Vibram promotes its Five Fingers shoes as “an intelligent way to deepen your connection with your natural surroundings.” I wasn’t so sure how this applied to sailing, since I generally sail ...
You've undoubtedly spotted the strange footwear on the streets or at the gym -- and if you haven't, you likely soon will. The Vibram FiveFingers have been experiencing a surge in popularity in recent ...
Before Vibram’s FiveFingers shoe set off a widespread craze for “barefoot” running, Vibram was an unknown brand, albeit a giant in the shoe world. Today, Nike and others are vying to get in on the ...
In March, Vibram Five Fingers will release its first trail-specific running shoe, thus taking its campaign to popularize barefoot running from the smoother paths and beaches to the rugged trails in ...
I swore I’d never wear them. We called them the Five Fingers of Suck a few years ago and I was sure they were crazy. Friends, I’m here to tell you I was wrong. And I’m sorry. Here’s my story: I ran a ...
Short Version: There are two kinds of people in the world: those who will wear Vibram Five Finger shoes and those who won’t. After a bout with plantar fasciitis and shinsplints, I joined the former ...
If you were one of 70 million Americans who slipped on the glove-like "barefoot" shoes, you could be getting a payout. Vibram USA, manufacturers of FiveFingers shoes, has agreed to a $3.75 million ...
Earlier this month I explained why I still wear, like, use, and tout Vibram "finger shoes," despite the company's having settled a claim from those who felt its health benefits were overstated. Once ...
Runners who use those barefoot-style shoes could be getting a refund. Vibram has agreed to settle a $3.5 million class-action suit over their "Five Fingers" shoes. The company came under fire for ...
There’s been a lot of buzz lately for this unusual shoe from Vibram. Its name FiveFingers – is as uncommon as its design. Not only are these shoes fashionable, tailoring towards outdoor enthusiasts ...