Vivobarefoot Breatho Trail-Running Shoes - Women's

I recently went on a trip to Alaska and was going to bring hiking boots, when I decided to test these ones out instead. They were great! Super lightweight and comfortable. Your toes can spread out as if you're walking barefoot. Alaska was a wet place and the shoes dry very quickly, so I'm glad I brought them instead of hiking boots. Impressive traction, I didn't even slip on the glaciers. Yes, I wore these on glaciers. My only complaint is that they feel a half-size too big, even broken in. But with that in mind all-around amazing shoe. Like being barefoot with a bit of protection. Highly recommend!

I hadn't done a ton of trail running

I usually run in Vibram FiveFingers, as my stride in those shoes doesn't lead to hip or back pain, like regular running shoes. I've run a LOT in the Vibrams, but for winter trail running in Chicago, I needed something warmer, and with traction. These shoes are nearly perfect. Because they have more cushion than my Vibrams, I have to adjust my stride a bit to prevent my hip from tightening up, but these shoes have the BEST GRIP, i've run on ice, snow, no problem. Enjoy!!

Proprioception is what Vivobarefoot shoes are all about - you feel the ground and your foot flexes as you move - as it was meant to ! - it is so wonderful to experienc

I run an average of 40-50 miles a week, nearly all on trail. I've been transitioning to minimalist footwear and these did not dissapoint. These are super light weight with a very minimal and barefoot feel given the superior traction for uneven and rocky terrain. I've even used these to run/hike four 14ers this summer and they've held up remarkably well (owned for 4 months now)- these shoes are much more well made than others out there that wear out way too soon. I also love the WIDE toebox that allows natural foot splay and accomodates swelling and my bunions. I also have never used the paper-thin insoles, took them out as soon as I purchased these and never wear socks- very comfortable!