Corolinth wrote:
H3O is acid. Tee hee.
Tell it to Jim Gaffigan.
| The Glade 4.0 https://gladerebooted.net/ |
|
| Five "Fingered" Shoes https://gladerebooted.net/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=6867 |
Page 1 of 2 |
| Author: | Numbuk [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | Five "Fingered" Shoes |
I'm sure you've seen these by now? They seem to be a huge and growing fad among a lot of folks. Even my wife, as of last night, has joined this craze. But every time I see these things, I keep thinking of how Al Bundy was 20 years ahead of his time when he created "God's Shoes." (Great clip here) Granted, these aren't as good as God's Shoes because the socks aren't sewn into the lining. Has anyone tried these things? Do they actually make a difference when running? Or are they more along the lines of bottled water? "Ooh! This tastes more watery than water! This is like H-3-O!" |
|
| Author: | Mookhow [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:30 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
Creepy. |
|
| Author: | Corolinth [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
H3O is acid. Tee hee. |
|
| Author: | Numbuk [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:37 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: |
Corolinth wrote: H3O is acid. Tee hee. Tell it to Jim Gaffigan.
|
|
| Author: | LadyKate [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:40 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
My son really wants a pair of those, but we couldn't find any affordable ones in his size. Perhaps for Christmas....I see them as a novelty, something for children and pot-smokin' hipsters. |
|
| Author: | Aizle [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:41 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
A friend of mine uses them for when he works out. They are good for certain situations, not so good for others. Basically, if you're running on natural surfaces (earth, grass, etc.) they are supposedly great. If you're running on man made surfaces (asphalt, concrete, etc.) they aren't so good as they don't have much of any cushioning. My buddy uses them for his workout routines, so not a lot of impact, but he says they give him an increased stability over normal shoes. |
|
| Author: | Midgen [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
Those are very popular around here. It's almost gotten to the point where I see more runners/joggers wearing those than running shoes. I'm starting to think the government is handing them out with welfare checks.. and cell phones.. FYI, there are different versions for different situations. Some have thicker soles for trail running, etc... Also, I have a friend who does a lot of street and trail running barefoot. He has some trail running sandals he uses for some trails... http://lunasandals.com/ |
|
| Author: | Kaffis Mark V [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
Wow. It seems like getting a pair that fit well would be a nightmare. |
|
| Author: | Numbuk [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:49 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
From what people tell me, they are supposedly better to run in on any surface (depending on which model of shoe you get) since it makes you run more naturally, instead of landing on the ball of your heel and letting your bones absorb the shock. But we'll see. If it makes my wife a fan, then.... I don't know. They are Al Bundy shoes!!! |
|
| Author: | Stathol [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:13 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
Is it just me, or does "Vibram FiveFingers" sound like a completely different product than what it really is?... |
|
| Author: | FarSky [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: |
Mookhow wrote: Creepy. This. There was a giant billboard in Nashville for them that Phe and I passed every day after work. They were called "Skele-toes," though. |
|
| Author: | Vladimirr [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:25 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
I might try them out, but they don't carry them in my size. |
|
| Author: | Foamy [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:32 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
I couldn't wear them even if I wanted to as my 2nd and 3rd toe on both feet are fused together. |
|
| Author: | Aethien [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 11:02 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
I'd like to try them, actually. I love being barefoot, but seem to attract stuff like splinters, glass, nails, etc. But they seem kind of pricey to just go out and buy a pair, if you don't know they're gonna work out for you. Foamy wrote: I couldn't wear them even if I wanted to as my 2nd and 3rd toe on both feet are fused together.  Picsplskthx |
|
| Author: | Foamy [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 11:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
Aethien wrote: I'd like to try them, actually. I love being barefoot, but seem to attract stuff like splinters, glass, nails, etc. But they seem kind of pricey to just go out and buy a pair, if you don't know they're gonna work out for you. Foamy wrote: I couldn't wear them even if I wanted to as my 2nd and 3rd toe on both feet are fused together. Picsplskthx Not my toes, but basically this. 
|
|
| Author: | Kirra [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 11:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
Some guys in my running group swear by these, say they are the best thing ever. I might try them after my current shoes wear out, I just bought these ones though. Interesting toes, Foamy 
|
|
| Author: | Sasandra [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 11:21 am ] |
| Post subject: | |
And I though having the stupid thing between my toes was bad enough on flip flops, I think 5 mins in those would drive me crazy, plus they are very creepy/ugly looking. |
|
| Author: | Foamy [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 11:25 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: |
Kirra wrote: Interesting toes, Foamy Yup, I'm a mutant. No enhanced or super powers due to it, though. I can't swim faster or anything like that. 
|
|
| Author: | darksiege [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 11:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Re: |
Foamy wrote: Yup, I'm a mutant. No enhanced or super powers due to it, though. I can't swim faster or anything like that. Yeah everyone swims at 45 Mph... 
|
|
| Author: | Squirrel Girl [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 12:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
Foamy wrote: Aethien wrote: I'd like to try them, actually. I love being barefoot, but seem to attract stuff like splinters, glass, nails, etc. But they seem kind of pricey to just go out and buy a pair, if you don't know they're gonna work out for you. Foamy wrote: I couldn't wear them even if I wanted to as my 2nd and 3rd toe on both feet are fused together. Picsplskthx Not my toes, but basically this. Syndactyly! My son has brachydactyly. |
|
| Author: | Darkroland [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 12:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
I have a pair as well. They've come out of the barefoot running craze. Essentially, the thinking is this: By cushioning our feet so heavily we are actually weakening our muscles, and changing the way we run (with heavily cushioned shoes on, your instinct is to take the longest stride possible and land on your heel, sending the entire force of your stride up your now-straight leg, which can be several times your body weight). While running barefoot, you land closer to the center of your foot, with your leg bent, the natural shock absorber it was designed to be. Here's a video that goes over some of this: The purpose of the 5-fingers is to allow you to run as close to barefoot as possible, while still protecting your feet from damage. There is no padding/etc, it is just you. Personally, I started wearing mine quite a bit more when I go out, I prefer going barefoot entirely, but most places you can't get away with that. I'm also thinking of getting a pair of nike-free's for work (since they look more like a normal sneaker, instead of the "gorilla-foot" look of the vibrams). If you're getting a pair, I highly recommend going to a store that sells them and getting sized. I ended up going one size bigger than I expected after getting sized, and they fit very well. Here's the book my friend lent me that got me into all this craziness - Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen Really interesting read. |
|
| Author: | Taamar [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 2:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
I've considered a pair, but I reallt think they are best for someone who doesn't need padding, and whose natural running motion is healthy. I'm heavy enough to damage my joints without padding, and I have a tendency to run on my heels and outside edges (not much toe action) or to roll my ankle in. So until I correct this, I need the support of a real shoe. |
|
| Author: | Darkroland [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 3:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
Taamar wrote: I've considered a pair, but I reallt think they are best for someone who doesn't need padding, and whose natural running motion is healthy. I'm heavy enough to damage my joints without padding, and I have a tendency to run on my heels and outside edges (not much toe action) or to roll my ankle in. So until I correct this, I need the support of a real shoe. Actually, running with shoes reinforces the negative motion. What you should do is start doing short distances without them (and I mean SHORT, you don't realize how weak your feet really are due to running shoes until you go barefoot) and you'll be surprised at how quickly you naturally correct to landing on the center of your foot. Essentially, you will have sensory feedback from your feet that shoes mask entirely. You'll know when you're landing wrong because it feels wrong. Granted, if you have previous injuries from running or long term leg/feet problems, talk to your doctor. |
|
| Author: | Aizle [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 3:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
Darkroland wrote: Taamar wrote: I've considered a pair, but I reallt think they are best for someone who doesn't need padding, and whose natural running motion is healthy. I'm heavy enough to damage my joints without padding, and I have a tendency to run on my heels and outside edges (not much toe action) or to roll my ankle in. So until I correct this, I need the support of a real shoe. Actually, running with shoes reinforces the negative motion. What you should do is start doing short distances without them (and I mean SHORT, you don't realize how weak your feet really are due to running shoes until you go barefoot) and you'll be surprised at how quickly you naturally correct to landing on the center of your foot. Essentially, you will have sensory feedback from your feet that shoes mask entirely. You'll know when you're landing wrong because it feels wrong. Granted, if you have previous injuries from running or long term leg/feet problems, talk to your doctor. According to my trainer, a lot of these issues also come from poorly fitted/selected shoes. |
|
| Author: | Numbuk [ Thu Aug 04, 2011 5:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Five "Fingered" Shoes |
There's a lot of silliness to this shoe, even though I am a believer of the science behind it and will likely try it. And part of the silliness is in it's name. "Fingered"? Call it what it is. Five Toed. There are no "fingers" involved here. Just grow a pair call the stone a stone. But no, I am sure some marketing professional who gets paid a hell of a lot more than I do said something like this: "You can't use the word toe. Because when people hear the word toe, they think of bare feet. And if they think of bare feet, they think of stink. Besides, toes creep a lot of people out for some reason and we're already pushing those people away from the design of this thing. So let's just use the word "finger" instead." But, silliness abounds. |
|
| Page 1 of 2 | All times are UTC - 6 hours [ DST ] |
| Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Group https://www.phpbb.com/ |
|