The Primus Lite 3.5 is our original training all-rounder, reimagined with a new upper to get us closer to circularity. Made for moving naturally and building natural strength during runs and wide-ranging training disciplines, it’s perfect for experienced barefoot cross-trainers and those new to barefoot performance.
Train outside the box
The barefoot training all-rounder – one step closer to recyclable
Product Info
PRIMUS OUTSOLE
Get as close to the ground as possible.
ORTHOLITE INSOLE
The Active Ortholite Performance Insole is made of 98% recycled PU foam, which helps reduce waste and the use of virgin plastics.
BREATHABLE MESH
Breathable, lightweight and comfortable.
WEIGHT
Based on a single shoe in Men's size: EU 42 | UK 8 | US 9
225g
MATERIALS & TRANSPARENCY
UPPER
Vamp: 100% Recycled polyester mesh, Overlay: 95% recycled polyester/5% recycled spandex
lining
Mesh: 100% Recycled polyester, Microfiber: 80% recycled polyester / 20% Polyurethane
Fastening
Laces
Laces
100% Recycled polyester
insole
Ortholite Performance: 98% Recycled Polyurethane Foam / 2% water-based binding agent
outsole
90% Synthetic rubber / 10% Natural rubber
MADE IN VIETNAM
Care
Cleaning
Brush off mud and clean with a damp cloth
Drying
Remove insole and dry at room tempreture. Keep out of direct sunlight and avoid putting on a radiator.
Aftercare
LIQUIPROOF PREMIUM PROTECTOR. With wear, your shoes may loose some water resistent quality that is applied to the textile of the shoes. This product can be used to replenish the water repellent qualities.
Repair Options
Laces and insoles can be replaced.
End of life
The Revivo Take Back program is our initiative to extend the lifetime of our shoes and keep them out of landfill. Customers in the UK, US and Europe can send us your worn Vivos for free. Sorry global Barefooters, we’re working on expanding free shipping for our Take Back program to more regions, and eventually, make this available worldwide.
Reclaim your raw potential
Wide, thin, and flexible to elevate every workout
We're on a mission to create a fully circular shoe – a new Vivo made from an old one, which can in turn be made into another. The Primus 3.5 is a big step forward on this journey.
With an already mechanically recyclable outsole, the challenge is making an upper from 100% polyester, which can be recycled. The new Primus Lite 3.5 upper takes us from 43% to 81% polyester, of which 94% is recycled. Why not 100%? Because some parts of the upper still need extra durability that polyester can't yet provide. We’re working with our partners to figure out this final piece of the puzzle.
Fit, Feel, Flex
For natural stability, natural sensory feedback and natural strength.
PRIMUS OUTSOLE
The Primus Outsole is a light and thin 2mm performance outsole that's designed to put as little as possible between your feet and the ground. The side wall profile is as low as it can be, giving it a slightly lower profile towards the heel, and the sole subtly overlaps the toe — offering enough protection for urban environments, without compromising natural movement. Strong geometric shapes lead to strong feet, so the tread pattern uses our signature hexagonal design to help multidirectional flexibility and grip.
Sole base
2mm
Tread Depth
2mm
Reclaim your natural potential
Shoes that put fashion before fitness and money before wellness? The unnatural isn't working. It's time to get back to basics and let nature heal us.
