Mudee L

Long term review. Benen using these a lot during the last 6 months. At after breaking in they were the best boots ive ever had, comfortable, spacious, light, stylish! The problem is that the sole glueing started coming loose after only a few months, especially the crease point by the big toe joint seems to be a weak area. With gaps between the sole and the leather the waterproofing is entirely gone, and with the "waterproof" membrane wet they take ages to dry. Will be buying some other pair of boots next time, but if the waterproofing is not a big selling point and you dont mind repairing your shoe every couple of months these are great!

I’ve replaced my non barefoot leather and gortex walking boots with these Freets. They’re extremely comfortable and worked really well on a reasonably long walk (8 mile walk).

I started wearing barefoot shoes December 2024 so I’ve fully transitioned now and these were my final purchase to fully replace my old uncomfortable footwear with barefoot. Very happy with the ordering and the speed of dispatch and delivery.

I’ve only worn them once so far but they were sooooo comfortable and lightweight. No more squished toes and sore feet! Very happy with this purchase.

Best bar ever!

Perfect

Très contente de mes chaussures ! J’ai commandé 2 paires pour vérifier ma taille et j’ai choisi le 38 alors que je fais du 37.
Elles sont super confortables, légères, et leur bonne adhérence au sol me procure un grand sentiment de liberté !

Geat, 5 mile hike the second day, no issues.

I usually end up wearing athletic shoes on hikes because most barefoot shoes don't offer soles capable of handling the desert terrain in the Southwest. I splurged on the Mudee L and wish I had done it sooner. It took a bit to get the lacing where it didn't put pressure on the top of my foot but once I got that figured out, these are the best. Provides ankle support, comfort and the soles handled the cactus spine I inadvertently stepped on. These are now my go to shoe on my daily hikes

I’m very satisfied with these shoes because they are wide enough to fit comfortably. This is actually my second purchase, as I wanted to have an extra pair in reserve.

Comfortable and reliable!

Very comfortable and no breaking in needed. Very pleased with quality and fit, and feel far more stable than traditional boots with a thicker sole (I have a tendency to turn and sprain my ankle).

I bought these because I have wide feet and needed a comfortable pair of walking shoes even wider than the Keens I'd been wearing for years. I expected the Mudees to be comfortable, but I didn't realize how much more I would like walking in shoes where I can actually feel the ground beneath my feet. I bought insoles to put inside them as I thought I'd want the extra thickness, but I don't use them. Also the both the soles and leather uppers are very supple. A revelation.

I really like these boots they are so comfy to wear all day

I bought a pair of the Mudee L boots in size 45 and 46. These would be my IDEAL boots if either size fit. I was crestfallen when the 45 was too short and the 46 was too large. I loved the comfort and look of the boot, the sizing just seemed off. I tried all configurations (original insole in/ out, 6mm Ortholite in) in attempts to make it work, but it sadly didn’t.

I forgot to add in my first review, that I only wear socks when I have to, that being -10c and below before I wear them, preferring wool insoles instead, except Spring, Autumn and Summer. So on the long hikes I have mentioned, I have never worn these boots with socks. My feet stayed an even temperature, no rubbing, no rush to get them off. The toe box has a lovely width too. I could even wear toe spacers with these when I wanted to. I don't need to wear socks with any of the Freet barefoot booties and shoes and now sandals I have. This in itself is an added bonus, because the freer my feet, the less covering, the better for me.

I bought these back in February. I wore them down the woods, which is hilly, muddy when wet and a variety of uneven pathways.
I did this to get them worn in before a long hike. I found the tongue a bit thick to start with, but the comfort just improved each time. Very grippy. I could walk up a steep, muddy and wet hill, without slipping, just walked up.
Then I worse them on a ten mile hike along a coastal route. Climbed up cliffs, walked on sand, climbed over boulders on the sand and then on the trail with mixed dry mud and stones. They took a battering that day and held up so well.
By the end of the walk (my first time wearing barefoot walking boots) I had no discomfort, no rubbing, they just got more and more comfortable with wear; the thicker tongue, seemed to soften. As I have wide feet, I can lace them wider and this makes a difference.
I have since walked part of the Great glen Way, with a walking group. I have done other long walks and they certainly have been through a mixed terrain. In water, which was unavoidable, yet dry feet. They hold up well and have become more comfortable. I can honestly say, these are the most comfortable and best walking boots I have ever had, but then I have never had barefoot walking boots before.

I also really like the soft thick leather ankles on these. They do not restrict my ankle in anyway and they are not too high, just perfect for my likes. I would certainly look at getting another pair of these in the future.

Just as expected = wide, high volume, waterproof, grippy sole. The tongue is a bit thick to begin with but a few days later it sits well on the foot. Perfect so far, we'll see how the material holds up to thorns and rocks, hopefully comparable to real leather, I'm not so sure but I hope !

Another great shoe from Freet

Excellente chaussure. Cependant, je dirai que pour plus de confort, il faut prendre une taille plus grande que celle d'habitude.

Great fit. Great color. I wear it to the office or weekend.

Nice boot, light and comfortable. Fit is a little tighter than other barefoot shoes of the same size i have, so if you want space in front of toes or thicker socks, go up one if you can. I have kept these for gentler walks, will go up a size next pair if I need to wear thicker socks for bigger walks.

Early days yet, but the rengineered leather feels plasticky and not very breathable, resulting in either hot or cold feet,
I also went up a size as recommended and they are less roomy than I would like.

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The Mudee L is very lightweight and flexible for a leather hiking boot. Only a little break in was needed for them to feel comfortable. I selected boot size per the chart and boot length was true to my size. Toe box is very roomy. For my low volume foot, there is a bit of extra room at midfoot and heel. My experience with hiking boots is that they are sometimes a bit oversized to allow thicker hiking socks. I am presently wearing thin hiking socks and may try thicker socks. The extra room is not too excessive but I like a tight midfoot fit. I wear the boots for walking on pavement, grass, improved trails and everyday wear but have not yet used for rough terrains. Overall, I enjoy wearing the boots and they have met my expectations.

I'm usually a 10 or 10.5 depending on brand, Ive used zero drop running shoes and am comfortable in them, as well as regular hiking boots. Even with thicker socks I find the volume in these too big, and theres not enough adjustment with laces to make up for it meaning theres more movement inside the boot. This isnt an issue on the flat, but on steeper terrain it is not ideal.
I have ordered the ortholite insole which is thicker to hopefully take up some of the extra space.

Quite comfortable even when for long period of time (up to 20h straight). I used them mainly in the snow and to work and got the job done. Unfortunately I wasn't used anymore to high shoes (over the ankle) and the clutch/friction with the leg/skin created some problems (had a small irritation). Overall I'm really happy of the purchase and being my first barefoot shoes I have, I am more than satisfied.

I´ve only used them for five days in the mountains, and I´m pretty happy: they are purely barefoot but very comfortable, easy to clean, and grippy in most terrains. It's a surprisingly good discovery. I will probably try different models in the upcoming months.

I have never had a barefoot hiking boot before and so I was a little nervous about buying my first pair online. No need! I have tested them out now on extremely rocky terrain, mud, cold and wet conditions and I couldn't be happier! The only time I slipped was on icy tarmac but that's not what I bought them for so it served as a good reminder to stay wild! They are warm, durable and incredibly comfortable. It was a big investment for me and so I am hoping they will last me for many seasons. HIGHLY recommended!

I really like this boot overall. It’s good looking, comfy and plenty of room for my toes, waterproof, seem really well built… However, I’ve discovered a pretty big downside. It breathes really poorly. I do mostly slower walks with a stroller, and my feet get sweaty/wet and overheated in these while in my previous leather boots they wouldn’t. Maybe it’s because this leather is engineered somehow? I don’t know, but this is an annoying flaw for an outdoor/rugged type boot. I can’t imagine doing strenuous hikes in these, which is one of my intended purposes of buying this boot. I see them more like a comfy and warmer alternative to a rubber boot.