Comments on: 026 – Review: Vibram Five Fingers http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/ Sweet travel advice for independent travellers Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:03:33 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Craig and Linda http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-125254 Craig and Linda Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:14:17 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-125254 Glad to hear it was helpful, Hashim. I agree with you on pricing -- the Australia/NZ pricing is completely out of whack. But I guess we're used to that on so many levels. Glad to hear it was helpful, Hashim. I agree with you on pricing — the Australia/NZ pricing is completely out of whack. But I guess we’re used to that on so many levels.

]]> By: Hashim Khap http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-123147 Hashim Khap Sat, 31 Dec 2011 02:53:29 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-123147 Hi guys, been searching for a while now to see some in depth reviews. Great to see a lot of different and honest opinions. Ive always been into the barefoot style shoes for the feel and weight but not so keen on raw barefoot running cos of past bad experiences. Finally have bought some KSO's from ebay for $60 AUD :) Wouldve bought them alot sooner but seeing the price they sell them for here in Australia is a Joke! I usually wear a US size 9.5 in Nikes and the 42's thankfully fit me perfect since Ive never tried them in person. Wish they would just slap on the US sizing on the boxes to stop confusing people like me haha Hi guys,
been searching for a while now to see some in depth reviews. Great to see a lot of different and honest opinions. Ive always been into the barefoot style shoes for the feel and weight but not so keen on raw barefoot running cos of past bad experiences. Finally have bought some KSO’s from ebay for $60 AUD :) Wouldve bought them alot sooner but seeing the price they sell them for here in Australia is a Joke! I usually wear a US size 9.5 in Nikes and the 42′s thankfully fit me perfect since Ive never tried them in person. Wish they would just slap on the US sizing on the boxes to stop confusing people like me haha

]]> By: eric doucet http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-59811 eric doucet Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:46:13 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-59811 well i did my best to spell check it i am disabled and don't have best control over my body or my brain i used my browser spell checker, and oddly enough the pair i got from the store are different than the pair vibram sent me in mail the color was yellow on the old pair inside the new ones are orange sorry about grammar errors i got thees to relive the pain in my bowed leg due to a brake that was not set properly 16 years ago as the foam does not distort like a running shoe and cause me more pain well i did my best to spell check it i am disabled and don’t have best control over my body or my brain i used my browser spell checker, and oddly enough the pair i got from the store are different than the pair vibram sent me in mail the color was yellow on the old pair inside the new ones are orange sorry about grammar errors i got thees to relive the pain in my bowed leg due to a brake that was not set properly 16 years ago as the foam does not distort like a running shoe and cause me more pain

]]> By: Craig and Linda http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-59809 Craig and Linda Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:34:53 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-59809 Our current flatmate just bought a pair and has been enjoying using them every day with no problems. They've already been through a washing machine once, so obviously there are some that aren't as faulty as the ones you were sent. Sorry you had a bad experience. We'd be angry too if we had similar issues ... but if you're going to be writing it wherever you can, may we suggest use of a spell-checker first? Our current flatmate just bought a pair and has been enjoying using them every day with no problems. They’ve already been through a washing machine once, so obviously there are some that aren’t as faulty as the ones you were sent.

Sorry you had a bad experience. We’d be angry too if we had similar issues … but if you’re going to be writing it wherever you can, may we suggest use of a spell-checker first?

]]> By: eric doucet http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-59801 eric doucet Wed, 23 Feb 2011 07:46:53 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-59801 Ive had issue with 4 pairs 1 pair bikila 3 days toes unglued. 2nd pair bikila same thing sole separate right off. for my 3rd pair i exchange for kso instead no toe separation but pull tab came stitching came apart after 2h . 4th pair kso mailed to me same size but material is so tight i manege to get foot in i can only where for 5 min and my foot goes lil numb am tired dealing with the company not sure i will buy another pair seems a lot factory defects and inconsistency i am pissed off at them and i want my money back such peace of garbage and no i am not a spammer or getting paid for this i am a pissed off consumer and will wright this where ever i can find a revue don't buy this crap Ive had issue with 4 pairs 1 pair bikila 3 days toes unglued. 2nd pair bikila same thing sole separate right off. for my 3rd pair i exchange for kso instead no toe separation but pull tab came stitching came apart after 2h . 4th pair kso mailed to me same size but material is so tight i manege to get foot in i can only where for 5 min and my foot goes lil numb am tired dealing with the company not sure i will buy another pair seems a lot factory defects and inconsistency i am pissed off at them and i want my money back
such peace of garbage and no i am not a spammer or getting paid for this i am a pissed off consumer and will wright this where ever i can find a revue don’t buy this crap

]]> By: Knowledge Base » Wearing Vibram Fivefingers http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40575 Knowledge Base » Wearing Vibram Fivefingers Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:06:37 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40575 [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram review. var $j = [...] [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram review. var $j = [...]

]]> By: Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Retro Shoes Blog http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40462 Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Retro Shoes Blog Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:33:18 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40462 [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...] [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...]

]]> By: Wearing Vibram Fivefingers http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40422 Wearing Vibram Fivefingers Thu, 19 Aug 2010 09:11:13 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40422 [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...] [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...]

]]> By: Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers : Leisure Articles http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40419 Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers : Leisure Articles Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:11:19 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40419 [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram review. [...] [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram review. [...]

]]> By: Fivefingers From Vibram | Sports Shoes US http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40350 Fivefingers From Vibram | Sports Shoes US Tue, 17 Aug 2010 20:43:56 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40350 [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...] [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...]

]]> By: Fivefingers From Vibram | Bikini Jeans http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40332 Fivefingers From Vibram | Bikini Jeans Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:35:09 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40332 [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...] [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...]

]]> By: Fivefingers From Vibram | Fashion Club http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40313 Fivefingers From Vibram | Fashion Club Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:05:09 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-40313 [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram review. Shoes [...] [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram review. Shoes [...]

]]> By: Craig and Linda http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38838 Craig and Linda Fri, 02 Jul 2010 18:41:10 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38838 Absolutely, can be really tough to do uber-long distances until you get your muscles built up. Joel, good to see you trying some out! Absolutely, can be really tough to do uber-long distances until you get your muscles built up. Joel, good to see you trying some out!

]]> By: Joel | Blog Of Impossible Things http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38833 Joel | Blog Of Impossible Things Fri, 02 Jul 2010 15:43:40 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38833 "They look freaking weird" - great line Linda :) Great tips guys :) I just got these the other day and did a video review on my opinion on the pros & cons of them. Check it out. http://www.joelrunyon.com/two3/vibrams-five-fingers-review-part-1 http://www.joelrunyon.com/two3/vibrams-five-fingers-review-part-2 “They look freaking weird” – great line Linda :)

Great tips guys :)

I just got these the other day and did a video review on my opinion on the pros & cons of them.

Check it out.

http://www.joelrunyon.com/two3/vibrams-five-fingers-review-part-1
http://www.joelrunyon.com/two3/vibrams-five-fingers-review-part-2

]]> By: Blake Michael http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38792 Blake Michael Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:16:05 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38792 That’s exactly what I use them for, although my feet do ache after about 20km/4 hours. It takes some time to get your feet muscles built up, so it might be a good idea to pack your light shoes on initial walks, just in case your feet can’t handle it. That’s exactly what I use them for, although my feet do ache after about 20km/4 hours. It takes some time to get your feet muscles built up, so it might be a good idea to pack your light shoes on initial walks, just in case your feet can’t handle it.

]]> By: Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Ilham Ina http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38459 Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Ilham Ina Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:56:20 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38459 [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...] [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...]

]]> By: Toe Shoes - Vibram Fivefingers http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38051 Toe Shoes - Vibram Fivefingers Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:31:09 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-38051 [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...] [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...]

]]> By: Traveller http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-34258 Traveller Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:50:24 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-34258 Sofia - I think that the look is slightly less important than comfort when it comes to long-distance walking, sports etc.I would like to try them, but I can't stand even five-finger socks, so spending lot of money on these shoes can be risky ;) Sofia – I think that the look is slightly less important than comfort when it comes to long-distance walking, sports etc.I would like to try them, but I can’t stand even five-finger socks, so spending lot of money on these shoes can be risky ;)

]]> By: Craig and Linda http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-33976 Craig and Linda Sun, 21 Mar 2010 23:29:24 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-33976 I understand. Sometimes you want to keep as invisible as possible. That's definitely on our minds too, as we try to avoid being targets for petty thieves here in South America. I understand. Sometimes you want to keep as invisible as possible. That’s definitely on our minds too, as we try to avoid being targets for petty thieves here in South America.

]]> By: Sofia - As We Travel http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-33965 Sofia - As We Travel Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:17:54 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-33965 We were so close to buy these, but it fell on the looks. We would simply get too many strange looks from people, and the shoes don't really go well with many outfits. We both bought a great pair of sandal/shoes from Teva, and were happy with that. They're not like going barefoot (like the five finger shoes) but they don't look strange either ;P We were so close to buy these, but it fell on the looks. We would simply get too many strange looks from people, and the shoes don’t really go well with many outfits.
We both bought a great pair of sandal/shoes from Teva, and were happy with that. They’re not like going barefoot (like the five finger shoes) but they don’t look strange either ;P

]]> By: Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | travelcrowd.net http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-33149 Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | travelcrowd.net Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:21:13 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-33149 [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your needs. Related PostsReasons [...] [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your needs. Related PostsReasons [...]

]]> By: Fivefingers From Vibram http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-31607 Fivefingers From Vibram Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:35:29 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-31607 [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...] [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...]

]]> By: Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers « The Necktie Shop Fashion Blog http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-30848 Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers « The Necktie Shop Fashion Blog Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:43:56 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-30848 [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...] [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...]

]]> By: Robbie Mackay http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-29486 Robbie Mackay Thu, 14 Jan 2010 22:23:04 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-29486 I've never found these anywhere these are available in NZ. But you can find them in several places in Sydney. I tried some on at Adventure Mega Store http://www.adventuremegastore.com.au However my 2nd toe is longer than my big toe so I found none of them fit very well. Still on the look out for something similar that fits better. I’ve never found these anywhere these are available in NZ. But you can find them in several places in Sydney. I tried some on at Adventure Mega Store http://www.adventuremegastore.com.au

However my 2nd toe is longer than my big toe so I found none of them fit very well. Still on the look out for something similar that fits better.

]]> By: Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | My News & Information http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28857 Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | My News & Information Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:23:19 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28857 [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...] [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your [...]

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]]> By: Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Hotel Tips http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28217 Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Hotel Tips Sun, 27 Dec 2009 22:28:15 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28217 [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...] [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...]

]]> By: Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Entertainmet http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28201 Wearing Vibram Fivefingers | Entertainmet Sun, 27 Dec 2009 15:33:33 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28201 [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...] [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...]

]]> By: Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | Fashion & Clothing Blog http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28196 Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | Fashion & Clothing Blog Sun, 27 Dec 2009 13:58:38 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28196 [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...] [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...]

]]> By: OLAOLU » Blog Archive » Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28136 OLAOLU » Blog Archive » Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:20:48 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28136 [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your needs. Please remember to [...] [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your needs. Please remember to [...]

]]> By: Fivefingers From Vibram | USA Design Blog http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28134 Fivefingers From Vibram | USA Design Blog Sat, 26 Dec 2009 12:52:39 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28134 [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...] [...] more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...]

]]> By: Fivefingers From Vibram | Whixy.com http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28061 Fivefingers From Vibram | Whixy.com Fri, 25 Dec 2009 12:05:10 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-28061 [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...] [...] to find the best deal on Vibram Fivefingers, then visit http://indietravelpodcast.com to find the best advice and a Vibram [...]

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]]> By: Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | Ez Articles Live http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-27994 Toe Shoes – Vibram Fivefingers | Ez Articles Live Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:29:13 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-27994 [...] of the ground beneath your feet, so walking on grass feels particularly nice. Learn more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...] [...] of the ground beneath your feet, so walking on grass feels particularly nice. Learn more about Vibram Fivefingers. Stop by http://indietravelpodcast.com where you can find a Fivefingers review and if they will [...]

]]> By: Fivefingers From Vibram http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-27992 Fivefingers From Vibram Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:28:08 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-27992 [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your needs. var $j = [...] [...] to find out more about Vibram FiveFingers, then visit this review on how to choose the best Five Fingers for your needs. var $j = [...]

]]> By: Traveling Shoes – Vibram FiveFingers « Chez Steve http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-22888 Traveling Shoes – Vibram FiveFingers « Chez Steve Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:54:19 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-22888 [...] http://indietravelpodcast.com/podcast/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/ [...] [...] http://indietravelpodcast.com/podcast/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/ [...]

]]> By: Ed http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-10285 Ed Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:37:12 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-10285 I've been a runner for a number of years and just for something different I bought a pair of Vibram's fivefingers (KSO model). It was quite a change because I had to rely more on my muscles and less on the cushioning of the running shoe. Had some seriously sore hamstrings and calves the first week or so. With running shoes, I tend to be a heel striker and I have battled sore knees, but the fivefingers pretty much force you to run more on the balls of the feet so your heels aren't taking that beating. I've had far less pain since I've been using these. I typically run about 8k on crushed stone along the Erie Canal or on pavement and only have issues when I step on a larger stone or a drainage grate. I did think they were a little pricey at first but when I figured I spend at least $80 on running shoes it didn't seem so bad. Just got the Flow model so I can run in the winter. I tried to run with the KSOs when the temp was in the upper 20s (F) and my toes went numb. I’ve been a runner for a number of years and just for something different I bought a pair of Vibram’s fivefingers (KSO model). It was quite a change because I had to rely more on my muscles and less on the cushioning of the running shoe. Had some seriously sore hamstrings and calves the first week or so. With running shoes, I tend to be a heel striker and I have battled sore knees, but the fivefingers pretty much force you to run more on the balls of the feet so your heels aren’t taking that beating. I’ve had far less pain since I’ve been using these. I typically run about 8k on crushed stone along the Erie Canal or on pavement and only have issues when I step on a larger stone or a drainage grate. I did think they were a little pricey at first but when I figured I spend at least $80 on running shoes it didn’t seem so bad. Just got the Flow model so I can run in the winter. I tried to run with the KSOs when the temp was in the upper 20s (F) and my toes went numb.

]]> By: 2008 in review :: Indie Travel Podcast :: Sweet travel advice for independent travellers http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-9709 2008 in review :: Indie Travel Podcast :: Sweet travel advice for independent travellers Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:00:48 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-9709 [...] Vibrams continue to be a big draw to the site and sales continue to increase. These strange five-toed shoes still adorn Craig’s feet and are our top seller over the last six months. Have a look at our review and try a pair yourself. [...] [...] Vibrams continue to be a big draw to the site and sales continue to increase. These strange five-toed shoes still adorn Craig’s feet and are our top seller over the last six months. Have a look at our review and try a pair yourself. [...]

]]> By: Top 10 Indie Travel Favourites at The Indie Travel Podcast http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8663 Top 10 Indie Travel Favourites at The Indie Travel Podcast Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:58:07 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8663 [...] 3. Vibram Five Fingers Review Craig and Linda talk about their experiences travelling with a pair of Vibram Five Fingers. They’re a type of sole or shoe with a thin, hard rubber sole and wetsuit type material to cover the foot. Craig bought them as flip-flop/jandal replacements a few months ago and we talk about what we find them good for … and not so good for. [...] [...] 3. Vibram Five Fingers Review Craig and Linda talk about their experiences travelling with a pair of Vibram Five Fingers. They’re a type of sole or shoe with a thin, hard rubber sole and wetsuit type material to cover the foot. Craig bought them as flip-flop/jandal replacements a few months ago and we talk about what we find them good for … and not so good for. [...]

]]> By: 046 - What is the Indie Travel Podcast 2.0 at The Indie Travel Podcast http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8510 046 - What is the Indie Travel Podcast 2.0 at The Indie Travel Podcast Sat, 06 Dec 2008 09:41:35 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8510 [...] Most popular review: Vibram Five Fingers [...] [...] Most popular review: Vibram Five Fingers [...]

]]> By: 030 - Review: Eagle Creek Pack-it System at The Indie Travel Podcast http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8500 030 - Review: Eagle Creek Pack-it System at The Indie Travel Podcast Sat, 06 Dec 2008 06:57:00 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8500 [...] Vibram five fingers [...] [...] Vibram five fingers [...]

]]> By: 028 - Interview: Along the West Highland Way at The Indie Travel Podcast http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8467 028 - Interview: Along the West Highland Way at The Indie Travel Podcast Fri, 05 Dec 2008 08:58:14 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8467 [...] would we recommend it? Absolutely! Craig walked about 50 kilometers in his Vibram FiveFingers, talked about a few shows ago. Listen to hear what he thought about them and the [...] [...] would we recommend it? Absolutely! Craig walked about 50 kilometers in his Vibram FiveFingers, talked about a few shows ago. Listen to hear what he thought about them and the [...]

]]> By: 027 - Guard your enthusiasm at The Indie Travel Podcast http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8428 027 - Guard your enthusiasm at The Indie Travel Podcast Thu, 04 Dec 2008 13:30:34 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-8428 [...] Check the comments on our Vibram FiveFingers review. [...] [...] Check the comments on our Vibram FiveFingers review. [...]

]]> By: Tamra http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2751 Tamra Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:59:53 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2751 I have the KSO model now--simply perfection. I started wearing five fingers last summer and now wear shoes only when necessary--I know it sounds fanatical but when I put these on I never thought I'd be wearing and owning several pairs. The sensation of walking on grass, concrete and bricks under just about any conditions is a "connecting" experience. balance is better, no lower back issues running in them and its just old fashioned fun to hop on planters, fence edges where you can stick like a lizard. Word of advice when and if you take the plunge...give yourself time to adjust--no 13 K road trips..my feet were outa shape from the years of expensive super cushioned running shoes--now my feet are strong so miles actually feel good! Life changing!! I have the KSO model now–simply perfection. I started wearing five fingers last summer and now wear shoes only when necessary–I know it sounds fanatical but when I put these on I never thought I’d be wearing and owning several pairs. The sensation of walking on grass, concrete and bricks under just about any conditions is a “connecting” experience. balance is better, no lower back issues running in them and its just old fashioned fun to hop on planters, fence edges where you can stick like a lizard. Word of advice when and if you take the plunge…give yourself time to adjust–no 13 K road trips..my feet were outa shape from the years of expensive super cushioned running shoes–now my feet are strong so miles actually feel good! Life changing!!

]]> By: TLH http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2748 TLH Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:19:22 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2748 Walking 13 km on the paved Manhattan Greenway along Hudson River in New York City got easier over time. I attribute this increasing comfort to three things happening as I wore the FiveFingers: * The muscles in the feet get stronger. * The gait changes from heel-strike to midfoot-strike so there's less slapping-the-concrete. * Body fat diminished. The soles of your feet do a good job at reminding the appetite centers that there's a tradeoff between carrying an extra 9000 calories in the form of 1 kg of fat. Walking 13 km on the paved Manhattan Greenway along Hudson River in New York City got easier over time. I attribute this increasing comfort to three things happening as I wore the FiveFingers:

* The muscles in the feet get stronger.

* The gait changes from heel-strike to midfoot-strike so there’s less slapping-the-concrete.

* Body fat diminished. The soles of your feet do a good job at reminding the appetite centers that there’s a tradeoff between carrying an extra 9000 calories in the form of 1 kg of fat.

]]> By: Craig http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2709 Craig Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:57:43 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2709 Hi Jamie, That's exactly what I use them for, although my feet do ache after about 20km/4 hours. It takes some time to get your feet muscles built up, so it might be a good idea to pack your light shoes on initial walks, just in case your feet can't handle it. Hi Jamie,

That’s exactly what I use them for, although my feet do ache after about 20km/4 hours. It takes some time to get your feet muscles built up, so it might be a good idea to pack your light shoes on initial walks, just in case your feet can’t handle it.

]]> By: Jamie http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2666 Jamie Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:27:22 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2666 Fantastic review, very helpful. I'll definitely have to see if I can find some to try out and see if they're really for me. I'm not a fan of flip-flops because they come off too easily and aren't very comfortable if you're doing a lot of walking. I'm hoping these can be my alternative to those and light hiking shoes. Fantastic review, very helpful. I’ll definitely have to see if I can find some to try out and see if they’re really for me. I’m not a fan of flip-flops because they come off too easily and aren’t very comfortable if you’re doing a lot of walking. I’m hoping these can be my alternative to those and light hiking shoes.

]]> By: Alex http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2444 Alex Thu, 12 Jun 2008 17:34:26 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2444 I actually just did some research on various <a href="http://www.aimlessdirection.com/2008/want-better-posture-go-barefoot/" rel="nofollow">barefoot shoes</a>, which you can find at the link. I took a look at several of them and I think im going with the Vibrams FiveFingers. I would like to try the Vivo Barefoot too, but they are little pricey. I actually just did some research on various barefoot shoes, which you can find at the link. I took a look at several of them and I think im going with the Vibrams FiveFingers. I would like to try the Vivo Barefoot too, but they are little pricey.

]]> By: Craig and Linda http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2045 Craig and Linda Thu, 22 May 2008 16:34:49 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-2045 We finally have an answer for Kiwi Sam -- Rock/Creek ship internationally (from America) at US$59. It almost doubles the cost of the $69-79 shoe ... but I haven't seen better yet. I paid 70 euro for mine, anyway. We now have an affiliate deal with Rock/Creek, so you can support us by clicking through to buy using the links above. We finally have an answer for Kiwi Sam — Rock/Creek ship internationally (from America) at US$59. It almost doubles the cost of the $69-79 shoe … but I haven’t seen better yet. I paid 70 euro for mine, anyway.

We now have an affiliate deal with Rock/Creek, so you can support us by clicking through to buy using the links above.

]]> By: Craig http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel-gear/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-1972 Craig Mon, 19 May 2008 09:01:59 +0000 http://www.indietravelpodcast.com/2007/episode/026-review-vibram-five-fingers/#comment-1972 Hi David, I agree that unisex isn't the way to go. Linda can't find any that fit her. However the toe pockets are all OK with me now after a little initial discomfort. Everyone's foot is different, so they'll never be able to mass-produce something for all feet. I just read a good first-hand account of the Vibram KSO (Keep <strike>Stuff</strike> Sh*t Out) model. <a href="http://mike.magin.org/2008/05/17/new-shoes-vibram-fivefingers-kso/" rel="nofollow">It's here</a>. He's raised some good concerns too. Hi David,

I agree that unisex isn’t the way to go. Linda can’t find any that fit her. However the toe pockets are all OK with me now after a little initial discomfort. Everyone’s foot is different, so they’ll never be able to mass-produce something for all feet.

I just read a good first-hand account of the Vibram KSO (Keep Stuff Sh*t Out) model. It’s here. He’s raised some good concerns too.

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