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Awesome review, I really like how you structured the video and the different aspect you talked about. Just got my pair today and really enjoy them so far. I am new to the barefoot/minimalist game, bought some cheap shoes to test the overall feel of shoes in that genre and absolutely love it. However, since I am going on a hiking-vacation in August, I too think these are great as something in between for somebody who hasn’t worn ”ultra minimalist“ shoes a lot yet but wants to safely & slowly transition to a more barefoot feel when going on longer walks, day trips etc. I can’t wait to wear them on a trail, your review gave me the confidence that I chose the right shoe model to do so!
I have a pair of these and I agree with pretty much everything in the review. I’ve worn them everyday for 9 months for everything from daily wear, trail running and parkour and the lugs are nearly gone on the forefoot. This being said, I’m still happy with how long they’ve lasted. I really like these and have ordered a pair of the Gore-Tex model to replace them
I got these as a very compact second shoe for travel. I’m hoping that they can perform well enough for hiking, walking, hotel gym work while not taking up a lot of space.
Have found that Merrell trail gloves have been good for SwimRun races as they are good for trail running, and drain well after swims. The vibram sole provides adequate support.
Just bought these, very happy with them. For sizing I went a full size smaller than my shoe size. I had previously bought a different Merrell shoe and followed the 1/2 size lower guidance. It felt roomy, so I tried a full size lower on the Vapor. It worked out fine. I have narrow feet (D width) and high arches.
Good review my man! I love this type of shoe for days when these 63 year old running feet are a bit roughed up. I typically use NB minimus trainer or Altras gym shoe, but theses soles will do me better once I hit the trails with my training partner, Buckley, my dog, what a beast. Hope they don’t make these for him!
My first-ever barefoot shoes I got two weeks ago, the Vapor Glove 5, are the best shoes I've ever worn. I'm considering getting a different barefoot pair for the northeastern winter, maybe these Trail Gloves 7s. I'm mid-50s male, decided to quit biking altogether and switch to walking for a while (prior was rolling 50-75 miles a week) to see what it would do for my yoga (fairly advanced). Now I'm walking 2 miles to get to the space and usually more going back, and my legs are stronger, my feet are happier than they've ever been, and the pain in my knees is becoming a fading memory. Also my posture when walking now, holy cow! I don't wear socks with the Vapors, but I intend to do so once the chill sets in, and I also want something with a bit more water protection (I currently use a pair of padded waterproof Columbia Crestwoods for rainy days). The fact that there's more distance from the ground with the Trail Gloves than the Vapors would seem to make them a better fit for winter. Or is there some other brand with a decent price you'd recommend. Much appreciation for the review and the work you do.
I bought my first back in 2019, my second, Trail Glove 5s, IIRC, in 2021. Used them daily, mostly on pavement and concrete, city walking, and both have lasted over 2 years. I still have the pair from 2019, just the toe of the sole on one is starting to flop (need some shoegoo), so they have been relegated to chores and boat sizes.
Im in the market for a shoe for walking a lot (camino de santiago) doing short hikes and stuff, not very technical terrain just tyipcal hiking, I found these at 111€. What do you think?
These work well as a pull on shoe, really like that, however I do need to pinch the heel cuff pretty well to do this. So I've sewn a strip of 4mm chord over it near the top, at the back, which makes gripping it much easier now. Everyday shoe for sure!!
Got these shoes for daily dogs walked on a light forest trail. The tred "lugs" have worn smooth on large sections after only 2 months. This means they are now slippery. 2 months, and they're knackered 😢
Can these shoes be used for long cycling trips? I use platformpedals and try to put the arch of my foot on the pedal (instead of the front of the foot). I suffer from Morton's neuroma
I think they’d be okay, but it’s tough to say definitively from my POV since you’re working with a very specific context and I haven’t experienced that. The sole should grip fine, though
Eh, won't be the best and you'll want to weather proof them if that's a massive ask for you. If it's just damp you'll be okay, but these won't be your best puddle jumpers.
I've got these as a middle ground between a barefoot shoe and a trail shoe. I use proper barefoot zeros day to day but want a slightly more supportive shoe for trail running.
Thanks for the thorough review. Any idea how many miles can this one last on road? I saw on Reddit people swear that their Trail Golve 4s lasts more than 1500 miles.
Mine have held up well, I'm not sure how many miles I've put into them. The folks of Reddit only using this shoe will def have a better scope on them than me in the lens of maximal mileage thresholds! I'd proceed with them. They tend to be solid
What vivobarefoot would be comparable to this shoe? I had merrell trail glove 7 but i found the sole to be very slippery on slick rocks. I like the grip of my vivo magna lite.
The Magnas are dope, Trail Knit FG is also okay. You'll have a different feel in both compared to this, though. Ground feel will be a lot higher in the Vivo models!
really awesome review. is this much more durable then the Altera Lone Pine? They should make a high top of this shoes and vapor glove. that would give protection to ankle from getting cut up. by the way, is it easy to put crampons on these shoes?
Thank you for your review. The mention of the lug wearing down quick for everyday wear was useful. Im looking for barefoot shoes suitable for a nurse, so really long shifts on my feet. Tried the vapour gloves but i felt they were a bit too bare and not enough cushioning for 12 hours on my feet. Would you have any to recommend? Thank you!
Tbh, if you’re indoors I wouldn’t sweat the lug concern. That’s primarily for outdoor concrete use so in your context these should be okay! Want to give these a try and let me know if they work/don’t work? Then I can shout other options from there!
Quick question my friend :) i used Vapor Glove lunaleather 3 for 2 years and Wrapt model in the winter and i was like ok no problem for me and feels good. Both. And now im struggling between trail glove 7 and vapor glove 6. Any advice ? Ps. Maybe i would have thicker sole but not much.
Hi, I bought these shoes and they turned out to be too narrow for my feet... Any suggestions what a comparable but wider shoe would be? I really like those Merrells, they look nice, they feel nice, if they just were a bit wider..
@@thatfitfriend I've ordered a pair of Xero Shoes HFS, size 47 (had 48 from Merrell) and they're looking good. They just arrived today so I can't say much more but so far they fit my feet (lol) way better, have more spacing for the toes for sure and the shoe quality/feeling/finish is really good as well. I don't know, my feet are not flat but I need a lot of space for my toes, which made me always buy shoes 1-2 sizes bigger than what my foot length would suggest. With these HFSs, toe spacing is right on the edge for me. I wouldn't mind more but it's still tolerable. Anyway, so far I'm optimistic, will be able to tell more after a couple of runs in them.
Do these feel noticeably narrower than the vapor glove 6? I have those and don't think they're super narrow. It looks like basically the same shoe with more stack height.
Don't care about the barefoot for running or hiking, but looking for a flat shoe with a wide toe box to increase squat stability under heavier weight. Would this be okay?
I think they'd be worth exploring! The Vapor Glove can also work here along with other barefoot shoes if you want something more minimalist with a wider toe box.
Does a decent job, honestly. If it's super fine dirt then some can get in, but in that case, you'll want to find something with a more built-out membrane!
Hi! I'm interested in buying these shoes or the Vapor Glove 6... I can't decide between them 🙈 Which one would you recommend me? I would use them for training and walking, mostly. I have been using Saguaro for training since almost two years 😊
It’s a similarish fit than the 6, but it does feel a little better with its width, imo. I think that’s why some folks are annoyed at this model. Def worth trying them on at an REI if possible!
Does this shoe dry quick fairly quick? Looking for a minimalist shoe to day hike in with lots of water crossings. Just want them to be dry the next day.
I don’t understand why I just have the trunk of model two those were gray but they keep putting this our support in. I would say either make the shoe not zero drop anymore because you know zero drop shoe has no to spring, so how it really propels your foot forward is through the arch using your arches of spring, and, I hear so many people say that they they get pain in their arch on a zero drop shoe and I told him the same thing all the time just to go find the zero drop shoe that has no arch support and soon as they do, they said it all goes away. They are running faster. Everything works, but I think the things that if you’re gonna make it a zero drop shoe make it with no art support if you’re gonna make it a normal shoe for 68 mm drop with a toast spring and everything else and just do that with an art support because then you don’t need an arch cause you are just disengaged my opinion, but I hear a lot of people telling me to same thing sooh well good video every time I see the video for the new truck I remember how good the old one was oh well
Would you run an ultra marathon over 100km in these or pick something with more padding. I love these low padded zero drop shoes but I am not sure if I should use it for further that 100km?
I'd probably go more padded, but I'm not an ultra guy. However, with that type of activity your durability is huge and if you're not acclimated to more minimalist shoes then you might get pretty beat up with em', imo! This is speaking from my other ultra friends who swap shoes and typically opt for more cushioned shoes for races.
hi can you recommend a pair of shoes that are durable, can go on both road and trail off-road, but can be dry quickly, kind of like travel shoes? Because it's either really hot, humid or downpour rain at my place, so the shoes has to be submerge in water sometimes. MERRELL TRAIL GLOVE 7 almost fits all my conditions but like in your video said, it didn't fit well on concrete or road.
IMO, these are still worth trying if you can find them for a good price. You might also want to look into models like the Altra Lone Peak line (these are traditional trail shoes, not minimalist FYI), Vivobarefoot Primus Trail Knit FG, and Xero Shoes Mesa Trail!
Do you have your Trail Glove 7 in the same size as your Altra Lone Peak 7? My experience with Altra Lone Peak 7 is very similar to what you described in your review.
Well... guess I'm buying these too. They seem like the perfect minimalist shoe for basketball. If they're amazing basketball shoes I'll probably only use them for basketball to minimise traction wear & tear. Thanks for the recommendation.
@@thatfitfriend For sure! Once I find a barefoot shoe good for basketball I'll be jumping for joy. The Trail Glove 7's look promising since the traction looks solid, proper laces and 14mm sole/bottom.
They just arrived in the mail! Good news is the shoes look and feel exactly how I'd hoped... the bad news is they're too long and I need to go down a size.
Can you review the Merrell “Wrapt Mid Waterproof” barefoot shoe? please.(the low top version would be fine as well). Also can you review the Xero Shoes Kelso(leather). I have actually used that shoe to train HIIT workouts, and am really interested in your take and output on them. I find them plush and extremely comfortable to workout in. Currently I am using a pair of Vivobarefoot Stealth III(3) to train in, but thanks to your amazing videos, I have the Avancus Apex Power 1.5 s on my list to workout in.(once they restock) I will also be checking out the Icarus Ascent 2. Thank you for all your barefoot shoe review videos. I will use your links on my next barefoot shoe purchases, if available.
I've reviewed the Kelso on my site! I like them. They're a bit bulky for me, but that's just personal preference. I'll add the Merrell model to my list. That's awesome, love hearing that - and thank you so much! It helps the channel a ton.
Maybe some of my favorite shoes ever but the grip wears off so much faster than other brands. They’re cheap but be prepared to replace them relatively often.
@@thatfitfriend and I don’t care! I’ve yet to find shoes that are more comfortable. I have the Vapor gloves as well for every day. They hold up a little better. Next to comfort these merrel barefoot shoes also excel in drying. I can walk through pretty bad rainy days with these and they hold up really well. With a pair of good moisture wicking socks you can spend a fair amount of time outside for several days and these keep up. I prefer these kinds of really fast drying shoes over anything goretex because we all know how does hold up once they’re wet. Spend a few weeks in a high humidity climate and you’ll know what you’ll need from your shoes.
Likely the same, but I haven't tried them. Typically, the GORE-TEX iterations will perform a little better in the elements. For ex, my Peg Trail GORE-TEX are wayyyy better than the normie for wet trails!
Yeah, the defining of "barefoot shoes" needs to be better across the board, tbh. Feel like so many companies call shoes "barefoot shoes" and it's not even close, for example flux does that, too
These shoes are brilliant in you have bunions !!! My 17 year old swears by them. Feet and knees feeling much better the men’s ones are nice and wide for women!!!
I bought these when they first came out. Don't buy them at all. The soles wear through in about 3 months and then the laces holes start tearing on the inside on about 6 months. Merrill wouldn't replace them. I stopped buying Merrill
Eh, compare it to traditional trail shoes and it feels minimalist. Plus, minimalist shoes exist on a spectrum, IMO. Sure, it’s not as hardo as some barefoot shoes which I mention, though, so it’s an in-betweener. If you want to make up a term for it, go for it.
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Awesome review, I really like how you structured the video and the different aspect you talked about.
Just got my pair today and really enjoy them so far. I am new to the barefoot/minimalist game, bought some cheap shoes to test the overall feel of shoes in that genre and absolutely love it. However, since I am going on a hiking-vacation in August, I too think these are great as something in between for somebody who hasn’t worn ”ultra minimalist“ shoes a lot yet but wants to safely & slowly transition to a more barefoot feel when going on longer walks, day trips etc.
I can’t wait to wear them on a trail, your review gave me the confidence that I chose the right shoe model to do so!
Ayyy, love hearing that and thank you for taking the time to share your experiences! Stoked they've been working well for you.
I have a pair of these and I agree with pretty much everything in the review. I’ve worn them everyday for 9 months for everything from daily wear, trail running and parkour and the lugs are nearly gone on the forefoot. This being said, I’m still happy with how long they’ve lasted.
I really like these and have ordered a pair of the Gore-Tex model to replace them
Stoked this aligns with your experiences!
Let me know how you like the Gore-Tex model, amigo!
I got these as a very compact second shoe for travel. I’m hoping that they can perform well enough for hiking, walking, hotel gym work while not taking up a lot of space.
Have found that Merrell trail gloves have been good for SwimRun races as they are good for trail running, and drain well after swims. The vibram sole provides adequate support.
Love to hear it!
Just bought these, very happy with them. For sizing I went a full size smaller than my shoe size. I had previously bought a different Merrell shoe and followed the 1/2 size lower guidance. It felt roomy, so I tried a full size lower on the Vapor. It worked out fine. I have narrow feet (D width) and high arches.
Love that! Thank you for sharing
Good review my man! I love this type of shoe for days when these 63 year old running feet are a bit roughed up. I typically use NB minimus trainer or Altras gym shoe, but theses soles will do me better once I hit the trails with my training partner, Buckley, my dog, what a beast. Hope they don’t make these for him!
Thank you! Haha, hell yeah, few things compare to the joy of hitting some trails with the pup.
We are usually a women’s 9 but got a men’s 8 and it’s perfect thumb width at end and great for troubled feet. Strengthening the toes for good balance
My first-ever barefoot shoes I got two weeks ago, the Vapor Glove 5, are the best shoes I've ever worn. I'm considering getting a different barefoot pair for the northeastern winter, maybe these Trail Gloves 7s.
I'm mid-50s male, decided to quit biking altogether and switch to walking for a while (prior was rolling 50-75 miles a week) to see what it would do for my yoga (fairly advanced). Now I'm walking 2 miles to get to the space and usually more going back, and my legs are stronger, my feet are happier than they've ever been, and the pain in my knees is becoming a fading memory. Also my posture when walking now, holy cow!
I don't wear socks with the Vapors, but I intend to do so once the chill sets in, and I also want something with a bit more water protection (I currently use a pair of padded waterproof Columbia Crestwoods for rainy days). The fact that there's more distance from the ground with the Trail Gloves than the Vapors would seem to make them a better fit for winter. Or is there some other brand with a decent price you'd recommend.
Much appreciation for the review and the work you do.
I bought my first back in 2019, my second, Trail Glove 5s, IIRC, in 2021. Used them daily, mostly on pavement and concrete, city walking, and both have lasted over 2 years. I still have the pair from 2019, just the toe of the sole on one is starting to flop (need some shoegoo), so they have been relegated to chores and boat sizes.
Im in the market for a shoe for walking a lot (camino de santiago) doing short hikes and stuff, not very technical terrain just tyipcal hiking, I found these at 111€. What do you think?
Should be fine and not a bad deal, imo!
@@thatfitfriend good to hear, gess I have new shoes haha, thank you!
These work well as a pull on shoe, really like that, however I do need to pinch the heel cuff pretty well to do this. So I've sewn a strip of 4mm chord over it near the top, at the back, which makes gripping it much easier now.
Everyday shoe for sure!!
Stoked you’re liking them!
Got these shoes for daily dogs walked on a light forest trail. The tred "lugs" have worn smooth on large sections after only 2 months.
This means they are now slippery.
2 months, and they're knackered 😢
Should be able to get a new pair, that seems wayyyyyyy too fast
whats your weight? im 66kg and my boots looks factory new after 3 months of using daily
I wish they made some wider because I love them but they’re definitely narrow. Nothing wide about them
Can these shoes be used for long cycling trips? I use platformpedals and try to put the arch of my foot on the pedal (instead of the front of the foot). I suffer from Morton's neuroma
I think they’d be okay, but it’s tough to say definitively from my POV since you’re working with a very specific context and I haven’t experienced that.
The sole should grip fine, though
Another helpful review. Thanks!
Stoked you liked this one! 🤝
How about the water resistant (I.e. city walking during winter time in the Middle East?)
Eh, won't be the best and you'll want to weather proof them if that's a massive ask for you. If it's just damp you'll be okay, but these won't be your best puddle jumpers.
I've got these as a middle ground between a barefoot shoe and a trail shoe. I use proper barefoot zeros day to day but want a slightly more supportive shoe for trail running.
That’s the category where I put and use them, too!
Thanks for the thorough review. Any idea how many miles can this one last on road? I saw on Reddit people swear that their Trail Golve 4s lasts more than 1500 miles.
Mine have held up well, I'm not sure how many miles I've put into them. The folks of Reddit only using this shoe will def have a better scope on them than me in the lens of maximal mileage thresholds!
I'd proceed with them. They tend to be solid
What vivobarefoot would be comparable to this shoe? I had merrell trail glove 7 but i found the sole to be very slippery on slick rocks. I like the grip of my vivo magna lite.
The Magnas are dope, Trail Knit FG is also okay.
You'll have a different feel in both compared to this, though. Ground feel will be a lot higher in the Vivo models!
really awesome review. is this much more durable then the Altera Lone Pine? They should make a high top of this shoes and vapor glove. that would give protection to ankle from getting cut up. by the way, is it easy to put crampons on these shoes?
Thank you for your review. The mention of the lug wearing down quick for everyday wear was useful. Im looking for barefoot shoes suitable for a nurse, so really long shifts on my feet. Tried the vapour gloves but i felt they were a bit too bare and not enough cushioning for 12 hours on my feet. Would you have any to recommend? Thank you!
Tbh, if you’re indoors I wouldn’t sweat the lug concern. That’s primarily for outdoor concrete use so in your context these should be okay!
Want to give these a try and let me know if they work/don’t work? Then I can shout other options from there!
the lug wear was a huge tip for me. what do you recommend for barefoot or barefoot adjacent that can be full spectrum concrete and trail use?
The Vivobarefoot Primus Trail Knit FG has been solid for me so far. Also, the Trail Glove 7s can work for the record - just depends on your volume!
Quick question my friend :) i used Vapor Glove lunaleather 3 for 2 years and Wrapt model in the winter and i was like ok no problem for me and feels good. Both. And now im struggling between trail glove 7 and vapor glove 6. Any advice ? Ps. Maybe i would have thicker sole but not much.
Trail Glove if you want a bit more midsole! Think you'll like them based on what you're coming from!
Hi, I bought these shoes and they turned out to be too narrow for my feet... Any suggestions what a comparable but wider shoe would be? I really like those Merrells, they look nice, they feel nice, if they just were a bit wider..
You might want to look into the Xero Shoes trail models or the Vivobarefoot Trail Knit FG. The models from both of those companies work well!
@@thatfitfriend Many thanks for the suggestions. will give them a try. Cheers.
@@krzychood keep me posted!
@@thatfitfriend I've ordered a pair of Xero Shoes HFS, size 47 (had 48 from Merrell) and they're looking good. They just arrived today so I can't say much more but so far they fit my feet (lol) way better, have more spacing for the toes for sure and the shoe quality/feeling/finish is really good as well. I don't know, my feet are not flat but I need a lot of space for my toes, which made me always buy shoes 1-2 sizes bigger than what my foot length would suggest. With these HFSs, toe spacing is right on the edge for me. I wouldn't mind more but it's still tolerable. Anyway, so far I'm optimistic, will be able to tell more after a couple of runs in them.
@@krzychood awesome! Love to hear that!
Do these feel noticeably narrower than the vapor glove 6? I have those and don't think they're super narrow. It looks like basically the same shoe with more stack height.
Not crazy narrower, imo. Both fit my E/EE feet just fine
Don't care about the barefoot for running or hiking, but looking for a flat shoe with a wide toe box to increase squat stability under heavier weight. Would this be okay?
I think they'd be worth exploring! The Vapor Glove can also work here along with other barefoot shoes if you want something more minimalist with a wider toe box.
No, they suck for heavy squats. The toe box is mid. If you wanna squat in minimalist shoes get something more flat and wider toe box.
@@Darky_McDarkface drop some options for the homie based on your opinion, Brah!
Try whittin barefoot shoes, there very comfortable and cheap but last really long . This guy's a dipshit
can you tell me what are the best nike/adidas shoes under 90 dollars that are responsive, have a outsole which isn't slippy, aren't too heavy?
What is the mesh upper like for keeping out sand/mud/small debris ?
Does a decent job, honestly. If it's super fine dirt then some can get in, but in that case, you'll want to find something with a more built-out membrane!
Hi! I'm interested in buying these shoes or the Vapor Glove 6... I can't decide between them 🙈 Which one would you recommend me? I would use them for training and walking, mostly. I have been using Saguaro for training since almost two years 😊
If you want a little more midsole and cushion, go with these. If you want as much ground feel as possible, go Glove 6! I'd choose based on that
Love that grip.
Jake! Tell us you got the GoRuck Rough Runners on your radar.
They're coming this week :)
Are they good for running in the City? For training CrossFit? Thank you!
Running, yeah, they should be fine. For most WODs, they'll be good!
Jake, do you have 6th generation? How is fit of 6th and 7 compared? I find 5th gen is best fit so far, and 6th bit short and narrow
It’s a similarish fit than the 6, but it does feel a little better with its width, imo. I think that’s why some folks are annoyed at this model. Def worth trying them on at an REI if possible!
@@thatfitfriend We mean a little bit wider in the front than the 6?
@@webmarketing40 yep, at forefoot! Think it’s due to the upper and how it’s broken in
Does this shoe dry quick fairly quick? Looking for a minimalist shoe to day hike in with lots of water crossings. Just want them to be dry the next day.
Yeah, pretty quick!
Take out their insoles and place them in a dry setting and you should be okay
I don’t understand why I just have the trunk of model two those were gray but they keep putting this our support in. I would say either make the shoe not zero drop anymore because you know zero drop shoe has no to spring, so how it really propels your foot forward is through the arch using your arches of spring, and, I hear so many people say that they they get pain in their arch on a zero drop shoe and I told him the same thing all the time just to go find the zero drop shoe that has no arch support and soon as they do, they said it all goes away. They are running faster. Everything works, but I think the things that if you’re gonna make it a zero drop shoe make it with no art support if you’re gonna make it a normal shoe for 68 mm drop with a toast spring and everything else and just do that with an art support because then you don’t need an arch cause you are just disengaged my opinion, but I hear a lot of people telling me to same thing sooh well good video every time I see the video for the new truck I remember how good the old one was oh well
Would you run an ultra marathon over 100km in these or pick something with more padding. I love these low padded zero drop shoes but I am not sure if I should use it for further that 100km?
I'd probably go more padded, but I'm not an ultra guy. However, with that type of activity your durability is huge and if you're not acclimated to more minimalist shoes then you might get pretty beat up with em', imo!
This is speaking from my other ultra friends who swap shoes and typically opt for more cushioned shoes for races.
@thatfitfriend thanks for the advice appreciate it
hi can you recommend a pair of shoes that are durable, can go on both road and trail off-road, but can be dry quickly, kind of like travel shoes? Because it's either really hot, humid or downpour rain at my place, so the shoes has to be submerge in water sometimes. MERRELL TRAIL GLOVE 7 almost fits all my conditions but like in your video said, it didn't fit well on concrete or road.
IMO, these are still worth trying if you can find them for a good price.
You might also want to look into models like the Altra Lone Peak line (these are traditional trail shoes, not minimalist FYI), Vivobarefoot Primus Trail Knit FG, and Xero Shoes Mesa Trail!
Whitin barefoot shoes work and are really cheap
Do you have your Trail Glove 7 in the same size as your Altra Lone Peak 7? My experience with Altra Lone Peak 7 is very similar to what you described in your review.
I do size them the same. You’ll have less length but it’s not alarmingly tight, imo.
Such a bummer with the lone peaks
@@thatfitfriend Thanks for the quick reply! Sizing is always tricky when buying online. I'll be trying out Trail Glove 7 if I can find a good deal!
Well... guess I'm buying these too. They seem like the perfect minimalist shoe for basketball. If they're amazing basketball shoes I'll probably only use them for basketball to minimise traction wear & tear. Thanks for the recommendation.
Haha, once again, keep me posted, dude! It’s fun learning what hits for you & what doesn’t. Makes for better future recs!
@@thatfitfriend For sure! Once I find a barefoot shoe good for basketball I'll be jumping for joy. The Trail Glove 7's look promising since the traction looks solid, proper laces and 14mm sole/bottom.
They just arrived in the mail! Good news is the shoes look and feel exactly how I'd hoped... the bad news is they're too long and I need to go down a size.
@@lukekoletsios3236 ayyy and that’s interesting! Even with socks on?
@@thatfitfriend Yeah the top of my big toe was a good 2cm from the top. I'm usually US13 in Nike's so I probably should've known to go for a 12
Dear jack! Would you recommend it over Vivo primus trail knit?
Depends what you're after! If you want a bit more midsole and foot protection, then yes. If not, then both would work and I'd go with price point!
great and informative video, i watched it before buying them , maybe i will later tell you how they worked for me :p
Woo! Do it 💪
Thank you for such a good review. Convinced!
Stoked it helped! Let me know how you like them.
@@thatfitfriend already did. And tried them. They were great. Wet rocky route and they were great
@@MrSkiPR heck yeah, love to hear that!
Jake = GOAT Reviewer!
Made my day!
Can you review the Merrell “Wrapt Mid Waterproof” barefoot shoe? please.(the low top version would be fine as well). Also can you review the Xero Shoes Kelso(leather). I have actually used that shoe to train HIIT workouts, and am really interested in your take and output on them. I find them plush and extremely comfortable to workout in. Currently I am using a pair of Vivobarefoot Stealth III(3) to train in, but thanks to your amazing videos, I have the Avancus Apex Power 1.5 s on my list to workout in.(once they restock) I will also be checking out the Icarus Ascent 2. Thank you for all your barefoot shoe review videos. I will use your links on my next barefoot shoe purchases, if available.
I've reviewed the Kelso on my site! I like them. They're a bit bulky for me, but that's just personal preference. I'll add the Merrell model to my list.
That's awesome, love hearing that - and thank you so much! It helps the channel a ton.
Maybe some of my favorite shoes ever but the grip wears off so much faster than other brands. They’re cheap but be prepared to replace them relatively often.
Feel that - the skinny lugs be lacking
@@thatfitfriend and I don’t care! I’ve yet to find shoes that are more comfortable. I have the Vapor gloves as well for every day. They hold up a little better. Next to comfort these merrel barefoot shoes also excel in drying. I can walk through pretty bad rainy days with these and they hold up really well. With a pair of good moisture wicking socks you can spend a fair amount of time outside for several days and these keep up. I prefer these kinds of really fast drying shoes over anything goretex because we all know how does hold up once they’re wet.
Spend a few weeks in a high humidity climate and you’ll know what you’ll need from your shoes.
Do you think the GORE-TEX(waterproof version) is pretty much the same? Or do you think it's better/worse?
Likely the same, but I haven't tried them. Typically, the GORE-TEX iterations will perform a little better in the elements. For ex, my Peg Trail GORE-TEX are wayyyy better than the normie for wet trails!
I wish the toe box a little bit wider
I feel ya
I run on dirt/gravel back roads my runners hurt my feet, would these be better ? Thanks
Potentially! That's a multifactorial ask, though, so it's impossible to say definitively without a lot more context.
14mm stack height isn't even close to a barefoot shoe. The TG used to be so good. Now it's embarrassing.
Yeah, the defining of "barefoot shoes" needs to be better across the board, tbh. Feel like so many companies call shoes "barefoot shoes" and it's not even close, for example flux does that, too
These shoes are brilliant in you have bunions !!! My 17 year old swears by them. Feet and knees feeling much better the men’s ones are nice and wide for women!!!
They’re a solid shoe! Thank you for sharing
Good job
Thank you!
Ive walked a week on concrete with these and the thread is gone xD
Skinny lug problems
I bought these when they first came out. Don't buy them at all. The soles wear through in about 3 months and then the laces holes start tearing on the inside on about 6 months. Merrill wouldn't replace them. I stopped buying Merrill
Bummed to hear. Merrell and Altra have both been mad dodgy with long term durability these days, I feel
@@thatfitfriend the 2's are where it's at. Still have my original pair and wear them 6 years later
Love that - older models were so dang good.
Feel like so many new models quality keep going down ffs
Junk. Merrell charges a premium for an inferior quality product. They have poor quality control. You and your feet deserve better. Avoid Merrell.
Someone got burned 😬 This is most big companies these days, unfortunately.
How is 14mm even considered a minimalist shoe? 🤔🤔
Eh, compare it to traditional trail shoes and it feels minimalist. Plus, minimalist shoes exist on a spectrum, IMO.
Sure, it’s not as hardo as some barefoot shoes which I mention, though, so it’s an in-betweener. If you want to make up a term for it, go for it.
Its minimal compared to 30 + mm of nikes with 10 mm drop/ high heels lol
@@slavasss2189 exactly, always exists on a spectrum.
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14/6.
Wot
@@thatfitfriend mental note.
The shoe smells really chemical.