Materials

• Upper: Textile and synthetic materials
• Lining: Soft textile
• Sole: Flexible synthetic material with good grip
• Insole: Removable
• Water-repellent membrane keeps feets dry and warm
• Contains recycled materials
• Free from PVC, fluorocarbons and animal-based materials

What we love about these shoes

• Wide toe box for natural toe movement
• Flexible, zero-drop sole
• Water-repellent construction
• Easy on/off with elastic straps
• Soft, kid-friendly materials

Fit

• Length: Generously sized
• Width: Fits narrow to medium-width feet
• Volume: Suitable for low to medium/high instep

Feel on the foot

• Lovely, skin-friendly materials! A truly comfortable shoe with what seems to be excellent grip in the sole. Great ground feel. However, the shoe feels a bit too narrow for Lina, who has a wide and medium-height foot. In both length and height, the shoe is generous. Lina typically wears size 37 in brands like Be Lenka, Xero, Barebarics and Vivobarefoot, but size 36 in Reima Sankari fits her perfectly, with plenty of room in the toe area. You may want to size down in this model.
• The shoes are spacious in length and height, with a fit that suits most children. They are of normal width in the last but have generous volume in height, making them suitable for low, normal, or high insteps. They are roomy over the instep but can be adjusted well thanks to the Velcro/laces. Arthur has a normal-width foot that is rather low, and for him the shoes feel roomy over the instep, but he likes the fit and tightens the Velcro a bit more. His usual size is 31, and he can wear size 31 in these as well.

Size guide

• Reima Sankari barefoot shoes are available in sizes 32–40. For smaller kids, the equivalent model Reima Viikari is available in sizes 22–31. We recommend measuring your child’s foot and comparing it with the size chart to find the best fit. If you're unsure between two sizes, opt for the larger one to allow space for socks and growing feet.

Care instructions

• To keep the shoes in good condition, brush or wipe off dirt and let them dry at room temperature. Avoid exposing the shoes to extreme heat or direct sunlight for extended periods, as this can damage the materials and affect performance.
• Treat the shoes regularly with a protective spray to repel dirt and help maintain the Water-repellent membrane – for example, this from Collonil is a great option.