The Wildling Tejo slate in children sizing is the all-rounder for the cool season: densely woven recycled cotton, an integrated membrane and a water tongue keeping moisture out. Like every Wildling it keeps the three principles of barefoot footwear: a wide toe box that lets toes splay, a zero-drop sole, and a construction flexible enough to move with the foot rather than against it.
Set against the Vivobarefoot Tracker Textile and the Xero Shoes Xcursion Fusion, Tejo matches them on membrane protection and beats both on flexibility, while using recycled cotton instead of synthetic panels. Browse the full Wildling barefoot shoe range or the wider barefoot shoes for kids selection to compare side by side.
Fits true to size with the wide toe box consistent across the Wildling children's range. Low volume, which suits slimmer feet. Available EU 23–38. EU price: €119.
What we like: membrane and water tongue handle sustained wet; the slate grey hides everyday marks better than the lighter colourways; recycled cotton upper. Worth considering: the membrane costs some breathability; takes time to dry if fully soaked; priciest of the everyday children's models.
Q: Is the Tejo slate suitable for someone new to barefoot shoes?
A: Yes, with a gradual approach. Start with shorter sessions and build up over two to four weeks. The wide toe box is usually comfortable immediately; the thinner sole takes longer to adjust to.
Q: What is a water tongue?
A: A gusseted tongue sealed along its sides, so water cannot get in through the lacing. It is what makes a textile shoe usable in real rain.
| Farbe: | Blau, Lila, Weiß |
| Größe: | 20, 24 |
| Material: | 100% Polyester |
