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.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
16 hours ago
Will buy again
These shoes are pretty comfy and definitely water resistant. I use these at work in irrigation so water is definitely always around
Shaun R.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
21 hours ago
Like NewBalance - just better
They look way better in person than in a picture. Keep in mind that they are slightly narrower, just a bit, but it is already noticeable. As such, they are very similar to New Balance 373, just with a bit more comfort and better build. With Chillum, it was love at first sight, but with those, I'm still not sure how I feel.
Regardless, zero regret, and for sure I will come back for more!!!
Lukas
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
Nice looking shoes
I was looking for some shoes for work and casual and found this brand - I really like the shoes, they look cool and feel good walking around in them.
Steve F.
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