Sep. 16, 2014 - CHEYENNE, Wyo. -- OutdoorGearLab, the outdoor gear review online authority has recently set live a review of top minimalist and barefoot shoes. For this review, gear Editor Jimmy Elam logged over fifty miles in each pair testing how well each one performed in the areas of foot protection, ground feeling, comfort, weight and traction while running high up in the Eastern Sierra’s. After completing these tests, Elam gave scores to of each
one of the contenders. Based on these scores, OutdoorGearLab granted awards to the Editors’ Choice, Top Pick and Best Buy award winning products. Elam includes in the review an overview of the different types of running footwear choices available on the market today, including traditional, minimal and barefoot running footwear. He also elaborates on just what exactly classifies footwear as being minimal and barefoot. Also included in this review is a helpful buying advice article that goes into even greater depth about the difference between these options.
Editors’ Choice – New Balance Minimus 10v2 Trail
The New Balance Minimus proved to be a favorite among testers for having a perfect balance of traction, flexibility and comfort. The Vibram outsole with its non-directional treads offers great traction and a very grippy and sensitive feel of the road. Gear Editor Elam states, “The Minimus Trail was extremely comfortable and flexible. It was the lightest model we tested and features so much flexibility that it has the capability of rolling up into a ball. We thought this product was exceptionally wonderful and would wear it for running on trail or road any day.”
Top Pick – Inov8 Trailroc 245
The Inov8 Trailroc 245 is constructed with a rock plate in the sole to provide protection to the wearer’s feet. Reviewers were extremely impressed with this protective quality and its exceptionally durable outsole. Editor Elam explains, “We wore the Trailroc on the most brutal and unrelenting terrain we could find and were quite literally astonished at how well it handled. We intentionally sought out sharp, rough rocks to run on in order to test the Meta-shank rock plate and our feet were definitely protected from bruising and our ankles felt solid and not susceptible to rolling, but the plate did obstruct our foot sensitivity to feeling the ground. This design is a good choice for runners who are new to minimalist footwear and would prefer a product with more of a protective and secure outsole.”
Best Buy – Nike Free 5.0
The Nike Free 5.0 barely qualifies as minimalist running footwear because the heel is too high, they are too heavy and not very durable or sensitive to feeling the ground. They do make an excellent economical transitional shoe for those just delving into the area of barefoot footwear and feel that they need extra protection or to strengthen their feet. According to gear Editor Elam, “The Free 5.0 is the most versitle product we tested. We liked how they look and deemed them the fashion pick of the lot. The Free 5.0’s were extremely comfortable, versitle and flexible. We highly recommend them for those looking for a transition shoe into the barefoot world. Those who spend a lot of time standing or walking will appreciate their comfort and support as well.”
OutdoorGearLab, LLC, based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, creates the world’s best outdoor gear reviews through detailed side-by-side comparison tests. The website, OutdoorGearLab, is a free resource for outdoor enthusiasts who participate in activities such as skiing, running, climbing, biking, hiking, backpacking, and camping. The Review Editor’s perform head-to-head tests of popular outdoor gear, and then publish the results in comprehensive comparison reviews. Each model is scored across a range of weighted metrics most relevant to that product's category, then competing products are ranked, and awards are given to top performing, highest scoring products.
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