Name: Men's Trailhead
Brand: Lems Shoes
Price: 145.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (1290 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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RUGGED UPPER

The upper is made of durable materials that stand up to the abuses of trails, and also daily wear and tear.

MOUNTAIN-TO-TOWN OUTSOLE

Engineered with a low profile rubber tread that combines the best of both worlds: ample traction on trails, AND excellent durability on pavement.

LOW HEEL DROP

With 4mm of drop, compared to the traditional 12mm of drop, the Trailhead naturally decreases heel-striking for a more natural gait and healthier posture.

FIRM CUSHIONING

When your foot is on too soft of cushion, you end up with pain and discomfort. We've formulated a firm EVA midsole that'll keep your feet happy all day long.

4.7

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars

Based on 1,290 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 1k Total 4 star reviews: 186 Total 3 star reviews: 73 Total 2 star reviews: 15 Total 1 star reviews: 9

92%would recommend this product

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Reviews Summary

Customers say these shoes offer exceptional comfort for daily wear and hiking, though sizing runs notably small. Many reviews mention needing to go up a half to full size larger than usual. The shoes earn praise for their durability, with several customers reporting pairs lasting years of regular use. While most appreciate the fit once properly sized, some note the toe box could be wider. Frequent comments address their versatility for both urban and trail environments. Reviews highlight the shoes' lightweight feel and quality construction, though some mention the price point is high. Many customers become repeat buyers, often purchasing multiple pairs in different colors.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
10 hours ago
Amazing shoes!
I love these shoes! I see many say to go up a half size but my normal size (which usually leaves about half a thumbs width of space) was perfect. I have wide feet, widest in the midfoot, and I personally love the fit. They are wide enough where my feet don’t feel restricted at all but also still feel supported so they aren’t sliding around in them. I do think $150 is a little steep for them but we will see how the durability is on them. The $120-$130 price range would have felt more in line but still a great shoe overall.
Will B.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
12 hours ago
I love Lems!
I wear these almost everywhere I go!
Frank P.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
Awesome
Usually I wear a 10 1/2 but had to up to 11 1/2 . Color-way is badass and the quality . Really comfortable also
Danny G.
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