VibramVibram Men's KSO-M Trail Runner

These are my first 5 fingers. Have been using these shoes for the last month or so. Needs some time for your feet to adjust to the 5 fingers as expected. Some of the pain I used to get after running for 3 miles has disappeared after I started using KSOs.There is a lot of misinformation about the Vibram's especially with respect to India. Since, we don't wear regular shoes as much as North Americans do, we can adjust to the 5 fingers a lot quicker. Has been excellent on the trails or tracks, but are a little tough over the stoney surfaces.

Vibram 5toe are one of the most comfortable shoes you can have ....very few know about it but once you have them you will never opt of anything else.

Liked the product... however wasn't able to understand the payment process. A custom clearance deposit was charged but no information about it later.

As expected

I bought these just out of curiosity, and when they arrived and I put them on, I was very pleased. Actually I was glad I ordered a slight size bigger because it was pretty tight. Keep that in mind when ordering. I wish it wasn't Winter atm because I would definitely be walking around outside, in the woods, climbing trees and hills with these bad boys! Cool product! Yet, I will never like toe-socks or wear them ever!!!

Came in time and fits nicely

TLDR; Durable; only for those committed to re-naturalizing their gait and getting rid of pains and injuries of high-intensity mid-distance running; not suitable for running or hiking on gravel, small stones, or twigs of approx. 1cm diameter.These are minimalist shoes for a nearly barefoot walking and running experience. Please order this only if you are ready for that and the associated changes in your running gait and ground surface selection. If that is what you want, then you will not be disappointed. I have used them somewhat regularly for running on road, sidewalk, grass, and trails for two months, and they are holding up fine.Pros:1. Nearly barefoot (natural) walking and running experience.2. Gradual strengthening of the feet and elimination of injuries associated with running. I had given up running due to pains before I discovered flex-foot running.3. Potential reduction in post-run pains and downtime.4. Durable.5. Shoes take minimal packing space.6. Look cool.Cons:1. Need special socks with separated toes.2. Uncomfortable on gravel or twigs that are about 1/2" (1cm) in diameter.3. Will get wet from the inside in shallow puddles and waterlogged grass.4. Not suitable for sports such as soccer, as your toes can get twisted.5. Strands of dandelions and small twigs get stuck between the toes.6. Look dorky.Here are some changes you would want to make in your outdoor excursions with these shoes on:1. Learn to run with a forefoot strike: That is the precise behavioral change that this shoe is meant to promote. Humans have forgotten their natural gait developed over millions of years of evolution ever since we started wearing shoes with heel support, motion control, and whatnot. I have a severe flatfoot, and I over-pronate. Yet, I had no problem switching my gait, first using Nike Free, and then graduating to Vibram FiveFingers. Strive to make sure that your heels do not touch the ground. Try imagining that you are lightly grabbing the ground with your toes and the ball of your feet as you land and push off.2. Start gradually: I started with running 1 mile every two days, and then built it up to 5 miles every two days over a few months. I recommend not running long distance in the beginning, and striving to make sure that your heel does not touch the ground.3. Choose surfaces a little carefully: If you are like me who did not grow up running barefoot, you will find it very uncomfortable to run on medium-sized gravel (1cm or 1/2"). You will feel poked, although the shoes will probably hold up fine. Also, avoid hiking on such surfaces. I took the shoes for such an "adventure" and regretted it, although your feet feel fine with a night's rest. In terms of comfort, grass > sand > road > trail without gravel > sidewalk > trail with gravel > gravel. The last two are not recommended until you are comfortable in the strength of your feet. Running on grass with these shoes on is very enjoyable, and you realize what your feet were naturally meant to do. Running on road is also a good experience, provided you have mastered keeping your heels in the air. You realize that your feet are your natural shock absorbers, and do a good job of it. Also, try to avoid even very shallow puddles or waterlogged grass, if you feel icky when your feet get wet outdoors while running, because even very shallow water will get into these shoes.

Good for making my feet stronger. Getting toes in them is a pain in the neck.

These shoes are great minimalist shoes for Plantar Fasciitis! They’re the only shoes that I can wear when I’m having a terrible flare. They’re definitely comfortable and supportive. These shows are well worth the money you’re gonna pay for them!