Sports shoes are a necessary attribute in the modern man's wardrobe. In addition to playing sports, everyone uses it for their own purpose.
Nowadays, there are many types of sports shoes and more comfortable and reliable options are being developed every day. One of these types is Five fingers running shoes from the Italian company Vibram.
About the brand
Vibram is a company that produces quality shoe soles for various applications. The manufacturer has been a leader in the sale of these products for more than a dozen years. Nowadays, the name "Vibram" applies to all types of shoes that contain soles from the Italian brand.
In 1935, the famous Italian climber Vitale Bramani, who led the ascent along the mountain trails, lost six people accompanying him. This was due to bad weather conditions, namely, the members of the expedition received severe frostbite.
Later, this was explained by the presence of shoes that did not protect well from the cold, which at that time were felt boots with a poor function of keeping warm. Thus, the outsole quickly froze, and good contact with the surface was reduced to zero. After that, the Italian decided to create an improved outsole, suitable for almost all weather changes, and the material for it was vulcanized rubber.
Features and Benefits
The main feature of running shoes is the presence of "toes" that help you feel the benefits of natural walking or running. This was the main idea of the company, because even according to doctors, no matter how comfortable the sneakers are, they significantly distort the uniform distribution of the load on the legs.
To ensure safety when running in the dark, the shoes have reflective inserts. Also, the "vibes" are equipped with a creative Speedloc lacing: it easily pulls up on the foot, which is an advantage in sports competitions.
Sole
In its composition, it has vulcanized rubber reinforced with a cast mesh. This helps to protect the foot from uneven ground surfaces, because the distance from it to the sole is only 4 mm.
The special tread pattern provides grip on any surface and the outsole can only be compared with the tires of mountain bikes. The concept of this type of footwear allowed the company to make a breakthrough in the sports industry.
Main characteristics of Vibram Fivefingers:
- Foot protection - thin sole for maximum safety.
- Good fixation with the surface - thanks to a special high-quality and thin rubber, the shoe produces the effect of "bare feet";
- The presence of microfiber in the composition allows the shoe to dry quickly;
- The presence of air-permeable inserts and an antibacterial coating ensure hygiene, both for the product and for the skin.
Weight
FiveFingers athletic shoes are incredibly lightweight. On average, men's models weigh about 220 grams, while women's models weigh 140.
Based on the recommendations and data of experts, more than 70% of nerve endings are located on the feet, so barefoot walks are beneficial for the nervous and circulatory system. The manufacturer took this into account when making the product, and as a result, such shoes are useful in terms of health.
On the top, the material of the sneaker contains specially treated fibers. Adsorption of excess moisture occurs, and the antimicrobial insole prevents the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. Therefore, you can forget about the unpleasant smell from shoes once and for all.
Convenience
Before you finally switch to "vibra" from regular sneakers, you must follow a simple rule - to observe gradual addiction. It is necessary to wear sneakers for 1 hour a day for several weeks, and only then begin to actively engage in sports. Thus, the comfort and convenience in these shoes is guaranteed.
Today, there are four types of running shoes from the Vibram company:
- Fivefingers CLASSIC - classic style with an open top;
The main purpose of this type is fitness and yoga. Also, these shoes are indispensable for long hikes and travels.
- Five Fingers KSO - closed shoe option.
Trekking, jogging, fitness, pilates - for all these types of outdoor activities, "vibrams" are ideal
- Five Fingers SPRINT - comfortable model, mainly due to the fact that it has a retainer strap around the leg;
- Five Fingers FLOW - sports shoes for water sports.
The lineup
This means that the shoes can be both classic and sporty with an open or closed top. The lineup includes both men's and women's products.
Mens
Color palette for men's models: dark olive, orange, black and yellow colors:
- EL-X (CLASSIC-2) M;
- CVT LS M 0601 in gray tones;
- CLASSIC M 108
- KSO EVO M 0107 black;
- BIKILA EVO M 3502 in yellow-blue colors;
- KMD EVO M 4001;
- Black and blue KMD Sport LS M 3701;
- SIGNA M 0201;
- Spyridon MR Elite M.
Womens
Women's models are available in orange, pink, gray and gray colors:
- FiveFingers Vibram Bikila pink-orange-gray 40
- FiveFingers Vibram Bikila LS black-gray 44
- FiveFingers Vibram KSO black 48
- FiveFingers Vibram Spyridon MR 43
- FiveFingers Vibram KSO black
- FiveFingers Vibram Bikila LS black-gray 45
- Trek Ascent Insulated M 5301
- Trek Ascent M 4701
Vibram footwear is widely advertised by medical professionals, but despite the large number of advantages, the consumer should judge the comfort.
Price
As a rule, the price range for this type of footwear varies from 2,500 to 7,000 rubles. At first glance, it seems that the cost is quite high, but each model justifies the investment.
Where can one buy?
Five Fingers sports shoes can be bought only on the official website of the company and from local dealers. You should carefully approach the place of purchase of the goods, as cases of unauthorized trade are very common.
After the release of the first line of shoes, the manufacturer faced the problem of product falsification. This is due to the fact that unofficial foreign sites sell sports shoes under the trade name of the official manufacturer. To deceive buyers, unregistered companies are actively selling goods with the Vibram brand logo.
The manufacturer is actively fighting any cases of fraud and has issued a memo on how to recognize a fake:
- The “manufacturer” does not leave contact information, and in the event of a call to the hotline, you can hear an answering machine in response;
- all stores that cooperate with an official firm must have the status of local dealers. This information is indicated on the official website of the company. If the store from which the product is purchased is not included in this list, this is a real case of fraud;
- if sports shoes are sold with a discount of 15% or more, this indicates a low quality of goods and a possible fake;
- very often, fraudulent firms present goods in online auctions. An official company is prohibited from doing this;
- An important fact: all materials describing shoes on fraudulent sites are inaccurate, and the photos of products are low resolution.
Reviews
Many users have noted a number of positive qualities of this brand's footwear. Of all, it should be noted:
“My fitness classes have been going on for 10 years. Today, these are Pilates and Yoga. I tried a lot of sneakers, sneakers and other athletic shoes, but now I don't have them at all. In just a year, all this goodness was supplanted by the Vibrams! They are perfect for my leg size and minimize the load. "
Olga
“My wife and I decided to buy Five Fingers for walking after work. We wanted to choose discreet models, gray or black colors. But when they saw this diverse palette, they were instantly confused. As a result, they purchased sneakers in yellow and blue colors. The cost of shoes is certainly not cheap, but the price has paid off completely. "
Stas
“When I first put on these shoes, it felt extraordinary. Before that, I practically did not go in for sports, my legs could not get used to these shoes. After spreading them a little, the effect was not long in coming - the blood circulation improved markedly, the position of the leg is now correct and the feeling of heaviness has disappeared! "
Sveta
“My brother bought this shoe a few years ago and I couldn't help laughing. I've never seen such a shoe shape! I bet that these sneakers will fall apart after a couple of weeks of active walks. My brother was mastering new shoes, gradually wearing them out. A year and a half has passed, but it feels like they were just standing in my brother's closet. The shoes are completely intact! I decided to buy myself the same pair, as an experiment, now I will not exchange for anything else! "
Dmitry
“I work as a choreographer and fitness trainer. In any dance or workout, I appreciate the ease of movement and the feeling of freedom. I knew about the existence of Five Fingers shoes but did not decide to buy, let alone advise colleagues in the shop. When I dared and bought this wonderful shoe, I felt a pleasant lightness, the feeling of constraint disappeared. I am pleased with the wide range of color palette, I myself have purchased pink sneakers, they look very lively. The sole is stable, the foot is well fixed to the surface. I recommend Vibams to everyone!
Inna
Sports shoes for jogging and other sports have firmly strengthened their position in everyday life. The Five Fingers did it much better. It should be noted that before buying this product, you should consult a specialist, and on the official website of the manufacturer, you can choose shoes in all parameters and in accordance with the dimensional grid.
