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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…
Tim takes his Lontra FiveFingers out in the rain amidst the inclimate weather of Hurricane Sandy to do a water-test while exploring on a mountain bike … and tricycle. A photo journey!
The Lontra could be described as a ‘roid-raging KSO — outfitted with the most aggressive 4mm rubber, “lightly cleated” “Trek” outsole + 4mm EVA midsole and a wholly new water-resistant, tri-layered upper that’s topped off with a very aggressive ankle cuff to seriously keep stuff out. That’s how I’d put it, anyway.
The Fall 2012 Vibram FiveFingers line-up features water-resistant toe shoes in a big way! The Lontra, Speed LR and XC, Classic Fresca, and Spyridon are all coming to the U.S. and Europe is getting two new versions of the KSO Trek as well as a laced Lontra!
FiveFingers Trek Pro
FiveFingers Trek Flip
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Check out this press release from Vibram Italy:
Do you like water but only for bathin…