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Migs [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Migs [Visitor] — Sat, 11 May 2013 20:57:52 +0000

Hi, i already own a pair of Evo's. How does the sizing compare? Safe going for the same size?

Dave [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Dave [Visitor] — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 14:16:51 +0000

I got a pair of these 2 weeks ago. Like the fit and feel. I have worn Merrel trail gloves, true gloves and tough gloves since they were introduced, but their narrowness were causing me severe pain in my right mid-foot.

The vivo aqua lites are much better with their additional width. After only wearing them for about 6-7 days, though, the inside edge of each shoe where the fake suede overlaps and is glued separated. I contacted amazon where I got them and they sent me a new pair. I'm now on day 3 with these and they're OK so far.

I'm a bit leery of the quality now, after reading many complaints of the same thing...

I'm running out of alternatives, though. These seem to have the widest toe box of all the minimalist shoes. I tried Leming, but their mid foot is still more snug, and I can feel the upturn of the rubber sole on the outside edge of the midsole pushing into my foot.

The only other brand that I know of with such a wide mid-foot area would be soft star shoes, but they are probably the most "clown shoe" of all the minimalist options.

Ana [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Ana [Visitor] — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 17:48:57 +0000

have just tried on my pair and after the second day I got a painful pop on my 4th toe. It happens that the shoe is designed for a roman like foot so if you happen to have a greek foot, the toebox slopes way too much after the middle finger. I think this can be fixed going one size up though the shoe will become too slack, but still, it's a point to consider.
I also don't like the fact that the upper is a tad stiff. or perhaps that's because I've been wearing the leather vivobarefoots with are about as soft as a sock!

Justin Owings [Member] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Justin Owings [Member] — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 19:27:59 +0000

@E,

I think you should look into just about any minimalist shoe (that fits your foot/and you like how it feels) and start retraining your gait so that it's lighter and has less impact. This is really the key to making a positive change in your health and minimizing the damage/pain of walking on any surface. Just be aware it's going to take time -- and ultimately, you'll have to take responsibility for the process. Listen to your body and be patient!

E [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

E [Visitor] — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:50:53 +0000

Hi Justin,

Thanks for the great article! I was wondering what shoes you would recommend for long-distance walking on city streets. I'd like to be in better shape to participate in the The Great Los Angeles Walk (http://greatlawalk.blogspot.com/) or at least minimize damage and pain walking on city streets for extended periods. Thanks for your suggestions!

Maciej [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Maciej [Visitor] — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 13:20:05 +0000

@Keisan
Yes, you can walk in a rainy day. Particularly the suede-like top is not letting the water too easily. The fabric is also not letting the water right through.

Keisan [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Keisan [Visitor] — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 20:02:59 +0000

I am thinking of buying a pair of these right now however you did not mention whether or not these are water proof. Could I wear these on a rainy day, not intentionally walking through mud or anything but if I were travelling and got caught in rain how would it stand up?

Justin Owings [Member] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Justin Owings [Member] — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 19:15:46 +0000

@Jon,

A 43 for your length foot sounds wrong to me -- I wear a 44 in Aqua Lites (which is sizing up 1 from 43 for me) and my feet are 10 7/8" -- I'd not expect an inch in foot length would only mean one size difference.

Jon [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Jon [Visitor] — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:36:36 +0000

i'm looking at buying some aqua lites now, but sizing is driving me crazy. my only shoes are fivefinger KSOs and KSO treks (for the winter) in W40, and depending on where i look i'm told to get between a 7-10. the vivobarefoot people, based on a foot length of 9 7/8" told me to get a 43, which doesn't make sense to me since most shoes i've ever worn (i haven't owned normal shoes since i got fivefingers 2-3 years ago) are between 8-9. any help?

don [Visitor] in response to: Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

don [Visitor] — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 23:05:53 +0000

Interesting to see how discriminating people can be with shoe fit. I own Vivo Dharmas, Oaks and Ra's which I wear to work in a professional environment. They are all comfy, but the Oak fits me the best and it's super fast on/off at airport security! If my closet weren't already full of VFFs, Vivos, and Merrells, I'd try a pair of these for casual play.