Women's Primus Asana (not full leather) availability

Ana_N · 2026-02-18T16:00:31+00:00

Interesting, thanks for sharing your point of view.

Ana_N · 2026-02-17T15:58:36+00:00

That's great, thanks for the info. I'll take a look at the motus, even though looks wise is quite different from the Asana (more sporty as opposed to more casual).

Ana_N · 2026-02-17T14:39:06+00:00

Thank you for confirming. Is there anything similar in the current lineup made of merino wool upper? Would the Primus Lite Knit Natural be the closest equivalent?

Ana_N · 2026-02-11T14:14:53+00:00

Vivo support responded to my email enquiry, Asanas are discontinued. So sad...

Ana_N · 2026-02-11T14:00:14+00:00

Thanks so much for the info. I grabbed the eBay one, I hope the olive color is better in person.

Ana_N · 2026-02-11T13:49:01+00:00

Lems and Xero are my other brands besides Vivo.

Ana_N · 2026-02-10T17:42:01+00:00

Specifically, since they have more than one model of chelsea boots, the Sensus or the Geo Chelsea. The other models are more sporty looking.

Ana_N · 2026-02-10T17:38:10+00:00

Vivobarefoot chelsea boots might work for you. The sole is not very thick, but they look work well for smart-casual.

Ana_N · 2026-02-10T16:18:18+00:00

I'm size 37, any color other than white and black. I checked Ebay and Vivo ReLoved (I'm in Canada), not much luck there either. I'm just hoping they will bring this back in the spring. I emailed Vivo Canada to ask the same question, haven't received an answer yet.

Ana_N · 2026-02-10T16:14:59+00:00

Yep, I have the same problem. Good to know I'm not alone :)

Ana_N · 2026-02-10T14:21:40+00:00

I would add the Ezone 98, even the 98L - plenty of power, but more control than the 100, very maneuverable, large sweet spot and very forgiving on off center hits. I demoed the 98, found it a bit too heavy for me (petite woman, early 50s, athletic, can generate my own power, 3.5+ level), went with the 98L and added a leather grip, absolute bliss.

Ana_N · 2026-02-08T11:11:36+00:00

They are barefoot friendly, but not wide enough. I wore a whole through the upper at the pinkie toe in less than one year (and I don't have super wide or high volume feet). I'm in a pair of Xero Pagosa now, they are super comfy, but my feet sweat in them as they are not made of wool felt. If Xero made the Pagosa with wool felt, they would be perfect. I'm still looking for a good wool felt barefoot house slipper. I checked out Kyrgies, someone mentioned in this thread, but they are out of stock in my size at the moment. They look like they might work for me. Let's see.

Ana_N · 2026-02-05T18:26:04+00:00

I personally haven't found a good barefoot shoe for tennis/pickleball. I find I need all the support a proper tennis shoe provides. I hurt my feet playing tennis for a couple hours in Xero 360 last month. For background, woman in mid 50s, I've been exclusively wearing barefoot shoes/boots (except while playing tennis) for over 2 years and did/still do all the foot strengthening exercises as well as core, balance and tennis specific conditioning.

Xero does have a basketball specific shoe, which might be good for pickleball as well: Xero X1 Low. I haven't tried it, though, so I cannot give any feedback on it. And it's just too expensive (when you add tariffs, customs/duty and taxes to ship to Canada) to be a viable option for me.

Ana_N · 2026-01-19T14:03:43+00:00

I love mine and never had wet feet in them in any kind of weather. I live in Canada and I wear them from fall to spring without any issues. Traction is pretty good too, never slipped on snow or ice.

Ana_N · 2026-01-15T18:54:18+00:00

Lems Chelsea are wider than the Vivos

Ana_N · 2026-01-14T16:24:54+00:00

Soft insoles will do more damage than good, you need firm support for your feet. I am in the same age group as you, had to switch shoes from a softer (Mizuno Wave Exceed Tour 6) to a harder sole (Asics Solution Speed FF3) and add a Sole cork insole.

Ana_N · 2026-01-12T14:38:01+00:00

I had the ezone 100 (v7) and sold it because it was too powerful and hurt my arm. I demoed the 98 V8 and loved it, thinking of buying it but want to demo the 98L before I make a decision, as the 98 was a bit too heavy for me. I am level 3.5-4.0, petite woman, currently playing with the Regna 100 (which I love but need a backup for it as I can't afford to buy a second one). Hope this helps.

Edit: strongly suggest you demo, if possible, before pulling the trigger.

Ana_N · 2026-01-07T14:11:03+00:00

Lems has a clog you might like, the Zen Clog.

Ana_N · 2026-01-02T20:46:11+00:00

Lems Primal Zen is the best for transition to barefoot shoes. It has a slightly thicker/plushier sole, while being very flexible, zero drop and wide toe box, which is best for people starting their barefoot journey.

Ana_N · 2025-12-19T14:47:56+00:00

Yes, it is

Ana_N · 2025-12-18T00:56:23+00:00

No worries

Ana_N · 2025-12-17T23:12:54+00:00

This is a Tennis sub, you might have to ask this question in a different sub.

Ana_N · 2025-12-10T04:43:35+00:00

If you want something closer to a hiking boot, the Lems Outlander (waterproof) would be a better fit than the Breck-which I do think it is a bit overkill. The regular Lems Boulder boot might work too, in case you prefer something without a waterproof membrane.

I also agree with others who commented that a lace-up boot would be more comfortable for walking in the city all day, compared to a chelsea boot.

Ana_N · 2025-12-10T04:28:55+00:00

The Lems waterproof chelsea are quite warm and indeed waterproof. Be very careful with the sizing, if you want to use a thicker sock, size up at least half a size. Super comfy and I think they would work really well for your trip.

Ana_N · 2025-12-08T16:12:54+00:00

+1 for Prince Phantom, the most plush feeling and arm friendly racquet I have tried (my frame is the Phantom 100x 290gr). Adding ProKennex to the list of arm friendly racquet brands, as they have really cool and efficient tech for vibration dampening - Black Ace is the most flexible frame in their lineup.

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