The Vivobarefoot Geo Racer has become my trusty steed for almost a year now. It's the one I quickly chuck on for walking the dog, running to the shops, or hitting the gym once in a while. It's the kind of shoe you leave by the door because you know you'll be reaching for it every day.

The Geo Racer was actually one of my first barefoot shoe purchases off the Vivobarefoot Revivo (think resell renewed shoes) website. I grabbed this pair for 635 HKD (about 80 USD), listed as 'Good' condition by Revivo. I thought it was worth a shot considering all the foot pains I had been getting and knowing how pricey barefoot shoes can get. It was just about the cheapest Vivobarefoot shoe I could get my hands on, so was very keen to try!

Vivobarefoot Geo Racer Side View — My “everyday errand” go-to barefoot shoe

Fit: Spot On

The fit? Spot on. My size 47 felt true to size with plenty of room for my toes to splay out comfortably—no cramping or squeezing here unlike some other competitors (we will get onto that later). The sole feels a little thicker than other barefoot shoes I've tried (website says 4mm but does feel like more). This is not necessarily a bad thing, just to notice and could potentially be good for anyone transitioning to barefoot shoes and is not looking for that grounded experience just yet.

Vivobarefoot Geo Racer - walking — Comfy as fit

Upper Materials: All sturdy and great

Nothing flashy, just tough and practical. The recycled knit upper holds up well to abuse and doesn’t rip or fray at the first sign of adventure. Breathable, rugged, and not trying too hard.

Comfort-wise, they are fantastic. The padded heel collar adds a touch of plushness you don’t usually get in barefoot shoes, I know I can walk a few hours in these at a time, up and down hills, on dirt paths and not have any issues.

Geo Racer top down shot — Great shoe for most daily errands

Durability: They can take a beating

Considering I bought these second hand and put them through a beating, mud, dirt, HIT sessions at the gym they have held up fantastically well. There are signs of wear on the sole, as expected but upper has held up extremely well.

Insole is definitely starting to wear. Shows how much I have used them but this is an easy fix once they’re worn through.

The photos below will show how much I use them and the beating they can take.

Fashion Report: Not Quite a Head-Turner

I would say these shoes look decent....A definitely better than some shoes on the market but I wouldn’t really be wearing them out to meet people or to restaurants or cafes. They’re more the 'run around town, get stuff done, and don’t stress if they get dirty' type of shoe—and they’re great for that.

Competitor Roundup & Final Thoughts

For around 635 HKD (approx 80 USD) on ReVivo's website, this shoe is a steal. Works well in a lot of situations, extremely durable. Lets consider a few other options for that price and function.

Lono S: 100 USD, very comparable price point and a great shoe that I use for very similar use cases. However, I have had issues on sizing and toe space (review coming soon)
New Vivobarefoot shoes: There are an array of options on Vivobarefoots website i.e. Primus lite IV for 190-250 USD. Even at the cheapest range of these shoes are quite exspensive for a shoe that you want to chuck around get dirty and take a beating. I will be sticking to sales & Revivo’s website please.
Xero Shoes Prio: Price point is on point here (around 70–80 USD depending on sales). But I personally do not dig the Xero style here.

The Vivobarefoot Geo Racer is like that friend who’s always down for anything—low-key dependable, chill, and doesn’t ask for much. If you want a fuss-free barefoot shoe for everyday life, this is it. If you can find some of these floating cheaply online for instance on Revivo's website -> you have a winner. For the price, versatility, and peace of mind—it’s a no-brainer in my rotation.

Pros

Slip-on-and-go ease and suits a lot of use cases
Tough and durable
Very good grip on the go

Cons:

Not winning any fashion contests
Upper material easily gets beaten up

Vivobarefoot Geo Racer Review: The Everyday Barefoot Workhorse