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Stack Height: 10mm
Weight: US Mens size 9 (pair) 12-13oz (approx)
US Womens size 7 (pair) 10-11oz (approx)
The Pursuit is one of our most technical sandals featuring a 10.5mm stack height and an aggressive Vibram Newflex outsole. This sandal is built for long-term abuse on the trails. The anti-slip footbeds offer excellent grip in wet conditions, so rain or shine, these sandals will keep your foot planted firmly on the footbed regardless of how technical the trail.
Ultralight Version: For folks looking to save every ounce, we also offer an ultralight version swapping out the standard Vibram or SVIG footbeds for a UL footbed saving approximately 2 ounces per pair. The thinner footbeds offer additional ground feel, and are noticeably more flexible, but don’t offer quite as much long-term durability as the standard footbeds. This sandal is built with fast and light trail running in mind, but its lower weight lends itself well to being used for Ultralight backpacking or as Ultralight camp shoes.
Note: All Pursuits now have the toe plug recessed in the outsole for added durability. This also allows for the toe plug to be field repairable in the case of a (rare) catastrophic toe plug failure. If you would rather have a clean outsole, you can order it that way by purchasing a “Clean Sole” on our Custom Work product page (only the Pursuit with standard non-UL footbeds).
Need a smaller or larger size than you see listed? Contact us for availability.
Not sure which sandal to pick? Check out this Sandal Comparison Chart for details on weight, stack height, sole material, and recommended use for each of our models.
When will I get my sandals?
We are a small company, just Adam and Elizabeth working together to build you a quality pair of barefoot sandals that you’ll love. All sandals are made by hand. This fall (2026) Adam is going to be thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail and some of our lead times will change. All Ready-Made sandals will still ship quickly in 3 business days, while the Made-to-Order sandals will need to wait until Adam is back to build - they should ship in late December. Feel free to reach out with questions, and we are happy to help you find the right pair. deliberatelifedesigns@gmail.com
