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Patrick LaMontagne
April 25, 2025
GREAT Improvement Over the Out-Going Version!
If you loved the old Merrell barefoot shoes, you will like these (though modernized).These are much improved over the previous version INOV-8 [210]. The toe box is more ergonomic for barefoot shoe users, similar to the old Merrell barefoot shoes (although these are a little more spacious than those). That means the entire shoe will fit most feet better and you can zone-in your size better. Use INO-8's size chart and order accordingly - sizing seems accurate to their chart. The sole insert is great: it is thin enough for the barefoot feel, but thick enough and cushioned enough of material that you can run in these or wear them around with better ease casually.Really enjoying these and am actually thinking about picking up a second pair just in case someone at INOV-8 decides to change the next iteration in a negative way.By the way, my use is weight lifting, crossfit and light/short runs.
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The best of the barefoot experience
Have tried a few different brands of this type and to me these are the best by a distance. Love the fit, flexibility, and also the grip is the best (an area where another name-brand shoe failed big time). Even great on the treadmill and overall fantastic indoors and outdoors. After heavy use they are proving to be super durable as well. Highly recommended!
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William M. berger
September 07, 2025
almost perfect
fit is 100% true to size-stable and flexible, a true minimal feel without being cheap-fantastic traction without being sticky, you really feel connected to the modern gym floorthe only downside is that the laces 'can' be temperamental, but not enough to where i feel the need to change them for zip laces , but if i had to i would and still be more than happy with them
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Comfort AND people stopper!
Bought them for my hubby. Every day he wore them for the 1st week he remarked how comfortable they are. And every time he goes to play pool or is out and about, he comes home to tell me someone commented or asked him about his shoes. They’ve made quite the impression on him since he doesn’t really give much thought to these things, and apparently captures comments from random people about their stylish and comfortable looks!
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Amazon Customer
December 13, 2025
Great training shoes
Will buy another pair.
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John Adams Theibert Jr.
October 15, 2025
lightweight, barefoot shoes slippery shoelaces
lightweight easy to put on takeoff. Those shoelaces are slippery and come apart, sometimes have to tie tightly.
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Five Fingers Shoe Alternative
Item arrived on time and undamaged. The shoes are just as described and fit as expected. I've yet to work out in them but have walked around the house (hard, tiled floors) and they are just what I was looking for! These seem a good option for anyone looking to replace their old (as in when they were originally released) Five Finger shoes. I'll post another review after my first workout. However, I expect that I'll be satisfied.
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