I like these shoes for trail running, they are not really a barefoot shoe as the sole is quite thick, but they allow me to run with a more natural form. They keep my feet nice and dry in the wet. I wouldn't recommend them for urban running in the wet as they are slippy on concrete, stone and marble (though fine when dry). Asphalt is not a problem in the wet or when dry. Would like Merrell to develop a barefoot shoe for urban running, Parkour and something with more feel through the sole.
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Let your feet lead you with our barefoot collection, designed to let your feet follow their natural instincts instead of controlling them. Our barefoot shoes offer you a perfect balance of foot freedom, surface protection and essential cushioning that helps engage your feet, stimulating and strengthening your body from the ground up.
Upper/Lining
• Synthetic leather and mesh upper
• GORE-TEX® Performance Comfort footwear lining protects feet and keeps them dry
• Merrell Omni-Fit™ lacing System provides a precise, glove-like fit
• Microfibre footbed treated with Aegis® antimicrobial solution resists odour
• 4 mm compression moulded EVA midsole cushions
Midsole/Outsole
• 1 mm forefoot shock absorbtion plate maintains forefoot flexibility and protects the foot by distributing pressure
• Vibram® Trail Glove Sole/TC1 Rubber
72% said Sized as Expected
0% said Larger than Expected
28% said Smaller than Expected
- Good Shoes
- By Rick
- 07/01/2012
- 2 of 2 people found this review to be helpful.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Merrell's Reply:
Thanks very much for your review, Please keep your eyes on the website for our NEW barefoot shoes which will start to appear on our website from Mid March, the new styles include the "Bare Access" shoe, and the "Edge Glove" designed for road use as well as off road and a whole collection for use in and around water. - The Merrell Team.
Product Size Rating:
Sized as Expected
How do you most use this product?:
Trail running
I bought these to wear in the wet - Goretex - and am very disappointed that they are so slippery on some surfaces. To add to the others mentioned in another review: metal. Any drain covers, manhole covers etc of which there are plenty where I live, are as slippery as ice in the wet. These shoes are too dangerous to run in. On a trivial note, every step makes a noise. I thought this would pass as they wore in, but it hasn't. Even on carpet - slap, slap, slap. An expensive mistake.
Merrell's Reply:
Hi there thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear you have had an issue with one of our products. Merrell stands behind all of the products that we produce with an assurance of quality materials and workmanship. Our consumer team has emailed you with some further advice - Merrell
- Great shoe
- By odefaux
- 28/01/2013
Keeps me warm and dry during winter runs. Feels a bit thicker than the Trail Glove which I've concluded is a summer shoe. Still very light and great to run in - extremely comfortable. Slightly smaller than expected
Product Size Rating:
Smaller than Expected
How do you most use this product?:
Running.
- Most comfortable walking shoe I've owned
- By RM
- 11/12/2012
Having enjoyed a couple of pairs of Trail Gloves for running, these offer a similar feel when walking, with the benefit of very good waterproofing. If you're over ankle deep in mud then you'll still get soggy, but for most conditions these offer great comfort while keeping you dry. Sizing was the same as the Trail Glove & overall shape is very similar. However, these feel slightly stiffer due to a marginally thicker sole which allows for deeper (more grippy) tread & also lacing which extends a little further towards the toe. There's really not much in it though, & certainly not enough to make either walking or running in them any less comfortable.
Product Size Rating:
Sized as Expected
How do you most use this product?:
Walking the dog through a muddy forest
- Good Shoes but...
- By Rich Charles
- 14/05/2013
The shoes seem fine and grip OK on most surfaces. I was expecting less in the shoe to make it more barefoot but then that was probably not practical! My only negative point - similar to an earlier reviewer - is that when walking fast they make a VERY loud noise, so I don't wear them too often as the noise is just too much. Any suggestions welcome to stop this - I have tried wearing socks, stuffing with tissue etc, assuming it is trapped air escaping but no success to date. Will get five stars when this is sorted :)
Product Size Rating:
Smaller than Expected
How do you most use this product?:
walking and less often jogging
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