My first impression of the new vibram furoshiki minimalist barefoot shoe concept. Very innovative and cool, but not very practical due to the thin material.
A few vital points here. These shoes are designed for a specific purpose, so if you don't want to use them for that purpose, then you aren't going to be happy with them. They are designed to be as close as possible to wearing no shoe, to dry as quickly as possible if they get wet, but to have a really grippy sole and to pack away very small. They aren't going to do all things for all people. This guy is trying these on with SOCKS! So, straight off, his foot is going to slip around in the shoe... They are also designed to be adjustable fit. His feet are narrow, so he looks like he needs to tighten them up on the velcro, but he says he doesn't want to... well for a start, he is on a loser for fit. (Note he did one up the other way around to the other, btw...) I have a pair exactly the same as this. I can't pull my heels off like he does for a start and I myself have narrow feet and narrow heels! The depth of sole is the same on the heel as the rest of the sole, so I don't know what he is talking about for that one. I find they fit my feet well, I just adjust the velcro slightly to where it fits well. The toes can move well in them, yes, but when you walk in them, they don't slop around, they are actually pretty stable, even when wearing socks - as long as you get the fit right. If I wanted to run for a bus, I could, but they aren't designed as a running shoe! If you want to run, buy a version designed for running as they would be better. Yes, the fabric is thin - they aren't designed to be impervious to rain, but to dry quickly if wet. NOTE I can even wear orthotics in these if I want, there is room and they work fine and hold in place. All in all, at a sensible price and if you want them for what they are designed to do, they are quite innovative, are very comfortable and have a superb grip. They don't look cheap to me and I like them.
Alvaro Flores I can back both of you up. These shoes are great I have three pairs and wear a pair everyday The most st comfortable thing on my feet ever and no slipping or sliding anywhere
Thanks for the mention of orthotics! I've got a fallen arch I need to wear inserts for and my normal vibrams with them are OK but not great (3/4 length insert) and rub my heel now. I was looking for something similar for just walking around and leaving my five fingers for gym and treadmill time. 😊
so those that are saying save your money must not have had vibrams before. I owned 6 pairs of five fingers and each one had a purpose. second there isnt supposed to be any support at all in these type of shoes the point is to be as bare foot as a possible with out having to break shoe laws. So for those that are asking for padding then get a shoe with padding. Bare foot shoes is a lifestyle not a fashion statement. So before you trash the company on shoes first educate yourself in the art of bare foot living. Its supposed to hurt you've been wearing heavily padded shoes all your life. I will buy 6 more vibram products because I like being a minimalist shoe wearer and love the benefits it provides for me. Yes these are pricey for what they are. I bought a pair of these furos and I love it. I paid Half of the asking price online. but its retail and its also called supply and demand.
Jose Burgos YES! Barefooting! It's a lifestyle, not just a shoe or lack of one. I would wear flip flops year round but now, there's a dangerous, impractical shoe, meant only for poolside, beaches, and locker rooms. This shoe does so much more!
Mine just arrived. I was equally disappointed until I took my socks off. Without socks they became way more stable. I still prefer my fivefingers though.
I just bought these! I’ve been wanting to try to be barefoot or as close to barefoot as possible! I walk dogs all day! 3-7mi a day is hard on bare feet. These are a nice compromise because they protect my feet from painful things like the chestnuts, walnuts, and other falling things during this autumn season. They still make me feet hot, but I’m super sensitive to anything covering my feet; they don’t make me any hotter than wearing another shoe. I wear them without socks, and they do not slip around on my skin anywhere on my foot! I measured my feet before ordering. I’ve walked in these for a week so far! And yes! I can run in them if running in the correct forefoot strike style! I still prefer to be barefoot due to my overheating issues, and love feeling the energies of Earth flow. I’m thinking to buy a second pair soon that are all black as j got a navy and white pair. Awesome product!!
@@fjhaydn6047 I love them. I've bought about 3 pair already. The thing is the soul is going to where out faster than a more traditional shoe because the soul is not as thick. They make up for it in application though. I hate bulky shoes lol.
Firstly thanks for your review. However I must point out a few things. 1) This shoe is not designed for sport only leisure and travel 2) The material has been carefully chosen so it conforms to any foot shape and is not as you said intended to support but actually the very opposite 3) bearing 2 in mind if you have a broad foot then the rubber panels fold over from the side and become part of the sole. 4) Agreed there are some minor flaws. Vibram are innovative and take a completely unique approach to footwear. That said watch this space for more developments next year.
excellent review especially in the detail you offer with regards to the softness and stretchiness of the material. It's apparently designed for a casual walking shoe, basically a sock you can wear outdoors but any lateral movements and you'll slide within the shoe.
They are for specific uses. You can use them in the rain, out doors, indoors, beaches, etc etc. they are minimalist wear and are meant to be that way. I'm waiting for mine to arrive to do my own review but as far as I saw here your opinions for cons aren't so con for certain people.
Interesting... Thanks for making this! I was thinking that the design of these might solve my usual shoe shopping issues of "can't find something that feels comfy out of 100 shoes" because of the wrap around. But the over-flexibility and practically no waterproofing makes me think these may not quite be the solution I was hoping for. I "guess" you could go without socks and just tolerate the water soakage issue, but if your foot slides around or even comes off the heel repeatedly, it may cause blisters or wear out really fast.
Thank you so much for this. I love minimal shoes and just came across these today on Amazon but there were no reviews. I was specifically wondering how much support there was. You do at least want your foot to stay in the shoe.
I think they are designed mostly for comfort and for people that like to walk around barefoot during summer, for the beach and for casual walking around they seem good.
also love the design and the idea! I'll wait for the next model though. Needs to be zero drop (same thickness at front and at heel) of course. I'm sure they'll work on these flaws and make a very perfect running minimalist shoe
Check the lady above, or Google them. There is supposed to be no drop and this guy doesn't know what he's talking about or what he's doing. I don't even own these but I'm shopping them and trying to figure out if there is any quality issues before I go ahead and pay that much for a summer shoe. Trying to get away from flip flops as they are really bad for foot mechanics since you're unnaturally gripping the tow all the time
great shoes, about to buy my second pair! i use them for EVERYTHING, and once you wear these, you won't be going back to regular foot prisons. Also i wear socks in these cause otherwise my foot gets sweaty & it starts moving around inside these shoes. - There's a simple way to decide if you'll like them or not.. the question is, do you like walking barefoot?
@@alanespaguetiis2460 I wore my first pair on a daily basis and not only for exercising, the tread lasted close to a year i'd say (about the same as my Chuck taylor converse lasted me, and i never even ran in them). My second pair i only use for running these days because i don't want to spend that much money so often :) but if i could afford it, i'd wear these all the time. They're still my go-to running shoe and i don't see it changing anytime soon.. or perhaps ever !
Just got mine today. I’ve only worn Vibram fivefingers so I know how they’re suppose to fit. I’m currently wearing my furoshiki and I’m not sure if I ordered the right size. My pinky toes are sticking out on the sides a little bit.
5 fingers were so uncomfortable for me. I ordered them online so maybe it was just incorrect size. My little toe felt like it was being stretched too far out and it hurt to walk. Nearly bought a pair of these but you saved me some money when you showed that you can't run in them
not that it matters because I saw that you have since returned them but I also think the straps we're on opposite. like the bottom one actually goes over the top. I don't know how big of a difference it would make but...... interesting idea. thanks for the video 😁
i just got mine, love them.. i have worn vivobarefoot for the last year.. i love them also these however are even more free. not as minimal in the sole, vivobarefoot feels like thin cardboard, which is nice and thin... which i like these feel a bit more thick, more protected... i do not have your issues, my foot does not slip forward and my heel is night a snug / tight / comfortable. your review is nearly a year ago so maybe they have resolved your issues
Germans put any shoes, even sandals and slippers with socks lol. And this guy expects these shoes to perform like boots. These shoes are made to give a barefoot sensation. This guy is completely off topic with his review.
Hello, Vegan Simplicity! I love this video so much, because I was looking into buying these shoes as well. It is very informative and I [as well as many others] am happy you have shared this. In order to get more people to watch your video I encourage you to check the CC (closed captioning) script because it seems to be giving the wrong words. For an example 40 seconds into the video it says that ". . . you're in your own food" whereas it should read that "you're in your own foot". There are also other mistakes that can easily be fixed for the 360 million people who rely on CC to better understand the videos. Thanks for reading and taking action. Keep on giving great reviews.
I just checked. Unfortunately there's no way to edit the CC it seems. I can only upload new ones but that's what I did in the first place and they where correct before.
Uber expensive Yoga shoes. Stuff can get caught in the front of the shoes (fish's mouth shaped) when you walk outdoors. I'm pretty sure they will have a better version in a few years from now. Thanks for your review!
It does not offer lateral support. You cannot run in them because they do not offer cushioning. All the shock takes over the heel. These are just some very expensive beach shoes.
I use 5Fingers and all in for new designs and ideas. The ad was full of cringe and I am glad I watched this review before spending money on it. Vibram has these cool ideas with "half hearted" executions.
I just got mine today, and ordered a M (usually I'm a 41-42), but I think they are too big. Wanted to use them for outdoor running too, so they have to fit tightly. I'll give S a chance before giving up :)
I actually called the shop where I ordered them from (www.bornbarefoot.no), and they told me that these shoes are not for running at all. Just for wearing casually.
Would have been good to see you put them on. But yeah I was thinking of some footwear for Taekwondo in winter that's very lightweight as the sports shoes are still too bulky, but after watching this it may not be that practical
thnak you so much for your honest review...I am personaly wearing vivobarefoot shoes but I wanted to try someting different like different brand but now i know i am not going to buy this one .. V :) thank you
Are you planning on trying the newer ones? Considering they are advertising them as "winter" they must have some that are thicker material, ntm the ones you have look nothing like the new ones, and I don't mean just a "advertising vs reality" type thing.
30 seconds in, you are wearing socks... you really dont understand what you have put on he? So this video is disqualified as a proper "honest" review....
You mentioned sitting in Seiza. Would you recommend as a martial arts shoe or does the slipping and loose heel box become too much of a problem? Do you think it would grip the mat too much for the base leg during kicks?
"complete fail as running shoes" ... no! take off your socks -.- Your bare foot is THE best "running shoe" that has been optimized over thousands of years: trial and error (yeah, those with bad mutation died because no mobility) :/ BUT that gives us today a pretty bad as*-tool> bare foot. The support btw. comes from your muscles and tennons etc. BUT you need to build those SLOWLZ. Also you can run on street, but those are also not much good ... so if you want cushion: run in the forest, that ground with trained feet will give you everything.
did you only try them with socks on? my 5 fingers feel a bit "slippery" when i have socks but become a second skin without socks so just wondering. plus the material is thin for breathability not warmth so you can't be mad at that. its like hating on sandles for not being warm in the winter, its not what its designed for.
I've tried them barefoot, the sole however doesn't feel as "sticky" from the inside as the FiveFingers. I'm not mad or anything and temperature isn"t really a concern, because you have the winter collection coming up after all. But the thin material pays a big factor in the slipping of the foot and overall instability of the shoe. What good is a shoe if you feel like you'll loose it any step?
They are great for deadlifting but that's about it. Not good if you're jumping or running. For martial arts, just grab a pair of kung-fu slippers for 10 bucks.
Did I understand it right. Besides material thickness the main deficit of the shoe is not supporting natural middle to front foot walking. Instead it makes you walk on the heels? But the minimalist style makes you want it to be the other way around?
Pretty much. The stretchy and thin material makes it so that your shoe slides around while running, twisting or turning. So in order to walk without a heel strike, you'd have to be conscious with every step and don't go too fast.
+vegan physical therapist Allright, thanks for doing the video about it. (Featured in Core77 article) I hope you make the makers aware of it, would love to see more and improved shoes in this style.
You're welcome! And thanks for the featuring! I also really like the innovative design. I hope their winter collection (coming in September) will be improved.
So glad to hear that you're feeling better in them! They're probably still better than normal shoes when it comes to spinal alignment and muscle development! Did you wear other barefoot shoes before?
I guess I can save my $120. I was considering these for travel. I thought that they would be very convenient for passing through security checkpoints where I have to remove my shoes and put them back on rather quickly. Thank you for the review.
If you want them solely for the purpose of passing through security and comfort whilst flying, these are perfect! However it's a steep price for a shoe that will probably be annoying to wear in everyday life because of the sliding.
+vegan PT I appreciate your detailed review. This is the thing that sours me with retailers. 😒 They make the product look more durable, so that consumers will make the purchase, then the merchandise is NOTHING like what is advertise in the commercials. 😳 There is no way that these shoes can withstand all of the activity portrayed in the commercials. What false advertisement. 😟 I cannot run through the airport with these, I stand the chance of stubbing a toe or twisting my ankle if I pivot the wrong way and my foot slides. These are a pair of expensive bath slippers. 😕 Thank you again for being thorough and honest. Cheers.
Well, it seems the perfect shoes to carry at work when i need to bring them while biking to work! :), on the other hand, 10 euro shoe from Decathlon is also light and thin, will prob do for 1/10 of the price,,,just not so cool!
Precies daarvoor heb ik ze dus ook gekocht. Ik fiets naar de praktijk (ben fysiotherapeut) en heb mijn werkschoenen in de zadeltas. Deze schoenen zijn wel enorm licht (!) maar niet echt praktikabel als werkschoenen naar mijn ervaring.
Im looking for a light shoe i can wear after long days hiking that can be worn in water, occasionally wear as trail shoes to walk in and pack down quite small. These to me look like a good option, any thoughts?
They pack incredibly small, they are very lightweight, but your foot will slip around in them because the material is too stretchy. Won't ever wear these on a trail.
i've read some reviews complaining incorrect sizing when they ordered via amazon. im a 42-43 in the usual vibrams, so what size should i get the furos?
I bought two pairs initially and send back both of them. The one with correct sizing however fit the sole of my foot better. Except the tension of the velcro layers wasn't enough to keep it firm on my foot.
They're probably fine for those exercises as long as you don't do any running or jumping. You can however buy simple slippers like the kind powerlifters wear of kung fu shoes for a fraction of the price.
It’s a pass for me....I can just imagine my toes being tied & bunched up together instead of being splayed out seperate from each other as l like them in my Five Finger shoes or even in my vivo barefoots
i bet the velcro wears out. if they'd put a buckle for behind the heal it'd strap on more reliably, or at least x straps from the heal up before you wrap the fronts. that'll fix the heal falling off problem. material is way too thin, even at the front where its needed. i thought the rubber would prevent your foot from pushing through the front like a skeletal structure. good design. poor engineering. a few changes would make them better.
According to the video- the heel seems slightly thicker than the forefront- creating a natural inclination to strike the heel first when walking and running. In order to run correctly without padding, you need a forefront or midsole strike first. However, another reviewer said they had no problem with a forefoot strike. I do not have these shoes- but evidently love explaining things.
camordini just tried them yesterday to see what it was about. Actually no, the heel isn't thicker , I think he was talking about the toe thing , which want a problem for me either. Either way, because Ive been running in sandals for so long after I got too heavy to run barefoot(feet would get cut a lot, the ground I was running on wasn't exactly good for barefoot running) that my heels now hardly touch the ground. You should try these they're great
A few vital points here. These shoes are designed for a specific purpose, so if you don't want to use them for that purpose, then you aren't going to be happy with them. They are designed to be as close as possible to wearing no shoe, to dry as quickly as possible if they get wet, but to have a really grippy sole and to pack away very small. They aren't going to do all things for all people. This guy is trying these on with SOCKS! So, straight off, his foot is going to slip around in the shoe... They are also designed to be adjustable fit. His feet are narrow, so he looks like he needs to tighten them up on the velcro, but he says he doesn't want to... well for a start, he is on a loser for fit. (Note he did one up the other way around to the other, btw...)
I have a pair exactly the same as this. I can't pull my heels off like he does for a start and I myself have narrow feet and narrow heels! The depth of sole is the same on the heel as the rest of the sole, so I don't know what he is talking about for that one. I find they fit my feet well, I just adjust the velcro slightly to where it fits well. The toes can move well in them, yes, but when you walk in them, they don't slop around, they are actually pretty stable, even when wearing socks - as long as you get the fit right. If I wanted to run for a bus, I could, but they aren't designed as a running shoe! If you want to run, buy a version designed for running as they would be better.
Yes, the fabric is thin - they aren't designed to be impervious to rain, but to dry quickly if wet.
NOTE I can even wear orthotics in these if I want, there is room and they work fine and hold in place.
All in all, at a sensible price and if you want them for what they are designed to do, they are quite innovative, are very comfortable and have a superb grip. They don't look cheap to me and I like them.
Cath Colman, I agree, this video does not demonstrate all the cons he says e.g. before and after use of these shoes. Sorry but not a helpful video....
Alvaro Flores
I can back both of you up.
These shoes are great
I have three pairs and wear a pair everyday
The most st comfortable thing on my feet ever and no slipping or sliding anywhere
Thanks for the mention of orthotics! I've got a fallen arch I need to wear inserts for and my normal vibrams with them are OK but not great (3/4 length insert) and rub my heel now. I was looking for something similar for just walking around and leaving my five fingers for gym and treadmill time. 😊
Yuck, how can you wear shoes without socks? Those shoes and feet must smell ungodly.
Sam Porter, umm, no. And they are washable, which is much better than most other shoes.
so those that are saying save your money must not have had vibrams before. I owned 6 pairs of five fingers and each one had a purpose. second there isnt supposed to be any support at all in these type of shoes the point is to be as bare foot as a possible with out having to break shoe laws. So for those that are asking for padding then get a shoe with padding. Bare foot shoes is a lifestyle not a fashion statement. So before you trash the company on shoes first educate yourself in the art of bare foot living. Its supposed to hurt you've been wearing heavily padded shoes all your life. I will buy 6 more vibram products because I like being a minimalist shoe wearer and love the benefits it provides for me. Yes these are pricey for what they are. I bought a pair of these furos and I love it. I paid Half of the asking price online. but its retail and its also called supply and demand.
i've worn the same pair slip on vans for 10 years now… can climb mountains in them, not the torn shoes of course.
Jose Burgos jazz shoes work better...just as thin but better protection
Jose Burgos YES! Barefooting! It's a lifestyle, not just a shoe or lack of one. I would wear flip flops year round but now, there's a dangerous, impractical shoe, meant only for poolside, beaches, and locker rooms. This shoe does so much more!
jose/ what size you use for normal fivefinger shoes ? and what size you order for furoshiki
OMG. This is the only honest and practical review I found on youtube without all these ad bullsh*t. Thank you very much!
Mine just arrived. I was equally disappointed until I took my socks off. Without socks they became way more stable. I still prefer my fivefingers though.
Kian Mehrabi i think you dont need to wear socks
I just bought these! I’ve been wanting to try to be barefoot or as close to barefoot as possible! I walk dogs all day! 3-7mi a day is hard on bare feet. These are a nice compromise because they protect my feet from painful things like the chestnuts, walnuts, and other falling things during this autumn season. They still make me feet hot, but I’m super sensitive to anything covering my feet; they don’t make me any hotter than wearing another shoe. I wear them without socks, and they do not slip around on my skin anywhere on my foot! I measured my feet before ordering. I’ve walked in these for a week so far! And yes! I can run in them if running in the correct forefoot strike style! I still prefer to be barefoot due to my overheating issues, and love feeling the energies of Earth flow. I’m thinking to buy a second pair soon that are all black as j got a navy and white pair. Awesome product!!
I just got a pair. The shoes are absolutely fantastic.
From where?
@@kamalesh156 eBay!
Thanks 😊😊
@@siccens6168 How long did the shoes last? Any regrets now?
@@fjhaydn6047 I love them. I've bought about 3 pair already. The thing is the soul is going to where out faster than a more traditional shoe because the soul is not as thick. They make up for it in application though. I hate bulky shoes lol.
All I need them to do, is make it LOOK like I'm wearing a shoe
If expectations were for sandals instead of active shoes, would these excel over the average sandals?
Firstly thanks for your review. However I must point out a few things. 1) This shoe is not designed for sport only leisure and travel 2) The material has been carefully chosen so it conforms to any foot shape and is not as you said intended to support but actually the very opposite 3) bearing 2 in mind if you have a broad foot then the rubber panels fold over from the side and become part of the sole. 4) Agreed there are some minor flaws. Vibram are innovative and take a completely unique approach to footwear. That said watch this space for more developments next year.
excellent review especially in the detail you offer with regards to the softness and stretchiness of the material. It's apparently designed for a casual walking shoe, basically a sock you can wear outdoors but any lateral movements and you'll slide within the shoe.
Saved me some money...the adverts makes these shoes look so different than your review.
The thin material killed the deal for me.
You're right, the commercials make them look very different. Glad the video was of use to somebody!
+vegan simplicity I have a pair of FiveFingers See Ya that have lasted me for a few years switching back and forth between other pairs
+vegan simplicity I have a pair of FiveFingers See Ya that have lasted me for a few years switching back and forth between other pairs
NEMOSmokes24 I enjoy the fivefingers as well! Wear them everyday to work.
vegan simplicity can this be used as a water shoe. Protection of rocks and possibly spiky fish.
They are for specific uses. You can use them in the rain, out doors, indoors, beaches, etc etc. they are minimalist wear and are meant to be that way. I'm waiting for mine to arrive to do my own review but as far as I saw here your opinions for cons aren't so con for certain people.
Interesting... Thanks for making this! I was thinking that the design of these might solve my usual shoe shopping issues of "can't find something that feels comfy out of 100 shoes" because of the wrap around. But the over-flexibility and practically no waterproofing makes me think these may not quite be the solution I was hoping for. I "guess" you could go without socks and just tolerate the water soakage issue, but if your foot slides around or even comes off the heel repeatedly, it may cause blisters or wear out really fast.
Thank you so much for this. I love minimal shoes and just came across these today on Amazon but there were no reviews. I was specifically wondering how much support there was. You do at least want your foot to stay in the shoe.
I think they are designed mostly for comfort and for people that like to walk around barefoot during summer, for the beach and for casual walking around they seem good.
I was thinking furoshiki shoes are perfect for fencing, but, no. Thank you so much for the review! You saved me money! :)
also love the design and the idea! I'll wait for the next model though. Needs to be zero drop (same thickness at front and at heel) of course. I'm sure they'll work on these flaws and make a very perfect running minimalist shoe
just buy some ninja shoes...
Check the lady above, or Google them. There is supposed to be no drop and this guy doesn't know what he's talking about or what he's doing. I don't even own these but I'm shopping them and trying to figure out if there is any quality issues before I go ahead and pay that much for a summer shoe. Trying to get away from flip flops as they are really bad for foot mechanics since you're unnaturally gripping the tow all the time
Your not suppose to wear socks in these.
Asken154 gross
@@samporter9785 Not if these are breathable and washable... like socks. Do you find it's gross to wear sandals or slippers without socks too?
I prefer to wear thin socks with mine.
The best review of this shoe! Thank you!
Danke fuer das gute Video, tolle Beschreibung.
Reebok Classic Aqua shoes for $20 are like this shoe but are best for almost barefoot running for cool to hot weather running.
This is the goofiest review. Did you think they were leather thick sole running shoes when you bought them? 😂
How to tell people you know nothing about minimalistic shoe or barefoot running without telling them
Thank you for this, brother! You really helped me out with your comments on using it for workouts, saved me some major $$$ THANKS! :)
great shoes, about to buy my second pair! i use them for EVERYTHING, and once you wear these, you won't be going back to regular foot prisons. Also i wear socks in these cause otherwise my foot gets sweaty & it starts moving around inside these shoes. - There's a simple way to decide if you'll like them or not.. the question is, do you like walking barefoot?
Are u still using these? Do they Last long enough?
@@alanespaguetiis2460 I wore my first pair on a daily basis and not only for exercising, the tread lasted close to a year i'd say (about the same as my Chuck taylor converse lasted me, and i never even ran in them). My second pair i only use for running these days because i don't want to spend that much money so often :) but if i could afford it, i'd wear these all the time. They're still my go-to running shoe and i don't see it changing anytime soon.. or perhaps ever !
Just got mine today. I’ve only worn Vibram fivefingers so I know how they’re suppose to fit. I’m currently wearing my furoshiki and I’m not sure if I ordered the right size. My pinky toes are sticking out on the sides a little bit.
5 fingers were so uncomfortable for me. I ordered them online so maybe it was just incorrect size. My little toe felt like it was being stretched too far out and it hurt to walk. Nearly bought a pair of these but you saved me some money when you showed that you can't run in them
not that it matters because I saw that you have since returned them but I also think the straps we're on opposite. like the bottom one actually goes over the top. I don't know how big of a difference it would make but...... interesting idea. thanks for the video 😁
were* damn autocorrect
i just got mine, love them..
i have worn vivobarefoot for the last year.. i love them also
these however are even more free. not as minimal in the sole, vivobarefoot feels like thin cardboard, which is nice and thin... which i like
these feel a bit more thick, more protected...
i do not have your issues, my foot does not slip forward and my heel is night a snug / tight / comfortable.
your review is nearly a year ago so maybe they have resolved your issues
Lindsay Revell could I do yoga or piyo in these? I need traction but hate wearing shoes for this.
Vovobarefoot is my choise
Germans put any shoes, even sandals and slippers with socks lol. And this guy expects these shoes to perform like boots. These shoes are made to give a barefoot sensation. This guy is completely off topic with his review.
Hello, Vegan Simplicity! I love this video so much, because I was looking into buying these shoes as well. It is very informative and I [as well as many others] am happy you have shared this.
In order to get more people to watch your video I encourage you to check the CC (closed captioning) script because it seems to be giving the wrong words. For an example 40 seconds into the video it says that ". . . you're in your own food" whereas it should read that "you're in your own foot". There are also other mistakes that can easily be fixed for the 360 million people who rely on CC to better understand the videos.
Thanks for reading and taking action.
Keep on giving great reviews.
That's due to the autocorrect from TH-cam. I'll see if I can edit that somewhere. Thanks for the feedback! Very helpful.
I just checked. Unfortunately there's no way to edit the CC it seems. I can only upload new ones but that's what I did in the first place and they where correct before.
Uber expensive Yoga shoes. Stuff can get caught in the front of the shoes (fish's mouth shaped) when you walk outdoors. I'm pretty sure they will have a better version in a few years from now. Thanks for your review!
It does not offer lateral support. You cannot run in them because they do not offer cushioning. All the shock takes over the heel. These are just some very expensive beach shoes.
You can run barefoot. Simply barefoot runners learn to not slam their heels on the ground.
I use 5Fingers and all in for new designs and ideas.
The ad was full of cringe and I am glad I watched this review before spending money on it.
Vibram has these cool ideas with "half hearted" executions.
Great review, thanks for the heads up!
these look perfect for the beach!
Would these be good for slacklining? :)
Thank you for the honest review, it changed my mind.
Barefoot runners would probably love these
Will you be rejected at stores and restaurants? They look closer to a pair of socks than shoes.
excellent review, reveals the flaw
Thank you to have posted this honest review
Awesome review. Thank you for making this video!!
is it allowed or are you able to drive a car while wearing these shoes?
I just got mine today, and ordered a M (usually I'm a 41-42), but I think they are too big. Wanted to use them for outdoor running too, so they have to fit tightly. I'll give S a chance before giving up :)
I tried L and M and wasn't satisfied with the fit. Very gladly send them back and switched back to FiveFingers.
I actually called the shop where I ordered them from (www.bornbarefoot.no), and they told me that these shoes are not for running at all. Just for wearing casually.
I agree!
Thank you for your honesty..................
Maybe you should try a barefoot shoe barefoot. 😉
Would you recommend this for doing exercises that usually are done barefooted like yoga?
How would they be as house slippers
Thank you for your very detailed review.
Glad you liked it!
Thank you for your video. It changed my mind :)
thanks for your reveiw super helpful
Thanks, excellent review. I'll stick to my Merrel Vapor Gloves!
I think they should make them with neoprene (wet suit) material.
Katherine they do !both
Would have been good to see you put them on. But yeah I was thinking of some footwear for Taekwondo in winter that's very lightweight as the sports shoes are still too bulky, but after watching this it may not be that practical
Thank you very much! These dont seem as good for the gym as I thought they might be
thnak you so much for your honest review...I am personaly wearing vivobarefoot shoes but I wanted to try someting different like different brand but now i know i am not going to buy this one .. V :) thank you
Are you planning on trying the newer ones? Considering they are advertising them as "winter" they must have some that are thicker material, ntm the ones you have look nothing like the new ones, and I don't mean just a "advertising vs reality" type thing.
I'm intrigued. Maybe I will order a pair.
On the bottom--would you say that they can withstand lightly rocky ground/ gravel?
Ya, that is way to much foot slide for me. I will stick with my FiveFinger KSO's.
The FiveFingers feel way more stable and reactive. I sticked to them as well.
Me too. These shoes look to big for him.
Thanks for the heads up
Vibram, pronounce is Veeebram. Is an Italian company.
30 seconds in, you are wearing socks... you really dont understand what you have put on he?
So this video is disqualified as a proper "honest" review....
Well the idea is really to go barefooting is the healthiest Walk and Run at a Europeans you're just not hip to bare feet, so
You mentioned sitting in Seiza. Would you recommend as a martial arts shoe or does the slipping and loose heel box become too much of a problem? Do you think it would grip the mat too much for the base leg during kicks?
+MattP11 I think they're horrible for martial arts. I just go barefoot and tape my feet if the skin rips open
"complete fail as running shoes" ... no! take off your socks -.- Your bare foot is THE best "running shoe" that has been optimized over thousands of years: trial and error (yeah, those with bad mutation died because no mobility) :/ BUT that gives us today a pretty bad as*-tool> bare foot. The support btw. comes from your muscles and tennons etc. BUT you need to build those SLOWLZ. Also you can run on street, but those are also not much good ... so if you want cushion: run in the forest, that ground with trained feet will give you everything.
did you only try them with socks on? my 5 fingers feel a bit "slippery" when i have socks but become a second skin without socks so just wondering. plus the material is thin for breathability not warmth so you can't be mad at that. its like hating on sandles for not being warm in the winter, its not what its designed for.
I've tried them barefoot, the sole however doesn't feel as "sticky" from the inside as the FiveFingers.
I'm not mad or anything and temperature isn"t really a concern, because you have the winter collection coming up after all. But the thin material pays a big factor in the slipping of the foot and overall instability of the shoe. What good is a shoe if you feel like you'll loose it any step?
Hey, nice video! Do you think these shoes would be any good for martial arts and gym work? Cheers
They are great for deadlifting but that's about it. Not good if you're jumping or running. For martial arts, just grab a pair of kung-fu slippers for 10 bucks.
saved me my hard earned money. thank you.
Did I understand it right. Besides material thickness the main deficit of the shoe is not supporting natural middle to front foot walking. Instead it makes you walk on the heels? But the minimalist style makes you want it to be the other way around?
Pretty much. The stretchy and thin material makes it so that your shoe slides around while running, twisting or turning. So in order to walk without a heel strike, you'd have to be conscious with every step and don't go too fast.
+vegan physical therapist Allright, thanks for doing the video about it. (Featured in Core77 article) I hope you make the makers aware of it, would love to see more and improved shoes in this style.
You're welcome! And thanks for the featuring! I also really like the innovative design. I hope their winter collection (coming in September) will be improved.
I think you understood that wrong. It doesn't mimic a natural (forefoot or mid-foot) walk.
So glad to hear that you're feeling better in them! They're probably still better than normal shoes when it comes to spinal alignment and muscle development! Did you wear other barefoot shoes before?
Bro lift your foot when you take a step and then you may walk without your toes slipping forward
Looked for a shoe review - found a fellow Vegan channel - subbed ^____^
素材的に靴下を履いてると脱げやすそうですね:; 裸足で履けば良さそうですが、素材がツルツルなので蒸れそう..
やっぱりFive fingersの方がいいですかね？
Thnx man good vid. Saved me some money.
U not suppose to wear sock bro ...........
I'm 11 in.some shoes and 11 and 1/2 in some shoes would you recommend a bigger or smaller size
Great review
I guess I can save my $120. I was considering these for travel. I thought that they would be very convenient for passing through security checkpoints where I have to remove my shoes and put them back on rather quickly. Thank you for the review.
If you want them solely for the purpose of passing through security and comfort whilst flying, these are perfect!
However it's a steep price for a shoe that will probably be annoying to wear in everyday life because of the sliding.
+vegan PT I appreciate your detailed review. This is the thing that sours me with retailers. 😒 They make the product look more durable, so that consumers will make the purchase, then the merchandise is NOTHING like what is advertise in the commercials. 😳 There is no way that these shoes can withstand all of the activity portrayed in the commercials. What false advertisement. 😟 I cannot run through the airport with these, I stand the chance of stubbing a toe or twisting my ankle if I pivot the wrong way and my foot slides. These are a pair of expensive bath slippers. 😕 Thank you again for being thorough and honest. Cheers.
Kiky Roquemore Thank you! And I totally agree!
your shoes don't slide on? lol my regular shoes can be put on twice as fast as those...
120 fucking dollars!?!?!?! For a shoe that takes little to no material?!?! Wow
Well, it seems the perfect shoes to carry at work when i need to bring them while biking to work! :), on the other hand, 10 euro shoe from Decathlon is also light and thin, will prob do for 1/10 of the price,,,just not so cool!
Precies daarvoor heb ik ze dus ook gekocht. Ik fiets naar de praktijk (ben fysiotherapeut) en heb mijn werkschoenen in de zadeltas. Deze schoenen zijn wel enorm licht (!) maar niet echt praktikabel als werkschoenen naar mijn ervaring.
Im looking for a light shoe i can wear after long days hiking that can be worn in water, occasionally wear as trail shoes to walk in and pack down quite small. These to me look like a good option, any thoughts?
They pack incredibly small, they are very lightweight, but your foot will slip around in them because the material is too stretchy. Won't ever wear these on a trail.
What are you too good for laces
Would they be a swimming shoe?
i've read some reviews complaining incorrect sizing when they ordered via amazon. im a 42-43 in the usual vibrams, so what size should i get the furos?
I bought two pairs initially and send back both of them. The one with correct sizing however fit the sole of my foot better. Except the tension of the velcro layers wasn't enough to keep it firm on my foot.
Nice hair.
Perfect REVIEW.... thanks
I am just safe my money
I'm thinking of getting me a pair of these kinda shoes for lunges, squats, and calf raises. Will they work?
They're probably fine for those exercises as long as you don't do any running or jumping. You can however buy simple slippers like the kind powerlifters wear of kung fu shoes for a fraction of the price.
vegan simplicity Thanks, i'll look into it.
It’s a pass for me....I can just imagine my toes being tied & bunched up together instead of being splayed out seperate from each other as l like them in my Five Finger shoes or even in my vivo barefoots
These shoes were made for going into lakes
so a no for yoga or piyo?
What do you think about using them as a transitional shoe to totally barefooting it?
I'd use xero shoes for that instead!
Thank you for that recommendation!
tkanks
This is nothing but a lifting shoe. Perfect for the gym
Baker Scott till you drop a weight on your toe lol
jordan macqueen and you think sneakers will do any better?
Hola .. Me gustaria poder comprarla vivo en Argentina . como podria contactarte
i bet the velcro wears out. if they'd put a buckle for behind the heal it'd strap on more reliably, or at least x straps from the heal up before you wrap the fronts. that'll fix the heal falling off problem.
material is way too thin, even at the front where its needed. i thought the rubber would prevent your foot from pushing through the front like a skeletal structure. good design. poor engineering. a few changes would make them better.
Wait, why can't you run in these?
According to the video- the heel seems slightly thicker than the forefront- creating a natural inclination to strike the heel first when walking and running. In order to run correctly without padding, you need a forefront or midsole strike first. However, another reviewer said they had no problem with a forefoot strike. I do not have these shoes- but evidently love explaining things.
camordini just tried them yesterday to see what it was about. Actually no, the heel isn't thicker , I think he was talking about the toe thing , which want a problem for me either. Either way, because Ive been running in sandals for so long after I got too heavy to run barefoot(feet would get cut a lot, the ground I was running on wasn't exactly good for barefoot running) that my heels now hardly touch the ground. You should try these they're great
zeus lim hmmm, are you sure you're doing it right? Running should make you weigh less not more..
Gutes Video :)
Where'd you get your chair at 4:44?
Barefoot shoe and you want rain protection.. But good review.
They are probably more secire worn without socks.... but keep those toenails trimmed. Still barefoot is best.
$200 pair of socks...