Shortly after that I told myself to clear all negative thoughts out of my mind and give these a real chance.
After properly adjusting the laces for my foot and taking a few steps. I was pleasantly surprised how light weight they felt on my foot.
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| First time wearing Luna Sandals Mono - originally shared on Facebook. |
Tools
I look at all minimal footwear as something your should add to your bare skin. Not as something you should take away from; like some modern 'Barefoot Shoes'.
Takin this approach; you should access the primary surface being traveled. Add the amount of protection that will be needed on that said surface during your journey.
Application
I will wear the Mono when traveling on rough and sharp surfaces for a considerable amount of time. This will help my feet from getting too tender on those long hauls.
Also wore them in an urban environment and look great with a pair off jeans as my 'dress footwear'. Having a higher raised sole helps keep water off the footbed; during the wet season when walking around the city.
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| A winter walk with Luna Sandals Mono. |
Options Shown
- Trail tested MGT Footbed
- ATS Laces
- Vibram Sole
Tread Pattern
This is a new design for Luna. It does not do as well on slippery mud and snow like my Leadville soles. I have been told they do well in dry conditions; such as desert or summer trails. From what I experienced this is confirmed. Can't wait until spring with the Pacific Northwest dry's up a little.
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| 10.5oz Mono - Light weight considering thickness. (pair) |
Pros
- Distance Protection
- Light
- Breathable
- Urban Footwear
- MGT Footbed
Cons
- Ground Feel
- Buckle adjustment wont stay put
- Clay mud clings to tread
User
Who would I suggest these to? Someone who wasn't looking to feel 'ever little rock' under there feet and wanted perfect portable ground to walk on with every step.
The Mono would make great 'camp shoes'; even if you didn't plan on hiking any trail distance wearing them. I could see that same user being converted into minimal footwear after wearing these however and leaving their boots at home.
Great footwear for the farmers market or even walking the pooch.
Note: The Mono will not be available for purchase until few more weeks. Luna Sandals provided the Mono for this review.
Questions
Feel free to post any questions that you may have below in the comments.
Questions
Feel free to post any questions that you may have below in the comments.
How do these compare to Chaco Z-1's?
ReplyDeleteThose are my long time fav backpacking sandals, now much lighter than originals.
These look lighter duty, thinner straps than Chaco.
Never tried a chaco. What I notice is that those type of sandals are a modern shoe with the upper stripped off.
DeleteThese sandals are a piece of rubber cut into the shape of your foot for protection. Very minimal and simple design. Wish I could anwser your question better.