Vibram Five Fingers - Anyone wearing them or tried them?

[sabloke]

Well, since quite a few of us here are interested, why not go for a group buy then?

[gareth_oau]

if a seller wont ship to you, or even sell to you try www.hopshopgo.com , they can freight forward or they can buy for you as well.

They also repackage goods into smaller boxes to save on airfreight.

I've used them and they are good

[REXman]

You know what the hardest thing about wearing these is?? Telling your parents you are gay...

meh, what you really need is a morph suit.

- Morphsuits - life is more fun in colour

These 2 posts just mad me lose it. ****en funny man.. And the Morph Suit!! LMFAO!!

[sabloke]

I wonder how these would go in regards to fit and comfort for people like myself and Buller_Scott who have wide feet and a damn low arch (or non-existant at best) i.e. flat foot?

Here's the model for wide feet:


Following in the footsteps of the original Vibram FiveFingers Bikila, the new Bikila LS offers a closed speed lace system to accommodate a wider foot or higher instep. It shares the same revolutionary platform as the Bikila, featuring a Dri-Lex covered 3mm polyurethane insole (thickest under the ball) and a 4mm anatomical pod outsole design. This combination provides superior plating protection and distributes forefoot impact without compromising essential ground feedback. The Bikila LS upper is constructed of Coconut Active Carbon for natural breathability. An athletic padded collar and topline, 3M reflective surfaces, and abrasion resistant PU toe protection add to Bikila LS road worthy design. The defining feature of the Bikila LS is its closed quick lace system assuring a custom fit for a wider range of foot types.
BEST FOR: Running & Fitness.

I have used priceusa.com.au to place the order this morning. All up same price as quoted by the retailer, $137. Lucky shipping within US is free
Will let you know how it goes.

[sabloke]

Get some Injinji socks, a perfect match for Fivefingers


Like gloves for your feet, these innovative ''toe socks'' virtually prevent blisters with a seamless construction that protects each toe.

* Anatomical Molding System™ with CoolMax® polyester conforms to your feet for increased blood and air circulation
* Anatomical, individual toe sleeves form a thin anti-blister membrane between toes to eliminate skin-against-skin friction
* 3-ply flex construction prevents sock movement while increasing wicking and circulation
* The precisely stitched Vector Heel prevents bunching and allows for a comfortable fit
* Double-layered welt top maintains shape for long lasting performance and support
* Ideal for marathons and long-distance running
* CoolMax® wicks moisture, dries quickly and breathes well, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of cool, dry feet



A few retailers carry them on ebay for $12 plus postage.

[Blitzen]

I am mad keen to get a pair, but there are versions that look a little more normal and will keep certain polo driving members of the armed forces a little happier!

Haha, I was just pulling the piss. I like the idea of them, but they just look so bad!! I don't doubt how good Vibram are, I use them in my every day work boots (Belleville 509D boots) and my cross country runners (North Face), with both of these having Vibram soles.
Don't let my opinion of them put you off buying them.

[Buller_Scott]

Don't let my opinion of them put you off buying them.

but then you'll think we're gay, haha...

it'd be funny to see if certain other aussie car forums know about this thread... to some of their members, VAG (as well as watercooled) is already gay. thanks to these shoes, we have the chance to be extra-doubly gay.

that being said, i think the design is good, and it'd be interesting to see vibram do something like this with snowboard boots.

[Greg Roles]

This forum is a billion times better than the Ford one I left behind buying the Golf, the amount of infighting there was just ludicrous. I had 400 posts there over three years with similar tinkering, bit more activity on here in the same timeframe....

[Blitzen]

Found these on Amazon...

http://www.amazon.com/FiveFingers-KSO-Mens-Black-Vibram/dp/B001J1Q3X2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1301708856&sr=8-2

$85 to $149...

[sabloke]

The black KSOs I abused for the last two years
Interesting reviews on Amazon. Not sure they ship to Oz though and their prices are higher than kayakshed.com's

[Blitzen]

The black KSOs I abused for the last two years
Interesting reviews on Amazon. Not sure they ship to Oz though and their prices are higher than kayakshed.com's

Some sellers ship to oz, but if you have mates over there, that is never an issue.

[sabloke]

Just got my new fivefingers delivered! Parcel forwarding works a treat by the looks of it and all up paid a few dollars less than what the online US shop (who then canceled my order-Vibram policy...) would have charged me. Not too bad at $132 at my door vs $200 in shops here. If they got stock that is, the Trekk Sport model is yet to hit our shores.
Very happy with priceusa.com.au

[Greg Roles]

Let us know how you find them, I am keen to get a pair as I jog around my local golf course and think some five finger shoes would be ideal to strengthen my feet.

[sabloke]

I already said that I've been using them for over two years now... Just got my second pair, a slightly more rugged version. They feel like you've instantly grown very thick skin on your feet so you can walk barefooted everywhere. Trust me, after a while you simply forget they're on at all. Not surprising because they're so anatomically "correct", flexible and light (only 120g on each foot).

[pirelli]

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