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thomas pars
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 Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2012 4:11 pm Post subject: 5 finger shoes and or minimalist shoes |
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I am looking for some Vibram 5 finger shoes. And about the only place i can find hem is ONE store in Gangnam. And of course, they have the worst hours and aren't open on weekends. Is there some place I am missing? I could order from the internet. But I'd like to try them on before I buy.
Thanks much. |
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Patrick Bateman
Joined: 21 Apr 2009
Location: Lost in Translation
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| Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2012 5:06 pm Post subject: |
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| I'm sorry I cannot help you specifically with Vibrams, but Merrell has a large collection of running shoes that use the Vibram's sole/technology, but don't make you look like a tool. I see a large number of Merrell stores in Korea, so I think it's worth a look. |
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Shauneyz
Joined: 26 May 2008
Location: The land of Nod
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| Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2012 5:16 pm Post subject: |
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| Merrell has quite an extensive line of barefoot runners...something meant to give you the feel of going barefoot while still being presentable to the public. |
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cdninkorea
Joined: 27 Jan 2006
Location: Seoul
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| Posted: Mon Feb 27, 2012 3:10 am Post subject: |
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| There's a shoe shop in Itaewon that sells Vibrams. I don't know what it's called (I have a pair already, so I wasn't really paying attention), but it's on the opposite side of the Hamilton Hotel, somewhere between the Baskin Robbins and Starbucks (the newer one, closest to Noksapyeong station). |
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isitts
Joined: 25 Dec 2008
Location: Korea
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| Posted: Mon Feb 27, 2012 6:47 am Post subject: |
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| Shauneyz wrote: |
| Merrell has quite an extensive line of barefoot runners...something meant to give you the feel of going barefoot while still being presentable to the public. |
Yeah, but Merrell's barefoot shoes run pretty narrow. |
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12ax7
Joined: 07 Nov 2009
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| Posted: Mon Feb 27, 2012 8:13 am Post subject: |
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| isitts wrote: |
| Shauneyz wrote: |
| Merrell has quite an extensive line of barefoot runners...something meant to give you the feel of going barefoot while still being presentable to the public. |
Yeah, but Merrell's barefoot shoes run pretty narrow. |
Yes, and it's not just their barefoot shoes that have that problem.
I go hiking a lot and my Merrells are by far the worst I've ever owned. They are very low volume (very tight toe box) and their shoe laces are too long and always come undone. Sure, I could do a double knot, but that's a pain in the butt too since feet will swell up during the day (another reason why I hate the fit of the Merrells).
So, if you have very low volume feet and don't plan on hiking for more than a couple of hours, then the Merrells are probably okay...Just make sure to invest in a new pair of laces.
For those of you who are serious hikers, get yourself some some Salewa Alp Trainer Mid GTX. Simply amazing. They really are as good as they say. They are well worth the price. |
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ayahyaha
Joined: 04 Apr 2011
Location: Seoul, South Korea
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| Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2012 6:05 am Post subject: |
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I ordered Vibrams online and using their sizing system, the fit was perfect. Of course it's better if you can actually try them on, but if you get someone to help you and follow the directions on the website exactly, you can get an accurate size.
Also, read up online about how the different styles fit. That was a big help for me.
And I know Vibrams look douchy. But when I'm hiking or running along the river they rock, and generally everyone around me manages to look much douchier without the help of Vibrams. |
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The Cosmic Hum
Joined: 09 May 2003
Location: Sonic Space
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| Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2012 8:31 pm Post subject: |
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| 12ax7 wrote: |
| isitts wrote: |
| Shauneyz wrote: |
| Merrell has quite an extensive line of barefoot runners...something meant to give you the feel of going barefoot while still being presentable to the public. |
Yeah, but Merrell's barefoot shoes run pretty narrow. |
Yes, and it's not just their barefoot shoes that have that problem.
I go hiking a lot and my Merrells are by far the worst I've ever owned. They are very low volume (very tight toe box) and their shoe laces are too long and always come undone. Sure, I could do a double knot, but that's a pain in the butt too since feet will swell up during the day (another reason why I hate the fit of the Merrells).
So, if you have very low volume feet and don't plan on hiking for more than a couple of hours, then the Merrells are probably okay...Just make sure to invest in a new pair of laces.
For those of you who are serious hikers, get yourself some some Salewa Alp Trainer Mid GTX. Simply amazing. They really are as good as they say. They are well worth the price. |
Hey 12ax7...you might be interested in this TED.
http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/terry_moore_how_to_tie_your_shoes.html |
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12ax7
Joined: 07 Nov 2009
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| Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2012 11:25 pm Post subject: |
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| The Cosmic Hum wrote: |
| 12ax7 wrote: |
| isitts wrote: |
| Shauneyz wrote: |
| Merrell has quite an extensive line of barefoot runners...something meant to give you the feel of going barefoot while still being presentable to the public. |
Yeah, but Merrell's barefoot shoes run pretty narrow. |
Yes, and it's not just their barefoot shoes that have that problem.
I go hiking a lot and my Merrells are by far the worst I've ever owned. They are very low volume (very tight toe box) and their shoe laces are too long and always come undone. Sure, I could do a double knot, but that's a pain in the butt too since feet will swell up during the day (another reason why I hate the fit of the Merrells).
So, if you have very low volume feet and don't plan on hiking for more than a couple of hours, then the Merrells are probably okay...Just make sure to invest in a new pair of laces.
For those of you who are serious hikers, get yourself some some Salewa Alp Trainer Mid GTX. Simply amazing. They really are as good as they say. They are well worth the price. |
Hey 12ax7...you might be interested in this TED.
http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/terry_moore_how_to_tie_your_shoes.html |
That only works if the laces don't suck.
I use a variety of advanced lacing techniques for my boots (most of which are almost unnecessary with the Salewa Alp Trainers since they have a heel lock system):
http://www.backpacker.com/gear/5245
But, if you want to know about lacing shoes, this is the ultimate source:
http://www.fieggen.com/shoelace/index.htm |
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Died By Bear
Joined: 13 Jul 2010
Location: On the big lake they call Gitche Gumee
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12ax7
Joined: 07 Nov 2009
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| Posted: Wed Feb 29, 2012 6:10 am Post subject: |
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Sure, why not. In my experience, they are more comfortable than Merrells (I'd recommend the high-tops if you don't want pebbles and pine needles in your shoes). |
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Died By Bear
Joined: 13 Jul 2010
Location: On the big lake they call Gitche Gumee
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| Posted: Wed Feb 29, 2012 8:16 am Post subject: |
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I hike desert terrain, no issues here. The high tops are 130.00  |
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SooDude
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Patrick Bateman
Joined: 21 Apr 2009
Location: Lost in Translation
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| Posted: Thu Mar 01, 2012 11:20 pm Post subject: |
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| ayahyaha wrote: |
And I know Vibrams look douchy. But when I'm hiking or running along the river they rock, and generally everyone around me manages to look much douchier without the help of Vibrams. |
As I mentioned in the first post, there are companies that use the exact same Vibrams technology but don't make you look like...whatever
Holy crap, 225,000 won for a pair of Vibrams!? I hope for that price a Korean idol hand delivers them and makes sure they fit right.
I really don't get Vibrams. They are racing flats. But, as an avid runner, I know we as a group can be highly susceptible to fads. I have a few pieces of compression gear to prove it. |
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shostahoosier
Joined: 14 Apr 2009
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| Posted: Thu Mar 01, 2012 11:43 pm Post subject: |
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| Nike is now making the barefoot running shoes too. |
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