DLD PERCEPTION / the best custom barefoot huarache sandals

[@AndrewFolts]

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[@zhunissov]

Thanks for short and on point reviews Andrew. Love this format!

[@AndrewFolts]

You got it, thanks for dropping by! (:

[@austrianj0ker811]

Again nice video creation... And really nice barefoot sandals 😊

[@AndrewFolts]

Appreciate it! Yea, it's great to be able to customize. (:

[@jakecampbell]

i think earthrunners are a great option too!

[@AndrewFolts]

They're the OG of barefoot sandals, for sure!

[@PabloSanchez-lw9cb]

I'm thinking of these being my first barefoot sandals. Thanks for the recommendation and the discount code man!

[@AndrewFolts]

You got it, Pablo! The DLD's are a tough trail sandal with some great straps.

[@Zam432F]

Can we get a video of you talking about a specific type of shoe. For example. Sandals, get the best 5 sandals and compare them all. Pros cons and everything in between. Compare specs, your thoughts on them. Everything. All in one video.

[@NateSalzy]

I'd like that too!

[@pex3]

👍👍👍

[@AndrewFolts]

Yea, I want to do that, which is why I'm trying to review so many shoes this summer. I want to do the Best 50 Barefoot shoes and other lists too. For now, though, if you have comparison questions, you're welcome to ask in the comments.

[@JeffGroff]

You put out great videos, Andrew! Thanks for taking the time to make them. Now waiting for some monks to arrive... 😅 Cheers. J

[@AndrewFolts]

Ooh, Monk's, welcome to the barefoot monastery, my friend. (:

[@Gman1024]

Very cool, nice coverage buddy. They have a nice print your size link on their customization page, which has different foot shapes, which is sweet. I'm the wide foot shape. You could also print to see what kind of foot shape you are, if you have bad eyes like me and can't really tell by a foot trace, haha. Thank you for the upload and to DLD for sending them over.

[@AndrewFolts]

Yea, I love it when brands have foot tracings, it makes things so easy. The standard shape is what I went with I think.

[@estebansaavedra6325]

Great video as always, man!

[@AndrewFolts]

Cranking 'em out like mad. (:

[@mrcookie3724]

Nice video! I think about ordering mine but I was wondering if the SVG is grippy enough in water/river?

[@AndrewFolts]

I actually use my DLD's specifically for wet conditions, because the SVG has a rough texture that grips, even in water. That said, no sandal will ever offer as snug a fit as a full water shoe.

[@cybersurf5]

Used your promo to get the DLD Pursuits. 🤞

[@AndrewFolts]

Thanks, yo! Just went out for a hike in mine the other day. The footbed grip is so good on wet surfaces. Have fun out there!

[@Apollo_Blaze]

Great video and good info on those sandals Thank!. It's a good thing you have nice feet considering the videos you make, lol

[@AndrewFolts]

Ha, thank you. Looking forward to summer, so I can start using them again myself. Cheers!

[@billyrandell]

This is perfect timing again brother. I got some Xero z-treks and Genesis recently, and while the Genesis will sort of work width wise because I really aggressively sized up, the z treks aren't gonna work at all, even as customs. So I've been looking at people who will do custom work for a reasonable fee, and DLD had a lot of really good word of mouth. I already had the model I wanted in a checkout cart, and this video has given me the confidence to go ahead and buy them. The only thing I'm going to wait for now is to see if the show up on your website or if you drop an affiliate link so I can help you out for giving me the advice. Thanks man

[@AndrewFolts]

Ha, good timing! Adam's just a one-man shop and doesn't have affiliate links, so you can go ahead and order them whenever you want. Which footbed did you go with?

[@adamgeremia4670]

I'm curious how these performed for running compared to the Shammas - especially the straps. Did your foot shift around more or less than the Shamma? Is the toe thong more comfortable? How about adjustability? I'm enjoying the Shamma elite strapping, but wonder how long the velcro will actually hold out. Thanks for putting these videos together and highlighting smaller makers like DLD - it's super helpful when there's not many reviews for cottage-industry stuff like this.

[@AndrewFolts]

Shamma's lockdown is probably the best, although I like the feel of the Perception's strap system better. They use the same sole. The velcro on my Xero sandals wore out pretty quick, so I'd say the DLD's straps would hold up better.

[@Criticalmaze]

@@AndrewFoltsWhat sandal would you suggest for pavement running and occasional walking? Can you give me a specific model? Please 🙏 thanks for the content. Really enjoy your reviews.😊

[@AndrewFolts]

@@Criticalmaze The Xero Z-Trek kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaXZmJmDiM1pd6c, Monk Sandals Reuivo kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmfNhoqLfMZ8Z7c, or Shamma Warrior's kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYq8nIGNrdyIi9k would all be great road options. Just depends on the strap style you like.

[@Criticalmaze]

@@AndrewFolts Do you think the shamma warriors in leather would affect the grip of the foot when running from your experience? Also is there a benefit to getting leather instead of the regular grip?(cleaning,smell and so on)

[@AndrewFolts]

@@Criticalmaze Leather is better for dry conditions. It feels more natural and comfortable to me, but the synth one's are better if you plan on getting them wet a lot. For dry the grip is good on both. Leather is antimicrobial, so the smell is better.

[@pagenpwoblem]

Very nice. I love the hanging spinning sandal 😂 Have you tried the naboso trail sport sandal before? They said the naboso is supposed to stimulate your feet. I watched another review of it and said it was true but wanted to know your opinion on it.

[@AndrewFolts]

Haven't tried that specifically but the SVIG sole I got on the Perception is textured and kind of has the same effect, so yea, I expect it might feel nice. Thanks for noticing the spinning sandal, ha! Have to keep myself entertained, ya know. (:

[@coatedinacid]

Thanks for this video!

[@AndrewFolts]

You're welcome, thanks for hanging out! (:

[@hunterhart1]

Yo man love your channel. I am headed to South Africa and I just ordered some T-Rocket Yeti Distance barefoot sandals. I was wondering if they came across your radar, if you have seen or tried them or if you'd reach out to them. I think the owner only has a few people who works for him and I love supporting small businesses so maybe you could do a review. Thank for the great reviews.

[@AndrewFolts]

My problem with barefoot sandals is that I want something like 4mm and they're all 6mm+. T-Rocket's thinnest is 8mm, I think. They look similar to DLD, Monk, and other small companies I've tested, tho. Should work great.

[@hunterhart1]

@@AndrewFolts super helpful, I’ve watched a lot of your videos but if you just had to have one trail running barefoot sandal, which one are you taking. Thanks in advance!

[@AndrewFolts]

@@hunterhart1 Probably the Monk Ruivo kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmfNhoqLfMZ8Z7c, but TBH I prefer running in shoes much more, because sandals are always slip around, no matter how good the straps are.

[@hunterhart1]

@@AndrewFolts thanks so much for the help!

[@rubencohen2936]

Just like ordering a new car with custom options.

[@AndrewFolts]

Like a car with wheels, a giant footbed that you stand on and a steering wheel, and that's it, ha. Would really redefine the phrase "hit the open road."

[@BenoitMorin-b3o]

❤🦶👃😛

[@AndrewFolts]

I "Percept" your excitement. (:

[@jon-sully]

First? ;P

[@AndrewFolts]

Lightning fast perception. (:

[@GhostObsessed]

deliberate designs has a major design flaw due to a lazy production process. Avoid this brand

[@AndrewFolts]

I've never had any issues with mine. What went wrong with yours?

[@GhostObsessed]

The main connection point of the strap that sits between your big toe. That connection strength relies entirely on the very thin (1.8mm to 2.5mm) vibram sole that is used as a footbed. This is a very lazy method to make that connection, for what is the most important part of the huarache. Instead, if the hole was punched part way thorough the footbed in a smaller diameter and then counter sunk utilizing a washer in a larger diameter for the ground connection it would make for a vastly more durable connection. Also, all of the hardware on my pair was meant for a smaller size lace. Just clearly, a lazy manufacturer that is more concerned with pinching every cent from a sale than he is concerned about producing a well-made durable product.