Freet Blogs

Freet Shoes Review: My Honest Thoughts After Years of Barefoot Footwear

An honest Freet shoes review covering the Vibe, Feldom 2, Zennor, Tundra, Esk & Talus. One of our long term customers shares their pros and cons, and the best styles for everyday, trail, and wi...

Andrew Explains: Chamois – The Barefoot Hiking Boot for Mountains & Mud

Chamois is Freet’s newest barefoot, leather hiking boot. Read to find our more about this minimal boot built to tackle mud and mountains. 

Our Team’s Best UK Hikes (and the Freet Shoes We Wear)

Our Freet Team share their favourite UK Hikes - from peaceful woodland loops to epic coast-to-coast trails. 

Traditional vs Barefoot Hiking Boots: 5 Reasons to Switch This Autumn

Ditch stiff hiking boots! Discover 5 reasons natural hiking boots are safer, stronger and more comfortable, and our top options for autumn.

Find Your Perfect Summer Hiking Shoe With Our Handy Guide

Looking for the perfect hiking footwear this summer? From ultra-breathable hybrids to rugged waterproof boots, discover the Freet shoes designed to match your summer adventures.

Behind the Name- Howgill: Versatile by Nature, Built for Everything

The Howgill Fells are quietly spectacular - rolling, open hills tucked between two national parks. It’s the kind of place that doesn’t shout for attention, but rewards every step. Inspired by that ...

Outsoles with Purpose: How Freet Delivers Superior Grip & Durability

At Freet, all our barefoot outsoles are engineered with purpose: from deep-lugged MountainGrip to smooth EasyGrip. Dive into the design behind our soles and discover which outsole matches your life...

Trail Tested: Real-World Adventures in the Calver 2 & Feldom 2

From scrambling in the Lakes to running the Marathon du Mont Blanc, Ed has been putting the Freet Calver 2 and Feldom 2 through their paces. Read the full customer review here to see why these bare...

Why We Still Love Our Original Barefoot Designs

Our original barefoot shoes weren’t just designed—they were discovered, step by step, on real trails, coastlines, and village paths. In this post, we look back at the inspiration behind favourites ...

Turning Bottles into Shoes: How Freet Uses BottleYarn to Tread Lightly

At Freet, we’re turning plastic waste into high-performance footwear. Our BottleYarn—made from 60–80% recycled PET bottles—is tough, breathable, and perfect for barefoot shoes like. Comfort you can...