Has anyone ever used these with minimalist running shoes? I'm worried they might be a little too big and bulky.
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Not with minimalist shoes, but I've found mine irritating to run long distances with normal running shoes. They are great for hiking on uneven ground, softball and pickup basketball.
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Hello there, I haven't used a minimalist running shoe. However, I use the Nike Free 5.0 and it is a bit bulky, but not a deal breaker. It takes time to break in so it'll be somewhat of a pain in the early stages. My suggestion would be to break it in, wear it as much as you can before using it in the running shoe you plan on wearing. Wear it in the office, around the house, shopping etc. and it should be good to go. Hope this helps!
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Hi! You can use them with whatever shoes you want. They are super comfy and after a few uses you will love the feeling. Primarily, I use them with my running shoes, which are not Vibrans. Besides the comfort, I really feel how my feet grasp the shoe while running, and this did not happen with regular socks. I purchased 5 pairs of fingered-type socks of another brand, which are thinner, and I use them with whatever non-workout shoes, including shoes for formal attire. I really love the five-finger socks concept!
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I find the anke holders surprisingly comfortable...as long as I'm wearing shoes. I've tried it without shoes and it placed too much pressure on my ankles feet. I use my running shoes and they absorb most of the pressure. The ankle braces have a quick release that will snap into place when most snug against your ankles...but it's not so snug that it cuts off circulation or anything.
2015702
I use them for caving and they work great. I haven't run in them, but they are fairly large and probably would impede running.
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I use them when i run at the gym some times, the only issue i have with them is they sometimes slide down a little, but not enough to require me to stop and fix them.
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They are adjustable so you can make them smaller/tighter if required. I have found that I like wearing my thinner running shoes and my 5 finger shoes with the straps. They work pretty well without going for the clip ins.
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Certainly. The only thing I've found I need to be careful of, is that compression hose that stretch tightly on the foot (which these do not on me) will develop holes from friction very quickly inside running shoes.
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Sorry i just walk my dogs - no running. I would have thought they would be ok, but depending on the thickness of the soles of the shoes you are using you might feel the studs so it might not be very comfortable after a while. They are very stable though so you wouldn't slip!
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I think these will make your shoes too tight. I use mine in running shoes (much roomier than HH). For HH I would get the thin cushion type of insoles for HH. That should make them more comfortable without taking up too much room. You may even be able to peel out the old rough insole and put in the softer ones thereby taking up even less room.
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James- man I'd also consider securing them down (straps or whatnot) onto runner mounts, or maybe strips of firm rubber. Just a thought!
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I wear size 14 shoes and the running shoes I use to ride my Lifecycle are big and bulky. Should be no problem. You need to check what you are purchasing. I thought I was buying the straps only. Unfortunately, it was a replacement pedal and strap. I took the strap off the pedal and they work great. Hope this helps.
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They are great. wear them all the time with mine. Sometimes you have to make sure one is on top of the other, but it's not uncomfortable or awkward at all....even when doing activity/running,etc.
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They are adjustable & you don't need to put all of them in. So unless they are Circus freaky long, there shouldn't be any issues other than the lack of space for other shoes.
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I use them in regular shoes. It does make the shoe fit a little tighter - maybe a half size difference. Hope that helps.
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I would not recommend running in these. Not only are they prime to falling off shoes and boots, the metal stubs would be slippery on some surfaces making them hazardous. I'd look into something different if you want traction for winter running.
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Yes, these are the best things I have found for running, they really stay put and don't damage my running shoes.
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It will take up a noticeable amount of room in your running shoes but unless you're shoes are specifically geared towards stability or trail running then you should be fine running on stable surfaces. Sidenote: this thing fits very small. I'd recommend buying 1 up from your regular size.