Xero Shoes X1 Mid Basketball - Man

The first barefoot shoe for basketball is born, the Xero shoes X1

For years, basketball has been dominated by bulky shoes, packed with padding, reinforcements, and structures that, while promising protection, distanced players from their natural connection to the ground.

But all of that is about to change.

The first barefoot shoe on the market specifically designed for basketball has arrived.

And yes, it’s already being worn by professional NBA and WNBA players.

A new way to play, starting from your feet

This shoe breaks away from all traditional court footwear standards.

Its secret?

An explosive combination of design and high-performance functionality:

• Wide toe box: lets your toes spread and work naturally, without restrictions. More stability, more control, more power in lateral movements.

• Fully flat sole: true zero drop for natural body alignment and increased body awareness in every step, pivot, or jump.

• Herringbone tread outsole: maximum traction. Ideal for explosive changes of pace, aggressive cuts, and intense defense.

No unnecessary reinforcements: nothing that limits mobility. This shoe relies on the foot’s anatomy and proprioceptive work to provide real, active stability.

And no, this isn’t just another test.

This model is already making its mark among the elite:

Professional players like Isaiah Stewart, center for the Detroit Pistons, and Temi Fagbenle, of the Golden State Valkyries, are among the first to adopt this new movement philosophy on the court.

More natural, more free, more powerful.

Are the Xero Shoes X1 the new standard in basketball footwear?

Minimalist or barefoot footwear has already proven its strength in trail running, urban running, and daily life… and now it’s ready to change the way basketball is played.

If you thought barefoot was only for running or walking, this is just the beginning.

The X1 lets your feet and legs unleash all the potential that was locked away. No longer trapped inside four narrow walls.

Feel the freedom and strength of your feet — not their pain.

Just look at LeBron’s feet — I wouldn’t want to go through that.

Especially not now, with a real solution available: Xero Shoes X1, the first truly barefoot, foot-friendly basketball shoe.

My size

To find the best size for your feet, it's best to measure your feet at home in just 1 minute and use the "Check your size" button you'll see below the size selector.

And if you don’t get it right the first time, you will the second.

The size exchange system is simple, fast, and free if you activate the exchange insurance for €1.99 (valid for Spain).