Men's Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport

Comments about Mens Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport Running Shoe:

I own two pairs of TrekSports and two other models of FiveFingers. I must say that they are life-changing "shoes"... in the sense that they help develop muscles in your legs and feet that you may not have even been aware of. I've run everything from flat, paved, urban trails to technical switchbacks in the Rocky Mountains and the Vibram TrekSport adapts to both, providing an unparalled running experience that will forever change the way you look at footwear. I must advise, if you are a newbie to minimalist running, start slow and short. Just a couple of runs a week and you will feel it in your calves. Continue on with more technical trail runs and you will understand what I've said here. The Vibram FiveFingers line of footwear are not for full-time wear, and I recommend that you rotate with other types of footwear. This will allow your feet to "unlearn" the years and years of bad footware that have nearly crippled the human race. We were meant to run naturally... just on soft surfaces and natural terrain, not concrete and pavement. Get some FiveFingers and give your feet (and legs) what they've been craving.

Comments about Mens Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport Running Shoe:

This shoe is a wonderful example of more with less. This is my first pair of vibram five fingers and I am more than pleased with them. take a look at a sizing chart on their website and go from there. Once the size is figured out order and be amazed. I know the treksport is mainly for trail running, but I use them for everything including pavement and have had nothing but stellar performance. I also wear them casually when not working out and honestly with jeans or shorts they look like shoes unless someone is really paying attention to you. When these wear out, I'll be sure to order another pair. By the way, I have high arches and have had battles with plantars fascitis and have had absolutely no pain with these at all.

Comments about Mens Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport Running Shoe:

I have been running for 22+ years and recently started looking into barefoot/minimalist running. After a lot of research I finally decided to purchase a pair of Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport shoes. Today was my first run in them and all I can say is I was blown away!! The fit is amazing, no hot spots, pinch points or any other discomfort. After my run was over my legs felt so fresh that I just wanted to keep on running. If you are looking into barefoot or minimalist running, please give some serious consideration to these shoes.

Comments about Mens Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport Running Shoe:

Being a martial artist for 20+ years I understand the need for cross training. I started running 2 - 3 days per week and one mile into my run I would develop pains in the medial aspects of both knees which would last for 2 days. I had very good running shoes so I thought that it was just age (I'm 57). I bought a pair of VFF Treksport and did the opposite of the standard suggestions. I ran 2 miles instead of 1 and found a 95% reduction in knee pain - on the first run. I rested 2 days and ran another 2 miles, no knee pain! Now I run 2m every other day and look foward to it. A great pair of shoes - period!

Comments about Mens Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport Running Shoe:

I have one flat foot and one almost flat foot, so shoe salesmen would always try to put me in motion control shoes. However, even though I'm flatfooted/semi-flatfooted, I'm a neutral runner. I bought these as a last ditch effort to find a shoe that works for me. When I started to run in them, I tried not to focus on my running form, as my body naturally adjusted to the lack of cushioning. I used to have chronic shin splints. But after I started running in these, my lower legs have gotten stronger and my balance has gotten better. I wore a pea sized hole in my left heel, but that's after nearly six months and 260+ miles running mostly on asphalt and concrete. I haven't tried any trail running, but they are excellent on the road and the track. I highly recommend these to anyone who is looking for something to take their conditioning over the top. Running in Vibrams versus regular running shoes is like lifting free weights versus using machines -- you get a better all around workout.

Comments about Mens Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport Running Shoe:

Hands down my FAVORITE Vibram Five Fingers to date! I've been running in VFF's for about 3 yrs and have tried 3 different types of VFF and these are the best I've had yet!
The traction is incredible and stick to the pavement so well it's as though I could run up wall (but I won't try). They are completely light-weight, like truly being barefoot yet providing excellent protection from the surfaces protecting my feet which have always been sensitive. They added a comfort pad/cushion to the back of them (about the Achilles) that is so comfortable & supportive. Also there is good heal cushion/protection, something that I've not seen previously.
I truly can't say enough good about these and I highly recommend them to anyone that is an avid barefoot runner or anyone considering trying!