Tuesday, September 26, 2017

New Coalton Chukka from Xero

Today I have an initial review of a new product from Xero Shoes.  I received these about a week and a half ago, and have a video review in the works, but I wanted to at least get a short one out with my impressions so far.   By way of background, I bought my first pair of Xeros back in 2010, when this company was in its infancy.  They have consistently put out good, innovative footwear since that time.  The Coalton is a great example.


     This latest offering is a casual chukka-style that is comfortable enough to wear all day, and just dressy enough to get away with pretty much any attire.  In my day job, I work in an office, and have been wearing these Coaltons to work since I received them.  I am on my feet a lot during the day, and these leave my feet with a great feeling at the end of the day.  I am fortunate to have a desk at which I can stand for most of the day, and these keep my feet comfortable enough to do so.  

     These great shoes are built on the same, tried-and-true running sole that has become one of Xero’s most recognizable features.  Absolute zero-drop and a crazy-wide (in a good way J) toe box that gives your feet plenty of room.  They are made of a nice feeling semi-distressed leather upper that is soft to the touch and has an almost suede-like feel to it.  Top that off with leather laces and you have the whole package.  These can be worn anywhere, with jeans or khakis, to more dress-type pants and they just blend in well.  The stitching and Xero traditional side strap lacing system give these just enough character so they are not “just another shoe.”  The more I wear them, the more they break-in and get even more comfortable. After a while, these are going to feel like my best old leather gloves, only on my feet.  Do yourself a favor and spring for a pair (or two) of these.  As with every Xero product, they are backed by world-class customer service and the 5,000 mile warranty on the soles.  Xero continues to push the envelope with their designs, and this one was a home run!