The patented and minimalist Skinners come in a lightweight design and new with a perforated insole, a durable polymer sole and functional fibres - designed to keep up with your pace, no matter what adventure you dive into!
Skinners offers footwear that is easy to use, transport and maintain without sacrificing comfort, functionality, fit or safety. The product, which adapts to your body, activates every muscle and tendon so you can simply move without limits. Thanks to its compact size and "second skin" feel, Skinners is the perfect footwear for sports (short runs, training, yoga, water sports) and works just as well as a spare pair of shoes (travelling, camping, hiking, cycling etc...).
AREAS OF APPLICATION
RUNNING & HIKING
Stretch and activate your feet! Skinners adapt to your body and movements, whether running or hiking.
GYM
The non-marking and non-slip outsole is perfect for indoor use and promotes natural posture during squats, deadlifts and other exercises.
RUNNING
Enrich your workout (recommended on soft ground) by thoroughly activating all foot muscles and tendons. A session in Skinners will give you a whole new understanding of foot mechanics.
WATER SPORTS
Slip and cut resistant outsoles give you the perfect grip even in wet conditions and keep you safe on sharp rocks and shells.
TRAVELLING
Travelling for 10 hours on a bus or plane can take a toll on your feet trapped in your shoes, simply because they won't come off due to the cold, dirty floor or the embarrassing smell. Try skinners instead, which give your feet free movement!
ANYWHERE
Rock climbing? Roller skating? Playing beach volleyball? Always take Skinners with you as your primary or backup shoe! The possibilities are endless... To be clear, Skinners are not designed to completely replace your normal shoes. Instead, think of them as an addition to your shoe rack and a training tool for your feet that reminds you what's natural for your body.
Machine washable at 30° in the wash bag.
The use of durable Swedish polymers, adhesive-free technology and three-layer StretchKnit (TM) makes Skinners durable yet comfortable to wear. The Skinners' minimalist-characteristic silhouette hides more than 10 features you can rely on. Three-layer, quick-drying StretchKnit TM made from 6 functional fibres, a durable sole made from Swedish polymer, a perforated insole and an anatomical fit based on scans of thousands of feet - to name just a few. In addition, the new formula of the outsole prevents excess material from crumbling off.
The skinners are handmade in Europe using unique, patented zero-waste technology. Designed to be the most adaptable footwear you'll ever wear!
Are Skinners socks or shoes?
Neither, and yet both. Skinners have combined the best of both worlds - the freedom of a sock and the protection of a shoe - into one elegant unit. Simply put, Skinners are a new kind of clothing.
Should I wear Skinners with or without socks?
To maximise comfort and ensure a longer-lasting feeling of freshness, we recommend wearing thin foot socks with Skinners. However, it is entirely up to you how you prefer to wear your Skinners.
The Skinners look delicate, don't they break quickly?
No, Skinners have designed them to last a long time. The sole material is very abrasion resistant. It's a seamless knit and there's no glue or anything that could come loose. Simply put, there is nothing that can break. You can just wear them off...
After how many kilometres are the skinners worn out?
This varies. It depends on the person, the weight and the surface on which the skinners are used. The same model has been worn for more than a year and it still runs well. But it very much depends on whether you are a guy who weighs 125kg and uses Skinners for running on the road or a 50kg girl who uses Skinners as spare shoes or just for running on soft surfaces. That's why we can't give a kilometre figure. However, experience shows that Skinners last longer than some expensive running shoes.
How does it feel to run with Skinners?
It's the same feeling as running barefoot. With the latest Skinners 2.0 you have an insole that offers more comfort and blunts sharp objects. However, you should train your muscles and tendons gradually to strengthen them. For surfaces that are too hard or dangerous environments where you would not normally run barefoot, we recommend wearing classic running shoes.
Are the Skinners waterproof or water resistant?
Whilst waterproof accessories form a complete barrier against water and do not allow a single drop to penetrate, waterproof clothing and footwear can only protect you from the wet to a certain extent. Skinners are partially waterproof, so if you step on wet grass, the sole will largely protect you from the moisture. However, it can happen that some water penetrates into the sock shoe.
Can I wash Skinners in the washing machine?
Yes, put the Skinners in a laundry bag and set the washing machine to a gentle washing programme (ideally 30 °C). We recommend turning them inside out carefully so that the fabrics are not damaged.
How environmentally friendly are the Skinners?
As Skinners are handmade in Europe in a family business, the legislation of the European Union is strictly adhered to. No toxic plasticisers are used, the compounds are completely free of phthalates and production waste is reduced to less than 1%. In short, neither people, animals nor the environment are harmed in the production of Skinners.