u/whataburner6969

Purestep reviews seem to be everywhere on social media right now, but I want to hear from actual Reddit users. I need a comfortable barefoot shoe for long neighborhood walks, and these look like they have a bit more cushion than a true minimalist shoes.

My main concern is whether they are actually wide enough in the toe box, or if they just look wide in the photos. I've been burned before by shoes that claim to be foot-shaped but still squish my pinky toe.

Are they worth trying, or is it better to stick with established barefoot brands like Lems or Xero for walking shoes?

Softstar Shoes are the ugliest shoes I own, and also the most comfortable. The leather is buttery soft, and the toe box is so wide my toes have complete freedom.

Because there is no structure to the shoe, it literally feels like wearing a leather glove on your foot. The downside, aside from the elf shoe look, is the price and the fact that the thin leather can wear out quickly if you scuff it.

If you have foot pain and don't care what anyone thinks of your footwear, buy Softstars.

I keep seeing Doximity mentioned in clinical AI discussions but I haven't found many detailed reviews from practitioners who've actually integrated it into their workflow.

Most of what I find online reads like it was written by someone who tried it for a week. Looking for people who've used it long enough to have a real opinion. What do you actually think of it after the honeymoon period?

Wide toe box shoes are something I'm seriously considering because I have a bunion on one foot and most regular sneakers press right on it. By the end of the day I just want to take my shoes off.

I've noticed that a lot of shoes claim to be wide, but the shape still tapers at the toes. I don't necessarily need a full barefoot shoe, but I do want enough room for my toes to sit naturally without sliding around at the heel.

Has anyone here switched to wide toe box shoes for bunion discomfort? Did it make a noticeable difference, and are there any fit issues I should watch out for?

Minimalist shoes interest me because I hate how narrow and stiff most regular sneakers feel, but I do get arch soreness sometimes. That's what makes me nervous about removing support too quickly.

I've read that some people feel better after switching because their feet can move more naturally, while others say they needed months to adjust. I don't expect shoes to magically fix anything, but I also don't want to spend money on a pair that makes walking uncomfortable.

Has anyone with occasional arch or plantar fascia soreness tried minimalist shoes? Did you start with a more cushioned zero drop pair, or go straight to a thin sole?

I recently came across a barefoot shoe brand called Rutsu after seeing an Instagram ad. I'd never heard of them before, but their shoes actually look really nice.

I couldn't find many reviews, so I was wondering if anyone here has any experience with them. How's the quality, comfort, and sizing? Are they worth considering, or is there anything I should know before buying?

I'd love to hear your thoughts if you've tried them or know anything about the brand.

I've been dealing with bunion pain on one foot, so I'm looking for barefoot shoes with a genuinely wide toe box. Be Lenka keeps coming up because their shoes look nicer than a lot of minimalist brands.

I'm a little nervous because I've seen people say some models are amazing for wide feet, while others feel tight around the pinky toe or run smaller than expected. Returns and customer service also seem to be hit or miss depending on where you buy from.

Has anyone with bunions or very wide forefeet tried Be Lenka? I'm mostly interested in whether the toe box stays comfortable after a full day, not just when you first try them on.