When I have them on, it reminds me of when Phys. Therapist taped my fascia…so yes
there is some support. It really is like going barefoot with good calouses built up…
cool conversation guys - I’ve been on the fence about getting them, but my Asics are wearing out now, and I think I may go try these on based on the good reviews.
Down side may be persperation and the associated funk that goes along. FWIW care seems to be wash and drip dry so
if funkiness is an issue seems easy enough to deal with.
Think the KSO’s are available for $75 in my area. My colleague got the KSO Trek for lots more- maybe $125. He’s a runner though. I’m not. 8)
I don’t have arch problems but I believe and I think read on their site that there is no arch support. They are basically like running barefoot with a mm of rubber to protect your feet
Also I am not a doctor or running mechanics expert but from what I read arch issues when running are partly due to shoes so even though there isn’t arch support the way your will learn to run with them may not cause any arch problms.
Just my thoughts,
Matt
GISBREWMASTER
Yeah, that I thought was a good name…KSO = Keep Stuff Out…rocks, sticks, NOT cactus and grass burrs and fire ants…tho
I wanna see a pic of Weeze in a pair of vibrams with his utilikilt …OMG
Holy crap! I gotta get me some of these shoes!
Bwahaha! Too funny. I wish! But meant to say 10 min. per mile pace.
Aw, I totally missed that too! Funny!
Alright, play with this idea…what if…now just what if! … you wore the vibrams inside of your regular shoes? Would that be, like, the best of both worlds?
I don’t know about all this, the marathon runners from Kenya don’t seem to have too many problems…and can I get vibrams that are cleat compatible for my bike?
So y’all like to use the excuse that we’re not born with shoes on our feet! Oh my! We’re not born with clothes on either. I’d really not like to step on jagged glass or a nail with these suckers on…how much further that nail will go into your foot…yeesh.
banned by the military: http://kingsofwar.org.uk/2011/06/us-army-cuts-off-five-fingers-bangs-head/
I have worn mine inside a spare pair of wet boots at the brewery. But, as far as wearing them inside a shoe - that would de-feet the purpose.
I know, I was being sarcastic…
Not into them myself. They look like gorilla feet. Are we trying to devolve?
Nope. We are leaving people like you behind. 
Seriously, it’s not about the way they look. You have to wear them and use them to really understand. Hiking on soft ground they are unbelievable at how well you can control your feet. You can literally dig in with your toes and stabilize your balance. They also have a fairly decent non slip grip.
As far as runners go, there is a movement of runners that have benefitted from barefoot running simply because it helps you to run with a more natural stride, eliminating heal sttrike and subsequent problems. These offer you the benefits of barefoot running with a level of protection.
Fair enough about the vibrams.
I am well aware of the barefoot running movement. I used to read about it in my runner’s magazines back in 2003 when I ran a lot. People would run trails (I was mainly into trail running, not road running) barefoot on a regular basis and these people had smooth and soft feet. You’d think they’d have gross, callused feet, but nope. It’s a strange movement. I don’t think it’s for everyone though, as some people have high arches or flat feet and need some kind of support. Or am I off base on that?
I definitely don’t think they are for every one.
What is the difference between “trekking” and “running”?
Just me Euge,
If I were going Trekking up Deer Creek Canyon, I would be partly in the water partly in the sand
partly over slippery rocks, and going up the stream bottom …harsh terrain.
If I were running, maybe a street, a track, a packed earthen trail…like that is just my interpretation.
FWIW, in my short experience, cheet grass and other stickers will prolly penetrate thru the mesh
and poke you…not the sole, but in between da toes and other such areas…
Sounds pretty cool! Thinking about kicking the tires on these shoes. Are they mainly just for runners, or would a fat such as myself benefit from them as well? I mean, I never run, even if I’mbeing chased. But, I do take the occasional manly stroll through the neighborhood, and do a little hiking in the mountains. And what about ever day wearing, around town and stuff? I am intrigured.
Isn’t this re-inventing the moccasin, just with modern materials?
Just saying…
Maybe it isn’t such a new idea after all.
Not at all. I’ts like being in bare feet but with an extra layer of protection. It’s literally a glove for your feet. The fact that you can use your toes is really the point. If you like to go barefoot, you will like the 5 fingers.
I get the fact that moccasins are “non supportive” but there are plenty of shoes out that do that.