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Speed LR Vibram FiveFingers First Look

Speed LR Vibram FiveFingers First Look

We announced a week ago that the Speed LR Vibram FiveFingers had hit the market via REI (see here) in what seems to be an exclusive, limited U.S. release. What is the Speed LR, you ask? Well, it's basically a reboot of the all-black Trek LS FiveFi…

Vibrams for Humans and Dogs, Alike

Vibrams for Humans and Dogs, Alike

Moji trains his clients in them and his clients have bout them. He always had problems building calves but he now works out with them so his calves have improved a lot. You can view him on his website www.mojifitness.com or I have them on my FB. Moji ha…

Hiking the Austrian Alps in Vibram FiveFingers

Hiking the Austrian Alps in Vibram FiveFingers

Despite being told that hiking boots are necessary for more serious walks, I found the opposite to be true. I've tried both, and for me FiveFingers are far superior in all but the most extreme environments.

Speed LR Vibram FiveFingers Out!

Speed LR Vibram FiveFingers Out!

In what appears to be an exclusive release at REI, http://birthdayshoes.com/index-ssc.php?a=edit&s=REI_SpeedLR

Spring 2013 Vibram FiveFingers

A first look at the new Vibram FiveFingers for Spring/Summer 2013 including the FiveFingers El-X, Entrada, Alitza, Maiori, Signa, and TrekSport Sandal.

Meet Tune Footwear: Barefoot-Friendly Dress Shoes

A few months back BirthdayShoes became aware of Tune Footwear. They are a nascent minimalist shoe manufacturer focused solely on bringing to market men's footwear that could fit in in the office environment — in the form of the age-old men's style, the loafer.

Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

Review Vivo Barefoot Aqua Lite Shoes

If you're after a good-looking barefoot/minimalist shoe that has everyday versatility, top-notch ground feel, and allows you to preserve your natural bio-mechanics, posture, and "barefoot" movement, the VIVO BAREFOOT Aqua Lite is worth your serious consideration.

Are Flip-Flops Dangerous?

Are Flip-Flops Dangerous?

Flip-flops may be hazardous to your health. That's the conclusion I'm led to believe having perused a couple CNN.com articles on one of the most basic forms of footwear worn (and enjoyed) worldwide by virtually everyone at some point or another. A…

Take 20% Off All FiveFingers!

Take 20% Off All FiveFingers!

CitySports is giving BirthdayShoes readers an exclusive coupon code to take 20% off ALL Vibram FiveFingers! The coupon code to take 20% off is VFFPR2. It can be applied to all full-price AND sale-price Vibrams! That means t…

Kids Huaraches Review (And How to Make Kids Minimalist Sandals)

Kids Huaraches Review (And How to Make Kids Minimalist Sandals)

A full review of huaraches for your kid - a three year old girl in this case - as well as how to instructions to make your own minimalist sandals using Xero Shoes do-it-yourself huaraches kit!

Say Yes in Vibram FiveFingers

Say Yes in Vibram FiveFingers

If you're going to propose, why not do it at the top of a beautiful mountain? Why not do it wearing your favorite shoes that look like feet? Vibram FiveFingers!

Adidas Sued for Barefoot Running Claims

Adidas Sued for Barefoot Running Claims

Adidas can now join Vibram as another toe shoe manufacturer being sued for barefoot-related marketing claims. Reuters reports plaintiff Joseph Rocco believes he was "duped" into buying his $90 pair of Adidas Adipure Trainers (reviewed here) based on…