It’s that time of the year! New models that are announced in January and August at the Outdoor Retailer shows are starting to ship to retailers – running specialty stores and some big box stores. Here’s our guide to the most anticipated road, trail, and casual minimalist shoes. As common with new models, they are…
Category: Running Gear Reviews
VIVOBAREFOOT Training Clinic
VIVOBAREFOOT finally announced that registration is OPEN for the US program in Denver: 26th October – 30th October, 9:00AM – 5:00PM Pura Vida Fitness and Spa| 2955 East 1st Avenue, Suite 200 | Denver CO 80206 USA Other times/dates available only for the UK. Here’s your chance to become a VIVOBAREFOOT Certified Coach! More information at…
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…
Runner’s World UK – The Making Of A Shoe
In the September 2011 issue of Runner’s World US and the October 2011 issue of Runner’s World UK, both the US and UK editions have the same cover and also cover similar articles except for the Shoe Buyer’s Guide. The US edition ‘Fall Shoe Guide‘ featured 24 new reviews including four minimal shoes – New…
Merrell Barefoot Minimalist Lifestyle Collection
Merrell is kicking into full gear with a slew of Generation 2.0 (Gen2) minimalist running shoes and new models for training, water sports, and wellness: Run, Train, Water, Life. I wrote about the Minimalist Lifestyle almost a year ago and boy, what a difference a year makes! I’ve tested over 50 minimal shoes in running…
Run Real with Skora
As we approach the Spring 2012 shoe announcements and product details from all footwear manufacturers, we are starting a series of articles on ‘Generation 2.0’ (Gen2) minimalist running shoes (or barefoot running shoes) in addition to the ‘State of Minimalist Shoes’ and the whole ‘Minimalist Lifestyle’ which we touched on almost a year ago (see…
Karhu Flow Fulcrum Ride
Karhu is Finland’s legendary running brand that invented the Move Forward technology – fulcrum technology that collaborates with the foot to convert your body’s natural energy into forward momentum. The Karhu Flow weighs in at 7.8 ounces but has a whopping 14mm drop! The upper have an open-face air mesh vamp and closed-face ballistic…
Invisible Shoes Contact & Connect
Want to get as close to barefoot as you can? Huaraches or running sandals, with no uppers (other than laces) and midsole is the probably the only running ‘shoe’ for most runners and especially for those with wide feet. Invisible Shoes recently launched their latest models: Connect 4mm and Contact 6mm Barefoot PLUS. Both…
Brooks Pure Collection: Now Available for Pre-Order
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Top 10 Things You Need To Know About New Balance Minimus Zero Collection
There’s more to zero drop than meets the eye. New Balance will be releasing more information about the Minimus Zero collection at the Summer Outdoor Retailer show this week. Here’s a sneak peek at what you need to know. New Balance Minimus Zero will arrive in running stores across the country in March 2012. This…
New Balance Minimus ‘Like barefoot only better’ Ads
A couple of new ads from New Balance promoting the updated Minimus collection – airing on ESPN, Comedy Central and the Discovery Channel.
VIVOBAREFOOT Winter 2011 Collection Video
VIVOBAREFOOT/Terra Plana just posted an amazing video showing off the collection of barefoot running shoes launching next month. I can’t wait for the Neo Trail!!! You can sign up to be notified of its availability on the VIVOBAREFOOT web site. VIVOBAREFOOT AW11 Shoot from VIVOBAREFOOT on Vimeo.
New Balance Minimus Cross Trainer
The Minimus Cross Trainer is the latest addition to the New Balance Minimus line of shoes. The Minimus collection is not just about running but shoes for the complete minimalist lifestyle – lightweight, versatile, minimalist footwear, is designed to provide a “better than barefoot” experience. The New Balance Minimus Cross Trainer is designed for serious…
New Balance RC 1400
From New Balance comes the FAST and FIERCE neutral racing flat, the RC 1400. Inspired by the 890, the RC 1400 is a lightweight and minimal racing flat that is perfect for running on slick and smooth pavement and track surfaces. When I first heard about this shoe, I wasn’t sure what the differential is…
Merrell Barefoot Sonic Glove
Merrell has added another minimal shoe to their amazing Barefoot Collection – the Sonic Glove (for men). We will review the Lithe Glove for women in a future post. I rotate through Trail Glove and True Glove in Merrell’s Barefoot Collection in my weekly runs when I’m not wear testing other brands. My best classification…
Run Branca Running Sandal
I don’t usually run in sandals or huaraches because of the cold weather. But since it started warming up, I’ve decided to test the Run Branca running sandal during my barefoot running session (one day a week). Of all the huaraches I’ve tested thus far, the Teva Zilch is the current favorite of mine. I’ve…
Mizuno Wave Universe 4
The Mizuno Wave Universe 3 (MWU3) is one of the best selling running shoe and racing flat from Mizuno. The updated Wave Universe 4 (MWU4) kept the same midsole and outsole and focused on making the design even better. And loud with a vibrant orange and anthracite uppers! This is my first pair of Mizuno…
VIVOBAREFOOT Ultra
From VIVOBAREFOOT, the lightest running shoe in the world has arrived! The Ultra, an amphibious three-in-one running, walking, camping, and water shoe. Weighing at 3.8 ounces without the insert sock-liner or tongue (0.2 ounces), and only 5.8 ounces with the sock-liner, the VIVOBAREFOOT Ultra is suitable for light trail cross training, water sports, long runs…
An Interview With Asher Clark
I was very fortunate to have the pleasure of interviewing Asher Clark, Head Designer and Creative Director at VIVOBAREFOOT and a 6th generation member of the Clark’s shoe dynasty. Asher is the creative force behind the VIVOBAREFOOT collection. MRS: Where do you get your creative talents from? AC: My parents are both actors so I…
Saucony Peregrine
The more trails I run, the more I enjoy running. But minimalist running trail shoes are usually designed for a specific type of terrain like hard packed trail, mud, loose trail, off the beaten path, or just soft trails. I’ve been running with the Merrell Trail Glove and VIVBAREFOOT Neo for most trail surfaces and…
Nike Free Run+ 2
Nike came out with the first Free in 2004. Nike Running is all about natural motion and trying to enable the athlete to run as smoothly as possible. This system is very natural and allowing it to move with your body. But the added benefit here is that it’s strengthening your foot and reducing injuries…
New Balance Minimus Training
Coming soon in July from New Balance, Minimus Training, designed for serious athletes looking to maximize performance and efficiency in the gym. With a low stack height of 13.5mm and no insert, this 4mm drop shoes also have an anatomically correct natural last. The shoe conforms to the foot and flexes in every direction, allowing…
Saucony Hattori Shoe Review
The Saucony Hattori is Saucony’s latest entry into the minimalist zero-drop racing flat category. It’s also Saucony’s lightest and most minimal shoe that is designed to be like an extension of your feet. I have written about Saucony’s transition to minimalist shoes recently and this is their first zero drop shoe. Saucony is the first…
Teva Zilch Review
Teva’s Skinny Dip Collection is made up of the thinnest, lightest, and most minimalistic shoes. According to Teva, “Flexing and moving naturally with your foot makes you feel like you’re wearing nothing at all, giving you an amazing connection to the earth beneath you.” Currently, the Skinny Dip Collection is made up of the Teva…