The latest trend in running shoes is towards lightweight and slightly-cushioned minimalist shoes. It seems to be the reverse for those already transitioned to minimalist shoes with going totally unshod or barefoot as the next logical step. But there is a good news for these advance minimalist runners with the upcoming super-minimalist running shoes. These…
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Latest Minimalist Shoe Rankings
Just in time for the holidays, we’ve released our first ‘by-my-gut’ minimalist shoe ranking or ratings as wear tested by us. See the complete list of all the running and fitness minimal shoes. We will be adding more categories and shoes in the next few weeks. We currently have over 150 shoes wear tested and…
Minimalist Shoe Buying Guide #1: Fall-Winter ’12
Sponsored By We’ve just launched the inaugural version (Issue #1) of our Minimalist Shoe Buying Guide for Fall-Winter 2012! Covers the latest minimalist shoes available from footwear manufacturers for Fall/Winter 2012. This publication (PDF and iBook) is available for FREE. Available exclusively for the Apple iPad in the interactive iBook format, you will need the…
My Minimalist Lifestyle Shoe Rotation
Last Updated: 12/15/11 After wearing and testing minimalist running shoes for the past two years starting with the Vibram Five Fingers KSO (keep stuff out), I still haven’t found the perfect road, trail, casual, and dress shoe. But I found many ‘almost perfect’ shoes for each occasion and the list below is what I am…
Minimalist Running Shoes – Generation 2.0
I wrote last November about the most influential footwear manufacturers in ‘2011 – The Year of Minimalist Shoes‘. The majority of them delivered as promised but a few faded and a few jumped ahead in the pack. Coming late Fall ’11 and Spring ’12, the next generation of minimalist running shoes or as some…
Will the FDA Require Running Shoes to be Tested for Product Safety?
In 1994, seven CEOs from the nation’s largest tobacco companies declared under oath before a Congressional hearing on Capitol Hill that “nicotine is not addictive.” Their testimony was a brazenly defiant refusal to acknowledge the legitimacy of several decades of research that proved cigarettes and nicotine were health hazards. Now imagine that in a parallel…
Merrell Minimalist Shoes – Match Made In Heaven?
Merrell and Vibram teaming up for new Merrell minimalist shoes (3 mens, 3 womens). The two leaders are exclusively collaborating to create an outsole design that aids in multi-directional movement and adaptability. The end result is Merrell Barefoot, a collection of minimalist, lightweight, versatile and efficient footwear. The collection is a progression of shoes that…
Vibram Five Finger Bikila – My Next Shoe
While I have been running in my Vibram FiveFingers KSO for almost 9 months, the Bikila is the next generation Vibram model designed specifically for a more natural running experience. The Bikila features a Dri-Lex® covered 3mm polyurethane insole (thickest under the ball) and a 4mm anatomical pod outsole design that offers more plating protection,…
Welcome to Minimalist Running!
If you have any interest in running with these new minimal shoes or barefoot-style running, you’ve come to the right place. For beginning runners, start by running the right way (remember when you were a kid?) with the right shoes. For seasoned runners who are transitioning to minimalist shoes or barefoot running, select a pair…
Newton Running Shoes – Watch List
I checked these out at Road Runner Sports and was impressed by them – light and comfortable forefoot striking shoe! For beginners, they offer the Sir Isaac Guidance Trainers – designed for runners of all levels who are committed to Natural Running. Whether you follow Chi, Pose, Evolution, barefoot running or just want to run…
Vibram FiveFingers KSO – Great Starter Shoe!
This is the minimalist running shoe I started with 9 months ago. And still running in them as I love it!!! I have problems running in traditional running shoes because my feet is wide and I also have plantar fasciitis. I’ve been running for over 20 years in running shoes and stopped running because of…
Ecco BIOM A – Very Promising!
The minimalist running shoe from established shoe maker Ecco: BIOM A. Designed to meet the performance requirements of the competitive runner, this running shoe features a more minimal construction, a low-profile design, firmer cushioning and an inlay sole with reduced weight. BIOM shoes are all constructed through a direct inject process, utilizing a lightweight, flexible…
Terra Plana Evo
The Evo is designed to be the ultimate minimalist running shoe. The TPU Cage has breathable mesh and lightweight micro fiber reinforcements for maximum breathability and support while only weighing in at 8 ounces. The updated slim line VivoBarefoot shape and new ultra thin (4mm) soft rubber sole give maximum barefoot performance and response. The…
Nike Free Run+
The closest thing to running barefoot from Nike is the Nike Free Run+ Running Shoe, a comfortable, highly flexible shoe that trains your feet to be stronger. Designed with a full bootie, the Nike Free Run+ gives you a customized, barefoot-like feel during your run. The lightweight mesh upper features a seamless forefoot for exceptional…