Vivobarefoot Hydra ESC Barefoot Multi‑Terrain Shoes - Men's

Revolutionary, high-performance swimrun trainers.

The Hydra ESC is our pinnacle swimrun and trail trainer, built to thrive in the aquatic biome in harmony with nature. It’s a pioneering take on amphibious barefootwear, created alongside elite athletes to glide underwater, grip on land, and drain and dry quickly.

Features
• This Vivo fits true to size
• Swimrun ESC Michelin outsole: The high-vis Michelin© sole for all-terrain traction
• Bloom® Foam Insole: The Bloom® Foam insole is made using the sustainable alternative to synthetic and petrochemical EVA foam, derived from algae biomass. This algae can damage our oceans, so harnessing it in our footwear helps clean up the environment
• Breathable Mesh: Breathable, lightweight and comfortable
• Rapid Drain and Dry: Mesh construction provides efficient drainage and keeps out sediment and debris, while water resistant materials ensure the boot doesn't absorb water, keeping them light and comfortable
• Tough Rubber Compound: Strong, non-marking rubber compound for sticky grip and high-abrasion when you need it most
• Vegan: The main materials in all our Vegan products are synthetic and aren’t derived from animals. We don’t(Yet)have the transparency we need over the production of all the small components(Such as adhesives and dyes)used in these products to ensure they meet vegan best practices. So, whilst we believe the shoes are vegan, we’re not yet able to guarantee it and want to be fully transparent
• Fit for natural stability: Foot-shaped fit enables toes to splay improving balance and providing a stable base of support
• Feel for natural sensory feedback: Thin sole allows the thousands of nerve endings in each foot to provide the brain with sensory feedback it needs to move with skill
• Flex for natural movement: Flexible footwear allows the muscles and tendons to load and recoil enabling your feet to get stronger for a natural spring in every step
• Off-trail extreme: Extremely good grip and traction for extreme terrains, still with plenty of barefoot feeling to connect to nature
• Multi-terrain: Giving you grip and ground feel on everything from wet and dry, rocky and firm terrain
• Fit, Feel, Flex: For natural stability, natural sensory feedback and natural strength
• Swimrun ESC Michelin outsole: The Swimrun ESC Michelin© outsole is engineered from sticky, durable rubber to give you great support, grip and peace of mind over tough terrains(Including slippery ones). The 4mm multi-directional lugs let you brake and change direction with control, making it ideal for any type of swimrun adventure
• Welcome back the wild: Human beings aren’t separate to nature, we are nature. When we listen to its rhythm and connect to its intelligence, we thrive. It's time to get outside and rewild
• Made in Vietnam

Materials
• Upper: Vamp(100% RPET), Overlay(80% Polyurethane, 20% Bio Corn KPU), Collar Knit(75% RPET, 21% Elastane, 4% Nylon Hotmelt), Eyestay TPU(80% Polyurethane, 20% Resin)
• Lining: Lining Microfibre(60% Polyurethane+Hotmelt, 40% Polyester)
• Hardware: Toggle Polycarbonate, Lace End TPU
• Laces: 100% RPET
• Insole: Bloom, Blind Insole(100% RPET), Turned Insole Backer(100% RPET)
• Outsole: Swim Run ESC Michelin Outsole(52% Synthetic Rubber, 48% Additives)

Specifications
• Weight(Based on a single shoe in Men's size: EU 42 | UK 8 | US 9): 350g
• Sole base: 2mm
• Tread Depth: 4mm

Care
• Cleaning: Brush off mud and clean with a damp cloth
• Drying: Remove insole and dry at room tempreture. Keep out of direct sunlight and avoid putting on a radiator
• Repair Options: Laces and insoles can be replaced
• End of life: Once you can’t repair or don't need them anymore, send us your old Vivos and we’ll make they sure they’re given a second life, or if they’re really well-loved, we'll store them until we launch our recycling solution