Name: Men's Primal Zen Suede
Brand: Lems Shoes
Price: 140.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (661 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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SOFT SUEDE UPPER

Utilizing a full suede upper with perforations for breathability, this pair provides supreme comfort all day long.

ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT

Our proprietary IBR outsole is what makes Lems incredibly lightweight and flexible - giving your foot the sense of weightlessness.

ZERO-DROP

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

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.

4.8

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

Based on 661 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 559 Total 4 star reviews: 74 Total 3 star reviews: 26 Total 2 star reviews: 2 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 roomy toe box and natural feel. Many reviews mention the lightweight design and versatility for daily wear. While most find them perfect for all-day use, some note they run small and recommend ordering a half to full size up. The suede version gets frequent praise for its style and breathability. Common feedback includes appreciation for the snug heel fit while maintaining toe freedom. Reviews are mixed on durability, with most reporting excellent longevity while a few mention concerns about sole wear. Frequent comments address the initial break-in period, after which users report a perfect fit.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
5 days ago
Looks great and so comfortable out of the box
These look great. I already have a pair of mesh primal zens. I love those and this is an upgrade in looks. Also immediately comfortable out of the box. My first time wearing them was for multi week travel and I must have put about 60 miles of urban walking on them. They were so comfortable from the get go.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
Male nursing shoes
These shoes feel like they were custom made for my feet, I am loving them. They work great even for long shifts of being on my feet all day. Typically there are not many shoes that I feel work well for men in nursing. I had a pair made by Ecco years ago that worked well but they stopped making them. These are comfortable, good looking and functional.
Michael
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
Great shoes
I'm wearing them as I type - a great pair of comfortable and stylish shoes.
Shawn C.
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