Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

I run 20 - 25 miles a week on packed dirt trails. I have high arches and a forefoot strike, and these shoes are flexible enough to absorb the shock that goes with my running style. They do run about 1/2 size small lengthwise. Said goodbye to orthotics and hello to natural running.

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

Thought I would give Nike a try after many years in another brand... They did not disappoint for sure! These fit great, so comfortable and well cushioned for running. Love the minimalist like platform. Will definately get another pair!

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

walking and casual wear

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

I wore Nike for 20 years and then they started changing up the fit, and I moved away 6 or so years ago. These shoes are awesome! Light weight yet provide support. Love the stretch in the lacing. I have a very high instep and always have issues lacing my shoes with the proper tension. This has solved that problem. Love these shoes

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

I'm in the process of joining the military, so I spend most of my time working out and running. I figured because I need to get better at running that I should buy an actual pair of running shoes, and boy were these a good decision.

I have two issues that I needed to work around while finding a good running shoe: my arches and my foot strike. I have very high arches, and when looking for a lightweight/minimalist shoe, a good arch support is hard to find. The Nike Free 5.0 are the best of all worlds, as they are extremely lightweight, extremely flexible, but still maintain integrity in the food bed with good arch support and cushioning (you definitely don't need socks with these either because they are so comfortable on the foot and around the ankle).

As I work on my form, I'm working on becoming a mid-foot striker, although right now I am a heel-striker and was worried that I would not be able to find support in a lightweight shoe to accompany the impact, especially without wearing down the heel quickly. I don't think it matters what type of striker you are, these shoes are perfect for everyone.

I would recommend these to everyone. My husband is in the market for new shoes and I'm getting him a pair of these. Do your feet a favor and splurge on these; they're worth every penny.

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I had 1st generation Nike Free Runs for about 3 years (before they came out with the 3.0, 4.0 and 5.0 numbering system). These shoes are my replacement for those and they are a pretty close match. I tried the 4.0 Free Runs but felt the heel rise was a little too low and I began to get achilles pain. These seems to have the same (or very close) heel rise as the original Free Runs, as well as very similar flexibility and cushioning. My only slightly negative comment is re: the sizing. My old shoes were 8, and I was able to wear them without socks or with pretty much any weight of sock. These are definitely tighter, still comfortable without socks or with a thin sock, but forget heavy socks-- they won't fit. Yet I didn't really want to go up a half-size either, as I feel that would be too big without socks. Don't know what Nike did-- perhaps it is just a matter of newer materials or something about the newer shoe construction. Anyhow, overall, I'm really happy with this shoe!

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These shoes have provided me with good support and a comfortable fit while I lift in the gym as well as run outside.

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

I run 30-40 miles per week. Thought I would transition slowly to this shoe. It took about 2 month. Much less time than I thought it would. . I am on my third pair. I suffered from plantar facsiatas prior to the switch. Now no foot pain or injury. Shoe feels great and I can wear in all weather all terrain and plan on wearing them for my next marathon.

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I use these shoes as everyday walking shoes. I usually have to special order narrow width but with these shoes and the way the lacing is done allows many different feet to fit. They are lightweight and stylish.

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I bought these after being somewhat disappointed with the Free Run 3 I got last year. The 5 is more comfortable for longer runs for me.

They are fairly light weight. And have more cushioning than the 3.

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I love these. Great for walking, running, and working out.

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Even with orthotics my feet would bother me at the end of the day. Since I found the NIKE Free I can do my job, work out and I forget I even have feet, because there is no more pain or discomfort. I threw my orthotics in a drawer.

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I run 4x a week

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

These run a bit smaller in the toe box than the previous model, so order at least a half size larger. I ordered these in the same size as the Nike Free 3's that I had and have to send them back. Everything else is great about this shoe.

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I've never had so many compliments for a shoe from both men and women! Very comfy too. I work on my feet on a concrete floor and it does the job. I am vain so I must look good for work! :)

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

Very light weight and flexible.

Comments about Womens Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe:

I've had these shoes for a week now, and I have to say, they're fantastic! I went to my local Roadrunner, and Shoe Dog put me in a neutral/performance neutral shoe. These were the second pair of shoes I tried on, and I fell in love with them. For a beginning runner who is hoping to get into barefoot running, these are a great transition shoe. They have enough cushion to be comfy, but are super lightweight too! I have a high arch with inflexible ankles, so the flexibility of the sole is fantastic, versus my old shoes, which were stiff as could be and caused me intense pain. The only thing that might bother people is that the violet/orange color combo is really more of a blue/orange, but coming from Chicago, it works for me. GO BEARS!