Pah Tempe 2.0

I am writing this review based off the visual appearance. They are 100% what they advertise by description, but they do not look like they do in the photos. The photos make them look much more normal, for a lack of better terms. I needed a pair of sandals that I could wear professionally for guided tours that would be practical for the barefoot experience, yet look professionally acceptable (think chacos). These did not meet my expectations for what a $100 sandal should. They do not have the high quality look of what the price tag is. In my opinion, they are very overpriced for what you get. $100 for a pair of $30-40 sandals. I returned them after trying them on for around 10 minutes. If the price had matched the quality, I might have kept them.

This is my second pair and I find them to be the right thickness for my taste. I can feel the ground but also feel protected, and I hike some rocky trails! I will admit that every spring when I start wearing them regularly and without socks, I go through one cycle of blisters and callusing on my big two where the strap crosses them, which prepares my foot for the rest of the year. I find that to be a small price to pay for how well they fit. They become part of your foot.

These shoes are just as I hoped. They seem durable while remaining comfortable for minimal shoes. Would recommend.

They seem to need tightening every few wears, but otherwise are amazing. My original pair from 2012 just broke after 12 years, so I'm hoping these have similar craftsmanship. They certainly seem to.

My son loves this brand.