Men's Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoes - Premium shoes from TARKINE RUNNING - Just $120! Shop now at TARKINE ATHLETICS
Men's Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoes - Premium shoes from TARKINE RUNNING - Just $120! Shop now at TARKINE ATHLETICS
Men's Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoes
Men's Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoes - Premium shoes from TARKINE RUNNING - Just $120! Shop now at TARKINE ATHLETICS
Men's Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoes - Premium shoes from TARKINE RUNNING - Just $120! Shop now at TARKINE ATHLETICS
Men's Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoes - Premium shoes from TARKINE RUNNING - Just $120! Shop now at TARKINE ATHLETICS

Men's Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoes

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Introducing the Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoe – the epitome of innovation and comfort for the avid runner seeking a natural and unrestricted running experience. Engineered with precision and crafted with care, these cutting-edge barefoot running shoes redefine your connection to the ground, allowing you to unleash your primal instincts and conquer the trails with unparalleled agility.

Key Features:

  1. Primal Connection Technology: Experience the thrill of barefoot running without sacrificing protection. The Tarkine Primal X is equipped with Primal Connection Technology, a unique sole design that promotes natural movement, flexibility, and sensory feedback. Feel the earth beneath your feet while enjoying the support you need for any terrain.

  2. Lightweight and Breathable Construction: Weighing in at just ounces, these barefoot running shoes are a testament to minimalism. The breathable upper ensures optimal ventilation, keeping your feet cool and dry during even the most intense runs. Say goodbye to bulky, restrictive footwear – the Tarkine Primal X embraces simplicity without compromising performance.

  3. Precision Fit and Comfort: The shoe's anatomical design follows the contours of your foot, providing a glove-like fit that eliminates unnecessary pressure points. With a secure yet flexible lacing system, you can customize the fit to your liking, ensuring maximum comfort mile after mile.

  4. Durable Traction for Any Terrain: Conquer diverse terrains with confidence. The Primal X features a durable outsole with multidirectional lugs, delivering superior traction on trails, roads, and everything in between. Whether you're tackling rocky paths or smooth pavement, these shoes are built to handle it all.

  5. Versatile Performance: Ideal for seasoned barefoot enthusiasts and those transitioning into minimalist running, the Tarkine Primal X adapts to your unique running style. From short sprints to long-distance treks, experience the freedom of movement that only barefoot running can provide.

  6. Sustainable Design: Tarkine is committed to environmental responsibility. The Primal X is crafted using eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes, ensuring that you can run with a clear conscience. Join us in making strides towards a more sustainable and mindful running experience.

Unleash the primal runner within you with the Tarkine Primal X Barefoot Running Shoe. Elevate your performance, connect with the terrain, and revel in the joy of running in its purest form. Order your pair today and experience the freedom of movement like never before.

SPECS:

  • Removable 2mm insole.
  • 3.5mm outsole.
  • Zero drop. 
  • Highly durable rubber outsole.
  • Extra room to allow your toes to splay correctly.
  • Non-tie easy-fit lacing system.
  • Women's 8US weighs in at ~166 grams.
  • Men’s 9US weighs in at ~195 grams.

SIZING:

  • All sizing in US
  • Primal X fits true to size

WHAT IS TARKINE'S RETURNS POLICY?

Tarkine designs and manufactures all of its products using the best quality materials and practices possible. However, if one of our products is not working perfectly for you, then we will happily help to organise a return and full refund.

Shoes -We provide you 30 days to try on and test your Tarkine.com shoe purchases, confidently knowing you can return the shoes, for any reason, within this period. The 30-day period starts the day the shoes are delivered to the customer. This policy means customers are free to run, walk and test the shoes, with the full knowledge that if they are not happy, they can simply return the product.

For all other items -We provide you 30 days to try on your Tarkine.com purchases, confidently knowing you can return any item within 30 days, so long as the item is in the same condition as when you received it. 

Can I exchange my Tarkine.com order?

Simply ship your shoes to: 

Tarkine Exchanges
3/6 Sainsbury Rd
O'Connor, 6163, WA, Australia

Please also email us at info@tarkine.com with your order number and exchange wishes. We will process it within 2 business days, Mon-Fri. We offer free exchanges. 

How can I return my Tarkine.com order?

Simply ship your shoes to: 

Tarkine Exchanges
3/6 Sainsbury Rd
O'Connor, 6163, WA, Australia

And email us at hello@tarkine.com to let us know.

We will endeavor to process all returns within 24 hours Monday-Friday once the shoes have arrived back to us. For returns for refunds, we ask the customer to pay the shipping cost.

How do I return a defective or faulty product?

We stand behind all of our products; they are all checked extensively before being sent to customers. If you believe your product is defective or faulty then contact us at info@tarkine.com and we will organise a return and refund.

How do I return a retail store purchase?

Purchases made at retail stores must be returned to the store. Make sure that you ask the store if you have questions about their policies.

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Customer Reviews

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Stacey Williams
Loving them

Ive been wearing barefoot shoes for a while now, I have a pair similar but wanted to try an Australian product so I got a pair for me and a pair for my brother to try, I think my Tarkine shoes are better than my other ones.
Really comfy and all the other cool stuff that comes with wearing a shoe like this. We are both really happy with them.

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T
Very comfortable

So far so good. Happy to support local. They're more comfortable than I thought.

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James
Primal X

For context, I have experienced many brands of barefoot shoes over the last decade; Inov8 XF, Xero HFS, New Balance Minimus and Vivobarefoot Primus Lite II. I have had the Primal X for one week, in this time I have put them to good work in the gym and as an all day shoe.

Support
What I really like is the level of support in the shoe itself, unlike the Vivobarefoot, there is a lot of cushion and support around the upper foot - which for me was well appreciated as I had issues with sock slippage in the Vivobarefoots.

Toe box
They aren’t as wide in the toe box as the Vivobarefoot or the Xero’s, but I can wear toe spacers and not feel overly restricted.

Sole
The sole is great with grip but is definitely engineered for off road running and not so minimalist for in gym training sessions. BUT I still get amazing feedback and the extra grip and depth of the sole has not been an issue at all.

Insole
The only problem I have had with this shoes is the inner sole. During a warmup I was conducting some broad jumps and the inner sole of my right shoe bunched up and hasn’t returned to its natural state. This isn’t a terribly significant issue as you can remove or replace them, but it’s just an observation of my experience.

Elastic draw string lances
I am not a fan of the draw string shoe laces, but so far they haven’t been an issue for comfort and seem to stay in place. I must caveat this as I have not done a great deal of distance running in these yet (max 1km).

Style
The style is fantastic, really good looking shoe.

Sizing
True to size.

Verdict
I will definitely buy these shoes again, and my fiancée is eyeing off a pair too.

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Zoran Stepanovski

Great fit and quality second to done

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Glen Bearham
Primal X - New Favorite Shoe

I prefer to run in zero drop shoes but my previous go to small business shoe manufacturers got bought out by a big brand name and lost their charm. I jumped at the Tarkine's when my wife showed them to me as the company has all the same passion that attracted me to my previous zero drop shoes. Having been through several pairs of regular running shoes in the meantime, and because I have never run barefoot shoes before, I eased myself very slowly into the Primal X fully transitioning to them as my main shoe over two months. I am writing this review following a 25km road run in them this morning.

My feet are relatively wide and I love the room provided for my toes to fully splay and feel comfortable. The soles strike a good balance of road/trail feel without transmitting painful rock jabs. I was a little concerned about how the shoes would feel descending hills with the elastic laces but after 150m climbing then descending again yesterday and 400m today they felt perfectly natural. With regular highly padded shoes I have to focus on my stride all the time or I revert back to over striding and other bad practices. I was confident that the barefoot shoes would keep these problems in check and sure enough my cadence significantly increased from the first wear and I naturally forefoot strike in them.