mkimbiaji – 2011-08-08
Perfect Running Shoe
If you're looking for a flat running shoe with minimalist construction, this is the best one on the market. New Balance made a minimalist runner that's very attractive, as comfortable as your slippers, lighter than a gazelle's hoof, and with the perfect amount of traction to take you flying anywhere you want to go. No bells and whistles here, just a simple, flat, running shoe. You really feel like you're running barefoot but there's enough of a sole to keep your feet comfortable. Be aware you can't just barrel over rocks and sticks - you'll feel them through the shoe - so if you don't want to have to pay attention to where you put your feet, get something with a heavier outsole. They are also mesh, so if you don't wear socks with them (I don't), your feet will be covered in whatever dust you're running through. I've run on everything from African dirt to US tracks, roads, grass, and trails and I absolutely love these shoes. I'm a largish women's size 11 (sometimes 12), I bought the women's 11, and it fits perfectly. They're a joy to run in!
