Tags: racing flats
Nike Zoom Waffle Racer VI Review
Mar 23, 2011 | 2 comments »
Nike Zoom Waffle Racer VI
Only a few months back, lightweight racing flats were one of the few non toe shoe options for barefoot minimalist runners. Though they still may have a place as a transitional shoe, the recently released Merrell Barefoot and the New Balance NB Minimus li… more »
Review: Nike Air Zoom Streak XC 2
Sep 29, 2010 | 17 comments »
The Streak XC 2 is a very minimal running shoe that doesn't try to simulate a barefoot feel. It implements advanced Nike technology that cushions and protects the foot with a firm but springy sole. Yet, it is very minimal with its low heel-to-toe drop an… more »
Saucony Grid Type A4 Racing Flat Review
Aug 18, 2010 | 17 comments »
The Saucony Grid Type A4.
A Minimalist AlternativeBack in April, I started running consistently after about, uh, a 30 year layoff. I learned about barefoot running here on Birthday Shoes and I decided to give it a try. I had tried running on and off through the years, but was an old s… more »
Mizuno Wave Universe 3 Racing Flats Initial Review
Jul 23, 2010 | 19 comments »
Mizuno Wave Universe 3 racing flat.
Guest Post by LindseyRacing Flats as a Minimalist AlternativeI'm no marathoner (far from it!), but lately I've been looking for the best alternative to VFFs. I've been running in VFFs for several months now, and throw in a little barefoot running… more »
Edward Edmond's Minimalist Approach to Marathon Training utilizes Barefoot Running and Racing Flats
Jun 29, 2010 | 8 comments »
Edward on a training run through the German countryside wearing his Nike Air Zoom Streak XC 2 racing flats.
We first ran across Edward Edmonds a few weeks ago in a youtube video of him running barefoot and posted it in our Link Love section. Later we discovered on his blog that he training full time as a runner and has the ultimate goal to run a marathon under… more »
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