Soft Star RunAmoc Update; Soft Star Video Contest

Running and Rambling shows us his Run Amocs after 500 miles of running. I like the style of these mocs and it just goes to show that we make progress sometimes by going back and revisiting the technology of the past. Also, if you like these shoes, there is a contest on until August 15th, [...]

Why Barefoot?

Why Barefoot? Because being barefoot is healthy for you! Because being barefoot can feel great! Because being barefoot is how our bodies were designed! Have you ever stopped to think about why we need so much support and protection? The answer is that we don’t. The answer is that the more we wear shoes, the [...]

Tonight – We Interview Sabra Ellingson from Vivo Barefoot

Vivo Barefoot has a long list of stylish environmentally friendly minimalist shoes.  We talk to Sabra about how Vivo Barefoot started and where it is going as a brand.  We also find out more about the newly announced EVO running shoe, and upcoming Vivo Barefoot Events!  If you have any questions for Sabra, call our [...]

Review – Vibram FiveFingers Moc

This is another strong product from Vibram’s FiveFinger lineup. The Mocs are incredibly comfortable, pleasantly warm, and feel luxurious. They are the most pleasant feeling FiveFingers I have tested to date. They are appropriate for most indoor activities, and offer some protection and warmth in a comfortable package. More than any other FiveFingers model, these are truly gloves for your feet.

Review – Vivo Barefoot Leonidas Sandal

Review – Terra Plana’s Vivo Barefoot Leonidas Sandal We are pleased to review our second shoe from Terra Plana’s wonderful Vivo Barefoot series. We are already sold on the quality of the Vivo Barefoot series of shoes and are excited to review a sandal in this series.  The Leonidas is another great example of excellent [...]

Vivo Barefoot Dundan Boot Review

Maria Coryell-Martin writes a review on the Dundan Boot from Vivo Barefoot.  While they are not currently featured on their site, we hope to get our hands on some of these for an extensive review for winter barefooting. I expect that Terra Plana will feature these boots again for the fall season.  http://expeditionaryart.com/blog/2009/02/vivo-barefoot/

‘Wired’ on Running Without Shoes

David Tweney, Senior Editor at Wired.com, agrees that ‘To Run Better, Start by Ditching Your Nikes‘.

VFF Review on Wired

The Vibram FiveFingers KSO and Classic have been reviewed by Wired. You can read the review and watch a cool video comparing barefoot, VFF, and normal running shoe running form at: http://www.wired.com/reviews/product/pr_vibram_fivefingers_kso.

New Feelmax Website

Feelmax has updated their website! Check out the new models for 2009 at: http://www.feelmax.fi.

Avid User of the Vibram FiveFingers Line Answers Questions

Keith Krone from http://keith-in-training.com answers questions from readers of his blog about Vibram FiveFingers.

Review – Feelmax Shoes

Feelmax Shoes Review Note: Feelmax felt our review was unfair and that we did not do our homework during this review.  After some suggestions from readers and speaking with Feelmax we were send a new and larger size of Niesa for re-evaluation. Here is the new review: http://www.livingbarefoot.info/2010/05/feelmax-niesa-re-review/ There are three brands that are always [...]

Review – Vibram FiveFingers: Classic, Sprint & KSO

Vibram FiveFingers: Review of the Sprint, KSO, and Classic Styles I could not do justice to the barefoot cause and not give these amazing shoes a chance for the spotlight.  Vibram FiveFingers have perhaps received more press than any other shoe, but not because of how great they are.  Abandoning all that is common in [...]

Review – Vivo Barefoot Aqua by Terra Plana

While you may realize the health benefits of going barefoot, and may even love the sensation, you may find that your feet are too tender to be barefoot all the time, and you likely have social reasons for not being able to bare your feet as often as you wish. You may live in a part of the world that is too cold during the winter to walk barefoot.

Finally shoe companies have started responding to a growing market that craves a more minimalistic shoe – one that is more healthy, simple, and more like being barefoot. READ ON…

Run Softly, Naturally Can a Gait Makeover Improve Your Running?

Run Softly, Naturally Can a Gait Makeover Improve Your Running? By Brian Metzler As featured in the March 2009 issue of Running Times Magazine For years, running coaches and elite athletes have preached that good running form is the key to efficient running and faster times. Cucuzzella is sharing what he learned about efficient form [...]

Vibram Fivefingers review – Sprint

So, I may have fallen prey to brilliant marketing, but I went out and got a pair of the Vibram Five Fingers Sprints. I wore them out and about all day today, and then took them up to the gym and the thrill mill for a little road test. More

Vibram Fivefingers – Almost Barefoot

Vibram Fivefingers – Almost Barefoot

These innovative new sandals re-create the sensation of going barefoot without the risk of stepping on something sharp. Perfect for anything from kayaking to