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Vibram Fivefingers (1 Viewer)

These look ridiculous. If you told me crocs were incredibly comfortable, that wouldn't make a difference.

 
Wow, I just heard about these like two hours ago and was looking at them on Amazon. I think they'd be cool to run around in the grass in. Too expensive for me right now, though.

 
Bought a pair but haven't worn them out. They do look pretty ridiculous. But I can see some of the health issues / barefoot stuff. Lots of interest in that area for runners these days. If you like walking around barefoot, you'll love them.

Down side is very little cushioning. I see people talking about hiking / scrambling in these and I don't see how.

Before any of the fashion gurus get on this, these are sport specific shoes. They're as fashionable as cleats.

J

 
Joe Bryant said:
Bought a pair but haven't worn them out. They do look pretty ridiculous. But I can see some of the health issues / barefoot stuff. Lots of interest in that area for runners these days. If you like walking around barefoot, you'll love them.Down side is very little cushioning. I see people talking about hiking / scrambling in these and I don't see how.Before any of the fashion gurus get on this, these are sport specific shoes. They're as fashionable as cleats.J
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I will not wear these out..but I will try them more as a workout/yard type of shoe.
 
From watching the Wired clip in the OP, it sounds like these are a recipe for arch problems.

Or if they do provide arch support, that negates the benefit they were supposed to provide, i.e. the natural arch flattening and springing back one gets when running barefoot.

 
mon said:
Wow, I just heard about these like two hours ago and was looking at them on Amazon. I think they'd be cool to run around in the grass in. Too expensive for me right now, though.
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TravelCountry.com has them for $49.99 right now.(They give free shipping on orders of $50 or more, so add a $3 snack thingy to your order. Or something cheaper if you can find it. Otherwise, shipping is $6.)
 
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Das Boot said:
From watching the Wired clip in the OP, it sounds like these are a recipe for arch problems.Or if they do provide arch support, that negates the benefit they were supposed to provide, i.e. the natural arch flattening and springing back one gets when running barefoot.
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They do not provide any arch support, which is why they should not cause any arch problems. That's the whole point of simulating barefootedness.
 
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So would these be better for me running a couple miles a day on a treadmill, or even running outdoors a few times a week (short runs - 2-4 miles tops)?

 
mrowl said:
Here's an article on why barefoot is better:

http://nymag.com/health/features/46213/

Here are a few videos on Vibram Fivefingers:

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I don't jog. I got them to walk in, and to sprint on grass or sand.I've walked in them a bunch on concrete and they're fine for that. In theory, they're supposed to be great for jogging on concrete (compared to other shoes, anyway), but I'm not sure I'd want to do that. In any case, I haven't tried it.

But as far as holding up goes, they seem extremely durable. They should last a long time, I think.

 
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Otis said:
So would these be better for me running a couple miles a day on a treadmill, or even running outdoors a few times a week (short runs - 2-4 miles tops)?
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That's the idea. They take some getting used to, though, as your feet have to use a lot of muscles they're not used to using.I've had the Vivo Barefoot shoes and have been walking in them for a few weeks, and my achilles are finally starting to get less sore just now. (Like day-after-workout type soreness, except that I've never worked out my achilles before.) You can definitely tell that you're working new muscles at first.Like I said, I don't jog, so I can't say whether the Vibram Fivefingers are good for that. But they're supposed to be. I mean, you know, the advertisements say they are.I do love them for walking and sprinting.
 
Hmm, I'd like to try 'em. I do 4-mile soft sand runs every other day. I would think that sand would find a way in. And I'm fine barefoot to begin with, so not sure it's worth it. Also, I cross a couple of creeks emptying on the beach that can get pretty deep -- point being how are they wet?

 
Sonny Lubick Blowup Doll said:
Hmm, I'd like to try 'em. I do 4-mile soft sand runs every other day. I would think that sand would find a way in. And I'm fine barefoot to begin with, so not sure it's worth it. Also, I cross a couple of creeks emptying on the beach that can get pretty deep -- point being how are they wet?
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They're machine washable, so they're fine in water.CAN I USE FIVEFINGERS IN FAST MOVING WATER?

The Sprint, KSO and Flow offer secure hook and loop closures and can be used for a variety of water sports and activities. However, the original FiveFingers Classic should not be used in fast moving water. Because the Classic fits low on the foot, the water current or pressure can pull the product off of your heel.

 
These have become very popular in the world of CrossFit. Here's a thread on VFFs at the CrossFit message board.

If you are going to use them for running, you should learn the POSE running technique --- these shoes would kill if you use the more common heel-striking technique of running.

They're great for Olympic and power lifting exercises if you are not wearing lifting shoes --- low heel, stable and firm platform.

What's funny is that a lot of globo gyms won't let you wear them to workout, in case you drop a 45lb plat or a dumbbell on your foot. As though your Nike running shoes are going to do you a lot of good in the same situation.

 
I will definitely grab these for running on the treadmill. I'm just not comfortable in running shoes, and right now I'm using FitFlops for walking on the treadmill. Still have my high heel fetish, but they don't work on the treadmill. :)

 
Maurile Tremblay said:
mon said:
Wow, I just heard about these like two hours ago and was looking at them on Amazon. I think they'd be cool to run around in the grass in. Too expensive for me right now, though.
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TravelCountry.com has them for $49.99 right now.(They give free shipping on orders of $50 or more, so add a $3 snack thingy to your order. Or something cheaper if you can find it. Otherwise, shipping is $6.)
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:thumbdown: Just ordered some Sprints
 
Is there any way to try these on to see how they feel before buying them? I've never seen them in a sporting goods store.

 
Supposed to be great for deadlifting and squats.... but I'm not paying that for a shoe I'll wear for 2 hours a week.

 
I have to deal with plantar fasciitis when I run. I wonder if something like this would help or hurt the condition.

 
Wyldfox said:
I will definitely grab these for running on the treadmill. I'm just not comfortable in running shoes, and right now I'm using FitFlops for walking on the treadmill. Still have my high heel fetish, but they don't work on the treadmill. :(
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Please tell more. TIA!
 
picked up a pair of 'sprints' today. my youngest son (24) and his SO came by a couple of months ago wearing a pair. wife and i laughed our assess off...

i work from home a lot - barefoot most of the day - teva sandals are the primary shoe for knocking around. must say i like the feeling of the sprints. been wearing them all day and am planning on wearing them for golf on friday... i'll let you know how that goes...

 
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Chuckles said:
Otis said:
These look ridiculous. If you told me crocs were incredibly comfortable, that wouldn't make a difference.
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these thoughts merely indicate the inflexibility of your world view... lighten up francis... take a walk on the wild side... don't care about what the neighbors think...
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How do you know my name?
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jesus, the mexican guy who does my lawn, told me...remember - jesus saves, moses invests...
 
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