Veteran Runner Makes the Switch to Vibram Five Fingers KSOs

Vibram Fiver Fingers fan, Steve, recently ran in his 15th Big Sur Marathon, and his first in VFF KSOs. Steve comments on the switch:

I saw at least 3 other runners with VFFs, including a woman in purple ones, and one barefoot runner.  I got quite a few positive comments on mine and I was surprised how many had heard of VFFs and were interested in my experience with them.  I was happy to oblige and emphasized the fact that they are very comfortable to run and walk in, far more so than regular running shoes with all their padding - after running in these for 6 months regular shoes seem squishy and unstable.  There was a Vibram booth at the expo and I got to see the new Bikila - I can't wait to buy a pair!  I've been running for over 50 years, and had no trouble transitioning to KSOs, though instead of my normal 4 month marathon training cycle I started a couple months early to ease into using them just in case I had any problems.  I have no regrets about switching over, in fact I look forward to my runs more than I have in years, and as a side benefit, despite doing most of my training in the hills, for the first time in forever I have no black toenails!  VFFs Rock!

Thanks Steve! Please send us some photos when you get your Bikilas.