Vivobarefoot GOBI iii first impressions | Barefoot boot

[@OwenJackson]

Would these suit your city barefoot needs?

[@samcheshire2609]

Hay bru! Gotta say I love the new vid and honestly just love watching your stuff ❤

[@OwenJackson]

Different style but good to explore our creative and physical potential 😊 ​@@samcheshire2609 come visit Notts sometime and we’ll monkey about together 🐒

[@galaxxy09]

I bought the Primus Lite Knite about 4-5 months ago, and i totally agree it changes the shape or even the preference for comfort. I tried wearing my old joggers (which were comfortable before the barefoot shoes i bought) and they were absolutely painful and too tight. I ended up buying the Gobi III for smart casual events. I am concerned about rain and what will happen if they get wet, ill be sure to update anyone whos interested. Bottom line, i would highly recommend the Gobi III shoes.

[@OwenJackson]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the Primus Lite Knit and Gobi III shoes. You've made versatile barefoot choices 🙌 I've found the natural water resistance of the Gobi's to be sufficient during showers. Let us know your long-term impressions, I'm sure others would be interested as well. Thanks for being part of the conversation 😃

[@AlecFortescue]

The insole supplied with them really warps around the heel for me, anyone else experienced that? Still no blisters or anything but I had to return my pair because some bulge formed between the layers of the boot's insole after my first walk. Otherwise, they are comfortable like nothing non-sporty I wore before but they don't really seem to be made to be worn without the insole unlike Primus

[@OwenJackson]

Totally agree with their comfort. They make me look forward to wearing a formal shoe. I’m sorry to hear that you haven’t had the best experience Have you looked into any other formal, barefoot or desert boots?

[@theDude9750]

I have the same problem with the Geo Court model. I'll not return them though bc I like them too much, I'd rather start looking for a different insole and right now I'm trying to push them a little forward in the shoe before I put them on.

[@makanai895]

Yes they made the Gobi insole wider than on the Gobi ii despite making the Gobi iii shoe narrower. Took me ages to work out that was the reason I disliked my Gobi iii's but love my Gobi ii's. I've not tried it yet but I think they can be trimmed down to be the right shape.

[@brandonpolack]

I've had this issue with the Ra III, the outsole starts to stretch out and bubble at the hell and forefoot after a month. I've returned them and got a new pair 3 times now. Sad it's the design of the rubber sole, my favorite shoes I've ever purchased so hopefully they update them

[@lp5913]

After merely two days of hiking up and down the hills around Nijmegen wearing my new barefoot forest esc shoes, my second toes got de-attached from the big toes! Quite a result, I'd say. That was a week ago and haven't got cramps in my toes and legs at night since. (Knock on wood). Bought these Gobi iii based on your review for I was searching my eye balls out for an - almost - all round barefoot shoe, city and park, for the coming Dutch autumn and winter which are not so harsh. Should it get really harsh, I'll wear my forest ones. Looking forward to their arrival! Thanks for this video!

[@OwenJackson]

It sound like you’ve made a great choice and your body and feet are enjoying the freedom. Thanks for taking the time to watch and hope you enjoy the Gobi 👣

[@abc76580]

After a few months how have the shoes been, especially in rainy conditions? Say just traversing around the cities on rainy days, got any wet socks or all dry so far?

[@vagabond4113]

Thanks for doing a straight to the point review. I've got wide feet so I cannot wear my loafers for long periods anymore. Cheers

[@OwenJackson]

You’re very welcome Vagabond 🙏🏻 hope you enjoyed my thoughts 💭 Their width is what convinced me to purchase them after a pair of tight brogues felt way too smothering, so echo your thoughts. Are you tempted by the Gobis?

[@vagabond4113]

@@OwenJackson yeah you kinda convinced me. I'm not as active as you are (unless I'm at the gym) but I find myself walking around my desk in my socks these days so it would make sense getting some barefoot shoes.

[@vagabond4113]

​@@OwenJacksonupdate: it's a good shoe. Been wearing them to work and they're super comfortable. They've kind of spoiled me as I find it hard to wear conventional shoes now because I can't feel the ground.

[@AlecFortescue]

I am making a fuss at work over footwear, I am done with unhealthy demands of modernity. I can barely wear supported shoes anymore, even in wide fit unless I am going for a run and gonna stomp the ground. Hoping to transition out of that soon enough.

[@vagabond4113]

@@AlecFortescue I hope you manage to find some good shoes. Honestly, the Gobi III shoes are great. I also bought the Vivobarefoot Addis shoes for the gym.

[@sowhat3430]

My Gobi2 is still going strong although it is only served as my travel and causal dressing shoes. Don’t see much difference btw 2 and 3, maybe just the upholstery leather from cow hide to some recycled leather.

[@OwenJackson]

Glad to hear the Gobi 2 are serving you well 😃 Amazing shoe to cover lots of scenarios, perfect for travel 🙌 happy adventures

[@seanoverend7297]

My feet r calling out 4 Pair. My Toes kill after a hard day in work . But Safety comes 1st. Love the look of those Desert boot.

[@OwenJackson]

Hey Sean, thanks for watching mate. Your feet will thank you, once you unleash them into foot shaped shoes, it's hard to go back to 'conventional' footwear 🦶 Do you need steel toe caps for work? The Tracker ESC is a super functional boot, I think you'll love the aesthetic, although maybe not suitable if you need safe rating kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipmQfWd7g7WWgNU

[@kenyoudosome]

Hi Owen, Love the video and your energy! I saw that there is light rain/snow in your video and I have a question about the Gobi iii resisting water. How do they hold up with wet weather? Do they have any water resistant feature at all? Would you say these must not touch water at all since they are made from natural leather?

[@OwenJackson]

Hey Kendrick, appreciate the thoughtful comment ⚡️ hope you enjoyed a little tour of Nottingham 🏹 My feedback with resistance to water and inclement weather. Due to the natural properties of leather, I’d presume they offer a good level of protection from surface splashes and general adversity. My guess would be they wouldn’t stand up to persistent or repeated submerging in water, like you’d find in boggy, water logged fields. However that isn’t their intended purpose. You pose an interesting question and I will potentially seek out some puddles to test their full potential 💦 As long as you don’t let water rise above the stitching line of the boot, I’d suppose they’ll be happy in varying conditions 🌦️Also the tread isn’t super deep for deep snow, but my thought would be you would select a different shoe for when the weather got really bad 😊 Just my opinions 💭 and I caveat all of the above by saying they’ve been warm and comfortable in the nominal snow flakes, however the majority of time I’ve worn them in regular formal activities with minimal wet weather so can only comment on my experience ❄️ Let me know if I can help any further

[@kenyoudosome]

@@OwenJackson Thank you so much for your quick and prompt reply! Your review surely helps me making my purchase decision. Keep up the good work! 💪

[@OwenJackson]

@@kenyoudosome happy to help and all the best on your adventures

[@hughforster]

Beautiful shoe, just bought a pair yesterday in bracken. I love the slip on freet shoes too and lems slip on as well. The lems are less like a true barefoot shoe though. Overall, nothing beats the real thing, I’m barefoot 90% of the time.

[@OwenJackson]

Love to hear your barefoot lifestyle Hugh. Also love what you’re doing with Movement and getting back to nature through your content. Great to connect with likeminded individuals such as yourself 🙏🏻 💚 keep doing your thing and exploring nature 🦶🏻

[@paologherardi9377]

Hi, I saw that you chose 42, but exactly what size foot are you? How do they fit? Since I'm a size 8 I don't know whether to take the same size or a larger one, even though I usually wear size 8. Thanks

[@OwenJackson]

Hi Paolo, on the Vivo website, you'll find a helpful link under the shoe size selection called 'What is my Vivobarefoot size?' It should provide you with a good indication. A size 8 fits me well, but since everyone's feet are uniquely shaped and sized, I can't provide specific advice for your individual needs. I hope that helps, and feel free to reach out if you have any further questions.

[@jimkennedy7784]

Great review. My feet have also splayed out and I hate wearing standard formal shoes. Looking for shoes for office wear and this looks like it fits the bill.

[@OwenJackson]

With great power comes great responsibility…. Or should that be great feet and great responsibility 🦶🏻 😊 Thanks for checking in Jim. How’s life and adventures for you? 💙

[@jimkennedy7784]

Yeah. Damaged feet from weight lifting many years ago so now trying to prioritise feet strength as much as possible

[@OwenJackson]

Thank you for sharing Jim. Other than barefoot shoes, what are you doing to regain functionality my friend? 😊 🦶🏻

[@jimkennedy7784]

@@OwenJackson Been doing toe yoga, balance work, tib raises along with calf raises, side planks, 90/90, working on internal hip rotation also.

[@OwenJackson]

Amazing combo 🤩 solid foundations all the way up 🚧👷🏻🔨

[@japanesewarrior1012]

What’s the difference between the gobi 3 and the ra 3?

[@OwenJackson]

I’m yet to try the RA iii I’m afraid 🙈 Other than the ankle height I’m unsure of their specific differences. I would love to try them and make a video comparing them. Maybe in the future… hopefully someone in the community can offer feedback 🤞🏻

[@Dejan27]

Hello Owen, may I ask you a question? I'm interested in the Gobi so this way it will be more clear about the size to pick. You picked the Gobi III Mens size 42 EU (26,6 cm). How long are your feet?

[@OwenJackson]

Hey 👋🏻 I’ve roughly measured my feet 25.5cm I’m part of the Vivobiome programme. So going for a 3D scan next week so will get a super accurate result 🦶🏻 📏 Hope that helps 🙏🏻

[@Dejan27]

@@OwenJackson thank you. It surely will

[@OwenJackson]

Let me know how you get on 😃 don’t forget to grab a discount using the code in the description ✌🏻

[@Dejan27]

​@@OwenJacksonunfortunately I'm from EU but I'll buy them whatsoever

[@OwenJackson]

Ah. No worries. Last I heard I didn’t work there but hopefully one day I’ll be able to help others get a little bit of a bargain 🤞🏻 All the best and appreciate your support 🙏🏻

[@alliehapunik]

Love this review

[@OwenJackson]

Thaks for checking it out Allie 😃 Are you considering a barefoot shoe like this? 🦶 Lovely to share a little slice of Nottingham with you, have you visited? 🏹📍

[@lordfufuXL]

Bro this is random but can i use these shoes for indoor football, my achool is strict with dresscode black pants whit polo black leather shoes is a requirement. Will this be a good choice to wear ?? I mostly play on cement

[@OwenJackson]

Hey lord fufu. Cool name 🤙🏻 I’ve just been wearing mine in fact to this question is timely. They do look reminiscent of an old school football boot. Also check out the RA iii as a low cut alternative. I don’t have any experience in playing football in them on cement but would hope that the leather would wear well. Don’t forget to check out the code in the description if you decide to grab a pair. All the best and let me know if I can help any further ✌🏻

[@lordfufuXL]

@@OwenJackson aight dope thnx for the feedback would get one btw where do put the discount code in the checkout bit

[@OwenJackson]

Yes. At the Checkout ✅

[@righteoussoundtv]

Hey man. Where’s the jacket from?

[@OwenJackson]

Hey mate, thanks for the comment 😃 Vans. Where are you based? Have you visited Notts? 🏹

[@alessiocalore5128]

Hi! I’ve a question: i have a 49 size primus lite III and they fit PERFECT with my feet. But now i want to buy the “Gobi Lux Mens Desert Boots Brown”…does the gobi fit in the same way as the primus lite III?

[@OwenJackson]

Hey Alessio I think you’ll love the boots. Size wise, the Gobi are representative to the fit of the Primus Lite iii. I think the Gobi and the Lites work as a great pairing 🙌🏻 The Lite iii do such a great job that it makes it hard for other shoes, but wearing the Gobi, they feel like a mature and stylish big brother. Does that make sense 😊 Don’t forget OWEN10 gets you 10% off ✌🏻

[@alessiocalore5128]

@@OwenJackson thanks man! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@OwenJackson]

@@alessiocalore5128 very welcome, all the best with your adventures and keep me updated on your decision and thoughts ✅

[@AlecFortescue]

I got size 8 Primus Lite and got Size 8 Gobi two months later - They feel different and there is definitely much more room should you remove the in-sole. They do not "wrap" around your foot as easily as Primus does; they're less adjustable and should you take the insole out they'll be quite roomy and wobbly. They are close enough to the feel of Primus and very comfortable as long as you keep the insole inside and even with that bit of friction I never got a blister during long walks; they just harden my skin slowly over time.

[@imanimaverick1272]

Can someone tell me if the woman version is good for wide feet? Or can someone recommend a good show brand for wide feet! Nothing great in the market

[@OwenJackson]

hi Imani, in the mens version they have given me plenty of width and I have enjoyed the freedom it has given my feet for formal occasions. I would imagine the women's version is the same. I have tried the women's version of vivobarefoot before [ I wanted blue primus lites] and found the mens and women's near identical. Im sure there is some difference but I couldn't perceive it. Consider also the Gobi Boot which I have found a fantastic shape, generous sizing and freedom for my feet. video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpq2pZRvgcxkmtUsi=PZYshGO0PeVHhthy

[@imanimaverick1272]

Thank you for the reply. Yes, me too can’t tell the difference between the mens and womens. Prefer an all seasons footwear but will check out the Gobi shoes, thanks

[@serhiipylypenko664]

Does they run true to size?

[@OwenJackson]

I got my regular size🦶🏻✅

[@08ya08]

Could you write the insole lenght please?

[@OwenJackson]

Sure thing. About 27.5cm

[@08ya08]

@@OwenJackson Thank you!

[@OwenJackson]

You’re very welcome let me know if I can help any further 👌🏻

[@kails.witchmann770]

thx mate

[@OwenJackson]

you're very welcome Kail, thank you for watching 🙏

[@EntirelyHonest]

PS. Would love to see more of these vlog style videos. You have a real talent for film making dude. I'd lean into it more if I were you!

[@OwenJackson]

Really appreciate that mate. What sort of lifestyle stuff would you be interested in seeing?

[@EntirelyHonest]

@@OwenJackson I guess just talking about self-improvement related topics. Breathing/cold exposure seems to be your niche. Maybe like nature vlogs focused on learning a particular breathe work exercise? Or even just a vlog to a particular cold dip location or something :)

[@OwenJackson]

thanks for the feedback and will for sure give it some thought and integrate into future videos 🤙💙 What's your current focus for videos, content creation and life?

[@EntirelyHonest]

@@OwenJackson My new job has been all consuming lately :( But for me its to focus on self-improvement related content. Diet, fitness, psychology. For life, I want to become the best possible version of myself and to help inspire others to do the same :)

[@OwenJackson]

Amen brother 🙏🏻 you're on the path with your mission ⚔️ excited to see what the future has in store for you ✌️

[@EntirelyHonest]

YOU'VE GOT HOBBIT FEET. YOU NEED A PEDICURE FRODO!! lol jk. I was looking at getting a pair of these myself from revivo. Do you find that the ankle coming up like that affects the breathability of the shoe? I have to wear shoes all day at work and my feet get sweaty in them, especially in the summer. Also, how do you find the fit of these compared to the Primus Lite III's? I have a pair of those and they fit well enough , but I remember when I tried on the Primus Trail II FG in the same size I had this to say (yes i take notes on barefoot shoe sizing lol): "Pinky toe edge of shoe is thicker than the Lite III's and digs into your feet when you walk. Very uncomfortable and I don't think it would "break in" I think it's just the design of the shoe. Also the padding at the big toe ontop is bigger, so when I flex my toes up, they hit that hard padding instead of the mesh, which is much less comfortable than the Lite III's. They do seem to be a bit shorter than the Primus Lite III's however, but they just aren't comfortable. The laces feel wirey and thin as well." I'm curious of the Gobi iii's would work for me tho. I am going to need a second pair of dress shoes for the summer, and the Lem's 9to5's don't restock for a while.

[@OwenJackson]

hahah, you're not wrong, I got have hobbit feet and require a pedicure 🤪 Gobi fit is spot on for me, and the sizing is comparable to that of the Primus lite I would say. I haven't worn them in warm conditions, you can see in the video it even started snowing, in spring ❄️ UK weather for you! I love the desert boot aesthetic, maybe also checkout the RA iii. Or if you're looking for a vegan alternative, the Scot iii Eco! If the Scott's had been in stock, I would've had a hard time choosing between them and the Gobis. Hope that helps and let me know your thoughts and decision dude ✌️

[@EntirelyHonest]

@@OwenJackson Thanks man!

[@anniwilson2534]

I’ve a pair of black Vivobarefoot Chelsea boots for formal wear, they go with anything 😊

[@OwenJackson]

sounds perfect Anni thanks for letting us know 🥾🦶 I've never tried a Chelsea boot. What's the fit like?

[@OwenJackson]

@@EntirelyHonest anytime brother, gotta help each other out 👊

[@richardmorley83]

How many pairs is this now? Think you may be catching me up

[@OwenJackson]

Like Pokémon, gotta catch ‘em all!! 🙈⚡️what’s next on your wish list mate?

[@OwenJackson]

… you’ll be need some kids shoes soon 👶🏻🚼 💨

[@noctilucent7396]

will they resist broken glass etc?

[@OwenJackson]

I do my best to avoid broken glass 😅 but reassuring the website says: The Pro5 Puncture Resistant finish is a lightweight and flexible 0.8mm layer on the sole. Protective underfoot to keep painful bits out, but still letting all the feeling in. Hope it helps ✌🏻

[@AlecFortescue]

Sure they will resist broken glass. Might be a bit of an ouch feeling they'll save you. but should you step on a nail... Best of luck then.

[@bangbangcabrera]

I've stepped on small pieces of glass with my Gobi II's and they've been fine. I probably wouldn't step on shards or big pieces of glass with these, although the sole is puncture-resistant that doesn't mean it's puncture-proof!

[@pokemonbacon1237]

Is your code still working

[@OwenJackson]

Hey, use code OJ10 👍

[@OwenJackson]

Did the code work for you? It had to be changed, but maybe one day I’ll be back to the original code. In the meantime. Let me know if I can help any further 🙏🏻

[@pokemonbacon1237]

@@OwenJackson yes the good worked online but I’ll going to the store in person hopefully they do in store code deals

[@OwenJackson]

Let me know if it works instore 🛒 😊 have you decided what style you’re choosing? 🦶🏻

[@rgabriel5043]

I already bought into hippy propaganda... now I just want to see how shue looking like with a fitting outfit damn

[@OwenJackson]

Thank you for watching. How do you think the outfit vibes? Also, I'm curious, how long have you been enjoying barefoot shoes?

[@rgabriel5043]

​@@OwenJackson 3 years or so. Mainly because I have a huge foot on the sides and I literally can't wear anything else. Before barefoot just the thought of buying shues was giving me ptsd. They are extremely costly so I just bought one pair of most useful ones and I overused them til nearly total degradation, but they are handling well

[@rgabriel5043]

@@OwenJackson Idk talking about outfit, would have been nice to see a smart casual one. That's what I'm looking for with this shues. Preferably regular trousers, jeans whatever. I am not good at fashion so I was looking for inspiration that match those shues, but everyone is talking about how healthy their legs are after returning to whoogaboga which I understand at this point. I returned to whoogabooga myself, but I just want to know how to style them