HALDY / wildling barefoot boots for winter casual

[@AndrewFolts]

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[@DavidSinanan]

Solid review. I like those boots, they look awesome. And your review sold me pretty well. I think what you're saying on the beeswax vs poly liner makes sense. I'd love a review on the Saguro Brisk 1 rubber boots. They look pretty neat. You always give the best breakdowns of materials and performance for barefoot shoes. Cheers!

[@AndrewFolts]

Woah, I've been looking for a barefoot rain boot for years. Too bad they're sold out, but I'll keep an eye for when they're back in stock. It's unfortunate that they're fleece lined, because that usually tends to make my feet very sweaty. Wish they had a plain rubber option.

[@DavidSinanan]

@@AndrewFolts yeah, the sold out sucks. And I'm size 12, so they don't even yet come in my size. But I'm hoping if they fly they'll produce them in my size. I saw one other one in all the years I've watched barefoot boots. But it was overseas, not produced widely and didn't have any English content. I can't find them anymore. The import tariffs were very restrictive at the time. Totally feel you on the foot sweat too. Hyperhydrosis... Bleh. These ones are the first I've seen since. I'm so interested in a pair of barefoot rubber boots. (and a pair of dress shoes if you'll ever review any for me! Poke, poke. Lol. Love you man).

[@oneduelist]

Awesome, thanks for the review. I've been considering this model! I would also like to see a poylester membrane-free version.

[@AndrewFolts]

Yea, I feel like with thicker canvas, beeswax, and no membrane, the Haldy would give any winter barefoot boot a run for its money. But even so, really happy with the new sole and toebox!

[@oneduelist]

@AndrewFolts yeah that new sole looks great!

[@mtnbiker14]

I'm really hoping and waiting for the North Wolf (or something very similar) to come with the new shell sole. I have a few pairs of Wildling shoes and the one thing that has kept me from getting a real "winter boot" from them is that nothing I've tried has been very good in wet conditions. My Chestnuts with a wool insole added get me through some very cold days, but nothing they've made before has made me feel confident about wet/slushy conditions. PLEASE make a "North Wolf 'Resouled'"!!!

[@AndrewFolts]

Yea, they should just resole all their boots. It's better in every way, IMO.

[@tal18vr]

Hello Andrew thank you for all the info. I’m thinking of buying Wildling Atmodois, and I have a question you may be able to answer, do they restrict mobility in the ankle? That thing is really important to me since when my ankle is restricted it directly negatively impacts my back pain when moving. I don’t have access to Wildlings in my country to try out. I’m wondering if they allow similar ankle mobility as the vivo’s magna with their sock like ankle. Thank you and all the best!

[@AndrewFolts]

No, Wildlings are thin and extremely flexible. They don't limit movement whatsoever. (:

[@tal18vr]

@@AndrewFolts Thank you !

[@mysense7005]

Oh cool, I was hoping for a review of their newer models. Have you actually used beeswax to waterproof shoes before? I want to get their winter heath model, which is similar but pink, but I am worried that beeswax will ruin the color.

[@AndrewFolts]

I can definitely try it out for you and make a video about how it looks. Usually wax doesn't change the color, it just gives the cotton a subtle sheen.

[@mysense7005]

@@AndrewFolts that would be super cool

[@mysense7005]

@@AndrewFolts I just bought the pink version. But I don't think I am going to use beeswax on them after all.

[@asdf1234_.]

I need a durable and versatile winter boot for cold/wet conditions (that fits into a minimalist wardrobe). From your reviews it seems that the Saltic Outdoor Winter (Vintero Easy) is the answer for me. Have you had any new opinions for other versatile and durable (work friendly) cold wet weather boots? I think this is the one I should buy through the link in your review

[@asdf1234_.]

It seems like the only reason the Vintero Easy got a lower rating (81%) over the Vintero (91%) was because the extra rubber protection makes it slightly less flexible for a true barefoot feel enthusiast. But for a durable work boot it's the better choice

[@AndrewFolts]

So the Vintero is def more comfortable/flexible for casual, especially if you're walking around a lot. The Easy is better if you're more standing around digging holes, working in one place, etc. It's quite stiff/protective and doesn't feel good for longer walks.

[@asdf1234_.]

@@AndrewFolts thanks!

[@smoothlie865]

Hello Andrew, i'm waiting for the review, thanks.

[@AndrewFolts]

Hey there, for what review?

[@passingflame24]

Hey Andrew, was wondering how good the water resistance is on these. I really need a winter boot. But i want to know how you think they would hold up walking through snow, or walking with them on a rainy day. I was considering getting the vivobarefoot trecker 2 fg. Because i had a pair before but had to return it for financial reasons. But i think i wanna give these wildlings a shot. The sole looks incredible. And i feel like if the water resistance is even half of the trecker, they just might be perfect for me.

[@AndrewFolts]

For snow, wet grass, and light rain the Haldy's fine with the membrane, but for heavy slush or a downpour, they will soak through. So just depends on what you need. The Tracker FG is indeed much more waterproof but only medium flexible. The Vivo Gobi Warmlined bit.ly/3BathmW is a great alternative with excellent flexibility and high water resistance. FOLTSY25 for 25% off Vivo is going until Dec 5th, which could help financially. That said, the Haldy is a bit lighter and does have a nice wool lining, tho. They're both super comfy.

[@passingflame24]

Thanks man! Yeah I was also considering the Gobi warmlined based on your review of them. So would you say they are more suited than the haldy for slush and downpour? ​@@AndrewFolts

[@millone3393]

Do the wool inserts that are suggested fill a wide toe box or are they designed with width in mind?

[@AndrewFolts]

Lots of companies sell them including Wildling. Here's theirs: bit.ly/49m2Yqg. They fit the boots precisely.

[@dangra25]

I walk 20000+ steps daily and I am flirting with the thought of buying barefoot shoes. Thing is, they cost (for me) quite some money and I tend to go through soles quick. These have such thin soles how long do they last?

[@AndrewFolts]

Hey Dan, I have at least ten pairs of barefoot shoes that've lasted me 7+ years. They last much longer than cushion shoes, because the soft foam is always the first thing to wear out-and most cushion shoes have a soft outsole to compensate for the higher stack height, which is also less durable. When you land and roll down smoothly in thin barefoot shoes, there's very little friction. The only thing that'll wear them down quick is if you scuff or twist your shoes. So I would check your stride, because that's an easy way to literally save $1,000's of dollars over your lifetime.

[@dangra25]

@@AndrewFolts Thank you so much for your reply. You have convinced me and I will check stores around me to try on a few pairs to find the right one.

[@weew0e767]

my old sole literally fell off 🤣🤣

[@AndrewFolts]

Oh dang, that tabi one? Maybe you can glue it back on, ha?

[@weew0e767]

@@AndrewFolts yeah that's what I'm thinking