Bootee M

These shoes have been perfect and keep my feet dry in mixed fall weather. I normally have pretty cold feet, but these are toasty even in near freezing temps so far. I sized up to 40 (compared to 39/US 8 in Feldom which is my normal size) which is spot on, and still roomy for wool socks. The one con is the ultra puffy tongue which is stiff at first on my leg if fully laced. I think I might try to remove the hooks and punch grommets for higher lacing with elastic laces.

Best purchase I’ve made in the last 10 years

The Bootee M was the first pair of barefoot footwear I have had and my first order from Freet. I have since bought the Nimbus and Connect 3 and put in an order for the Esk today. Having only worn these twice since ordering them, I had to wait and wear them more before I could give a review. As it has dropped back into Winter, I have donned these boots the last three days. The more I wear them the more comfortable they get. They are certainly snug and that took a bit of getting use to, but now I like this snug fit. The are very comfortable. I like the thicker and softer ankle collar, which wraps round the ankle, giving that extra warmth and protection from the ice cold wind. The tongue, same as with my Connect 3, stays in place once laced up and is lovely and soft on the foot, as well as keeping any cold that might other wise get in, out, due to the tongue being sewn right up. This also keeps out any debris, making the boot even more cosy and increasing the snugness felt when wearing them. My feet and toes keep a comfortable, natural warmth. When it was hotter, my feet did not overheat in these. It is really cold and wet today and without socks (which I hate) my feet were remained at just the right warmth. So far so good. However, were I to buy another pair of these, I would go another size up, making it two sizes up. The reason is due to the width. I would like in a snugger fit a bit more width. Perhaps Freet could consider adding a few more mms with a more snug fitting shoe. Another suggestion: Perhaps Freet could consider, as with another barefoot brand, adding a choice of width with some of its shoes and boots. This along with some brighter colours, such as red and yellow. That aside, this boot is now a lovely fit in which the comfort improves with wear. I haven't worn them yet on the trail, but they certainly held well on some muddy areas and wet ground today. So these Bootee's, along with my Connect 3 ( super comfortable, with a very good grip, even on wet grass when on an incline) and my Nimbus are just perfect and a gift to my feet.

Dear Freet People, I received my Bootee Ms last week - the second purchase I have made from Freet. They are going to be my midway between stout, heavy leather boots and my summer Pace shoes. They couldn't be more perfect if I had sent you my feet in the post. Small feet, high arch, nearly as wide as they are long - REALLY difficult to fit. On the recommendation of your website, I did go up a size to a UK5. They are probably more roomy at the toe than I would normally choose, but thicker socks are always an option. Worth every penny to feel comfort in every step from the moment you put them on. Best wishes, Philippa Roberts

I love my bootees! These are my first pair of barefoot shoes and I absolutely love them. I've used them for a few hikes in the Lakes and locally as well as my regular dog walks through muddy woodland and over the fields. They have been so comfy from the get-go and I can honestly say that my feet have never been as comfortable when walking as they are in my bootees. No more little toes being nipped and ripped....and my toe ring doesn't rub!
Even when they've been wet after splashing through the beck they remain comfortable with no rubbing. I'm very happy with them on that front and don't feel I need to pull on uncomfortable wellies anymore when it's raining.
A wee bit slippery in mud but no more than anything else really and I'm finding the barefoot-ness does give me more confidence and foot-feel with toe grip.
And as a small footed in-between a 37 and 38, the 38s have been perfect. I've yet to really test them on a longer hike with steep descents - but these days my walks are usually moderate anyway, so I'm happy. I had lovely help by email when trying to decide which size to get.
My only wee whinge is that the mid- tongue tab that holds the laces in place came away on one shoe after just 3 weeks or so...but really it's such a minor thing I couldn't raise the energy to do anything about it and it makes no difference to the wearability.
I've just ordered an on sale pair of the talus 2s to see how I like wearing freets as more of an everyday pump when I don't want to put my ancient teva sandals on!
The added bonus for me is that you are a local company at least in terms of business-base - although part of me wishes I could buy this shoe without a made in China tab...
Thank you for a great product and good customer service.