Vibram Five Fingers Komodo Sport LS

I Bought a pair of Vibram Five Fingers Komodo Sport LS yesterday. My size (usually 10 - 10.5): Five Finger size 41 (that's going by my middle toe (the longest one on my foot). No I'm not a freak, some people's big toes are shorter that the middle toe.  Choosing the style did feel a bit like a game of mental ping-pong, as I couldn't decide just how "minimal" I wanted to go.  Ultimately, I opted for the Komodo Sport because they offered the increased tread of the Bikila, but the dorsiflexion of the KSO.

Putting them on wasn't as much of a challenge as some would lead you to believe; although it does take some concentration and patience.  I think I had both "shoes" on in a matter of 3mins.  They felt as light as my bare feet, but my feet didn't feel nearly as vulnerable.


I went for a short (2mile-ish) run in them. IT FELT GREAT!!!! I did notice a slight change in form (esp. when on hard surfaces), but I am already a mid-foot striker anyway. I ran in the grass whenever possible, but took a few long stretches of concrete too. Running on concrete and/or pavement didn't really hurt, but I bet without proper adjustment, long runs on hard surfaces in these things could do some serious bone damage. That's why you gotta build up the strength first. 


In closing, so far so good.  I like my Vibram Five Fingers Komodo Sport LS, and I hope you consider trying them also.

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