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Love

Hard to put in but once you have them on your feet feels great!!! Already purchased a second pair

Person wearing black sneakers with feet resting in clear acrylic footrest under granite kitchen counter
Tamia H.· March 9, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love hearing that, Tamia. So glad they feel great once they’re on.

Verified Buyer

TOE SHOE ADVOCATE

I was really surprised by how comfortable these shoes are gonna be. I already wear five finger brown shoes. It's an excellent brand, but I believe Peluva is the next best brand. I am happy to say that I feel a lot more comfortable walking barefoot again in these shoes. I'm just hopeful that maybe in the near future there will be a shoe with thicker. Try it on the bottom of the shoe in order to hike, trek, and have shoes that give you the ability to participate in more outdoor activities. I am happy with my purchase. I typically wear a 9 1/2 inch shoes however they suggested to purchase a size up if need be. I just stuck with a size 10 and I am happy.

Chinwe N.· February 23, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

We really appreciate this, Chinwe. It’s awesome to hear you’re feeling that barefoot comfort again, and thank you for the thoughtful idea about a thicker outsole for more hiking and trekking options.

Verified Buyer

So Comfortable!!

I slipped these shoes on and it took a little adjusting but they felt so good to walk in. I did overdo it the first day and had to come back to them a few days afterwards and start introducing them a little at a time. I had a meniscus tear in my right knee so this irratated it when I was in them too long. I am doing better as I am getting my body used to the shoes. I will continue to wear these. I love them!!

Kathleen C.· February 17, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Kathleen, we love hearing how comfortable they felt right away. You approached the transition exactly right by easing back in after overdoing it on day one. With a meniscus tear history, that gradual ramp-up is key. So glad you’re improving as your body adapts, and we’re excited you’ll be continuing with them!

Verified Buyer

Purchased size 10 wide instead of 10.5 wide

These shoes fit perfectly without the toe socks. When I did decide to wear toe socks with them I'm impressed with the feel and fit! I like this soft material. I would love to have this same upper material with all black soles versus white.

Greta W.· February 16, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Greta, love hearing they fit perfectly, especially even without toe socks, and that you like the softer upper material. The request for an all-black sole option is great feedback. We’ll pass that along.

Verified Buyer

Achy Feet Are GONE!

I bought these shoes and love them!!!! So easy and comfy. They do get rid of foot pain! YOU HAVE TO BUY a size up!!!! I am an 8.5 and the 9 fits perfectly

Ashley D.· February 9, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Ashley, we love hearing that your achy feet are gone. Thank you for sharing the sizing tip too. That will help others.

Verified Buyer

Love my shoes!

I am enjoying wearing my shoes whilst walking and going to the gym. I can feel my feet opening!!! Sometimes my toes don't want to go where they are supposed to go...shows me that even though my toes are straight, they have been squished from years of wearing shoes. For the last 6 years I've been working out barefoot and that has been very helpful at keeping my foot shape..but again interesting to put my feet in wider shoes. I wear a size 7.5 but suggested 8.5 and they fit wonderfully. Thanks again for a great shoe. My friends think I'm crazy but also say I'll have the best toes and feet years for now!

Tanya W.· February 4, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Tanya! We love hearing how your feet are adjusting and opening up.

Verified Buyer

Sooooo light and wonderful!!!

I am a PE Teacher and I have been looking for some light shoes that helped me with my balance, help me build strength in my legs, and also support my bones in my joints in my feet. I have arthritis in my left foot after getting run over by a car and I am wanting all the help I can get with these bones!!! These Peluvas are incredible and I am so happy with them!! Working out in the weight room with them has been so awesome, and my students are now asking me where I got them and what these toe shoes are all about, lol I love it!!

Taylor E.· February 3, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Taylor! We love hearing how they’re supporting you in the gym and beyond.

Verified Buyer

wow!

I'm new to the minimalist/barefoot shoes. I've always felt that I needed a shoe with a good arch support. A couple years ago I noticed a positive difference when I bought tennis shoes with less of a 'drop', so my shoe shopping since has been in search of a drop like 7mm or less. Enter barefoot shoes! ZERO DROP. Figured it was worth a shot! I tried 2 brands, these toe-shoes and another non-toe-shoe. These have a 9mm sole, the others have 2mm. I tried my peluvas first! (took a minute to get them on properly) As soon as I had my feet in them I really felt like they fit like a glove! lol I mean, they really wowed me right from the start! ... but being brand new shoes, they did rub in a few spots. It took a few days for that to fade away, just had to break them in. Next I tried the other brand. They were fine, definitely did not wow me like peluva. I wore each brand for a full weekend and a few half days during the week. The other brand began feeling like 'meh, ok', and ended feeling like 'meh, not so ok'. I honestly couldn't wait to get my peluvas back on my feet! Regarding the prior need for good arch support - SO NOT NECESSARY. I don't feel like anything is lacking in these shoes, don't even miss the arch support. I'm left wondering why I've needed it in my other shoes anyway?! lol Today is actually my first day wearing my peluvas to work! I was nervous because they look different (*look kinda funny) , but SERIOUSLY nobody has noticed at all! No one has said a word! I'll keep wearing them, I'm really loving these zero drop barefoot minimalist peluva toe shoes!

Person wearing gray pants and mismatched footwear - one black toe shoe and one black sneaker - standing on wooden deck boards
Stephanie S.· January 27, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Wow, thanks, Stephanie! We’re so happy your Strands impressed you and helped you transition to barefoot comfort.

Verified Buyer

Love it

Because of bunions and other foot issues, it was time consuming to put the shoes on, but once I got them on, I loved them!

Natalie M.· January 26, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Natalie! We’re glad to hear you loved them once they were on. We know it can be tricky with bunions, and we appreciate you sticking with it.

Verified Buyer

Long time VFF switch

I had to size up half size (as noted on website, but I did this to the size predicted by the white paper / app measurement, which predicted half size too small). I would have been better off skipping the app. I did get the right sized pair quickly though through the Shop app, I like these shoes as they remind me of the original VFF KSO shoes that were soft and comfortable (now thin and fragile). I am rebuilding my running so it it is very slow going, but I am grateful for new shoes to replace ancient VFF KSOs that I loved too much.

Person wearing black toe shoes with individual toe compartments and laces, standing on concrete pavement
Linda K.· January 26, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Linda! Glad you got the right size and that they’re helping with your running rebuild. Appreciate the detailed comparison to your old VFFs!

Verified Buyer

favorite ever workout shoe

I love working out in these shoes. I feel I have better grip and better balance wearing these, even when doing yoga. As you can see, they have gotten a lot of wear and they still are in great shape. My feet don't cramp when I am done working out as they have done in other shoes. Plus they are so light, you don't feel like you are wearing any shoes at all.

Pink toe shoes with individual compartments for each toe, sitting on brown carpet
Carol· January 26, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Carol! So great to hear how well these support your workouts, grip, and balance, especially for yoga. Appreciate the love!

Verified Buyer

Great shoe for training.

This is a really good shoe for running and weightlifting.

Person holding a dark green sneaker with white sole and black laces indoors
rashad a.· January 22, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Rashad! We appreciate the recommendation.

Verified Buyer

Best Shoes Ever

This is my second pair. I battled plantar fasciitis for months. On the recommendation of my chiropractor, I bought the shoes. I wrote them all around Las Vegas with no pain. I was absolutely amazed at the difference!

Laura C.· January 5, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

That’s incredible to hear, Laura! We’re thrilled the shoes helped with your plantar fasciitis and kept you comfortable around Vegas.

Verified Buyer

Helpful shoes

I love my new shoes! I love the way they feel on my feet; it is like wearing nice gloves but on my feet. I think that they are definitely doing their job as my toes don’t look so close together and feel better when I walk. I recommend them for comfort and to help with bunions 😅

Person wearing black toe shoes with individual toe compartments and blue jeans, standing on beige tile flooring
Fabiola P.· January 1, 2026
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks for the kind words, Fabiola. We’re happy the shoes are helping with bunions and feel like “gloves for your feet”!

Verified Buyer

Best Ever

These are so easy in and off. So comfy for walking in the house and on a walk outside. Love it!

Dianne M.· December 27, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks again, Dianne. We’re thrilled to hear this pair is also working out well for both indoor and outdoor use. Love your enthusiasm.

Verified Buyer

Fabulous! My feet thank you!

So far these are fantastic and my feet feel great in the all day long! I’ve been having issues for two years with mostly my left foot but some with my right too and those issues have completely changed my thoughts about footwear! I will definitely be buying more. Bought for everyday work which has me walking a lot!!

Rebecca S.· December 27, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer
Verified Buyer

Peluva.....WOW!!

I didn't know what to expect. I put them on and said OK, I walked and said better, I crossed trained and went to the gym and work out and said WOW!! PELUVA IS THE STRAND LIGHTWEIGHT TRAINER SHOE that feels and fit right. Will continue to buy. Thank you 😊 for having such an amazing 👏 🤩 product.

Barbara C. W.· December 27, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks for your review, Barbara. We’re thrilled the trainers feel great for walking, gym workouts, and cross training. Appreciate your excitement and support.

Verified Buyer

Great fit for all activities

I purchased this shoe and the ATR for working out, walking, hiking etc. this one is the most comfortable. Sized up a half size over casual shoes, same size I wear in standard workout shoes. The fabric on these is VERY comfortable. The ATR fits smaller (probably needed 8.5) and the fabric irritates my feet so I have to wear socks. I use the lightweight strand trainer for HIIT workouts as well as walking lots of miles- great shoe and no issues. I wear without socks unless I’m in colder climates for outdoor walks.

Tonya M.· December 18, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thanks, Tonya! We’re happy to hear the Lightweight Trainer is hitting the mark for your workouts and walks. Your detailed sizing feedback is super helpful, we’re glad the fabric and fit are working well for you without socks. Appreciate the thoughtful review!

Verified Buyer

Great for the feet.

My first Pelican . I own a lot of Xeros, Lems and and I was looking to replace a battered old school vibram 5 fingers. I am an 8 and usually order a 8.5 for more space. However I recommend that if you have longer slender toes, go a half size more up. Should I buy again, that is indeed what I will do. Not a fan of the laces so I will be looking at the slip on versions.

Rama C.· December 17, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Thank you, Rama! We’re happy you’re enjoying your first pair. Your insights on sizing and preference for slip-ons are super helpful.

Verified Buyer

Great shoe

Love the way my feet can move with more control.

Vickie J.· December 16, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

That’s wonderful to hear, Vickie. The feeling of added control and natural movement is what we aim for. Thanks for sharing!

Verified Buyer

5 Stars

Ive had a similar pair before years ago and always love the concept. But it fizzled out. Glad someone brought it back to life.

Gail· December 10, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer
Customer Review

5 Stars

Ive had a similar pair before years ago and always love the concept. But it fizzled out. Glad someone brought it back to life.

Gail· December 10, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer
Verified Buyer

Love them

My second pair of peluvas. Love them. Feel so good on my feet.

Laura A.· December 5, 2025
Women's Strand Lightweight Trainer

Response from Peluva

Love hearing this, Laura! So glad your second pair is just as comfy.