The name Gobi evokes images of desert landscapes, and Vivobarefoot's Gobi is indeed a stylized version of a shoe originally developed for desert use, in this version complete with a higher shaft. True to barefoot shoes, the Gobi's structure is very loose and lacks shock absorption - support and cushioning come from the human foot itself. - Normal Vivo last: there is space at the front for the foot to spread naturally, and for the big toe to reach a straight position - High-quality WildHide leather as the main material of the outer surface, tanned without the use of metal - Sole total thickness: 4 mm - Cork insole - Laces made of cotton - The outer sole contains 30% natural rubber and 70% synthetic rubber Start barefooting in small doses - muscles and, for example, the Achilles tendon work in a surprisingly different way compared to using shock-absorbing and stride-guiding shoes. Give your muscles and tendons time to recover!