Salomon is bringing its minimal Sense Ultra (MSRP $180), with a 4-millimeter drop and Sense Mantra (MSRP $120), with a 6-millimeter drop, to the trail-running space, following a successful Salomon Sense launch earlier this Summer. Pricing is much better than the original $200 for the Sense. Both door-to-trail products have the company’s new EndoFit technology for…
Category: Running Gear Reviews
Sneak Peek: Columbia Liquifly Minimal Trail Shoe
I’m impressed by this super lightweight minimal trail shoe from Columbia. With a drop of 4mm and weighing 6.9 ounces, it has a breathable, water-draining mesh upper with protective synthetic overlays. Lateral and longitudinal flex grooves that allow for natural foot movement. Available February 2013 for MSRP $90.
Adidas adipure Motion, Gazelle, Adapt Reviews
Adidas recently announced its first natural running shoe collection with the adipure Motion, Gazelle and Adapt. The adipure running range is engineered to promote pure and natural movement to help athletes safely and gradually improve their speed, strength and performance through minimalist running. The three-shoe collection provides options for athletes who want just the right…
Lizard Kross Shoe Review
Lizard Footwear is a leading brand in the Italian industry for sports sandals. It was created in Italy in 1992. Firmly established as an authentic outdoor brand, Lizard footwear is characterized by its constant search for perfection and by its use of innovative and unique materials that have always inspired this brand’s philosophy. Lizard is…
Puma evoSPEED Collection Sneak Peek
Olympics fever continues with the latest from Puma, the Puma evoSPEED Collection, applying the speed of Usain Bolt and 2102 as the “Year of Speed“. Designed under the criteria of “light, flex, and fit”, all evoSPEED footwear features lightweight materials, increased flexibility and an optimized fit that enables a greater freedom of movement without compromising…
Science of The Summer Olympics
Minimalist Running Shoes is excited about the upcoming London Olympics and kicking off here with a video resource shared by Dr. Mark Cucuzzella of the Natural Running Center. NBC Learn and NBC Sports, in partnership with the National Science Foundation, explore the engineering and technology helping athletes maximize their performance at the 2012 London Games…
Skechers GObionic – Coming Soon!
Keep your eyes out for this from Skechers: GObionic (Disclosure: I have been working with Skechers on several shoes that they currently have in development and I receive no payment from them aside from the prototype shoes which are provided free of charge) I LOVE THIS SHOE!!! SKECHERS GObionic QR from SKECHERS USA on Vimeo.
Merrell Clearance
Merrell recently launched a CLEARANCE section on their web site. Check out the items on clearance including Dash Glove, Current Glove, Rapid Glove, etc. Get yours before they run out. Shop now!
On Running Cloudracer Shoe Review
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…
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…
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…
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…