The new On Running Cloudracer is made to compete as the fastest shoe in the world. According to the results of a study by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (the ‘MIT of Europe’), the On Running CloudTec outsole ’empowers you to run with lower heart rate’ compared to other leading running shoe – save…
Author: Nicholas P, Chief Reviewer
Nicholas Pang is a competitive Northern California track & field athlete, runner, and Editor-in-Chief of the most comprehensive minimalist shoes and running accessories review site, Minimalist Running Shoes. He is also the author of 'The Minimalist Runner' and 'Wear Tested', books focusing on how to transition to barefoot-inspired minimal shoes and developing good running form. Nick is a member of the USA Track & Field organization.
Nike Free 3.0 v4 Shoe Review
With the newly-constructed uppers and modified arch, the Nike Free 3.0 V4 is Nike’s lowest to the ground barefoot-style running shoe. The Free 3.0 V4 features a seamless upper that provides lightweight support where you need it. Its molded sock-liner mimics the curvature of the foot thus providing a great fit and support. Trans-tarsal diagonal…
New Balance Minimus Trail 20 Women (WT20) Close Out Sale! TODAY ONLY
The New Balance Minimus Trail 20 (WT20) for women is on sale TODAY ONLY at New Balance official outlet store. Original Price: $99.99, Close Out Price: $69.99. SALE PRICE (today only): $54.99 Grab them now before they’re out of stock.
TRUE Linkswear’s Everyday/Anywhere/All-day golf shoes
[jbox color=”green” title=”From the Desk of Robert Yen“] Minimalist Shoes Wear Tester – Golf Robert is a second-generation native of Phoenix, Arizona. When not practicing law, he can usually be found playing–as he has for the past 44 years–one of the nearly 300 golf courses in and around the Phoenix metropolitan area. Robert Yen’s reviews [/jbox]…
New Balance RC5000 Shoe Review
The New Balance RC5000 offers a lightweight (3.2 ounces for US Men’s Size 10.5), secure fit and a responsive sole – making it the perfect choice for track or speed work-outs and short distance road racing up to 10K. The uppers on the RC5000 is created by fusing two extremely thin materials together using a…
ZEMgear Terra Shoe Review
The new ZEMgear Terra is ZEM’s latest addition to their Training collection of barefoot shoes. The ergonomically molded and separated toe guards promote barefoot agility and protect all your toes from the rugged environment. The split-toe pattern provides for extra grip-ability and barefoot sensation. A distinctive barefoot last accommodates the sensitivities and fit of your…
La Sportiva Vertical K Shoe Review
La Sportiva is known for technical trail running shoes but recently launched a minimalist trail shoe – the Vertical K. It is an attention-getting mountain running shoe with its black and bright yellow colors – definitely designed for gnarly trails. Weighing in at 7.8 ounces (US Men’s Size 10.5+) and with a heel-to-toe differential of…
New Balance News – New Site, MT20v2, NB Outlet
New Balance Redesigned Site New Balance has made some major changes to their web site by combining their shopnewbalance.com online store with their newbalance.com to make finding information faster and MUCH easier. You can also access their new mobile site via a smartphone anytime, anywhere! New Balance Trail 20 Version 2 New Balance also launched a modified…
VIVOBAREFOOT Mid Season Sale
30% off. Selected styles only (listed below) for the next 2 weeks! Grab yours now! Enter the discount code: 0530SALE Evo II Mens (Black and Black/Yellow), Neo Mens (Dark Grey/Red and Black), Oak (Dark Brown and Black), Ultra Ladies (Pink and Black), Neo Ladies (Navy/Dirty Blue, Black and Dark Grey/Crimson), Off Road Mid Ladies (Black…
Second-Generation Brooks Pure Collection Preview
From their latest press release: Brooks PureDrift Revealed as Newest PureProject Shoe, Gives Runners the Ultimate Connection with the Ground Leading Running Company Announces the Next Generation of its Award-Winning, Lightweight Footwear Collection Bothell, Wash. – May 22, 2012 Taking its PureProject collection to the next level, Brooks Sports today unveiled the second generation of…
Under Armour Charge RC Storm Shoe Review
Under Armour continues leveraging their EVOnatomy platform with a trail version of their best selling Charge RC minimalist running shoe which we reviewed earlier this year. The Charge RC Storm weighs in at 10.6 ounces (US Men’s Size 10.5) with a heel-to-toe differential of 6mm and a stack height of 24mm. The shoe is identical…
Merrell Barefoot Dash Glove & Pace Glove New Colors
For all women runners, Zappos now has the biggest selection of colors for Merrell Barefoot Dash Glove and Pace Glove. With Zappos ‘365 Day Return Policy‘ and ‘Free Shipping Both Ways‘, what are you waiting for? Merrell Barefoot Dash Glove Merrell Barefoot Pace Glove Grab the latest colorway releases and those on sale at…
Columbia Ravenous Lite Shoe Review
Columbia Sportswear has been in business for more than 70 years and makes outdoor gear and is especially well-known for their quality outdoor apparel. They also own Montrail and Mountain Hard Wear. But they also have some minimalist trail shoes that deserves a look. The Columbia Ravenous Lite is a no-nonsense lightweight trail running minimalist…
PEAR Sports Square One Review
Kristian Rauhala, an avid triathlete, surfer, and entrepreneur, founded PEAR Sports because of his frustration with heart rate (HR) training zones, listening to music while running but cautiously listening out for the HR monitor beeps, and constantly looking at his watch. Attempting to follow a plan to train effectively was very difficult and these challenges…
Rockport truWALK Zero Shoe Review
Last month, Rockport launched its revolutionary new truWALK Zero footwear for men and women, featuring super lightweight, flexible technology. truWALK Zero is the culmination of years of research and testing, making it one of the lightest shoes that Rockport has ever designed. They’ll make you feel like you’re walking on air! Rockport considers the truWALK…
Adidas adipure Collection Sneak Preview
Adidas may have been late to the minimalist running shoe category but they have been working on a solution for many years resulting in the adipure collection, a complete range of shoes for runners of all levels from beginner to advanced. And they might have just leapfrogged the competition. The adipure collection consist of three…
The Perfect Runner DVD Review
How did our ancestors survive the shift from trees to land, and evolve to dominate the planet? The answer lies in a remarkable ability we evolved far earlier than our powerful brains: humans are nature’s perfect endurance runners. Gemini-winning anthropologist Niobe Thompson takes a journey of personal discovery back in evolutionary time, in conversation with…
COMPRESSPORT Compression Gear Review
From Switzerland comes the king of veino-muscular compression technology in Europe – COMPRESSPORT. All COMPRESSPORT products are 100% European made – R&D, fibers, knitting, assembly, dying, testing, etc. They are also tested in the toughest conditions – where the toughest races take place like Abu Dhabi, Hawaii, Mont Blanc, etc. For the past few weeks,…
Altra Zero Drop Samson & Delilah Shoe Review
Ever since I reviewed the Altra Instinct two months ago, I wanted a slightly lighter version but that wouldn’t be available for a while. However, Altra Zero Drop recently launched the Samson (Delilah for women) – a combination of the fit of The Adam (which we reviewed a year ago) with a lace-up design and…
Rockport truWALK Zero Sneak Peek
On April 5, Rockport launched its revolutionary new truWALK Zero footwear for men and women, featuring super-lightweight, flexible technology. truWALK Zero is the culmination of years of research and testing, making it one of the lightest shoes that Rockport has ever designed. They’ll make you feel like you’re walking on air! To illustrate the ultra-lightweight quality of…
Motorola Mobility MOTOACTV Review
From Motorola Mobility comes the world’s first GPS fitness tracker with smart MP3 players all-in-one: the MOTOACTV. The MOTOACTV immediately reminded me of the iPod Nano and Luna Tik watch strap. And also of the latest Nike GPS watch. These must have been the inspiration for MOTOACTV. The design of MOTOACTV, both front and back,…
Vibram Five Fingers SeeYa Shoe Review
For the past few years, the Vibram Five Fingers KSO model is the most popular, thinnest, and lightest model in the Vibram collection. My feet has grown by one full size since I last wore my VFF KSO two years ago. The new ultra-streamlined VFF SeeYa is Vibram’s newest performance option for serious minimalist runners….
EXCLUSIVE – SKORA FORM Giveaway
Contest ends Friday April 6 at 5PM PST Contest ENDED. Winners: Matt K and Aaron R.