Hello, my name’s Andrew, and these are the All Terrain Low’s, the best Groundies barefoot shoes for hiking and running on roads and trails.
Features
Back in 2017 I started my zero-drop journey with a pair of Vivobarefoot Primus FG’s, but the spartan design can definitely be a shock to anyone who’s used to more traditional shoes.
So this summer I reached out to Groundies and had them send me a pair of All Terrain Low’s, and they’re like the ideal hybrid shoe for anyone who wants a barefoot experience with some mainstream comforts.
![Groundies All Terrain Low Voiceover Point](/static/c664cc5b51c73a008e496ebac4ebde53/groundies-all-terrain-low-voiceover-point.jpg)
Upper/Inner
Because the All Terrain’s have a medium wide toebox that gets more pointy at the tip, along with a water-resistant upper, lace locks, and padded tongue and heel.
Inside you’ve got a recycled polyester lining and two types of removable insoles to customize the amount of ground feel you want.
![Groundies All Terrain Low Toebox Desk](/static/bbf830d679ceb90e9bb571bf0a8b749b/groundies-all-terrain-low-toebox-desk.jpg)
Sole/Tread
Underneath there’s a thin 5.5mm sole with a medium amount of flexibility in both directions, plus a semi-aggressive tread that’s grippy for trail but flat enough for roads and a wraparound guard for extra protection.
FYI, I went with grey, but the Groundies All Terrain’s also come in taupe, black, and other waterproof styles.
![Groundies All Terrain Low Flex Diagonal Desk](/static/68636af65bcbb3a0f4715cb491f4d835/groundies-all-terrain-low-flex-diagonal-desk.jpg)
Testing
Blindfolded, the Groundies All Terrain’s felt almost exactly like my Vivobarefoot Primus FG’s in terms of fit and flexibility.
Walking
But the extra padding and flatter tread made them a bit more comfortable going out for a walk on pavement, and the toebox felt slightly wider, which is nice for layering socks as the weather gets colder.
![Groundies All Terrain Low Sock Layers](/static/babf4a6f98e98c3b6498c875fd111c43/groundies-all-terrain-low-sock-layers.jpg)
Hiking
Going up and down muddy hills, there was plenty of space between the lugs for traction, and the rubber guard was like a low-key steel-toe boot, because I could knock my foot against roots and rocks without feeling anything.
![Groundies All Terrain Low Side Trail Root](/static/5c15f75833f56bfe3b8fc5f50ef9ac2d/groundies-all-terrain-low-side-trail-root.jpg)
Running
Shifting up to a run the Groundies All Terrain’s felt light and snappy, and the flatter lugs held up really well on crunchy gravel and stretches of pavement, although for longer road milage I prefer a thinner barefoot shoe, like the Groundies Active.
![Groundies All Terrain Low Pavement Curvel](/static/ca8ea17bde8d015a46c2b5bfa233e40c/groundies-all-terrain-low-pavement-curvel.jpg)
Conclusion
Overall the Groundies All Terrain Low’s are a great pick for beginners and a solid hybrid option for anyone who wants a single barefoot shoe that can do it all.
Pros/Cons
Because the All Terrain’s have a comfy upper and modern design, excellent protection from rocks and water, and a dual-purpose sole that can handle roads and trails all year long.
However, the tread is a bit overkill for running on pavement, the water-resistant upper is less breathable for hot summer days, and the toebox might be too pointy for some, but Groundies also has extra-wide “Barefoot+” styles you can check out.
![Groundies All Terrain Low Tread Trail Closeup](/static/a81eddb4cb88b37ee36c82d9b44738da/groundies-all-terrain-low-tread-trail-closeup.jpg)
Resources
If you want to support the channel, you can shop with the referral links below, or watch my Zero-Drop video to learn more about barefooting.
Finally, if you have a question about the Groundies All Terrain Low, or about barefoot shoes in general, let me know in the comments.
Thanks for reading. Catcha ya next time. Peace!
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Andrew Folts
Andrew is a writer/filmmaker who creates video guides and reviews for a community of 25K+ creative rebels on YouTube.