We offer a 90-day FREE return policy. You can try on your shoes at home and ensure they are a perfect fit for you before you start your Vaistoa adventure. If you're not completely satisfied, simply return them within 90 days for a full refund. No questions asked.

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UPPER
Vegan suede (polyester fiber) – water-repellent, durable, and easy to care for.

LINING
Inner surface: Soft faux-fur lining (polyester)

TREATMENT
Water-repellent surface treatment – protects against moisture.

INSOLE
Felt made from recycled polyester & recycled polyurethane.

OUTSOLE
Synthetic rubber compound

Thickness: 4.5 mm

Thin and flexible – offers a true barefoot feel.
Traction pads

High-friction soft rubber compound – provides grip on slippery surfaces.

SHAFT HEIGHT
18 cm (size 42, measured from the ground) – provides ankle protection.

WEIGHT
313 g (size 42, one shoe) – lightweight on the foot, natural in movement.

Created for Nordic Winter!

The Vaistoa Pitoa™ Winter Sole is designed to enable free and natural movement throughout the northern winter.

It provides exceptional stability and ground feel even on icy surfaces. The all-new design combines the natural sensitivity of a thin and flexible sole with improved traction thanks to integrated grip zones.

All adult winter models now feature the new Vaistoa Pitoa™ Winter Sole, where high-friction grip zones are molded into Vaistoa’s thin and flexible base to enhance traction. These zones are made from a softer, high-friction rubber compound to ensure optimal grip. Strategically placed under the forefoot and heel, they allow for a natural stride in all winter conditions.

The high-friction grip zones are seamlessly molded into the sole, making the structure durable and long-lasting. The soft traction material provides better grip on ice and snow but wears slightly faster on dry, rough surfaces. In winter conditions, snow and ice naturally slow down abrasion, helping the traction remain consistent for longer.

Vaistoa Pitoa™ combines the natural barefoot feel with reliable grip that supports confident movement even in winter.

You can maintain the shoe’s water-repellent treatment by using a protective spray.

Clean off any loose dirt after use with a damp cloth or sponge.

If your feet sweat inside the shoes, it’s important to let them air out properly after wearing. Remove the insole if it’s detachable, open the shoe fully, and allow it to dry naturally before the next use.

If the shoes get wet on the inside, remove the insole and open the shoe wide to maximize airflow inside.

It’s also good to give your shoes “rest days,” allowing them to dry and air out completely.

Store your shoes upright, at room temperature, and away from direct UV light.

The soft, high-friction rubber material provides excellent grip on ice and snow but wears slightly faster on dry, rough surfaces. In winter conditions, snow and ice naturally slow down wear, helping maintain consistent traction over time.

The Design from Finland mark indicates the origin of unique Finnish design.

Products and services bearing the Design from Finland mark are designed in Finland professionally, responsibly, and with a user-centered approach.

There are very few barriers to using barefoot shoes.

However, such barriers include functional or structural disorders of the feet or lower limbs. For example, hallux rigidus, or stiff big toe, where the big toe joint does not bend easily or at all upwards during the push-off phase of the step – which is a requirement for the natural roll of the step.

Similarly, any surgical operations where joints are fused – that is, their movement is restricted or completely prevented – pose challenges for the smooth use of barefoot shoes and the benefits they provide.

Loss of sensation in the soles of the feet (neuropathy) due to diabetes or nerve damage can also be considered a contraindication for using barefoot shoes, as you may injure your feet without noticing through the thin sole of the shoe.

If you have painful osteoarthritis or an active inflammatory phase of rheumatoid arthritis, it is advisable to reconsider using barefoot shoes until the condition improves.

If necessary, consult a physiotherapist or podiatrist who is knowledgeable about this matter. Remember to tell them that you want to transition to using barefoot shoes and ask how they can assist you in this project.