Just bought those, and I'm in love with these shoes. It's almost like if I was walking barefoot outside the house, and I love the feeling of it.
Ashleigh from Merrell gives us a closer look at the Merrell Bare Access Arc 2.
Watch NowYou want the feel of barefoot, but also some cushioning? Enter our Bare Access Arc 2, which adds uniform toe to heel cushioning that buffers impacts while still letting your foot land flat. Lightweight and low cut, this is perfect for transitioning to barefoot, and features a synthetic leather and breathable mesh upper with rear heel stability. Vibram® pods on the Bare Access Shape sole stick and spring off of any surface.
UPPER/LINING
• Cement construction provides lightweight durability
• 51% textile upper
• Low cut upper
• Bellows tongue keeps debris out
• Lining treated with Aegis® antimicrobial solution
MIDSOLE/OUTSOLE
• 8mm M Bound(TM) allows for cushioned entry into BareForm(TM) movement
• 0 mm heel to ball drop keeps you connected to your terrain
• Lightweight EVA Midsole
• Merrell Bare Access 2 Sole / Vibram® Pods
Women’s Sizes: 5-11
Women’s Weight: 5.5oz (1/2 pair)
Just bought those, and I'm in love with these shoes. It's almost like if I was walking barefoot outside the house, and I love the feeling of it.
Larger than Expected
Great shoes! They are very comfortable in the gym, which is where I will be wearing them for the foreseeable future. I have been wearing Merrell Barefoot shoes for the past two years, styles with no cushioning, so there was absolutely no transition necessary for me. The sole is grippy enough to provide traction on highly polished wood floors. I can see that these would be a good choice for someone wishing to move to a minimalist training shoe. I noticed that the sole is not quite as flexible as that in the zero cushioning models. I ordered the green/aqua colourway and was a bit disconcerted to discover that it is far brighter than the photo leads you to believe. Good thing I don't mind intense colour, but this is something to be aware of.
Sized as Expected
In the gym, both for cardio and weight training, TRX