Company: Vibram
Price range: $90-$160
Who would buy this: Those who wan't to have a healthy alternative to traditional footwear. Wearing barefoot running shoes for running, fitness training, water sports or just for fun will naturally make your feet stronger and healthier.
FiveFingers KSO has become Vibram's most popular model for men. It has a thin, abrasion-resistant stretch nylon and breathable mesh upper that wraps your entire forefoot. KSO is best for running, light trekking, climbing/bouldering, fitness, after sport, water sports and yoga/pilates.
Popular uses:
- Running
- Fitness
- Water sports
- Yoga/pilates
- Traveling
- Trekking
- After sport
Materials:
Upper: abrasion-resistant stretch polyamide fabric & Hypalon® straps
Sole: Vibram TC-1 performance rubber
Footbed: Antimicrobial microfiber with 2mm EVA insole
Machine washable. Air dry.
Weight: Men's size 43 - 5.7oz. each, 11.4oz./pair
Vibram FiveFingers KSO Buyer Quotes
“Everyone in my gym have been asking where i got them and end up buying a pair.”
“I was warned that I would have to … use muscles I don't normally use. This was very true and I found my feet tired after wearing them. This feeling went away after about a week of gradually wearing these shoes and I now hate all my other shoes!”
“They allow my feet to go back to the basics, and I've noticed a positive change in the rest of my health: my knee pain is dwindling and my lower back is tremendously better.”
“Putting the five-toe shoes on for the first time isn't an encouraging experience. They don't 'fit' until they've been worn to the shape of your feet. I've been wearing my first pair for all outdoor activities now for about two weeks, and I love them!”
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Vibram FiveFingers FAQ
Can man wear women’s sizes, and vise versa?
Yes, the best fit is determined by your foot measurement in inches. The only difference between male and female Vibram FiveFingers is that male shoe forms are slightly wider and longer than the female models.
Should I use Vibram FiveFingers if I have a latex allergy?
Those with latex allergies should avoid wearing Vibram FiveFingers. Trace amounts of latex may be present in bonding compound.
Tips on Starting to Use Vibram FiveFingers for Barefoot Running
- Barefoot running means learning to run on the forefoot
- First 2-3 weeks, run at most 10% of your normal running distance
- After 2–3 weeks, increase running distance by 10%–20% every couple of weeks
- Never run 2 days in a row for the first month
- Before and after each run, stretch focusing on calves and feet, because barefoot running stimulates these muscles
- If at any point you start to feel pain during a run, stop! Try again in a couple of days
- After a few weeks of training, if you are regularly very sore, rest and back-off on your mileage
Where to Buy
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Vibram FiveFingers Men's KSO
Vibram FiveFingers Women's KSO
Source of buyer reviews and description: Amazon.com
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