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FiveFingers are terrible?
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FiveFingers are terrible?

I came across this yesterday. FiveFingers are apparently terrible and need to go away in 2013. Now, I think the author was joking to a large degree. Cord Jefferson's mention of owning a pair of skinny jeans himself and still wearing them is a smirk at h…
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Greg
The FiveFingers El-X is EARLY!
Barefoot Shoes

The FiveFingers El-X is EARLY!

We've learned in the last couple days that the Vibram FiveFingers El-X is for sale now at REI, online only. Seriously, check it out. , which was slated to be released in Spring 2013, Official Product Description:: The EL-X is a thin, breathable…
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Justin
Topo Athletic Launched by Tony Post, Vibram's ex-CEO
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Topo Athletic Launched by Tony Post, Vibram's ex-CEO

What is Topo Athletic, the new company founded by Tony Post - ex-CEO of Vibram (who presided over the U.S. launch of the FiveFingers/toe shoes minimalist/barefoot running explosion)?
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Justin
Lontra Vibram FiveFingers Review
Barefoot Shoes

Lontra Vibram FiveFingers Review

One of the inherent drawbacks to the minimalist nature of Vibram FiveFingers (VFFs) is that, being extra close to the ground, they are highly susceptible to letting in moisture and the cold. While this isn’t really a problem during the summer months, t…
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Vibram FiveFingers Deal Alert: The "HookUp:" $50 gets you $100 of Merch
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Vibram FiveFingers Deal Alert: The "HookUp:" $50 gets you $100 of Merch

There's a new deal out—one that ends after December 19th—that lets you spend $50 to get $100 worth of anything on VibramFiveFingers.com. Taking advantage simply requires creating an account and forking over the $50 to purchase the deal. This gets you…
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Justin
SeeYa later, 'shroom!
seeya

SeeYa later, 'shroom!

A couple of months back I followed Mellow Mushroom on Twitter (@MellowMushroom). A few days after that, I pulled on my FiveFinger SeeYas to go out for a run and something slightly unexpected occurred. Yes it was creepy, but fortunately he had a h…
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Greg
Rogue Soft Star Shoes Review
Barefoot Shoes

Rogue Soft Star Shoes Review

Soft Star Shoes Rogue barefoot shoes review.
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Justin
Ridgewood Turkey Trot 8K—Or, how to do barefoot all wrong
Barefoot

Ridgewood Turkey Trot 8K—Or, how to do barefoot all wrong

Like many runners and other athletes, I hold several concurrent goals in mind — most of which are ever-moving targets. First is the simplest and most familiar: the shifting distance goal. At first I just wanted to work up to a 10k. Then it was maybe 15…
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Greg
Lacrosse Ball Stretches
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Lacrosse Ball Stretches

I've been attend a Crossfit style gym for about a year. I really enjoy the challenge and I've seen a lot of great results (less fat, more muscles, confidence, strength, etc.). A typical day at my gym starts with the a short warm up with things like ru…
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B2R Level 1 Strength Training Package - Review
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B2R Level 1 Strength Training Package - Review

The Born2Run brand presents itself as more than just another minimalist shoe. In addition to the footwear, there're also strength training packages, run training plans, and nutritional supplementation. I've talked to the coach, reviewed the shoes, and n…
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Greg
Tune Footwear Tassle Loafer Barefoot Shoes First Look
Barefoot Shoes

Tune Footwear Tassle Loafer Barefoot Shoes First Look

Tune Footwear has officially launched! Their dressy loafer-style barefoot shoes are now available for sale via TuneFootwear.com for $99. We previewed Tune Footwear back in late July of this year but that was prior to having seen the final product.…
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Justin
Kickstart Altum's Barefoot Dress Shoes
Barefoot Shoes

Kickstart Altum's Barefoot Dress Shoes

Some of you may have heard early rumblings about another initiative to bring suit- or slacks-ready barefoot shoes — no, I'm not talking about Primal Professionals or Tune Footwear's just arrived loafers (Surprise! Tune's are for sale now! Stay "t…
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Justin
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