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THE

URSIDAE

The Ursidae is a lightweight barefoot boot that combines durability and style. It is perfect for urban or outdoor adventures and promotes natural foot movement.

Bearfoot - Ursidae / Blackout - Boot - Bearfoot
Bearfoot - Ursidae / Blackout - Boot - Bearfoot
Bearfoot - Ursidae / Blackout - Boot - Bearfoot
Bearfoot - Ursidae / Blackout - Boot - Bearfoot
Bearfoot - Ursidae / Blackout - Boot - Bearfoot
Bearfoot - Ursidae / Blackout - Boot - Bearfoot

Blackout

Unlimited Edition

 

$199.00
  • 5 Mens / 6.5 Womens
  • 5.5 Mens / 7 Womens (backorder)
  • 6 Mens / 7.5 Womens (backorder)
  • 6.5 Mens / 8 Womens (backorder)
  • 7 Mens / 8.5 Womens (backorder)
  • 7.5 Mens / 9 Womens (backorder)
  • 8 Mens / 9.5 Womens (backorder)
  • 8.5 Mens / 10 Womens (backorder)
  • 9 Mens / 10.5 Womens (backorder)
  • 9.5 Mens / 11 Womens (backorder)
  • 10 Mens / 11.5 Womens (backorder)
  • 10.5 Mens / 12 Womens (backorder)
  • 11 Mens (backorder)
  • 11.5 Mens (backorder)
  • 12 Mens (backorder)
  • 12.5 Mens (backorder)
  • 13 Mens (backorder)
  • 13.5 Mens (backorder)
  • 14 Mens (backorder)
  • 15 Mens (backorder)
  • 16 Mens (backorder)

The Ursidae is a lightweight barefoot boot designed for performance in any setting. It’s made for adventurers and everyday users who need durability and style in urban and rugged terrains. Whether hiking or navigating city streets, the Ursidae offers versatile functionality. It promotes natural foot movement, supporting stronger, healthier feet over time.

✓ Wide Toe Box
✓ Flat (Zero-Drop) Outsole
✓ Flexible Frame
✓ US-Sourced Leather
✓ Resoleable
✓ Durable Leather Insole
✓ Leather-Lined
✓ Double-Stitched
✓ Stainless Steel Eyelets
✓ Z-Tread

UPPER: 1.5mm (US-Sourced) Oiled Suede Leather
INSOLE: (US-Sourced) Suede Leather
LINING: Mestizo Leather
MIDSOLE: EVA
OUTSOLE: Rubber (Durometer: 65)
WIDTH: EEE
STACK HEIGHT: 10mm
DROP: 0mm
WEIGHT: 1lb (Size 10)
CONSTRUCTION: Blake Stitch + Cement
MADE IN: Mexico

Q: Is the Ursidae a shoe or a boot?
A: The Ursidae uniquely blends the best elements of a shoe and a boot, crafted for daily wear as well as indoor and outdoor training activities.

Q: Can I workout in the Ursidae?
Yes. Designed for versatility, the Ursidae is suitable for a wide range of activities, supporting natural foot dynamics ideal for indoor and outdoor training.

Q: What's the difference between the Ursidae and the Ursus?
A: The Ursidae offers enhanced durability and water resistance with its premium, oiled suede leather, making it more versatile for indoor/outdoor training and everyday wear compared to its more minimalist Ursus cousin.

Q: What's the difference between the Ursidae and the Bruin?
A: The Ursidae offers a flexible and lightweight solution for a range of indoor and outdoor activities, while the Bruin is designed as more of a rugged outdoor boot for more challenging conditions and environments.

URSIDAE

ADVANTAGES

INCREASED MUSCLE ENGAGEMENT

Promote natural foot movement, strengthening muscles and improving overall foot health. The natural motion these shoes encourage engages muscles often constrained by conventional footwear, leading to stronger and more functional feet and legs.

IMPROVED BALANCE/PROPRIOCEPTION

Enhance proprioception and balance by allowing your foot to move more naturally and engage with the ground. This can reduce the risk of falls and injuries and provide better stability.

BETTER POSTURE

Encourages a natural gait and alignment, promoting a balanced and upright posture. This can help reduce the risk of posture-related problems associated with conventional footwear.

REDUCED JOINT & BACK PAIN

By allowing your feet to move naturally and providing a stable platform, Bearfoot Shoes can help alleviate joint and back pain over time.

ENHANCED SENSORY FEEDBACK

Allow for increased sensory feedback, enhancing overall movement efficiency and performance. The direct sensory input from the ground improves your foot's ability to sense changes in pressure and vibration.

WIDE TOE-BOX

FLAT SOLE

FLEXIBLE FRAME

Bearfoot shoes are wider than regular shoes to promote natural toe splay, proper balance, and weight distribution, improving foot mechanics and reducing discomfort.

Bearfoot shoes have a flat sole that mimics the natural position of your foot, promoting a natural gait and reducing the risk of injuries associated with elevated heels.

Bearfoot shoes are highly flexible, supporting the natural motion of your foot and enhancing muscle activation, stability, and proprioception.