Anyone know anything about this shoe? Is it pretty minimalist? Thanks
Anyone know anything about this shoe? Is it pretty minimalist? Thanks
I got a pair a couple of weeks ago. They are comfortable, but I don't think I will use it for running because it is not as flexible or minimalistic as the shoes I usually run in.
It's really not very minimalist, the sole is very thick and spongy. It's pretty light though, I think about the same as Asics Speedstars in weight. They also wear out really fast, I put about 200 miles in a pair and the midsole was very deformed. If you want minimalist Nikes the Free 3.0 looks like it's going to be pretty nice, and at a claimed 6.2 oz pretty light too. Or, the Streak XC is always a favorite.
I like them. Halfway between a flat and a lightweight trainer. Neat and minimal on the outside. No funny business with stripes or waves or Pebax furbelows decorating the sides and toe, no deep crevices in the sole to catch stones. I've done 20 miles at a time without any complaints.
They also have a sole pocket for the Nike+ doodad, but I don't hold with doodads.