Which vibrams are best for me

The V-RUN is loved for its versatility. It has a grip level that is ideal for road running , offers a good amount of agility for the gym and looks like a casual trainer. The is one of the bestsellers for men looking for a great all-rounder. As you can see in the photo below, it has a very dynamic aesthetic, is made from a variety of light breathable fabrics, and comes in a variety of colors. These are the designs that we suggest you take a look at first.

As with all the Vibrams FiveFingers we stock, you can expect your order to be shipped with special delivery to ensure they arrive in double quick time! Nothing should stop you from finding the right model and enjoying the supreme freedom that comes from genuine Vibrams. Spyridon MR has been designed with the toughest muddy conditions in mind.

If you need a barefoot shoe that can handle any harsh terrain, then this is one to take a closer look at. The V-Trek model is hugely popular for its stellar reliability. They feature a traditional fastening system and the upper fabric that completely covers the foot ensuring max resistance to debris and moisture. Great for trails, hikes, obstacle courses and extreme outdoor sports. The VI-B model is inspired by elegant ballet flats.

They are built on the maxi-feel sole, with an ultra minimalist and nimble body providing great ground feel and agility helping you to prevail in any indoor training. Ideal for the gym or any fitness class. You must be logged in to post a comment. Why is it better? Super lightweight and literally fit the foot like a glove. Breathable mesh make these ideal for indoor use. This feels like a strange conundrum, barefoot shoes for an indoor gym? These Fivefinger things are the domain of the outdoors — surely?

The breathable mesh on the top of the foot also bodes well for sweaty indoor use, ensuring dryness and comfort during a workout. Credit for Featured Image — published under Creative Commons. Tags: hiking running. Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The difference is the strap that holds your foot down and prevent slippage; wet or sweat do not affect the performance as the insole gets grimy wash them after each use.

When you need that extra edge with a toe grip, this one will deliver. KSO will take you from the sidewalk to the road, the lake and the mud and back to the street without having to worry about traction. They have the ability to shed water better than any other FiveFingers and are easy to maintain.

KSO are my favorite climbing footwear. They stay on your feet, no matter what you throw at them I wash them after each use. Also great for Parkour. This style sports a mid-sole armor plating that distributes foot strike impacts thus minimizing fascia bruising while impacting very rough terrain with those pesky, pointy rocks. The aggressive sole allows for great grip under dry and wet conditions. They are my favorite when going up a mountain approach.

They do also work well for Parkour. The stiffer sole will prevent you from using a downward toe grip. Born to run with their specialized forefoot padding and a sole designed for long distance running the BIKILA is perfect for that purpose Vibram carefully crafted this style for the runner.

They are also great for long walks and casual wear. I see them as stylish and love them. I think of them as my little foot Ferrari. I do not take them to water-sport related activities because of too many points of entry for stuff to get in I have SUV for that. Overall, the SPEED is definitely the perfect travel companion; not my choice for long runs but absolutely perfect for a casual night out. This one is my favorite for cold, dry weather. Definitely not my choice for wet weather but offers good protection in cool weather, great traction, and forefoot padding.

Great for travel, long walks and some hiking. The suede leather feels very nice and soft. That nice look will return after a quick wash and a suede brush. My favorite cross-fit training footwear. The sole is specifically designed to allow lateral movement side to side with a thicker insole to absorb impacts; they are in their ideal environment at the gym.

I do not use for water related activities water activities require sure footing with grip, lateral movement is not part of good grip ; and the mid-sole and padding absorb quite a bit of water when wet water related debris also accumulate underneath the insole and make them uncomfortable. Short runs are OK and so is casual wear. Most definitely NOT for the trails.

FLOW is one of my favorite winter footwear in wet conditions. This is a similar rubber compound as what is used on climbing shoes. Perfect for cool and cold wet weather and any water-sport activities. Also, wearing socks with the FLOW defeats the purpose of neoprene which is designed to tightly fit against the skin. The insulating properties of the neoprene are achieved when a moisture film is deposited between the epidermis and the neoprene; wearing socks — especially wet — will hold too much water and you start to feel cold much faster.

The SeeYa is the ridiculously minimalistic running footwear. Providing that you know how to run barefoot, the Seeya will give you road hazard protection. They really feel like almost wearing nothing. The heel-cup seems to run wide but they will stay on your feet; after all, you run forefoot. I had a few few friends that got nasty blisters on the top of their feet which I believe are caused by the new, more abrasive Polyester Stretch Mesh.

I understand that some of these issues have been addressed with the LS version, due fall I will review when I get to purchase a pair. They are designed for indoor fitness. The rubber pads do provide good grip in the gym and fitness classroom. I treated them with 4 layers of warm Beeswax and they are very, very water resistant. They are my choice of footwear in cold snowy weather.

The warm boiled wool interiors of the BORMIO keep my toes warm and cozy; a brush of paraffin wax on the zippers makes them almost totally waterproof.