I have had a history of shin splints specially whenever I bumped up my running mileage. Saw Merrells at a shop here (India) and went for these after a bit of research. I first tried the Trail Glove which had a leaner toe box. Road Glove 2 fitted pretty well. Have been running in these since then, working pretty well. Shin is good. You can feel a bit of lump on the arch area due to the arch support. But you don't feel anything at all while running. I run barefoot too sometimes and Road Glove2 gives a good simulation of running full barefoot. They make you eager to run actually. If you put them on, you will just feel like going out there to run.
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Details
Get back to basics with this minimalist running shoe for men. The Road Glove 2 is “where the rubber meets the road.” Its simplicity frees your sole with a barefoot, road-running design that connects your feet to the pavement for a more natural, comfortable gait. When you’re looking for men’s barefoot shoes, check out the 0mm-drop midsole enhanced with a protective toe cap and midsole cushion for true barefoot form with cushioning perfect for long road runs. Plus, these breathable running shoes have a reflective, washable mesh upper and durable Vibram® Road Glove sole. Lace up these men’s athletic shoes and hit the open road today.
UPPER/LINING
• Barefoot construction
• Mesh and synthetic leather upper
• Low cut upper
• Protective toe cap
• Reflective details for increased visibility in low light
• Mesh lining treated with Aegis® antimicrobial solution
• Wash as needed in cold water, gentle cycle and air dry
MIDSOLE/OUTSOLE
• 0mm Drop / 4mm Cush / 9.5mm Stack Height
• Vibram® Road Glove 2 Sole / TC1 Rubber
Men’s Weight: 7oz (1/2 pair)
80% said Sized as Expected
20% said Larger than Expected
0% said Smaller than Expected
Merrell's Reply:
That is what we like to hear.."you will just feel like going out there to run" after putting them on. We love hearing your feedback on our styles. Now let's get outside!
Product Size Rating:
Sized as Expected
How do you most use this product?:
Running on roads
These shoes look way better than the original road glove but..... They have a wierd lump under the arch that feels awkward and uncomfortable. They are less flexible. They have less ground feel. I will be returning mine imeadiatly,considering trying the vapor glove. p.s Loved the original road glove but wish it had more conservative style options.
Merrell's Reply:
We appreciate your comments on the fit and changes in this new style. We hope an exchange for the Vapor Glove will result in a style that has the flexibility you are looking for. Thanks for the review.
- Great
- By aluzeros
- 5/15/2013
Love the product, nice barefoot shoe. I have been running with them on for a few weeks now. So far good. Definitely not made for running in grass, or if it's really wet outside. It's made for running in dry pavement, etc. Only thing I thought they could do better is drop the price a little bit. If they sold it around $50, I would have bought 2 pairs.
Merrell's Reply:
These are a great breathable shoe for running. The mesh upper will allow water in since they are not waterproof. They can also be washed as needed in cold water, on gentle cycle, and air dried. Thank you for this great feedback and review.
- A+
- By SixShot
- 5/9/2013
Received mine in the mail yesterday. They fit rather well although there feels like there is a lot of room in the top cap, but that's minor to how these perform. Best road running shoe I've possibly ever had. They feel fantastic. Also, love the black/sulphur springs color scheme. I thought it was kind of flashy at first but now I absolutely love it. Great shoe. Good job.
Merrell's Reply:
We appreciate your great review and feedback on the Run Road Glove 2's. That is awesome you just got them yesterday and took them out on a run right away. Keep us posted on how they do once you put some more miles on them.
Product Size Rating:
Sized as Expected
How do you most use this product?:
Road running and possibly everyday wear.
- Barefoot Run Road Glove 2
- By trailtri
- 5/6/2013
this shoe is great for long runs on the pavement. zero drop but just a little cushion. the tread is a huge improvement in durability over the original road glove. shoe fits perfect and feels great on runs.
Merrell's Reply:
Perfect! That is great you noticed and love the minor improvement to the updated Road Glove. Thank you so much for your feedback on the Road Glove 2's. Now get out there and connect with the road beneath you.
Product Size Rating:
Sized as Expected
How do you most use this product?:
road and improved trail / path running
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