Sherri Robinson

Specialist II

What is the best barefoot running shoe?

July 11, 2011 3:56 PM PDT · Flag · 7 answers

Sebastian Smith

Practitioner III

VIVOBAREFOOT Ultra Running Shoe - Women's Purple, 39.0

The Terra Plana Women's Ultra Trail Run Shoes are the the first fully molded, minimalist running shoes. Ultra-lightweight, and ultra-versitile, these cush shoes feel like wearing nothing at all.Product FeaturesUpper Material: EVALining: meshWaterp... read more...

This is one my friend wears and recommended. She a runner and loves these for the lightweight and vents to prevent any kind of athletes foot fungus. They dont give her blisters and dont pinch her skin at all. She really recommends these for comfortable running and healthy feet.

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Michael Sayre

Practitioner III

Women's Merrell Barefoot Pure Glove (10 M in Chili Pepper)

Go au natural and still protect your feet on your hiking adventures. The Merrell Pure Glove Barefoot Running Shoes for Women lets your feet go free while giving them essential protection and traction, fusing a Vibram sole to a breathable, minimal ... read more...

I do really like these shoes but I find I can't go super long distances in them. At about four miles, my feet do get a bit sore, but they are different and free-feeling as opposed to other traditional shoes.

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Lisa Campbell

Specialist III

FiveFingers Sprint - Women's Slate/Palm/Lichen 35 by Vibram FiveFin...

FiveFingers Sprint - Women's Slate/Palm/Lichen 35 by Vibram FiveFingers

219899SQL__35 Features: Release your feet from the constriction of shoes and stimulate your feet muscles and joints Abrasion-resistant polyamide uppers hug your soles and deflect trail debris; durable hypalon strap Vibram TC-1 performance rubber i... read more...

Time gave Vibram an award for one of the best inventions of 2007. I have a pair, and they do feel good to run, but like any shoes, I did have to break them in/ get used to them. There are even grooves on the soul of the foot for traction, and I haven't yet had to replace them.

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Jeff Frost

Practitioner III

Vibram Treksport Mens Trail Shoes 2011

Ideal for: Light Trekking, Trail and Road Running, Cross Training, CrossFit, Walking and Travel Coconut Active Carbon upper. Lightly cleated 4mm Vibram performance rubber outsole. 4mm EVA midsole. Machine Washable, Air Dry away from sun or heat so... read more...

Depending on the fit, the Vibram Five Finger shoes are my favorite. I have tried different pairs but I think these Treksports are my favorite but my wife prefers the Sprint shoe also by VFF. They are very lightweight have the perfect amount of traction to keep me on my feet through the rainy streets. I love the feel of the ground beneath my feet and this provides me that advantage with a little protection. They are machine washable and it is highly recommended that you not be afraid to wash them. They can work up quite a stink. I think you're supposed to air dry them but my wife has made the mistake of putting them in the dryer before and they came out fine. Great, great shoes.

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Naomi Pizarro

Practitioner III

Feelmax Kuusaa (36 M EU, Red/Grey)

Feelmax footwear is the lightest footwear on the market - each shoe weighs less than 100 grams. The shoes fit almost as tightly as a sock, which makes them extremely comfortable to wear. The shaping of the human foot and the consequent development... read more...

I used these as a transition shoe. I wasn't all that confident that I could go straight to barefoot/and or Five Finger shoes. I found these to be the perfect medium. They protect my feet but they still leave a barefoot imprint when I am running on the beach. Overall I am glad I made the switch. My body feels much more natural when I run and I have been able to add miles to my weekly routine. These were a solid investment.

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Hulda Alvarez

Specialist II

Nike Free 3.0 v2 Women's Running Shoes

The Nike Free 3. 0 v2: Barefoot-like fit and feelThe lightweight Nike Free 3. 0 v2 Women's Running Shoe offers the extraordinary feel and natural movement of barefoot trainingÃ¢Â€Â”without sacrificing support, cushioning, underfoot protection or t... read more...

The deep grooves in the Nike Free shoe are what allows for more free running movement. They are SO comfortable. They feel like walking on air. I wear them even when I am not running.

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Jason Liechman

Practitioner II

VIVOBAREFOOT Ultra Running Shoe - Women's Purple, 39.0

I read somewhere that these are very healthy for the athletes foot. I'm not a woman, so I don't know how these pair feel, but they seem very popular and the articles I read say they are the new "Health" Shoe.
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Voting Summary

1.	VIVOBAREFOOT Ultra Running Shoe - Women's Purpl...	41% agree
2.	Women's Merrell Barefoot Pure Glove (10 M in Ch...	26% agree
3.	FiveFingers Sprint - Women's Slate/Palm/Lichen ...	14% agree
4.	Vibram Treksport Mens Trail Shoes 2011	5% agree
5.	Nike Free 3.0 v2 Women's Running Shoes	5% agree