands for about 6 months now. I walk about 12-15 miles daily on concrete, so I curious to see how well they would hold up. So far, so good! I'd say they still have about 70-75% life left! Getting ready to order my next pair very soon!

Person wearing black winter gloves and dark clothing sitting on a colorful patterned rug or carpet
Bryan N.· March 1, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Bryan, this is awesome. That kind of mileage on concrete is no joke, so we’re really glad they’re holding up so well for you.

Verified Buyer

Second pair

Super light, many comfortable miles, had to get another pair

John R.· February 28, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love this, John. So glad they’ve been giving you so many comfortable miles.

Verified Buyer

Better than the VFF

These things are perfectly shaped for a wide foot and the construction seems better than VFF for durability. Peluva has a customer for life!

Ian M.· February 24, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love hearing this. Glad the fit works great for wider feet and that the build feels solid.

Verified Buyer

Satisfied Customer

I have worn this type of shoe by a different maker. I find these to be a bit more comfortable than the other. I ordered my true size at first, but my second pair I ordered a 1/2 size larger. The larger size gave a little more room up front. The advertisement said order above your true size. Both fit good.

Norris E.· February 23, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks for sharing your sizing experience. It can take a little trial and error, so we’re glad both pairs are working and that the half size up gave you that extra room up front.

Verified Buyer

Just what I needed!

These shoes are just what I needed for my gym workouts . They are comfortable and flexible, allowing me to grip the mats instead of sliding when trying to push or pull sleds. I do think parts of my feet are getting a workout, too.

Mark H.· February 21, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Mark, fantastic. Love hearing they are working for sled pushes and pulls, and that you can actually grip the mats instead of sliding. That “parts of my feet are getting a workout” feeling is a great sign.

Verified Buyer

Loving the space between my toes

So I decided to try your product because I wasn’t able to splay my toes and this was becoming an issue as standing on one leg requires a well balanced base (yoga brought this into focus). I started using my lightweight trainers to see if I could improve this. I am very happy to say that I’m really starting to see progress ( and space) between my toes. This may seem silly to some but not to me. I would be remiss if I didn’t comment on the amazing customer service I received from the entire team with a special shoutout to Jana which I originally thought was an agentic AI agent but is a real person. She has been a major reason why I continued to push forward with this product as getting the correct fit was a bit tricky for me ( broken toes, bunions, etc). We spent a bunch of time communicating and I wanted thank her personally for her dedication and her knowledge. Thanks again Peluva, keep hiring people like Jana Thank you Peluva

Richard B.· February 19, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Richard, this is such a meaningful win. The toe splay and balance connection is real, especially for yoga and single-leg stability, and we’re thrilled you’re seeing progress. Huge thank you for calling out Jana by name. We’ll make sure she sees this, and we really appreciate you sticking with the fit process.

Verified Buyer

First barefoot shoe

Very good shoe, comfortable! Great for lifting and doing calisthenics! Took a min to learn how to put them on but I’m happy with my purchase. Thank you.

Jaylon r. f.· February 18, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Jaylon, congrats on your first toe-shoe pair. Glad they’re feeling great for lifting and calisthenics, and that the on-and-off learning curve is getting better.

Verified Buyer

Great purchase!

I love how the shoes fit, they are very comfortable!

Adrian S.· February 15, 2026
Men's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Awesome—happy they’re fitting great and feeling comfortable!