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Vibram Adds 2 New Designs to the FiveFingers Lineup (with Photos)

By ⋅ July 31, 2009 ⋅ Email This Post Email This Post ⋅ Post a comment


Vibram FiveFingers has added two (technically three) new models to their FiveFingers lineup.

The KSO Trek will be a thicker-soled version of the KSO, intended for trail running.  The thicker sole will provide more protection on rough surfaces.  It will be available in brown and black and will retail for $125 USD.

The Moc and Performa, a men’s and women’s shoe respectively, will be an indoor shoe with a soft leather enclosure and an even more minimal sole.  The Moc will be available in blue and black.  The Performa will be available in coral, violet, and black.  The Moc and Performa will retail for $110 USD.

All three will be available this fall.  The pictures and information were kindly supplied by Michael Martin, National Sales Manager for Vibram USA.  Listen to our podcast to hear an interview with Mr. Martin.  He speaks about these shoes as well as the evolution of the FiveFingers brand.  The interview is full of great information, as well as answers to questions submitted by our audience.

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4 comments for “Vibram Adds 2 New Designs to the FiveFingers Lineup (with Photos)”

  1. I love my 5 fingers I have, but the new pair I have, The Flow , after 2 days I realize how it was digging into my achiles. Unfortunately I worn them out abt the streets of NY and it’s no longer resellable. What else can I do, put my own foam padding in the back?

    Posted by Akwesi Akwesi | August 11, 2009, 17:53

  2. Hi Akwesi,
    I would suggesting contacting Vibram and seeing what they have to recommend. They may have a solution for you.

    Posted by Al Gauthier | August 11, 2009, 18:12

  3. Hi Akwesi,
    I have a pair of Flows and noticed that when I don’t wear socks, the back can dig into my achilles a bit, too. With socks, I don’t feel it at all. Have you tried wearing socks with them? If you have and they still dig, my advice would also be to contact Vibram.
    Tina

    Posted by | August 12, 2009, 21:44

  4. Al/Tina, thank you both for your reply. I will let Vibram know as well, but one thing I did was add tape to the back of my flows and I was fine on the short walk/runs made. When I 1st wore my flows I took them on a two day hike of Manhattan, no, I didn’t quite ease into them. I have to admit I looking for the kso Treks next. All the best.

    Posted by Akwesi Akwesi | September 11, 2009, 12:10

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