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Vibram Five Fingers KSO Trek Review

Review of the Vibram Five Fingers KSO Trek leather barefoot toe shoes for hiking and trail running. Complete with photos and discussion of design, sizing, and performance and where to buy.

• Post author By Justin
• Post date January 12, 2010
• 51 Comments on Vibram Five Fingers KSO Trek Review

Back in September, I first got my feet in a pair of the kangaroo leather-clad, aggressively-lugged Five Fingers KSO Trek (See me unbox the Vibram Five Fingers KSO Trek here and also my first impressions after a trail run in Trek FiveFingers [initial review] here). Since then, I’ve mostly been testing them as my everyday VFFs, but I’ve also had the chance to hike and run in them.

Though I’ll go into more detail on the KSO Treks below, in short, the Treks are a compelling, ground-breaking product that take the minimalist Five Fingers foot glove model, add super-comfy, water-resistant leather (though in total the Treks aren’t waterproof), and adapt it for the type of terrain you get out in nature. Compared to standard VFFs, the Treks provide a smidge of added comfort on the trails through an ever-so-slightly thicker sole and a bit of EVA. Meanwhile, they are the most aesthetically acceptable, least freaky of the Vibram Five Fingers family. In black or brown suede-up kangaroo leather, the Treks marry form and function — they’re the most likely VFFs to go unnoticed in public while allowing you to outrun a bear in the woods — in theory and if you’re really fast, anyway*. If you want to pick up a pair, check out the Birthday Shoes Store for reputatble Online Retailers of Vibram Five Fingers!

Design and Aesthetic

Two factors stand out as distinguishing characteristics of the KSO Trek as compared to the standard KSO : the lugged sole, which includes 4mm EVA to protect against “stone-bruising,” and the use of kangaroo leather as the main material.

The sole of the KSO Trek (Image: KSO Trek sole ) has an aggressive tread that utilizes plus-shaped Vibram rubber “cleats,” is beefiest and most rugged at the midfoot, and culminates at the toes with angled, ridged toes. In my testing, this tread definitely provided improved grip on loose or muddy terrain as compared to the standard VFF sole. Razor siping simply doesn’t do much for your feet on ground that gives underneath your weight. I found the KSO Treks inspired confidence while bounding up steep grades at a local natural wooded park here in Atlanta.

That said, as ultra-runner Leif Rustvold put it , “[T]he Treks sacrifice a certain amount of the dynamic grip I’ve come to enjoy for the static grip of their increased tread.” On the flipside, Leif remarked that in the KSO Treks he was able to “bomb down a trail” similar to how he would in traditional shoes.

As with all treaded shoes, mud can gunk up the works. That said, my KSO Treks cleared mud fairly quickly as soon as they had the chance to tread on hard packed or just less muddy ground or rockbeds.

Despite the added thickness of the KSO Trek sole , there is still a remarkable amount of information transferred from the ground to the foot. It’s less than you get with KSOs, which is less than you get with Classics, but it still beats the pants off a regular shoe.

I took a few measurements at the heel, arch, and forefoot of the KSO trek and the KSO using skinfold calipers. Though I found it difficult to get consistent measurements, the chart below should give you some idea of not only the difference in thickness between KSO Trek and KSO, but also in the compressibility of the 4mm EVA midsole in the KSO Trek.

Note : I measured the heel thickness at one of the plus-sized lugs on the Treks. The forefoot thickness was measured at the row of tread behind the toes of the Treks. Similar points were measured on the standard KSOs

The lugged sole compresses comfortably on smooth surfaces (You won’t feel the cleats poking you) making the KSO Treks comfortable for use on the trail, running on asphalt, or just bounding about around town or at work. By the way, if you’re wondering, the EVA is easily discernible on the brown KSO Treks — it is that greyish material between the black Vibram sole and the leather ( Seen in profile here ).

One word of caution: the ridged toes are designed not only to snag the earth, but also to allow for upward flex of the toes. Perhaps unavoidably, this combination of grip-ability and flexibility is accomplished by way of a thin line of Vibram rubber at the base of each ridged toe that separates the toe ridges from the rest of the sole. This may be a weak point on the soles as one forum member has seen the rubber tear here (See this image from Kevin | forum discussion here ).

As far as the kangaroo leather is concerned most will find it a welcome addition to the KSO Trek line. Not only is the leather buttery smooth, feeling great on your feet (The footbed is also leather), it is water-resistant ( Not waterproof but the kangaroo leather does not hold water ), breathes better than the synthetic material found in other VFFs. It’s also intended to be durable enough to prevent snags and tears. I’ve not experienced any snags or tears nor have I seen any from users to date, so the stronger leather material does seem to make the Treks more durable for hard conditions.

It’s also been my experience with natural materials like leather that they are less likely to acquire odors. To date, my KSO Treks have not acquired the feared VFF stank.

There have been some sole-to-leather adherence issues where the soles are detaching at the edges from the leather upper. To the extent that this has happened, wearers have re-glued using Shoe Goo or some other adhesive. If I had to guess, this is probably due to the innate problems of binding unlike materials — particularly leather. I’ve seen it a bit on the heels of my Treks, but it hasn’t caused any problems. Hopefully, this issue will be addressed

From an aesthetic point of view , the KSO Treks are the most incognito FiveFingers to date. They look the most shoe-like and leather says “expensive” more than it says “weird.” Wearing the Treks around town, my VFFs tend to go unnoticed—not sure if I like that or not, but this could be welcome to many who tire of having their feet constantly stared at by strangers!

For casual style, I like the look of the KSO Treks with cargo pants (and stroller) as seen here or perched on a rock in the VFF Treks amidst a hike here. If you’re workspace is a bit more casually inclined, there are some who are sporting their Treks on the job (See Alan at work in Treks and Luis at work in Treks ).

Performance of the KSO Trek

The whole point of the KSO Trek, in addition to some stone-bruising protection, is “improved traction on trails and over more rugged terrain.” I’ve used my Treks for hiking, trail running , and everyday wear.

On the trail, the Treks deliver as far as providing added traction on mud, steep inclines, and varied terrain. I found myself bounding up steep embankments with considerably more confidence than in the laser-siped standard KSO FiveFingers. I also noticed a bit less poking and prodding from random ground protrusions thanks to the compression and cushioning, as minor as it may be, from the EVA.

Again, the KSO Trek is not waterproof and water will seep into the toe pockets at the seams and through the synthetic material on the sidewalls of each toe. Even still, the additional ground clearance you get with the Treks combined with the overall use of the amazingly water-resistant leather combines for a less soaked VFF when crossing the odd creekbed.

A few VFFers have already put their Treks to somewhat extreme tests on the trail and/or road and their experiences have been overwhelmingly positive:

• Barefoot Ted ran the Leadville 100 ultramarathon in KSO Treks
• Leif Rustvold ran a 100 mile ultramarathon in his FiveFinger Treks
• Juergs ran a 50K in his KSO Treks — Also, see Juergs’ training notes
• Chad ran a marathon in KSO Treks — see Chad’s initial thoughts

All in all, I’ve yet to find someone who wasn’t satisfied with the performance of their KSO Treks.

Overall thoughts on the KSO Trek

At $125 MSRP in the U.S., the KSO Trek is not cheap, unfortunately, but if you’re savvy, you should be able to find a pair on sale from a local retailer or on the internet (So keep your eyes open and shop around!).

Sizing and other considerations, including KSO Treks for Women and Small-footed men

The KSO Trek sizes the same as the standard KSO with one caveat. I’m a size 43 in KSOs and I find my size 43 KSO Treks to fit exactly the same—except they are a bit more snug on the top. Unlike the KSO’s stretchy synthetic fabric and mesh-upper , the KSO Trek upper is less-stretchy leather. In order for the KSO Treks to accommodate different insteps, the Trek stretches by way of slits in the leather which are bound together with stretchy synthetic material (Described as the “ sock liner ,” see this photo and note the lines going away from the ankle — those are the slits).

On socks: many have asked if you need to size up for socks. Like most VFFs, sizing up to accommodate socks is unnecessary — exceptions being if your VFFs are already very snug (toes right up close to the end of the pocket), socks may be the “last straw” that make your feet too big. If this is you, it’s highly recommended you try on a pair in person first to figure out sizing!

Overall, the KSO Treks are more snug on top of the foot compared to the standard KSO. This may be a concern for you if you have KSOs or Sprints and already know you have a high instep, typically denoted by how far the strap crosses back over the top of your foot. Forum member desaulniers covered this in a helpful video comparison of the KSO Trek with the KSO .

As of the date of this review, the Five Fingers KSO Trek is only available in men’s sizes from 40 – 47. Thankfully, Vibram will be releasing the KSO Trek in late spring 2010 in women’s sizes and additionally in size 38 and 39 for men (see the KSO Trek for women announcement discussion here).

Expanded sizes for men and women’s KSO Treks are now available!

Note on the cargo pants pictured in this review: Those cargo pants I’m wearing have a drawstring at the hem, so you can tie them up so they don’t drag with your VFFs. They’re great for hiking and pretty stylish, too! You can pick them up via Amazon (that’s where I got mine). Sizing is a bit tricky — I’m a 32×32 and wear a medium (I’ve gotten a lot of requests about where I got these pants, so that’s why I’m mentioning it!).

Additional reading:

• Unboxing the KSO Trek (Video), initial thoughts, and photos
• First trail run in the Five Fingers KSO Treks
• BirthdayShoes Forum discussion of the KSO Trek
• Find a KSO Trek Online Retailer at the Store

If you have any questions about the Five Fingers KSO Trek, or would like me to go into further depth on a particular part of this review, please leave feedback below.

* Do not take my advice as far as what to do when approached by a bear.

Disclaimer: CitySports is an online retailer that supports BirthdayShoes by way of affiliate links. Any purchases you make through CitySports links will go to supporting this VFF fan community!

See our post on “ Barefoot Running Shoes ” to see where KSO Treks fall on our Barefoot Running Shoes Continuum.

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Justin Owings is a deadlifting dad of three, working from Atlanta. When he's not chasing his three kids around, you'll find him trying to understand systems, risk, and human behavior.

51 replies on “Vibram Five Fingers KSO Trek Review”

I have gotten the comment that my black treks look like gorilla feet, which is funny and kind of true. Although i agree that they are the most dressy and least flashy VFFs. I LOVE THEM

Great update/review as always Justin! My 2 cents on the Treks. Last weekend i finally used to hike the Manitou Incline in Colorado (typically wear Flows), It was 40 at the base and below freezing at the top. Snow pack in places, mostly at the top. These VFFs surprised me. I knew they would have great traction, but thought i would have a slip here and there. i never slipped on the packed snow or on the icy spots. After about 45min i could feel the toes getting cold, at the top my toes were cold but not bad. On the decent my feet and toes warmed up. BTW I love leaving VFF footprints on the trails.

Great review, Justin. I would like to add that the Treks are considerably warmer than the KSOs and make for good winter wear, either running or just kicking around. I’ve noticed that they don’t pick up the funky smell as readily as the other VFFs, due in part to the leather upper and the increased wearing of Injinji socks during winter. I’ve washed mine a half dozen times (air dry only) without problems.

Thanks for the review. I still don’t know if I would pay more for the Treks to give up any of the sensitivity that I get with the KSOs. It may not be a huge difference though, as you say, and would definitely like to feel more secure when jumping on a wet rock compared to my KSOs, which become much more slippery on wet objects. BTW, not to nitpick, but I think the term is “razor siping” (as opposed to “laser siping”) as described by Vibram here: http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/products/products_KSO_m.cfm

Great point Chad — they definitely feel warmer than standard KSOs. May update the review to include that!

You are correct and I appreciate the nitpick. Not sure how I got lasers on the brain. Corrected thanks to you.

Awesome! Finally got mine off backorder today!

http://twitpic.com/y4kh3

I literally fell upon these while looking for a calculator for big fingers on line last week, after many hours of reaading and watching youtube videos i have decided to purchase a pair of VFF KSO Trek’s. I purchased them from the Kayak Shed in Oregon and they are being shipped to New Brunswick Canada, on the East Coast!!

All I can say is I cant wait!!!!

Wow, I had no idea there was a trek version (which I would have gotten) better suited to my life. KSO’s are a bit slick for my haunts (Alaska and Big Island Hawaii) which have a LOT of mud. Many, just when I think I have the right shoes! When I went to VFF site in August to read and find a place to purchase, there was no mention of the “trek”. Thanks for posting. Now I have to spend another $100!!

Great review. was just wondering how they would with water? Im right on the beach so if i was in the water how would they hold up and dry afterwards?

They’d probably do fine but I would be marginally concerned that salt water might degrade the leather over time. I wonder if regular KSOs wouldn’t be a better choice for that application:

https://birthdayshoes.com/review-of-vibram-five-fingers-kso-keep-stuff-out

Greg and Justin, I can tell you they smell like dead fish the next day. I soaked them in 60%vinegar for a day and washed them. They were good as new (smell that is).

I have already owned a pair of trek. I am running the Marathon des Sables in early April this year.

The question is: for those who have run in desert conditions before, can KSO trek handle the rocky terrain on this kind of course?

I just picked up a pair of Black KSO’s and love them! I tried on two other styles but came to the KSO and there was no turning back. The only thing I want now is another pair.

i already own a pair of the kso and there is a place that is thinner on the right foot close to the toes.. is there patches or replacement warranty but the trek looks to be thicker on the bottom so maybe they might last longer.

How do you think the KSO Treks would fare in a mud run?

i have a pair of kso’s but i am considering the treks, i just want some feed back on wich ones you like better

I like the KSO Treks better for trail running and for nicer wear (they just look NICE). The KSOs are great for more ground feel/everyday casual wear. I’d probably go with KSOs for asphalt running over Treks, too, as they afford more ground feel. Even better, go with Sprints.

Also check the definitive guide to KSO Five Fingers .

Hey Justin,

I’ve been looking into getting a pair of VFFs and seeing as how your detailed reviews and videos have helped quite a bit I figured I’d come to you to help in final decision making. Ok, so I, as a college student, don’t have much to spend, so multiple models of VFFs are out of the question. If I had to purchase ONE pair of VFFs, would you recommend the Treks? I want the VFF model that is the most versatile as far as activities go (outdoorsy as well as casual out and about), the most durable, but still has that “barefoot” feel. I am worried that due to the thicker sole I would be compromising in this last area. Anywho I want to make a decision soon because I have the opportunity of getting the Treks for $100 instead of $125. What is your opinion?

It’s a really tough call. Trek hands down wins out for:

– style – durability – traction on rough terrain

You definitely lose some of that barefoot feel though and for barefoot-feel comfort, I’d go with Classics (or even Sprints worn loosely). If your decision is between KSO and KSO Trek, I’d probably go Trek.

Sorry it’s not more clearcut — you ultimately can’t go wrong though!

Has anyone successfully bought these shoes off the vibramfivefingers.com website after April 5th?

I tried buying a pair on April 5th and saw their sign talking about “[increasing] our online transaction security”. My card got declined – I checked with the card issuer and made sure all the details were okay. Then I tried a bunch more times and my card got declined each time. And then I found from the card issuer that they were posting charges on my card anyway! 13 charges, to be exact…!

I emailed them at [email protected] on April 5th and still haven’t gotten a reply or even an acknowledgment of my email. I tried buying them again today (April 20th), but I have the exact same problem, so nothing has been fixed.

I’m using a US dollar VISA card from Canada, but I’ve made those kinds of purchases before, i.e. at Amazon.

Anyone else experiencing something similar?

Normally, I would have already decided not to give VFF a single cent of my money, but yea.. I need to find some other company that makes “barefoot running” shoes and support them instead.

I have to say though – this is the worst experience I have ever had with an online retailer, by far.

Hey everyone, I gotta say I’ve been pumped for quite some time to buy a pair of vibrams. Everytime I go to purchase them I get a little nervous though, as I don’t want to make the wrong decision. The treks are by far my top choice, but I was wondering if anyone could help me with the info/review for their ability in the water. I don’t plan on diving in them, but I don’t want to have to take them off if I cut/swim through a river/lake, if anyone can give some info it would help out extremely. Thanks.

I’m excited to see that the women’s models are now available! YAY! My only issue is the kangaroo leather. Does anyone else feel guilty wearing it?! Maybe I’m a hippocrite, because cow leather doesn’t bother me – I figure, there are enough cows being eaten that the leather is just a byproduct. But kangaroos? Are they being killed just to make my vibrams? Maybe I’m just being a tree-hugger, but I really wish they would use a synthetic leather on these shoes!

Kangaroo in Australia is analogous to cattle in the U.S. — they actually kill kangaroos in Australia for the meat! Seriously.

I bought my KSO’s after injuring my back doing SAR jumps in the san diego bay, and I can honestly say that they relieved a lot of the pain that I was feeling from compressing my spine at T-4,T-5, and T-6. I have since then logged a couple of hundred miles of hiking, running, and quite a few hours of crossfit/sealfit on them.

I’ve been wearing them on non-skid on the ship that i’m deployed on right now for the past 3 months, and they still look like brand new. So far they’ve explored california, hawaii, brunei, thailand, indonesia, malaysia, and singapore.

I can’t wait to get back and buy a pair of trek’s for hunting, hiking.

I guess the only “bad” thing that I have to say about my KSO’s is that they make me want to act like a complete hooligan when I wear them. Climbing and jumping on top of everything I can find lol.

Very nice detailed review!

I actually just finished hiking with my regular VFF KSOs and there were areas with a lot of rocks where I wish the rubber soles of the KSOs were a little thicker as I stepped on some that hurt a bit (especially when going downhill, I had to take it slowly).

I saw something about the Trek version before I bought my KSOs and thought about Treks as I was hiking and wondering whether this would give better protection for rocky terrains and your review confirmed it.

It looks I’ll be getting a pair of Treks very soon as I’m planning on hiking almost every weekend! Thanks for sharing!

Chad, I agree, wearing these shoes are so much fun that it makes you want to just jump and climb on things (I was actually doing this earlier today whenever I see big rocks)!

I’ve been seriously considering buying these, but its the water issue that concerns me. I live in the Pacific Northwest and the trails here aren’t exactly dry any time of the year but now. I want to be able to wear my VFF’s year round, and can’t decide whether the KSO or the KSO Trek would be a better decision for me. The trails I tend to be on aren’t too difficult, but during the winter, there are some hills where the extra traction might be nice. At the same time, it would be more damp and muddy, making the KSO’s slightly more desirable due to them being easier to clean and maintain.

Any thoughts/suggestions? I can’t decide!

Too bad I didn’t happen to see this two days ago when I ended up buying my KSO’s from whole earth provisions. I did mention for the most rugged VFF from the clerk, but they didn’t have any bigger sizes in the trek, which I thought was just the same as the KSO, but with leather material instead of the stretchy other).

Bought the KSO’s, and played Disc Golf in a pretty rugged course. Ended up raining early on, everything was fine until a little jog on one of the transition trails and slipped on a log step. That hurt a lot. So I came online today to complain, but now I found out I didn’t pick the right one. Looks like I’m potentially 80 bucks down the whole, with a pair of “shoes” that can’t cut it for it’s original purpose. Trying to think positive. I LOVE my KSO’s…but the thought of treks instead keeps worming it’s way into my head.

Justin, I’m debating between the KSO Treks and the new Bikilas. I have some KSOs and have used them for trail running and street running. I have hit some rocks/sticks on the trail, and bruised my foot. And my feet just seem to get tired after a mile or so on the streets.

I primarily run on the streets.

Which shoe has a thicker, more padded sole — the Trek or the Bikila?

Which would you recommend for street running?

— Mark

I’m looking to get my first fivefingers, and just can’t decide between these or the regular KSOs. I like these because of the extra protection and leather exterior, but not sure if they are too thick soled to really give the barefoot experience..I live in a coldish climate and while do don’t do any trekking, I am planning to start. I would mainly be wearing them around a city though (lots of broken glass..). I’m also wondering if injinji socks will fit alright in the treks at my size, or if I need to go a size up…

I had a feeling that kangaroos were Australia’s equivalent to America’s cattle. Somehow I expect the treatment is less cruel towards the kangaroo than our disgusting cow factories. At least more of the animal is being used, the portion turned into leather might otherwise go to waste.

Re. Trail running, be more watchful silly! I’m just teasing, I prefer trails over street to avoid that horrid pounding on the pavement.

Is it ok to run on asphalt or cement with the treks?

Sure you can — might not get as much life out of the tread, but it’s doable (and many people do).

Okay, here is my deal. I have a pair of Sprints and just got a pair of Flows. The Flows were way too small and I have to return them(got them online). Now I am debating on upgrading to the Treks. I got the Flows b/c it’s getting cold and the Sprints are in no way warm, especially when walking on cold ground. Every time I put on regular shoes my knees hurt but, I stand all day at work. The sprints are awesome but a little harsh on hard man made floors. So, I am wondering if I should go ahead and get the Treks since I would like to trail run in harsh conditions and have a little more padding on the hard floors. How do the Treks compare to the Flows as far as warmth? Am I just whining about the hard floor thing? I just feel like we were never meant to stand on these floors all day so, pure barefooting could be compromised a little. hope people are still reading this. I need to return these things soon. Thanks

I just finished an ultramarathon in the rugged hills of Hong Kong on a very cold and blustery day. 100km in Vibram Five Fingers KSOTrek. Check out my website for the race report.

I recently had to toss my kso treks because the leather separated from the soles. Where can I find that shoe goo to glue them back together?

I’d like to ask for your advice 🙂 I’m about to buy my 1st pair of VFF and I can’t make out which one is best for the Dutch weather. We get lots of rain here, so I’d like to know which VFF would you recommend, aside the Flow model.

In your opinion, are there any other types of VFFs that can keep my feet dry?(am mostly interested about the fabric in between the toes, is it rain proof or not)

The rain amount is not rainforest insane, but enough to pierce through fabric.

What is WRONG with you people?!?! Do you not know that baby joeys (roo babies) are picked up daily as orphans in Australia due to the practice of shooting mothers in the wild to sell their skins to companies like Vibram?? Even mature Joeys cannot survive on their own and are left to starve or die from the elements alone without their mother!!!! Hunters shoot mothers in the neck (a very slow, painful death) and stomp on the Joeys head. HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR SHOES THAT MUCH SENSELESS PEOPLE!!!! There is an alternative, demand they are caught and killed in a different way and NOT babies or their mothers!!!

I did not know this about kangaroos.

I won’t buy the kangaroo now.

Now please stop yelling and assuming everyone knows about this.

So I was asking some of my friends about the use of kangaroo leather in these shoes, and they were kind of disgusted. So my question is: does anyone know if the animal is used for something else when used for the VFF trek.

Justin, Do you know if there would be a way to buy some of the top strap material from Vibram? I would like to make a cover for the exposed velcro that my uberwide feet leave (1.5″L, 2″R), and I want it to match as close as possible to the KSO Trek brown leather as possible. Might be a cottage industry there, making some mods with factory materials…

Thanks for your site!

I have tried on size 43 as well as size 44 KSO Treks, and don’t know what is better. The 43s have my big toe right up against the tip of the shoe, but don’t hurt–and the rest of the shoe fits like a glove and comfortable. The 44s allow my big toe just the right amount of space before it touches the end of the shoe, but the rest of the shoe is loose around the rest of my foot and requires me to cinch up the velcroe strap quite a bit. The 43s seem better due to the snug fit, but, if I go running will that bother my big toe? Also, will the leather shrink a bit and tighten up even more on my big toe, after it gets wet and dries?? I would appreciate any advice on your experiences actually using the shoes in wet situations before deciding on these spendy shoes!

thanks, Jareb

Hi, I wonder Is it necessary to wear sock with VFF???

Hi there! I am wondering if anyone has done “waterproofing” on their KSO Treks. I am getting a pair for hiking which involves crossing a creek every now and then. I just wanna keep my feet dry. Thanks.

While these are undoubtedly my favorite hiking shoes, and are also quite comfortable to wear around town, the author isn’t kidding when he said these aren’t waterproof. The mesh between your toes makes no effort to shed any water what so ever, forget early morning runs through a grass field, the dew alone will soak your toes. That being said, the kangaroo leather used is fantastically water resistant, and has kept my “heels” very dry. I recall a night I spent up in Syracuse, NY with my significant other. We had decided to walk down the street and check out a local Mexican restaurant. On the way I managed to step in a puddle no deeper than the width of my pinky finger, and I spent the rest of the night with cold damp toes. However, once the shoes are off, they do dry within an hour or so.

Wet toes aside, these shoes are fantastic; the black ones (I don’t own the brown ones so I can’t say) look great with cargo pants and a button down shirt, and very few people notice them, though when my supervisor did, she encouraged me to wear them more often 😛 They’re super comfortable on trails and the ability to grip the ground with your toes is simply invaluable. Though if you like to jump across streams rock to rock, watch your heels, I managed to bruise my heel last week doing just this.

I got some KSO Trek’s (black) 2 weeks ago and have worn them every day (with socks, since it’s winter here) and apart from some initial calf muscle soreness they’ve been great!

Lots of questions from people in the lift and around work. (We have a casual dress code, yay)

I’ve used some leather waterproofer and it’s seemed to work OK so far, though I havn’t stepped into any big puddles!

Lovin this barefoot lifestyle after 69 years of being shod. Use Inov8’s at work, Stem’s for dress, and VFF’s for speedwalking. I have been using Bikilas for about six months, and I still bruise really easily. Just finished a half marathon that had a mile of killer stones. I want a thicker sole, and it appears the KSO Trek is the best. Agreed? Dale, in Seattle.

Just wanted to raise a bit of awareness on the durability of these shoes, just got a second pair after 2 months on the first not running too much in them. Here’s the comparison in photo form. http://imgur.com/a/kFmWE/embed#0 Note the upper tread bar and the crosses I would almost go as far to say it seems like these shoes are good for one run than toss em. Other than that they’ve been great to run in :). (Not on concrete, that hurts and I can’t think of a faster way to get stress fractures)

As for wear, I’m still wearing my first pair of KSO Treks purchased 2 yrs ago. I’ve had to repair a big toe that ripped out (my fault) with Shoe Goo. I wear them frequently for walking and hiking on pavement and trails. I have purchased 2 additional pairs and warehousing them until the first pair is retired. Just got back from a 10 day trip in Italy where I probably spent 10 hrs daily on pavement and stone streets. I wore only KSO Treks and KSOs–my all time favorite shoes when dress code allows.

so i’m just trying to figure out how to clean these shoes properly as i’ve had them a while and i hear you can just throw vibrams in the washer or wash them in the shower but the leather makes me worried that i’m going to ruin them…

I was wondering if others have done a Tough Mudder, Spartan Race or similar in KSO’s? After crawling through 1/4 mile of mud (and since I live in Colorado, rocks as well) I found I had a lot of gravel in my KSO’s. I’m sure others had rocks in their shoes as well, but “normal” shoes are easy to take off, clean out, then put back on. Is there any method people have used to keep debris out of their KSO’s? I was thinking of an ankle-heel wrap, but then I’m running with an ACE bandage on the outside of my shoe!

Would the Vibram trek be ok for weight training? I’m a fan of the look or lack there of

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Gear Review: Vibram FiveFingers KSO Trek

Barefoot running with shoes..

If you’re shy about talking to strangers or self-conscious when people stare at your feet and whisper to their friends, the Vibram FiveFingers line of shoes will help you overcome your fears. You will find yourself in conversations in the supermarket checkout line or with random passersby on the street. Everyone wants to know, “Are those shoes?” (Answer: Sort of.) “Are they comfortable?” (Answer: yes.)

The deal with the Vibram FiveFingers KSO Trek is that it’s designed to trick your feet into thinking they’re naked. The proponents of barefoot running claim all sorts of benefits to going sans shoes. Enhanced leg and foot strength, reduced injuries, improved posture and balance, the list is fairly extensive. The hypothesis is that our bodies were designed to be barefoot and to run around on uneven surfaces. But shoes and the flat floors we walk on have weakened our muscles and connective tissues, dulling our reactions and agility. Think of barefooting like going organic for the shoe crowd.

I’m a regular runner and believer in compound, body-weight exercises, so I was intrigued by the idea of barefoot running. But I also have soft, baby-like feet completely devoid of calluses, and the thought of running around trails barefoot filled my imagination with nightmarish visions of imbedded twigs and infected cuts.

I promise you this: The KSO Treks are unlike any other shoes you’ve ever worn. Instead of supporting your foot, they simply protect it from sharp things and let your foot move naturally. Most noticeable, they have a small pocket for each toe, like gloves for your feet, to let your toes move individually. It’s as close to being barefoot as you can get without risking your skin to the ground. The thin rubber sole provides just a bit of cushion, enough to take the jarring edge off from walking on concrete, but doesn’t feel that different from wearing regular shoes.

The first thing you’ll notice is that the FiveFingers are a little harder to put on than normal shoes. With a little practice I was able to do it in about 1 minute, but getting each toe into its little slot took a little concentration. Sizing is very important, and if your second toe is a lot longer than your big toe you might be out of luck. Vibram recommends starting slowly since your muscles and connectors have a lifetime of atrophy to overcome. Eventually I grew confident enough to wear them on short hikes into the Colorado Rockies around Breckenridge and on dayhikes around northern Virginia. The traction from the grippy Vibram sole is superb, and I liked being able to feel what was underfoot. I really did feel more in tune with my feet while on the trail instead of mindlessly clomping along. Be cautious, though, since stubbing your toe feels pretty close to what it would be like barefoot.

The KSO Trek is the most rugged of the FiveFingers line, designed for light trail walking and running. Some of the other models have stretchy fabric uppers, the KSO Treks have kangaroo leather which is very soft and dries quickly.

You definitely won’t find me running a marathon in these, although I’m sure some people have. The heel strikes while running were too jolting, especially on pavement, for me to enjoy the experience. On hikes I didn’t feel like I had enough support to carry an overnight pack, although I did appreciate the light weight (11.5 oz. per pair) on steep dayhikes. I appreciated the KSO Treks the most during my calisthenics workouts. Jumping, lunging, sprinting and kicking all felt remarkably good, There are fierce advocates on each side of the debate, with boot and shoe companies claiming that you’re risking a broken ankle or stressed Achilles’ tendons. On the other side are the barefooters who insist that a return to nature is the solution for stronger, more resilient legs. I’m not a doctor and won’t comment on the medical benefits, but if you want to dip your toes into the barefoot movement, the KSO Treks are a great option for trying it out while keeping your feet protected.

The Specs $125 11.4 oz. (men’s 42 on BP scales) Available sizes: Euro 40-47 www.vibramfivefingers.com

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Vibram Fivefingers KSO Trek Mens

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• Best for: Trail running, light trekking, cold-exposure, fitness walking, travel, and general outdoor use
• Individual toe pockets separate and strengthen toes, improving balance, agility, and range of motion
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Vibram FiveFinger TrekSport

Looking for a pair of KSO’s that will go just a little farther? The FiveFingers TrekSport is your answer. They’re everything you love about the KSO’s plus a lightly cleated sole for some extra traction on the trails. Or, on the flip-side, everything you love about the KSO Trek but for a few bucks less.

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What These FiveFingers Will Help You Do

Same as the KSO’s, there’s not much you can’t do in the TrekSport, but they really excel at:

• Running (especially trail running)

People Who Should Buy the Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport

• Trail runners
• If you frequently spend time covering rough terrain (i.e. broken asphalt, gravel roads, etc)

You Shouldn’t Buy These FiveFingers If…

You’re looking for a thin-soled minimalist shoe. The TrekSport has one the thickest soles in the FiveFingers lineup. (Don’t let that scare you, they still have a decent amount of “ground feel”)

Technical Specs

• 4mm EVA midsole (for protection from rock bruising, etc)
• 4mm lugged Vibram rubber sole
• Coconut active carbon upper for abrasion resistance and breathability
• Closed-top design with hook-and-loop strap over the top of foot to keep out debris and a secure fit
• TPU (polyurethane) toe protection

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These models don’t have as thick of a sole as the TrekSport, but they are similar in styling and activities that they are good for.

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• Manmade and mesh upper for a glove-like fit
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• Individual toe slots help deliver a natural running motion
• Vibram rubber outsole for excellent traction
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The KSO is arguably our most successful FiveFinger to date, mainly due to its versatility. We added this back into the mix a few years back to celebrate the rebirth of a legend. When you're scrambling up a rocky bluff or bounding along a riverbank, the last thing you want is gravel and grit seeping into your FiveFingers. So why not Keep Stuff Out! The KSO has a snug fit, one of our most minimal sole constructions for maximum ground feel, and a breathable, quick drying upper. The KSO also features a thin, abrasion resistant stretch polyamide and breathable stretch mesh that wraps your entire foot to do just that. A single hook-and-loop closure helps secure the fit. Non-Marking XS Trek performance rubber soles are razor-siped for sure grip.

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Best Vibram FiveFingers for Hiking: Trek LS Review

Vibram Five Fingers for hiking have become increasingly popular among outdoor enthusiasts who value a more natural, barefoot experience on the trails. Designed to mimic the feeling of walking or running barefoot, these innovative shoes provide excellent ground feedback, enhancing your connection with nature while offering essential protection and support.

When looking for the best Vibram Five Fingers for hiking , consider these key features:

Grip : Opt for a model with an aggressive, high-traction outsole to ensure you can maintain your footing on varied terrain, from wet rocks to muddy trails.

Durability : As you'll be exploring rugged landscapes, it's crucial to find a pair made from sturdy materials that can withstand the wear and tear of outdoor adventures.

Breathability : Adequate ventilation helps keep your feet dry and comfortable, preventing blisters and chafing on long hikes.

Ankle Support : Although minimalist in design, your Vibram Five Fingers should still provide ample support for your ankles to minimize the risk of injury.

Fit & Comfort : A well-fitted shoe with a secure closure system (such as velcro straps or laces) ensures a snug fit that won't slide around as you navigate uneven terrain.

Quick-drying capabilities : Hiking often involves crossing streams or wet conditions, so choose a pair that dries quickly to prevent discomfort.

In summary, the best Vibram Five Fingers for hiking will provide a unique blend of ground feedback, protection, and support for an unparalleled, natural experience on the trails. Remember to prioritize grip, durability, breathability, ankle support, fit and comfort, and quick-drying capabilities when making your selection.

Best Vibram Five Fingers For Hiking

Even though I was looking forward to this product review, I confess that I was a little bit puzzled about what I should expect. Namely, I wasn’t sure if Vibram’s FiveFingers Trek LS would be a running shoe, hiking shoe, casual shoe, or general all-purpose sneaker.

Vibram FiveFingers Trek LS

Part of my confusion has to do with Vibram’s naming conventions, which have become a little hard to distinguish as the product line has expanded. Back when I first started reviewing FiveFingers, there were four models to choose from, each with a very distinct purpose. The KSO was the model of choice for most runners, until the leather KSO Trek was released and quickly became my favorite trail model. Then came the Trek Sport, which wasn't leather, but combined the old-school KSO material construction with the KSO Trek’s grippy outsole. And now comes the leather Trek LS, which trades the “KSO” moniker for the “LS” designation for Vibram’s laced models. See what I mean? So here’s what you have with the Trek LS: a leather upper that’s styled more for casual use than for athletics – the company website describes it as a casual/comfort shoe - with the grippy outsole found on all Trek models, and a lace system that allows accessibility for a wide range of users. That’s the short version, at least – for the longer version, we’ll get to the review.

When they released the Bikila, I commented that Vibram had probably come as close as they possibly could to making something that looks like a normal running shoe. On a similar note, the Trek LS might be as close as Vibram can get to making a traditional casual shoe. Its appearance is similar to a stylish pair of loafers: they could be dressed up with khakis and a tie, could easily complement a pair of jeans, or stand on their own with a pair of shorts. If you’re one of those who has been curious to try Vibrams but wants to keep the “flashy oddball” aspect to a minimum, the Trek LS might be your best FiveFingers option yet. My testing has consisted of a little bit of casual wear when the shoes were new – but soon I started taking them outdoors for hiking, and they were a great all-purpose shoe for my week of camping at Lava Beds National Monument. They’re durable enough for pretty much every test I’ve thrown at them, and they’ve now replaced my KSO Treks as my favorite hiking shoes.

And since the Trek LS is seemingly closest in design and function to the KSO Trek, let’s compare the two models to highlight some of the differences between them.

Trek LS on left, KSO Trek on right

Although they both use kangaroo leather, the look and feel of the uppers of the KSO Trek and Trek LS is dramatically different. The KSO Trek uses an extremely thin, stretchy, breatheable variety of leather, while the Trek LS is thicker, less breatheable, and has what Vibram calls a “distressed” look to it. (Incidentally, if you have issues with the use of kangaroo leather, I addressed this issue in my KSO Trek review, so instead of getting back on that soapbox, I’ll just direct you there.)

Another difference with the Trek LS uppers is seen at the toes, where the leather material covers all sides of the toes, rather than having a mesh material between the toes (you have to really zoom in to see it) on the KSO Trek. The all-leather pockets provide a bit more comfort and improved water resistance compared to the KSO Trek, as the area between the toes is usually the first point of water infiltration on most FiveFingers models.

The biggest difference in the uppers is the lacing feature of the Trek LS in comparison to the distinctive strap on the KSO Trek. As I’ve described in reviews of other LS models, laces allow the upper to be opened very wide, worn loosely, and able to accommodate a wider variety of foot types. All of those are upgrades in my book. The laces themselves are cotton, instead of the elastic speed laces that are on the Bikila LS and KomodoSport LS; considering the overall look of the shoe, this was a good call on Vibram’s part. The heel collar of the Trek LS also has a bit of padding around it that isn’t present on the KSO Trek, which makes for a comfortable fit around the ankle. I wear socks with these whenever I’m hiking, but for casual use I often go sockless, and both the collar and interior surfaces are quite soft against the skin.

With the padded collar and thicker leather, the heel area of the Trek LS has a bit more structure than the KSO Trek. There’s also an extra Vibram logo there that wasn’t there before. Speaking of logos …

Is it just me, or is Vibram making an extra effort to label their products more extensively lately? Considering that the company is the target of more knockoffs and forgeries than perhaps any other shoe manufacturer, it’s completely understandable … but still, I’m hoping these things don’t start to look like NASCAR racers in a few years.

There’s also a logo on the outsole, which is identical to all of the Trek models in the FiveFingers lineup. It’s interesting to note how far the traction and durability of minimalist shoe outsoles has come recently; at one time, this Vibram pattern was one of the best on the market for minimalist off-road use. Then the New Balance Minimus came along, and Merrell’s Barefoot series trumped it (in my opinion), and Terra Plana introduced the Neo Trail … and now this Vibram outsole isn’t quite the cream of the crop anymore.

Outsole traction still quite good, with protection that is more than adequate for all sorts of trail conditions – but as long as the company is innovating so frequently, I’d love to see them raise their game a little bit with a super-grippy outsole pattern. It shouldn't be too much to ask - after all, Vibram makes the outsoles for both the New Balance and Merrell models mentioned above - but until then, this one will do just fine.

Standing height of the Trek LS is a total of 8mm: 4mm for the knobby outsole, with another 4mm coming from the EVA midsole. These are the exact same specs as the KSO Trek, so ground feel is pretty much identical.

KSO Trek on left, Trek LS on right

The outsole/midsole combination should theoretically have the same degree of flexibility - however, thanks to the thicker and more substantial upper, it’s harder to compress the Trek LS than the KSO Trek. Granted, none of us ever roll our feet up into balls like this, but the Trek LS does feel a bit more rigid overall than the KSO Trek. This is one of the few drawbacks of the Trek LS from a functional standpoint. Somehow, the weight of the Trek LS actually comes out slightly less than the KSO Trek according to the Vibram website – 6.5oz for the Trek LS compared to 6.7 for the KSO Trek. With thicker leather throughout the uppers on the Trek LS, I would have guessed the opposite, but perhaps the strap on the KSO Trek accounts for the difference.

Completely tangential observation ... but does the look remind you of a baseball mitt?

Despite my initial confusion about this model, during my testing, two functional purposes of the Trek LS became clear. It would be a great multi-purpose casual shoe that could even pass in an office setting if you’re willing to push the fashion envelope a bit. My primary recommendation, however, would be to use it as a sturdy all-around minimalist shoe for hiking, camping, trekking, and assorted outdoor exploration. The price point for this model is higher than average for Vibram, but I anticipate that durability, either as a casual shoe or a hiking shoe, is strong enough to merit the investment. The Vibram FiveFingers Trek LS retails for $140 from TravelCountry.com.

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Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport

If you haven't tried Vibram's FiveFinger TrekSport barefoot/minimal shoe for trekking you may be quite surprised how well the shoe functions.

• Minimal weight
• Increased foot dexterity on rough terrain
• Comfortable fit
• No break-in period required
• Not the easiest shoe to put on
• Debris easily finds its way into the shoe
• After a long hike the interspaces between my toes begin to hurt
• Once in a while the 4mm of sole is no match for an intrepid stone
• Not at all water resistant

I've worn Vibram FiveFingers (VFF) exclusively since May 2013 for everyday footwear, hiking, traveling, etc. The VFF TrekSport model has been my go-to shoe for hiking and backpacking during the same time period.

In all honesty, getting them on is not as easy as your everyday shoe. I've been trying these shoes on for years with some frustration always turning my back on them until a friend recommended them for greater stability, foot dexterity and balance. That's all I had to hear, I was sold! Always interested in finding a better performing shoe I decided I no longer could turn my back on these funky looking footwear.

Rather than try them on at retailer I initially did my research on VFF's website and ordered them from an online retailer (I believe they were some % off when I ordered them). I figured this would give me the opportunity to get these on my feet, which has not been the easiest task in the past, and walk around some, give them a chance while I'm comfortably at home. The result… how did I ever get along without them?

Most interested in a hiking shoe that is comfortable, stable and lightweight, I still had my doubts, that is until I wore them on the trail. I had two major concerns in regards to the TrekSport structure… is the cleated outsole going to prevent me from slipping in all types of weather, on all types of terrain and will they fully support my body weight as well as the additional weight of my backpack in the same manner as a traditional hiking boot?

The answer to both of these questions, after nine months and many trekking miles later is… yes! The TrekSports 4mm cleated outsole is forgiving enough to actually give me the feeling that I was grasping the ground below me rather than just stomping on it. My foot was absorbing the ground with a feeling I had never experienced before. Honestly, I felt as if I was part of the terrain, soaking it up with every step… I "felt" the ground below my feet!

The only single issue I have with the 4mm sole is that every once in a while you'll find yourself landing on a smaller objectionable stone tenacious enough to make you want to say, "that hurt". Otherwise, the 4mm sole is just perfect!!

With that said, it's important to include statistics… I've worn the VFF TrekSport exclusively in southeastern Arizona, specifically the Santa Catalina, Santa Rita and Rincon ranges and the Coronado National Forest. Temperatures during use have ranged from the lower 40's to the lower triple digits below 105 degrees. I have had no effective issues whatsoever with these temperatures, however, until I've worn the TrekSport's during extreme temperatures, temperatures below freezing and above 105 degrees, I am unable to give a most accurate, temperate report. These shoes have also seen very little rain but some water, snow and ice.

VFF's are notable for their patented rubber outsole that I have subscribed to, exclusively, for many years. In short, if I'm trekking, for a period close to twenty years, I have only had Vibram between myself and the terrain below me. This is indeed because the product simply seems to last longer and with less break-down than any other material I've had in the past. VFF's are no exception.

Most notable, FiveFingers are regarded for the finger-like pockets designed to contain your toes, each within its own pocket, similar to a hand glove. This has re-invented the shoe, in my opinion, and brought dexterity to my feet. I actually "feel" the ground below me. The upper portion of the shoe is made of a coconut active carbon fiber, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) that has not broken down. I've been told that these shoes will optimistically last approximately 300 miles before they begin to breakdown and I'm very close to reaching that point without any significant sign of wearing out.

One of the biggest issues I have with the uppers is that they are somewhat porous allowing fine debris to transcend through the material. And, my biggest disappointment with the TrekSport model is that, like any shoe, debris will enter through the cuff. My suggestion to Vibram, if they wanted to improve on this model, is to include  a tighter-fitting cuff preventing most debris from entering. I believe VFF's has a model with such a cuff but said model didn't have the cleated lugs I needed for trekking.

If you're looking for a shoe that offers some kind of water resistance, don't go with this shoe. You will get wet in these shoes if water is involved. The structure of the shoe is minimal, with the upper and outsole joined literally at or below the plane of the bottom of your foot. The lack of water resistance has not been a problem for me although I trek in a very dry climate.

Lastly, in regard to structure, the TrekSport also features a velcro strap to tighten or enhance the security of the fit and motion control. I have trekked with the strap tight and loose. There is a slight difference using the strap for stability and I feel it does exactly what it is designed to do. 

In regard to fit and support, the TrekSport fits me very well, but offers little to no support. I have an average size 10.5 foot, slim with a very high arch. My initial and biggest concern with the VFF's was that because they offer little to no support they would damage my high-arching foot structure. I have not found this to be the case, at least not yet and, to reiterate, I have worn VFF's exclusively for the past nine months, which includes other models.

Also, I chose to go with a size 42 TrekSport. When I initially measured my foot and compared it to their charts, I was a 42. Now, according to their chart, I see that my foot would be better suited in a size 43. This may explain why the interspaces between my toes begin to hurt after a while, however, the rest of the shoe fits comfortably well. I also continue to be a bit concerned about my high-arches hoping that this shoe is strengthening my foot and not damaging it… thus far, no damage, no pain and they feel great! There is also the possibility that my high arches are falling a bit, maybe strengthening and lengthening to the point where my feet are simply longer causing the inter-spatial pain?

I must also mention that I have never worn these shoes without socks. I wear an Injinji brand Performance Sport sock in their PED length, original weight and moderate interface. I feel the sock will prevent blisters and believe they do, although, I have not worn the shoes without them and this may add to the inter-spatial pain.

The lack of ankle support was also an issue for me. I have never worn anything but mid to heavy-weight hiking boots to trek with in the past so support was another serious concern. Now that I've broken free of my heavy supportive hiking boot idealism I feel great, I feel free and with so much less weight on my feet to lug around.

The lack of ankle support presented an additional problem. While hiking in heavier supportive boots I tend to notice that the ankle area gets a bit scuffed up from ankle "dings" caused by knocking my ankles on rocks. This may not exactly be a support issue but it is certainly a protective issue highlighted by support. Heavier hiking boots that offer ankle protection are generally bulky in nature and I find myself catching my ankles on the terrain.

The VFF's do not offer such protection, however, I'm pleased to report that I have yet to bang or scrape my ankles against rock. I'm assuming that I'm either consciously careful or the bulk material incorporated in the heavier hiking boot is just enough bulk to present a problem.

In summary, the VFF TrekSport model has functioned very well for me, both in the environment I'm trekking in and the rough terrain I'm trekking on. They're very comfortable and are going to remain on my feet for many treks to come.

It is especially noteworthy to note that I'm backpacking in these shoes, not just hiking. The TrekSport has supported me while hauling a backpack weighing well over 50 lbs. many times now. Although I do not recommend wearing VFF's and trekking with a heavy pack if you're not an experienced hiker, I actually find the lack of support on my feet refreshing and primal. This minimal shoe works for me!

I'm also told that I hike and walk with a more fluid gait rather than pounding along the trail. This external observation closely coincides with my natural feeling of increased gait control, movement and productivity. I have clearly become an improved, more-energetic hiker… a direct and considerable position that I enthusiastically attribute to the VFF's!

With all said… I highly recommend the Vibram FiveFinger TrekSport model and consider them a fine option for most outdoor activities. If you're at all concerned about getting into a pair, please talk with a fit expert in addition to my review. I've given these shoes a 4 of 5 stars simply because of the debris that enters through the cuff (having to take these shoes off to remove debris is  cumbersome) , otherwise these shoes would have  received  a very near 5 of 5 stars.

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As interest in barefoot or minimal footwear builds in the running and trail communities , Trailspace assigned three reviewers to test the utility of barefoot shoes for backcountry adventures. Pioneered by Vibram's FiveFingers line, barefoot shoes simulate the experience of walking, running, or hiking barefoot, while providing some protection from the ground.

So, how did the TrekSports fare for our outdoor trail enthusiasts?

The Testers:

• Andrew Friedman ( leadbelly2550 ): Walks three to four times a week on pavement or a dirt canal towpath, usually carrying a backpack that weighs 20 to 50 pounds. Day hikes or backpacks a few times a month. Former distance runner who still runs sprints on local fields in the mornings.
• Mike Gartman ( trouthunter ): Day hikes on local trails two to three times a month. Takes weekend backpacking and camping trips at least once a month in the coastal plain of South Carolina, and in the mountainous regions of South Carolina, Tennessee, and North Carolina.
• Vince Contreras ( pillowthread ): Hikes two to three times a week on the plateaus and canyons around Grand Junction, Colo. Often scrambles off-trail up to class 4, with light bouldering and scree glissading.

Summary Specifically designed for outdoor enthusiasts hitting the trail, the TrekSports performed in a variety of hiking, running, and walking situations for all three testers.  All testers noted the shoe's traction, comfort, light weight, and feel for the ground, and said the shoes felt good on.

“Are they the perfect stream-crossing-cum-camp shoe? Absolutely,” said Vince, noting their wispy weight, extremely flexible 4-mm soles, and "laughable pack size."

Our testers credited benefits such as stronger muscles and a better feel for the trail to the TrekSports. “These shoes provide a great deal of protection while still giving you the benefits of being barefoot,” said Mike.

Due to their lack of support and reduced foot protection, the TrekSports have some limitations though and first-timers may experience soreness. "Under some conditions, these shoes expose your feet to abuse," said Andrew. “I don’t recommend these shoes for longer hikes on hard or rocky trails, or for carrying a heavy backpack.”

But for those willing to take the time to condition their feet to the shoes and match the shoes to the terrain, the TrekSports are suited for day hikes, trail runs, light backpacks, stream crossings, and camp use. Backpacking is a possibility, but Vince warns, "one must build up a level of conditioning to properly enjoy them and prevent injury."

• Comfortable and extremely lightweight
• Excellent feel for the ground, good treads
• Quick-drying, machine-washable
• Precise fit makes you feel like you dipped your feet in liquid rubber
• Superb stable due to extremely low profile, for less ankle rolling
• More difficult to put on than regular shoes
• Moderate foot soreness
• Running requires changing the way your foot contacts the ground
• Sharp rocks underfoot can be very painful, watch your step
• Long, steep descents can be murder on the space between your toes

Best For : Walks, day hikes, trail runs, light backpacking, stream crossings, and camp use

Vibram TrekSports fresh out of the box.

First things first, FiveFingers shoes take more time to put on than ordinary trail shoes and have a slight learning curve. "Getting each toe into the shoe the first few times took some attention," said Andrew. Mike said he got used to the routine of slowly sliding each toe into its respective toe sheath after a few tries.

Once on, testers found that the TrekSports ran remarkably true to size. Each tester sized himself by matching his U.S. shoe size to the European sizing on Vibram's size chart. Mike and Andrew both remarked that despite having their shoes arrive by mail, they had a good fit on the first try.

Because each toe pocket differs in length and width, Vince offered one word of caution: “The shoes are designed for feet that have their big toe as the longest (or at least as long as their second toe). I found that by sizing up a full size, those with their second toe being the longest—as mine are—can find just as good of a fit.”

Andrew adjusts the fit on his TrekSports.

Break-In and Adjustment

Our testers agreed that you'll likely have to adjust your activities to this shoe, at least initially, and can't automatically go out and hike like you would in a heavy boot or run as hard or as far as usual.

The testers used different approaches to get used to their TrekSports. Andrew reduced the weight he carried and the frequency of use, but not the distance of his outings. Mike reduced the weight he carried and the mileage of his outings. Vince reduced the speed, weight, distance, and elevation gain of his hikes, and hasn't exceeded a five-mile run after four months of testing.

All testers commented on some initial soreness. Mike reported a small amount of discomfort below the ball of his foot, while Andrew's feet “felt tired and a little bruised.” After an initial adjustment period, the soreness passed.

"These shoes change the way you walk due to the relative lack of cushioning and support in the sole," said Andrew. "And that design seems to work different muscles than with more cushioned or protective shoes.”

Vince, who in addition to hiking runs about once a week, says heavy heel strikers may need to change their gaits if they plan on running for more than a mile or so in the TrekSports. "I lean forward more when running in these, naturally shifting the way my foot lands to a strike more centered on my forefoot,” he said.

Andrew hikes across rocks in his TrekSports.

Two testers noticed friction with their TrekSports.

Andrew said “getting each toe into the shoe the first few times took some attention, and within the first few weeks, I had a few blisters underfoot. Neither of these continued to be an issue after I got used to the shoes.”

Vince noted that having fabric between your toes, coupled with the TrekSports' precise fit, means that a portion of one’s body weight is supported by the space between one’s toes. "I would not want to continuously run more than a mile downhill in these shoes,” he said.

Support and Feel

By definition, the minimal TrekSports offer little support and question how much support footwear should offer. As Vince describes them: "No laces, no tongue, no insole, no heel counter. Just a single Velcro strap across the top of the foot attached to a thin band of grosgrain ribbon wrapped around the back secures the foot in place.”

Our testers all noticed benefits from the increased sensitivity they gained in exchange for less support, especially a good feel for the ground.

Mike noticed a dramatic effect. “Once on the trail, the biggest difference I noticed was that I could go hiking on trails without constantly looking at the ground in an effort to avoid rocks, roots, or other hazards. I was able to enjoy the scenery and look around thanks to the confidence and protection these shoes gave me.”

Andrew, the former distance runner, noted “they felt amazingly good running full tilt on grass — not just because they are lightweight, but because the very thin sole really makes your foot more efficient, basically similar to a pair of track spikes in the way they feel.”

Vince agreed that the shoes "feel more like an extension of your body than an attachment to be taken off later. Indeed, I’ve actually forgotten I was wearing them on a few occasions."

Vibram claims that its shoes strengthen muscles and prevent injury, and proponents of barefooting claim that the activity provides a range of benefits, including reduced injuries and better endurance.

We couldn't test these physiological claims directly, but all of our testers experienced some physical changes they attributed to the shoes, though none became bionic hiking machines.

Andrew, who has "incredibly flat feet" that require him to wear doctor-made hard orthotics full time, noticed a significant change in the strength of his arches. "Before I started wearing orthotics years ago, I struggled with tendinitis," he said. "I still don't have much of an arch, but my arches feel stronger — they don't get sore when I do really jagged hiking in boots," for which Andrew credits the TrekSports.  

Vince noticed an increase in flexibility between his toes as a result of having less callous skin there. "My toes are splayed and move more inside the TrekSports when compared to 'regular' shoes.”

Mike, who wore his shoes the least, noticed the least effect. His foot and calf muscles were a little sore early on after hiking a few miles. "I don't think this was a strain or caused by any fit issues," he said. "I just think I was using muscles I probably don't use as much wearing boots. After a day or so I was fine.”

Andrew hikes across rocks on Maryland's Billy Goat Trail.

Our testers agreed that the TrekSports, which are lightly cleated for more traction on trails, have excellent grip on a variety of surfaces.

"Packed dirt trails, sandy trails, rocks, logs, and walking around in mud and water at the lake — I was, to say the least, impressed with how well these shoes gripped multiple surfaces,” said Mike. Vince adds that traction also was stellar on sandstone and slickrock out West.

Andrew agreed that the soles gripped well on dry surfaces right out of the box. However, the shoes initially felt very slick in wet and rainy conditions to him. "The grip improved significantly after the first week," though, he said. "On one very rainy hike, I liked the way they didn’t slip on wet rocks.”

Beyond the 4 mm Vibram sole's traction, Vince noted that the design of the shoe allows for better grip since one’s toes can individually "splay and grip more effectively, allowing minute balance adjustments that would be ineffective if not impossible in traditional trail runners.”

Temped to rock climb? Vince, an occasional 5.10 climber, cautions, "for real climbing—above class five—the flexibility of the shoes begin to work against them. They have literally no pointing or edging ability simply due to the design of the shoe.”

While the shoes are minimal in design, testers said they still offer moderate protection, though they're not impervious.

Because the rubber sole curls over the front of each toe, Andrew noted that there was some protection in place in case of a stumble. “I stubbed my toe on a log during one hike and was surprised that my toes felt fine," he said. "This isn’t as good as the toe bumper on my Keens, but it provides more protection than any open-toed shoe I have worn.”

Mike hiked about three miles on clam shell paths along the shore of Lake Moultrie in South Carolina. "In areas like this you never know when you might encounter broken glass," he said. In the picture below "you can see some broken glass that could cut your foot wide open, I stepped right on top of it with the FiveFingers TrekSport and noticed no visible damage to the shoe. That alone would be worth the purchase price to me.”

There are limits to that protection though. For Western walkers, Vince warns that “cactus spines will go right through like a hot knife through butter” as he personally discovered. "I remember seeing the prickly pear just before I stepped down, but I took a couple spines on the middle of the outside of my left foot," he said.

The TrekSports offer protection from clam shells and glass.

Mike walks on clam shells along Lake Moultrie.

Temperature Management

Andrew and Vince both noted that since the shoes keep feet cool they're best for use in warm weather.

Vince could feel the temperature of the trail through his shoes. “Instinctively, I thought my feet were getting drenched, as the cooling sensation came on much like it would when stepping in a puddle of cold water," he said. "But following the trail back out of the wash brought on a warming feeling far too quickly. It was then I understood how easily the sole conducts the temperature of whatever is underneath.”

Andrew's toes started to tingle from the cold on a couple of early morning sprints in 40 to 50 degree weather. He then began wearing Injinji Tetrasoks with the Vibrams as the weather grew colder.

"After I began using the socks, I realized that I should have been wearing these shoes with socks all the time," he said. "I think the TrekSports are more comfortable, warmer, and much less likely to cause blisters when they are worn with socks." 

Vince, who wore Merino wool Injinji socks half the time, also appreciated the warmth of socks, but said the socks took up volume in the toes. This made the space between his toes feel pinched and sore if worn for more than a couple of hours.

Water Resistance

While the TrekSports aren't waterproof, testers agreed that they have a quality that many value more highly: They dry quickly.

Mike said the shoes dried out fast after walking in water for several minutes. Andrew agrees.

Vince takes it further and describes how the shoe recovers from an internal soaking. “Once one’s feet work up a good sweat, the air permeability of the fabric upper allows the interior of the shoe to dry quite quickly compared to traditional trail runners."

There was no consensus on the issue of stink and funkiness. Mike said he didn't notice any odor while testing his shoes, "although it is fair to mention they were in the water several times and may have received an unintentional 'washing.'”

Andrew notice some funk. “They do tend to smell after a while," he said. "But machine washing, which is OK according to Vibram, gets rid of that.”

For a thin shoe, our testers were impressed with the durability.

Mike had about 15 miles of wear on his pair of TrekSports in the photo below, which shows virtually no sign of wear. "The ball of the foot seemed to be the only place I noticed any significant wear,” he said.

After their first 15 miles, Mike's shoes show little to no wear.

Andrew saw no damage after even more use. “The soles have a little wear after fifty miles, but as shown, not very much. Otherwise, I haven’t seen any ripping, tearing, or damage to the shoe.”

The treads on the bottom of Andrew's TrekSports.

While the TrekSports worked well in a number of scenarios, our testers all saw limits to their use.

Vince cautioned “that extended running on hard-packed trails can lead to sore feet quite quickly.”

Andrew deliberately over-packed and found that carrying a heavy backpack (40 to 45 pounds) on a long day hike made the bottoms of his feet sore. However, he later repeated an earlier hike and noted that “the longest learning curve may be my feet getting used to uneven, hard surfaces like rocky trails. I didn't have a lot of weight (20 or 25 pounds) and I could definitely feel the rocks under my feet, but it didn't bother me nearly as much as before. My feet aren't bruised like the first time I used them on the same trail.”

All of the testers warned that users should start slow and build up their conditioning to get the most benefit from the shoes and to prevent injuries.

So, did our testers become converts to minimal trail footwear after using the Vibram FiveFingers TrekSports?

Though they won't be throwing out their other trail shoes, Andrew, Mike, and Vince each plan to keep using the TrekSports on the trail in some capacity.

Andrew, our flat-footed orthotics wearer, especially enjoys the strengthened arches the shoes give him and says he would gladly buy a replacement pair for that benefit alone. He plans to continue wearing his TrekSports for walks, runs, day hikes, and possibly light backpacks.

Mike says "I'm hooked," and plans to use the shoes for light hikes, stream crossings, and camp use.

Vince is unequivocal. "I plan on using these shoes until they fall apart, because they are just too much fun," he said. "The TrekSports have a way of altering an experience—like off-trail scrambling—such that possibilities are constantly redefined. And then they do that with every activity for which one wears shoes."

Testers and Testing Conditions

Our three testers put the TrekSports to the test in a variety of climates.

Andrew Friedman ( leadbelly2550 ), in the Mid-Atlantic, covered more than 50 miles in his shoes and tested them in a variety of different situations. He usually walked four or five miles at a time, either on roads, cobblestones, stone stairs, or dirt trails, and went on a few eight-mile hikes on a relatively rocky trail. He used the shoes with backpacks of various sizes and weights, up to 45 pounds.

The former 60-80-miles-a-week distance runner (he had to stop due to injuries years ago) also wore the shoes for his morning sprints (100 yards or so) on a grass field. Temperatures ranged from the mid-40s to the high 80s, in wet and dry weather, including one all-out cloudburst.

Mike Gartman ( trouthunter ), in the Southeast, tested the TrekSports in the lowlands of South Carolina on two separate day hikes (five miles and six miles each) on the Lake Moultrie Passage Trail, and on a weekend camping trip on the southeast shore of Lake Moultrie. He wore the shoes the entire time including the short hike in and out.

On the camping trip he also walked about three miles on the lake shore taking photos of animal tracks since the water level was low. He wore the shoes in the water three times to use his water filter, and walked a lot in loose sand, packed dirt, on logs, and through the woods.

Vince Contreras ( pillowthread ), in the West, used his TrekSports for trail runs and day hikes of one to four miles in the Grand Junction, Colo., area. His terrain included sandy soils, sagebrush and prickly pear cactus, during late fall conditions with temperatures in the 60s during the day and 40s at night.

Source: received for testing via the Trailspace Review Corps Price Paid: Samples provided by Vibram for testing and review

• Very comfortable
• Excellent grip
• Stubbed toes
• Collects vegetation between toes
• Difficult to remove sand and other debris

I purchased these as a bit of an impulse. I wanted something to protect my feet at a slippery boat launch, and as I live in a small town these ended up being the only option in the sport-sandal category. I probably wouldn't have considered these otherwise, as I always thought they were a bit of a gimmick.  I was wrong. 

The first thing about these is they're a bit hard to get on initially. Trying to get each toe to go into the right part of the shoe was trying (nearly impossible for my wife). After about a week when the shoes were broken in this stopped being an issue, and I can slide my foot in correctly pretty much every time. 

Once they're broken in though, wow. The fit on these is amazing. They just sort of disappear on my feet, and I forget I'm wearing anything at all. I started to notice how bulky every shoe I've ever worn is in comparison. 

The grip impressed me as well. Walking across fallen trees was no problem, as well as climbing up and down steep sections of exposed bedrock. The slippery boat launch I purchased these for initially posed no troubles either.

There are a couple of drawbacks though. The minimalist approach to these shoes also leaves minimal protection for your feet.  The  separated  toes don't distribute any impacts like a normal shoe, so I did stub my toes a few times on rocks and branches. The thin  soles also open the door to stone bruises, so any trail running is probably a bad idea. 

Any sand that gets into the shoe requires me to remove the shoe, as it will not come out on its own under and circumstances. Clover and other soft vegetation also has a tendency to jam between the toes, though this is easy enough to remove. I also wish these would dry out a bit faster after they get wet, as they tend to still be damp the next morning.

The durability of these also impressed me, as after two summers hard use the bottom of the soles are the only noticeably worn part of these. They do pack up quite nicely in a bag; I love to take mine with me on the motorcycle so I can take my heavy boots off when I get wherever I'm heading. Would likely make a fair camp shoe by my estimation. 

Source: bought it new

It's not as weird as you think. These are comfortable multipurpose shoes.

• Multiple purpose
• Lightweight
• I get stopped in places like Wal-mart bathrooms so people can ask me about them.
• Sizing can be difficult

I picked these up on clearance from REI. One thing I'll say off the bat is GO IN TO A STORE AND TRY THEM ON.  Vibram's sizing for these is weird, and I understand it, but it's still weird. So I ordered a few shoes and returned them before I just went in and tried them on.

The shoe is designed to strengthen the foot, give it a more natural gate, I suppose.  That said, you really have to ease your way into using them. You don't want to buy them and immediately go run a marathon.  You'll hurt your feet.

I've experienced a little stress in my left foot, probably because I wore them too much at the beginning. But that's dissipated and they're fine. I plan to use them for hiking in Florida or shorter overnight hikes.  No elevation changes to put stress on my ankles, so why not wear something a little lighter weight?

One of the great things about the Trek Sport is that they can essentially be used as water shoes as well, which is fantastic if you're trail running and happen to need to cross a stream.  Your feet are going to get wet, but they're probably going to dry out faster than if you were in non-waterproof boots too.  Plus, you don't have to wear socks with these so it's not like they're going to hold in moisture and bother your feet.

So, there you have it.  My review of the TrekSport.  I like it.  Most people who look at them on my feet don't.  But they're pretty rad.  Pretty comfortable if you don't wear them 100% of the time right away.  You'd think the toe thing would be a bother, but it's really not noticeable.  It's a good product.  Go try on a pair. 

Source: bought it new Price Paid: $45

I have been wearing these for years. I'm on my sixth pair. The TrekSport is great for hiking.

• Comfortable, my feet are 2E width and these actually fit.
• People stop and ask about them. This has led to fun interactions with curious open minded people.
• My toes are now pointed forward. Several years ago my fourth toe was turning and crossing my third toe.
• My friends think they look silly.
• They don't make them for formal events like weddings.
• I can't wear them to work.

These have been great for my feet. Every other shoe I have owned has been uncomfortable. I have weird feet- shaped strange and super wide. I love these because they fit to the shape of my feet.

Source: bought it new Price Paid: $90

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