Product Information

• Are Feelgrounds environmentally friendly?

  Our goal is to create shoes that are better for your feet and better for the environment than traditional shoes. All of our shoes are 100% animal-free, and we are using recycled materials wherever possible. We do already have plans for future products with more natural materials for everybody wh...

• Are Feelgrounds free of harmful substances?

  Yes, all materials used by us have been tested for harmful substances by the Swiss testing institute SGS and are safe & compliant with the European REACH regulations.

• Are Feelgrounds produced under fair working conditions?

  Our shoes are manufactured under fair conditions in Vietnam. It is of great importance to us to treat anyone involved in Feelgrounds well! All workers are of age and benefit from social, medical, and accident insurance. The workers' salary is above the regional average and they receive compliment...

• Are Feelgrounds shoes grounded/earthed?

  Our shoes are not "grounded" in the sense of conducting. We do not offer any DIY earthing kits.

• Are Feelgrounds suitable for running, hiking, and other sports?

  We designed Feelgrounds barefoot shoes to be casual sneakers perfect for everyday use (e.g. for the office, shopping, or going for a walk). For our sole, we chose a particularly soft and flexible material to provide a maximum barefoot feel. That’s why we do not recommend wearing your Feelgrounds ...

• Are Feelgrounds vegan?

  Yes. We chose to use responsibly sourced materials to produce our shoes. They are 100% animal-free.

• Are Feelgrounds waterproof?

  Feelgrounds Mesh styles: Our Mesh styles are designed with an extra breathable mesh material. That's why they aren’t water-repellent or waterproof. Feelgrounds Knit styles: The upper material of our Knit styles is coated with a water-repellent treatment of wax and silicone (PFC-free, PFOA-free, ...

• Can I wear Feelgrounds with toe spacers/spreaders?

  Yes, you can wear toe spacers/spreaders in our shoes. However, if you do have extremely wide feet and use toe spacers at the same time, you might face compatibility issues. Correct Toes® reviewed our shoes. They agreed that our sneakers would accommodate their toe spacers; however, individuals w...

• Should I wear Feelgrounds with or without socks?

  It is totally up to you and your personal preferences, whether you desire to wear Feelgrounds with or without socks. Some of our customers prefer to wear them barefoot, just as many wear them with socks e.g., because of moisture absorption. Try it yourself and go with what feels best to you! Whe...

• What is the difference between the cork and the felt insole?

  Our felt and cork insoles have very similar features. They both have a thickness of 3 mm and therefore give a softer ground feel. If you have narrow or low-volume feet, they help you get a better fit in your Feelgrounds, and on colder days, they provide extra insulation. Both removable insoles ...

• What is the difference between the Knit and the Mesh material?

  You can find all the differences and characteristics of our Knit and Mesh materials in our detailed blog article.