RAYVE Cupertino Junior Kids' Barefoot Trainers Black

Kids' barefoot trainers with a wide toe box, zero drop and a flexible 5 mm sole. Easy to put on with velcro and elastic laces, made in Portugal.

RAYVE Cupertino Junior are kids' barefoot trainers that respect the natural development of your child's feet. Light, flexible and roomy, they are just what first and later shoes should be. The updated cut is narrower in the heel, so they hold the foot securely.

The combination of nubuck and textile gives you durability and breathability, while the thin sole lets your child feel the ground and use their feet naturally. The simple fastening makes the shoes easy to put on and keeps them in place on the foot.

Fit

• anatomically shaped wide toe box
• suit medium to wider feet
• fit a medium to narrow heel
• suit a medium to high instep
• zero drop: heel and toe are on the same level

Features

• flexible rubber sole (5 mm)
• light, breathable materials
• fastening: velcro + elastic laces
• removable insole: the shoes can also be worn without it
• seasons: spring, summer, autumn
• zero drop (heel and toe on the same level)
• plenty of room for toes
• urban everyday walking shoes
• made in Portugal

Size Chart

How to choose the right size

Measure your child's foot length and add an allowance of 9-12 mm.

Material

Durable yet breathable materials suited to everyday wear by children.

• upper: nubuck + textile
• lining: textile
• outsole: flexible rubber (5 mm)

How to care for your shoes

• always brush off coarse dirt first
• wipe the shoes with a damp cloth and dry them
• do not machine wash them or dry them directly next to heat sources
• to improve durability, treat the shoes regularly with waterproofing spray
• with proper care, your barefoot shoes will last a long time

REVIEW

"I was delighted with the Cupertino. They are wonderfully flexible shoes with a perfect shape for the toes. The big toe side is nicely straight, so the big toe has enough room to push off properly, which strengthens the foot naturally.

What is great is that even though the toe box is wide, the shoe sits well on the heel and does not slip. The sole is designed to stabilise the heel and help keep it in the right alignment. The lightly reinforced back of the shoe really helps here. Children can put them on easily by themselves, and from experience I know they are very durable."

Hana Tonarová, children's physiotherapist (HoneyCare.cz)

What you may want to know about RAYVE Cupertino Junior

1. Are they suitable for new walkers?
   Yes. The flexible sole and anatomical shape support natural movement from the very first steps.
2. How well do they stay on the foot?
   The combination of velcro and elastic laces makes them easy to put on while holding the foot securely, so the shoe stays where it should.
3. Are they suitable for everyday wear?
   Yes, they cope with everyday city wear, playgrounds and walks. They are light and comfortable, and children usually don't want to take them off.
4. How do they feel when walking?
   Children can feel the ground naturally and use their feet actively, which supports natural movement.
5. Where are the shoes made?
   The shoes are made in Portugal with an emphasis on quality and attention to detail.

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