Again, Merrell hits another home run with comfort. I bought these for my summer casual weekend shoe. The Barefoot name is more than a name. It feels as if I am not wearing shoes. This is my 4th pair of Merrell shoes. I see no reason to stop buying.
This barefoot casual translates your natural inclinations to life’s work and town affairs. The sophisticated, full grain leather, chukka upper has internal support that secures the midfoot over our Barefoot midsole design -- aligning your body and letting you move the way nature intended. A microthin, 1mm flexible forefoot shock plate protects against bruising.
UPPER / LINING
• Barefoot Strobel construction offers flexibility and comfort
• Full grain leather and cow suede upper
• Non-removable microfiber footbed treated with aegis antimicrobial solution resists odor
MIDSOLE / OUTSOLE
• 4 mm compression molded EVA midsole cushion
• 1 mm forefoot shock absorption plate maintains forefoot flexibility and protects the foot by distributing pressure
• 0 mm ball to heel drop keeps you connected with your terrain
• Vibram traction glove sole
Men’s Weight: 14.4 ozs
Again, Merrell hits another home run with comfort. I bought these for my summer casual weekend shoe. The Barefoot name is more than a name. It feels as if I am not wearing shoes. This is my 4th pair of Merrell shoes. I see no reason to stop buying.
Fantastic! We are so thrilled we were able to hit this one out of the park for an awesome causal Barefoot style. We will keep making them as long as you keep buying them. Thank you so much for sharing your great review.
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Weekend casual wear.
It is the first standard width shoe I've been able to wear comfortably , even with socks. It's my second favorite shoe ever, just after the wonderful Merrell Barcelona that was available in 2011 but never since. These shoes are head turners wherever you go. Advice: Buy this one now, plus a second pair as they'll let it go after this season.
That is fantastic these fit you well and they are one of your top favorite shoes. Thank you for passing along the advice to others out there.
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Everywhere I go.
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These shoes are great! they fit perfectly, and have been comfortable on just about any surface I've walked on. Plus, they go quite well with every outfit I wear, which makes these shoes extremely unique (and well worth the price). Great job, Merrell!
That is fantastic that these are able to go with all most everything you wear. The Vibram sole is a durable rubber which you have noticed to be comfortable on just about any surface. Thank you very much for taking the time to share a review.
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All-purpose
Easily one of the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. Look great out to dinner and at the office. Thanks Merrell.
Your welcome! We are glad you find the Reach Glove to be very versatile and comfortable. Thank you for the review.
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Casual
I've been wearing Vibram Five-Fingers for almost five years and they are my preferred footwear. Problem is, they're not work friendly. The barefoot life reach glove (what a super-long awkward name) is perfect in my business casual work environment if you want a zero-drop shoe that doesn't attract the unwanted attention of your boss like the VFF. Now all they need to do is develop a barefoot shoe that works with a suit.
Thanks for your input on this style. We are glad it works for your business casual attire. We appreciate the recommendation for a business suit-worthy barefoot too!
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Work, business casual events that demand something nicer that Chuck Taylors or VFF.