Name: Men's Primal 3
Brand: Lems Shoes
Price: 125.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (768 reviews)

PRIMAL 2 VS. PRIMAL 3 OVERVIEW

Balanced Weight Distribution
The increased overall outsole width ensures that your body weight is spread out more evenly, reducing the pressure points on your feet. This even weight distribution enhances comfort during various activities. For those with lower arches and flat feet, you will find that this is a big improvement. But for those with high arches, you may feel very little, to no difference.
Enhanced Outsole
The Primal 3 is made with our Widest Fit Last, just like the Primal 2. The difference is that we developed a new outsole on the Primal 3 with a wider footprint for more ground contact underneath the foot.
Higher Sidewalls
When examining the Lems Primal 3 from a lateral view, you may notice a visual difference — the sidewalls now wrap up higher on the sides. This is a deliberate design choice aimed at improving both fit and lateral stability. The higher side walls provide a snugger fit around the contours of your feet, cradling them comfortably.
Zero-Drop Platform
Just like the Primal 2, the Primal 3 is built on a zero-drop platform which keeps your heel and toes level, mimicking your natural barefoot position on a flat surface.

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PRIMAL 2 VS. PRIMAL 3 OVERVIEW

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ENHANCED OUTSOLE

With its newly redesigned outsole, the Primal 3 features a wider footprint, offering improved weight distribution and stability.

WIDE TOE BOX

Unlike traditional footwear that squeeze the toes together, our foot-shaped toe box allows for maximum room giving the toes ultimate freedom to wiggle and spread.

ZERO-DROP

Places the forefoot and heel flat to the ground correcting posture, aligning your spine, and encouraging mid-foot strike.

FLEXIBLE

Made from our signature IBR outsole, the Primal 3 is an ultra lightweight and flexible option compared to traditional footwear.

4.8

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

Based on 768 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 634 Total 4 star reviews: 101 Total 3 star reviews: 30 Total 2 star reviews: 3 Total 1 star reviews: 0

96%would recommend this product

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Reviews Summary

Customers say these shoes offer exceptional comfort with their wide toe box and lightweight design. Many reviews mention the natural feel and flexibility, making them ideal for daily wear. The breathable material and zero-drop style receive frequent praise. While most find them true to size, some with extra-wide feet suggest sizing up. Common feedback includes quick adaptation to the minimalist design and versatility for various activities. Reviews note they're particularly comfortable for long walks and standing. Some mention the mesh upper could be more durable, and a few find them less suitable for wet conditions. Most users appreciate the balance between ground feel and protection.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6 days ago
Greatest shoe ever made
I spent years and thousands of dollars trying to find shoes that didn't hurt my arch. Even got orthotics which didn't hurt until I found the Primal 3! Zero foot pain. Zero tired feet. These shoes are a miracle to me and I tell everyone about my Lems!
Craig
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6 days ago
nice fit
comfortable fit right out of the box. no break-in needed.
Daniel S.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
Fit same as Primal 2s
I have fairly rectangular feet with a wider midsole and the primal 2s were the first higher quality barefoot shoe i found that fit. Ran them into the ground for over a year doing all sorts of running, pick-up sports and daily use. Finally needed a replacement and was super worried nothing else would fit now that they were discontinued. Tried the new primal ecos first but they were too narrow in the midfoot so i returned and got the primal 3s. Fit just like i remember the 2s did! Stoked to have a shoe i finally feel good about
Matthew S.
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