This is the shoe that started it all: The Original Wool Runners. Our superfine ZQ Merino wool material is incredibly soft and cozy, naturally thermoregulating, and ready for anything. Our Wool Runner has a carbon footprint of 7.07 kg CO2e. Learn more about carbon footprint labeling and our commitments to reduce our impact.
Best For: Walking, cooler weather, everyday wear
Super Soft Material: Warm and cozy premium ZQ Merino wool provides next-level comfort
Versatile Design: Wear-with-everything classic style, great for travel
Sustainable Materials:
ZQ certified Merino wool upper that meets the highest standards of animal welfare, environmental care, and social sustainability
SweetFoam® midsole made with sugarcane-based green EVA
Shoe laces made from recycled plastic bottles
Castor bean oil-based insole foam
ZQ merino wool heel lining
Where It’s Made: Vietnam. Learn more about our operations
Allbirds fit true to size for most customers. If you have wide feet or are between sizes, we suggest you size up for all styles.
Did you know that our shoes are actually unisex? You can easily cross over to find shoes in your size.
Here’s how it works:
If you wear a men’s size 7, try a women’s size 8 or 9.
If you wear a women’s size 12, try a men’s size 10 or 11.
Men's Shoes
Women's Shoes
Still debating? No worries - our hassle-free 30-day return policy allows you to try us on for size and find the perfect pair.
1. Remove the laces and insoles.
2. Place shoes in a delicates bag (pro tip: a pillowcase works too).
3. Choose a gentle cycle with cold water & mild detergent.
4. Shake out any excess water & set aside to air dry.
5. Shoes will regain their original shape with one or two wears.
Want the full refresh experience? Swap in some new laces and insoles.
Free shipping on orders over $75, and free returns accepted within 30 days. Lightly worn shoes get donated to Soles4Souls. Visit our Returns Portal.*
Final Sale items cannot be returned or exchanged. Final Sale items include: gift cards, insoles, and items tagged final sale on our website and in Allbirds retail stores.
Need it sooner? See if the style you want is available at a store near you.
Made From Nature
Our ethically sourced Merino wool provides a cozy fit that is soft and itch-free on the inside and durable on the outside
Wear-All-Day Support
Experience the comfort of SweetFoam®, our cushioned midsole made from sugarcane, providing all-day happiness for your feet
100% Machine Washable
Our shoes are fully washable, making every step as clean as the first
Men's Wool Runners Reviews