NEW Altra Shoes for 2024 – Escalante 4, Mont Blanc Carbon and more
It’s that time of year when we start to see what Altra has in store for us in 2024! I was in person at The Running Event in Austin and got my hands on many of these shoes. And I,…
Nick
Nick is a UESCA-certified ultramarathon coach and avid barefoot runner, having over 5 years of experience in barefoot training and has competed in multiple ultra marathons wearing barefoot shoes. Starting his journey in the running industry over 10 years ago in New Zealand, Nick evolved from a running shoe salesperson to a passionate advocate for the transformative power of barefoot running. He believes in its potential to enhance running experiences for all and combines his unique insights from both personal achievements and professional coaching to guide and inspire the running community."
How Should a Barefoot Shoe Fit?
Buying shoes. You either love it or hate it. I get it. I used to work in a running shoe store and had unlimited choices, but I still needed help choosing a suitable model. The main deciding factor comes down…
Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III vs. Primus Lite Knit – Does the upper make all the difference?
I’m a big fan of the original Primus Lite III, but my only complaint was the stiff recycled upper used to provide a solid lockdown. The Primus Lite Knit seems to be a logical solution, but can it perform as…
Vivobarefoot Primus Trail vs. Primus Trail Knit – Similar shoes with different uppers?
The Vivobarefoot Primus Trail FG and the Primus Trail Knit share the same platform but differ in the upper. As you would have guessed, the Knit uses a sock-like material to place the foot onto the sole, whereas the standard…
WHITIN Trail Running Minimalist Barefoot Shoe Review
Many of you have asked, so here it is. A WHITIN barefoot running shoe review! The cheap alternative to the big brand minimal shoes! I get it. Vivobarefoot shoes are expensive, and Xero Shoes can be, depending on the time…
WHITIN Wide Minimalist Barefoot Sneakers Review
Recently, I was on a push to try out anything cheap and barefoot to see if we could find some diamonds in the rough for our running pursuits. Sadly, I missed the target with this WHITIN Wide Minimalist Barefoot Sneaker…
WHITIN Men’s Zero Drop Running Shoes + Wide Toe Box Review
If you’ve been interested in zero drop shoes for a while but are put off by the Altra prices, WHITIN zero drop may be for you. Their zero drop wide version comes in at ⅓ of Altra’s cost and has…
The 4 Best Vivobarefoot Shoes for Running
Vivobarefoot are some of the most stylish and “normal” looking barefoot shoes out there. But are they any good for real sports enthusiasts? Or better yet, can Vivobarefoot make good barefoot running shoes? In this post, I’ll introduce you to…
Barefoot Nike’s! But only for babies?
When I first read the press release from Nike mentioning they’re launching an “early walker shoe” I was very cynical. Of course they are; it’s a market they don’t own yet…. But it was only when I continued reading when…
Xero Shoes Scrambler Low vs Mesa Trail II – Great trail shoes for different situations
When I’m asked about minimalist trail shoes, the first brand that springs to mind is Xero Shoes. In my opinion, they make some of the best barefoot trail options on the market right now. And currently, the two shoes I…