Summer Hiking & Walking Comparison
Use our handy comparison guide to help you choose the correct model for you.
| Keld 3 | Zennor 2 | Feldom 3 | Calver 2 | Selva | Danum | Esk 2 | Howgill | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £75 | £80 | £85 | £165 | £85 | £85 | £85 |
£90 |
| Best for | Breathable comfort for lightweight travel and hot, dry trails. | Town-to-trail sandal performance for warmer weather adventures. | Versatile trail running and hiking on mixed terrain. | Tough mountain trails with steep, muddy, technical terrain. | Lightweight adventure boot for tougher terrain and longer days. | Ultra-lightweight, breathable boot for town, trail and travel. | Everyday boot, from town to trail. | Ultra-breathable, weather-resistant sock-fit trail shoe with strong grip. |
| Season | All | All | Autumn/Winter | All | All | Spring, Summer, Autumn | Spring, Summer, Autumn | Spring, Summer, Autumn |
| Waterproofness | High | High | High | High | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Upper material | BottleYarn | BottleYarn Open Weave | BottleYarn | BottleYarn Open Weave Mesh | BottleYarn Open Weave Mesh | BottleYarn Open Weave Mesh | Leather | BottleYarn Open Weave Mesh |
| Outsole | TrailGrip | TrailGrip | 4mm HillGrip | 6mm MountainGrip | Stitched 6mm MountainGrip | 4mm HillGrip | Stitched 4mm HillGrip | 4mm HillGrip |
| Insole | ReBound | Flexile | ReBound | ReBound | ReBound | ReBound | Flexile | Flexile |
| Midsole | SoftFlex | SoftFlex | SoftFlex | SoftFlex | SoftFlex | SoftFlex | SoftFlex | SoftFlex |
| Stack height (with / without insole) | 12.5mm / 10mm | 12.5mm / 10mm | 11mm / 8mm | 10.5mm / 8mm | 11mm / 8mm | 10.5mm / 8mm | 10mm / 7mm |
10mm / 7.5mm |
| Weight (pair, size 42) | 880g | 880g | 920g | 840g | 640g | 690g | 720g | 495g |
This shoe fits true to size
The best guide for sizing your new Freet shoes is to start with your usual shoe size. Think about whether you always take this size or whether you sometimes need to go smaller or larger.
Customer feedback is that this style fits true to size; so order your normal size.
Our shoes are originally produced in EU sizes. All UK sizes are the closest conversion so, if you know your EU size, you may want to consider using this.
It is vital that you allow at least 5mm extra at the front of the shoe. For example; your foot is 248mm long. You will likely need size EU40 to allow enough free space at the end of your shoe.
The lengths shown are the Insole lengths (the actual shoe length will be 2 or 3 mm longer).
Adult
| Insole Length | Width | UK | EU |
|---|---|---|---|
| 236mm | 88mm | 4 | 37 |
| 242mm | 89mm | 5 | 38 |
| 249mm | 90mm | 6 | 39 |
| 257mm | 92mm | 6.5 | 40 |
| 262mm | 93mm | 7 | 41 |
| 268mm | 95mm | 8 | 42 |
| 275mm | 98mm | 9 | 43 |
| 284mm | 100mm | 9.5 | 44 |
| 290mm | 101mm | 10 | 45 |
| 295mm | 102mm | 11 | 46 |
| 300mm | 104mm | 12 | 47 |
| 307mm | 106mm | 12.5 | 48 |
| 313mm | 107mm | 13 | 49 |
Junior
| Insole Length | Width | UK | EU |
|---|---|---|---|
| 176mm | 79.5mm | 9 | 27 |
| 183mm | 81mm | 10 | 28 |
| 189mm | 76mm | 11 | 29 |
| 195mm | 78mm | 11.5 | 30 |
| 201mm | 80mm | 12.5 | 31 |
| 207mm | 82mm | 13.5 | 32 |
| 214mm | 83mm | 1 | 33 |
| 221mm | 84mm | 1.5 | 34 |
| 228mm | 86mm | 2.5 | 35 |
| 234mm | 87mm | 3.5 | 36 |
| 240mm | 89mm | 4 | 37 |
| 246mm | 91mm | 5 | 38 |
Measuring Your Foot
Sometimes as a second check it is worth measuring your foot. Feet can be different sizes so its worth measuring both and taking the largest.
Standing next to a wall place a piece of paper against the wall. Place your foot on the paper with your heel just touching the wall.
- The next stage is easier if you get someone else to help do it.
- Take a pencil or pen and trace the outline of the foot on the paper.
- Start at the heel.
- Keep the pen at 90 degrees to the paper, so vertical, see diagram.
- Don't draw under the foot.
If possible, please work from the EU sizes (the US and UK sizes are nearest conversions to these sizes so will not be as accurate). The lengths and widths are the dimensions of the insole in mm measured as per the picture below:
Sizing & Fitting Help
Suitable For:
Hiking
Key Features:
BottleYarn Knit Upper + HillGrip Outsole
Sustainability:
60% Recycled BottleYarn
Freet Fit
Wide Toe Box, Zero Drop, Flexible
Water ✔️
Mud ✔️
Sand ✔️
Gravel ✔️
Steep Slippery Slopes ✔️
Spartan Race Obstacles ✔️
I bought these shoes specifically for a Spartan Super Race and they performed without fail straight out of the box. They stayed on in the mud and water. Never slipped or lost traction do to the aggressive tread. No blisters or hot spots during the 6 miles. Love these shoes. Freet has done it again. I'll recommend these to anyone. Does Freet sponsor people. Where do I sign?
Howgill
I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes for about 4 years now. I heard really good things about Freet’s and decided to give them a try and I’m so glad I did! I’ll definitely be ordering more in the future.
Fast delivery, wonderful products as usual. These will be my second and third pairs of Freets (only bc my first pair of Howgills were a little too large, but I kept them bc circumstances with a deadline and after a year of adoring them decided to finally get the proper size). I love this brand it checks all os my boxes and ever pair I've purchased has been comfy out the box. These shoes were comfortable out of the box - nicely snug where they need to be. I took my new Howgills out on a 10 mile walk and they did not disappoint. Can't wait to try the sandals and insoles when I go out on my annual Appalachian Trail birthday backpack next week. I'll likely keep the (old) oversized pair to wear with heavier socks in the winter (as I did this year).
The Howgill feels almost like a sock with a sole attached — and I mean that in the best possible way. It’s incredibly flexible, light, and comfortable right out of the box. While the minimal structure won’t suit everyone, the natural feel and easy wear make it a genuinely great barefoot shoe.
Grip
Waterproofness:
Upper
Lining:
Connection & Comfort
Insole:
Midsole:
PRODUCT DETAILS
“Like slippers with studs.”
After testing the Howgills on technical trails in the Lake District, T3 praised their comfort, grip, and natural feel underfoot.
About Howgill
- New BottleYarn-WR material is extremely comfortable worn with or without socks, minimal and breathable with a little weather resistance.
- A recycled flyknit purely ‘barefoot-style’ shoe for hiking, running or casual
- Ideal for cooler, wetter days and a mix of terrain
- More stock arriving January 2026
Stack Height:
Weight:
SUSTAINABILITY
SIZE & FIT
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
SHIPPING & RETURNS
When will I receive my order?
All orders placed by 12.00 midday, Monday to Friday, should be dispatched the same day and delivered the next business day.
Please note orders placed on Friday may not be delivered until Monday. Orders placed after 12 noon on Friday may not be sent out until the following Monday.
How much is shipping?
Shipping costs £3.50 to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Shipping to Isle of Mann is £5.00.
Shipping to England and Wales is with DPD 24 hour. Shipping to Scotland, Northern Ireland and Isle of Mann shipping is with Evri 1-2 days.
Where are shoes shipped from?
All orders to customers in the UK are sent from our warehouse in England.
Returns & Refunds
If your shoes do not suit, you can return for a full refund, subject to our refund policy. We do not do exchanges.