Amazon.com: Customer reviews: Vibram FiveFingers Men's KSO EVO, Black, 37 EU / 5.5-6 US

more comfortable women Vibrams I just boight a week or so ago

Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023

Size: 7.5-8Color: Black/RedVerified Purchase

These are way cooler and on top of that they are much easier to put on and are higher quality than the women’s pair. I just bought the material and the women’s pair seems cheaper and they assume we have thin little feet which is not the case. The laces on these are great I was able to put each one on super fast unlike my woman’s all black pair, these are going to be worn probably every day and I might have to buy another pair. I highly recommend and follow the sizing guidelines. And only people that should buy. These are women and the company should make their shoes for women more like the ones for women. This specific design is also a little more feminine this specific design is also a little more feminine than I would think and the look adorable on my feet. I review almost all of the products I get, and these shoes are one of the best items I have ever purchased on Amazon prime. Unfortunately, however I had to remove the shoebox and put it in recycling because it was so beaten up I review almost all of the products I get, and these shoes are one of the best items I have ever purchased on Amazon prime. Unfortunately, however I had to remove the shoebox and put it in recycling because it was so beaten up by the shipping process. hole in the bag, no joke and the box. Thanks UPS! there was even a hole in the bag no joke and the box. Thanks to UPS! however, I’m just glad they were not damaged.
but they need to take better care of shipping as the shoes come in card board boxes that are very small! Hands-down, rockstar shoes love them I love walking barefoot, but I can’t do it out in public these shoes and my other pair allow me to walk, barefoot without being barefoot. I don’t think we were intended to wear shoes if I don’t have urge support, which do you have. I don’t think we were intended to wear shoes. If I don’t have arch support in my shoes I get rid of them or foot insoles in them. I would wear these out arch support in my shoes I get rid of them or foot insoles in them. I would wear these out to a fancy dinner that’s how much I care about what people think about me who is driving what kind of car on every occasion! I have three herniated discs, and one of them is I have three herniated discs, and one of them is now bulging and herniated, and I need to cane to walk as I cannot afford back surgery and the surgeon at Stanford would not perform surgery on me because he said it was congenital. So these are Lifesavers, and make me smile looking at them they so ugly they’re cute! I will be buying more in the future! I will be buying more in the future. From someone that has purchased a lot of items on Amazon I can attest that these from someone that has purchased a lot of items on Amazon I can attest that these shoes will not disappoint! Whether or not you’re a woman or a man purchasing them!!!! shoes will not disappoint! Whether or not you’re a woman or even binary, you will not be disappointed in purchasing these adorable shoes!!!!

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Coach305

Exactly What I've Been Looking For!

Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2024

Size: 10.5-11Color: Grey/OrangeVerified Purchase

For virtually my entire adult life (I just turned 71) I have gone barefoot around my home, and outdoors whenever possible (and permitted). I am living proof of the benefits, as I am still able to walk 3-4 miles daily with minimal pain in my hips, knees, ankles, and feet. What discomfort I experience from my hikes has always been from the shoes I wore.

For whatever reason, it took forever for targeted ads for "barefoot" or "minimalist" shoes to find me on my various electronic devices, but once they did my curiosity took hold and I began to do some research on what was available.

I selected these Vibram FiveFingers KSO EVO shoes because they were supposed to offer the closest thing to a truly barefoot experience. Having worn them for an entire day ever since they arrived this morning, including my usual 3-mile hike plus a trip to the local grocery store, I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate those reviews turned out to be. If you can't go barefoot, these shoes are literally the next best thing. I love them!

I have included a picture of my feet to help you decide if these are for you. If your second toe is longer than your big toe, you probably won't like the way these fit. And, as any number of reviewers have noted, putting them on does take some getting used to. It didn't take me long to find a method that worked well for me, and I highly recommend watching Vibram's own video guide to putting their FiveFingers models on properly.

These shoes weigh next to nothing, fit my feet snugly but not too much so (really more like a sock than a shoe, which I love), the soles grip well, and are thin enough that you get almost the same amount of feedback from the surfaces you are walking on as you would if you were barefoot.

I know some people recommend wearing socks with these, but if that is what you intend to do I would definitely recommend getting a size bigger than you think you need. Trust me, there is scant room for socks in the pair I have on, and I'm fine with that! I wouldn't even wear shoes at all if I didn't have to...

Of course these will lack the sensual pleasures offered by walking barefoot on cool grass, or on warm sand or earth, but then there is no reason not to go barefoot on grass, or sand, or dirt trails. If you're like me much of your walking for exercise will take place on paved surfaces, and these shoes will definitely keep your feet from getting too torn up from those surfaces. In particular, I noticed that the small bits of gravel that are the bane of barefoot walkers everywhere are no longer a problem. You'll feel them, but not as painful, which means you no longer need to detour around them. I also tried these out on some rough bits of sidewalk, broken or uneven patches of asphalt, etc., and while you still need to be mindful of where you are stepping (walking barefoot is an outstanding mindfulness exercise, by the way, and these shoes will be a close second in that regard), you needn't worry about any sharp pains. Obviously you would want to avoid larger gravel, rocks, glass, etc., just as you would with any footwear.

It is rare in my experience for a product to do exactly what it says it will do, but these "barefoot" shoes are the real deal, and I will soon add another pair or two in other colors to my closet. Highly recommended!

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Bodhie Sanchez

Barefoot, Barefoot and more BAREFEET!

Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2014

Size: 8.5 - 9 USColor: BlackVerified Purchase

I don't care that they settled in a lawsuit, I love these shoes! Just make sure you know exactly what you are getting. These shoes are BAREFOOT shoes. There is a thin sole between your foot and the ground. They are meant to give you a BAREFOOT EXPERIENCE with some protection. That means:

- you WILL feel what you are running on. If you run over little tiny rocks, you will be able to tell that they are little tiny rocks, if you run over bigger ones with points, you will feel those as well! These are meant to give you a close to barefoot feel...if you do not want that, then buy regular huge sole sneakers.

- if you are running on a trail or doing some agility work, you CAN sprain an ankle, break a toe, or hurt yourself. These do not have ankle support, just like your feet. If you need extra ankle support, buy a brace that is not too bulky and you will be able to wear it with these.

- if you are lifting weights or doing other strength training stuff, you CAN break a toe, stub your toe, etc. These do not offer protection on the top of your foot. It is a thin stretchy material on top, it is meant to help your foot breathe but not offer protection. If you expect to drop something on your foot and bounce off like a steel toe construction boot, you painfully misunderstood this product.

- they take a while to get used to. Before you buy these, ask yourself this question, how often have I been doing all activities that I normally would do, barefoot? If you answered never, not often, rarely, hardly ever, etc. then these shoes will hurt (especially your calves) for a few months. If you wear normal sneakers, you are off the ground and there is so much cushion that supports you NO MATTER how you run. That means if you have bad form or are running the wrong way, these shoes will hurt getting used to because they will (not on their own) help YOU run and move correctly. (Correctly as in barefoot) Think about it, you do not run the same way in regular sneakers and barefooted unless you already know how to do it. They help your body run so it doesn't hurt your feet.

- they will smell after you work out in them. When you sweat you stink. Same thing goes with these. If you do not wear socks with them, they will smell worse. Not saying you should not buy them, just get creative and follow directions. Wash them by hand or in a washer and hang dry.

Personal Experience - I have twisted and turned my ankles less often, I run on the balls of my feet (landing and using the balls of my feet to cushion and push off) and run more upright as a result of exercising in these shoes. I believe (have no scientific proof) that my feet and ankles are stronger, that my posture is better and that my body feels better after I run. (My body doesn't hurt after - lower back pain, joint pain, etc.) I like to put baby powder in before and after to help soak up extra moisture that will ultimately lead to smelliness. It helps me keep my feet fresher so I don't have to wash my feet after if I wear them casually. Also, my results are NOT GUARANTEED to be the same for you.

Take some responsibility for yourself. If you want a barefoot shoe to exercise in, get these. Know what you are getting. Don't order these and complain that they hurt or whatever. Getting these is essentially a life style change. Your body will change the way it runs/functions to help you. It will be hard at first but everything really worth it in this life is not easy! My first pair lasted for 3 years before they ripped a bit. Even after, I still wore them because they were still functional. My athletic shoes, with the exception of cleats, are all in barefoot style as a result of me loving these shoes and wanting to experience other company barefoot styles. My sneakers of choice, Vibram 5 fingers, Merrill Barefoot styles, New Balance Minimus.

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Chase

Simple and functional

Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2023

Size: 8.5 - 9 USColor: BlackVerified Purchase

Super simplistic design that is very comfortable. I find the sole could be grippier but I enjoy the fit and cushion of this classic sole much more than the updated sole on the Kso evo and elx. They focus more on rubber than using EVA foam and I find that it feels the most protective and natural when extending and flexing my toes. The strap when tightened across the foot also tightens a loop around the heel and makes for a secure fit. No complaints with the materials and fit here!

Sizing- I find that I am somewhat between sizes but went down a size in these to where it felt like a glove. Unfortunately they fit a bit tight on my big toe in one shoe but not the other! I will update this review if they break in enough to where this is no longer an issue.

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C. Johnson

Really great shoes, when they fit. Before you let that dissuade you, there are some things I need to point out...

Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2016

Size: 9.5-10Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Firstly: I have unusually wide, thick feet, so most shoes don't fit right anyway. If you can comfortably wear a generic pair of shoes, these should fit very well.
Secondly: I do not run, so I cannot say how well they work in that regard. I use them as daily shoes for walking and biking.
Thirdly: These did not fit quite right, and I knew this when I bought them. But I came up with an easy fix that does not require modifying the shoes themselves. See SOLUTION TO EXCESS LENGTH below.

When looking for a replacement pair of toe-shoes, the only variety I could find locally were thick and heavy (defeating the point of toe-shoes, personally), but it gave me an idea of the size I would need (43 was the narrowest I could fit). My previous pair of toe-shoes were only 3.5 millimeters thick, and these are at most 5 millimeters thick. I like the thin soles because they allow my feet to conform to the ground I'm walking on while protecting me from sharp rocks, wood slivers and broken glass.

SOLUTION TO EXCESS LENGTH
Addressing the fact that the shoes were technically a size too large, I bought a pair of thick insoles (cheap, generic Walmart foam arch supports, about $6), stood them upright in the back of the shoes, marked the highest point, then drew out a half-circle with a tea cup and proceeded to cut (scissors worked best, razors were hard to control while cutting a curved line). This created two "shims" that fill out the extra space, pushing my toes comfortably into the front of the shoe. I beveled the edges to the best of my ability and blackened the foam with a permanent marker. Putting on the shoes requires first putting a shim into the heel, folding that down, tucking my toes into the forward half of the shoe, then lifting the heel into place. Repeat for next foot. Takes about 10-20 seconds apiece after a few adjustments and a little practice.

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jordan pope

Plan on ordering multiple times to find your size

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2024

Size: 11.5-12Color: Grey/RedVerified Purchase

The sizing is unbelievably off I normally wear a 12 in quit literally every shoe or boot I own somehow they managed to make a twelve a full inch bigger than my foot I don’t know how this is possible in the modern world but hey at least the woman’s sizes run 3-5 sizes smaller than they should and there is nowhere brick and mortar you can go try these egregiously sized shoes to try on to find the size you don’t actually wear but mostly fits your foot I don’t understand how a company in this day and age operates this way and manages to stay afloat also I exchanged for a smaller size 11 they are still very big kind of ridiculous

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Matt Warrener

REALLY enjoying these shoes so far

Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2018

Verified Purchase

I've only had these shoes for 1 1/2 months, but so far I've loved them.

For starters, I am a male, 5' 7" 135 lbs. I've always had a natural soccer player/runner build. I bring this up first because I think it's very important to assess your fitness level and body type when considering these shoes. I've found that my joints tend to hold up well compared to some of my bulkier athlete friends, so far it's been a smooth transition.

My previous running shoe was the Merrell Trail Glove 2, which I wore for about 2 years (and loved them). When the Merrells finally gave out, I decided on Vibrams because I wanted less cushion, more flexibility, and open toes (barefoot running is my end goal).

I have been wearing the Vibrams for trail runs about 2 times per week, running anywhere between 3 - 8 mi. I run about 5 times per week, but I have NOT been wearing the Vibrams full time yet. As recommended by other online sources, I've been giving my body time to adjust. I plan to work my way up to full time use within the next month or so.

First impressions: These shoes are exactly as advertised: no major cushioning, just a thin (but durable) protective piece of rubber and individual sleeves for your toes. These shoes don't come with traditional tie laces, instead they have an adjustable cord that you simply tighten or loosen to your preference. At first I was a bit skeptical that this would stay tight on the trail, but so far I haven't had any issues.

Trail run experience: I can tell these are definitely thinner than my Trail Gloves. If you like to feel rocks, roots, and other debris under your foot, these shoes will let you do that. The thin rubber sole allows me to feel just about everything, but I am still protected from the really sharp stuff. If you tend to be a heel striker (as I am), you may find yourself adjusting your stride to land more towards the front of your foot (because there isn't any extra cushion). So far I believe these shoes have helped my performance. The flexibility and open toes allow me to transfer energy and maintain balance much better than any running shoe I've experienced. I also feel as if my leg muscles and core are more engaged, because I don't have the option of getting lazy and relying on a cushy sole to carry me along. I've experienced a bit of foot pain and soreness from running over roots and rocks, but this has dissipated as I've gotten used to them.

Overall I would recommend these shoes to anyone looking to go minimalist. If you're new to this type of shoe, listen to your body and ease into them if you have to. They definitely have an unorthodox look to them, but once you adjust you may want to wear them everywhere...they are really comfortable for casual use as well.

I may provide additional updates over the upcoming months.

Happy training!

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G. Stevens

Falling apart, straight out of the box

Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2023

Size: 9.5-10Color: Black/RedVerified Purchase

If you have previously owned Vibrams, you know to keep Shoe Goo on hand for repairs. Having to repair shoes straight out of the box is not a good omen. Once I glued the toe pad back down, they seem ok, but I'm not holding my breath. Fit and comfort is basically fine, though they are on the tighter, thinner, and lighter end of the Vibrams spectrum. Not sure how well these will hold up for running outdoors.

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JD

Great price

Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2024

Size: 44Color: Black/RedVerified Purchase

Came exactly as ordered size 44 EU. Can't beat the value. Normally $109 plus shipping if ordered on their home site.
Been ordering Vibram toe shoes for years. Make sure you pay attention to the sizing chart.

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Jose

Crazy shoe 😂

Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2024

Size: 9.5-10Color: BlackVerified Purchase

I went true to size and they fit great, although it took some time to break in completely. Definitely not a barefoot shoe for beginners, I prefer to use them on grass and dirt trails instead of concrete.

My only complaint is that my feet get sweaty when I use them for more than an hour.

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