Toe sneakers

What devices have not been invented for greater comfort when playing sports! One of the latest such innovations is the quirky split-toe sneaker. This type of shoe allows you to free your foot as much as possible, creating the feeling that you are walking around the city with bare feet.

Toe sneakers are an exact replica of the foot. For our country, such shoes are still a rarity, but in Europe and the United States, these original sneakers are quite in demand, and not only among athletes and tourists, but also among ordinary people.

For the production of such sneakers, materials with good ventilation are used so that the foot in them feels extremely comfortable.

Special antibacterial inserts prevent unpleasant odors.

The products are equipped with a durable rubber sole, which allows you to feel all the unevenness of the ground and creates the effect of walking barefoot. In the process of being in such sneakers, a constant foot massage is carried out.

By the way, manufacturers declare that you can even walk on glass in finger sneakers! Although the risk, of course, is not worth it.

Another advantage of sneaker models with toes is the lack of stress on the heel area, which has a very positive effect on the musculoskeletal system. Walking in fingerless sneakers begins to work muscles that are not used when walking in traditional sports shoes, which reduces the risk of flat feet and spinal problems. In addition, it is much easier to keep your balance in such shoes.

Sneakers with toes are guaranteed to draw the attention of others to their wearer. That is why active and confident people choose them.

There are many different models of toe sneakers.So, there are options designed for fitness, swimming, daily walking, as well as running models.

Italian firm Vibram offers the following types of finger shoes:

• Classic - sneakers with a fully open top, no laces. In appearance, they look more like moccasins.

• KSO - closed options.

• Sprint - shoes with a strap that fixes the instep of the leg.

• Flow models for water sports.

In addition, the company produces models with leather inserts.

Vibram's latest development - running model Spyridon LS... This shoe is named after a Greek shepherd named Spiridon Luis, who won the marathon at the Olympics in 1896. Moreover, the athlete ran along an uneven dirt road and rocky hills. The specified model is adapted specifically to the off-road.

The key feature of these sneakers is an innovative outsole made of thin yet ultra-durable rubber, which is only 3.5 millimeters thick, which is reinforced with a polyester mesh. This design reliably protects the foot from pebbles, sharp twigs and other objects, and without any loss of flexibility.

The embossed tread pattern of this shoe guarantees excellent traction on the surface, even on wet stones or mud. Runners compare this outsole to mountain bike tires.

The Spyridon LS upper is a stretch mesh combined with polyamide. Also, for its production, a special fiber is used that absorbs moisture, helping to keep the athlete's feet always dry.

Dri-Lex's antimicrobial insole also contributes to hygiene. Thanks to her, you don't have to worry about the unpleasant smell of your sneakers.

To run safely in the dark, this shoe is equipped with reflective elements.

There is also a special lacing system: the laces are tightened with almost one movement, which, of course, is a very important plus for professional athletes who value every second at competitions.

This shoe is very lightweight, weighing only 255-368g per pair.

The color palette of this model is presented in black and combined models with orange, gray, olive accents.

Another interesting model is sneakers Air Rift from company Nike with a forked toe. In them, the thumb is separated from all the others.

In 1996, the brand was inspired by Kenyan runners who are considered the best in the world. Since the big toe is the most mobile, the designers have separated it from the rest. Over time, these sneakers have been improved and are now very popular among athletes.

Adidas also developed his own model of five-finger sneakers - Adipure trainer... They are unusually light and flexible, they are remarkably ventilated and perfectly fit the leg.

However, we note right away that this shoe, unlike the well-known Vibram Fivefingers, is intended only for training in the gym, but not for running on the ground, asphalt, and even more so on rough terrain. The athlete can only train in them on a treadmill!

You won't find toe-to-toe sneakers on the market or in your regular shoe store. If you would like to purchase such shoes, please look for them on the website of the brand stores.

Like any athletic shoe, finger trainers should be as comfortable as possible. Their specificity is to copy the shape of your foot, otherwise there is a risk of injury and other serious problems with your feet.

Trying on such shoes before buying is a must! Even online stores provide such a free opportunity. You can do the fitting when the courier brings the sneakers to your home.

For a more accurate determination of the required size, it is advisable to carry out the following steps on the eve of the purchase:

• In the afternoon, when your legs are already a little swollen, stand barefoot on a sheet of paper;
• Slowly outline the contour of the foot;
• Measure its length with a ruler, starting from the thumb;
• Round the figure to 0.5 centimeters;
• Find your size using the sizing guide manufacturer.

Immediately, we note that sneakers with toes cause a controversial opinion among potential buyers. Someone admires their exotic appearance, while someone is very critical of him, believing that feet in such shoes look like they are wearing gloves. Not everyone dares to buy such sneakers.

Most of the positive reviews about such shoes belong to athletes who have experienced the comfort of sneakers first-hand.

Particularly pleasing are the well-thought-out design of the sole and the quality of the tread of the toe sneakers, which make it easy and fast to run on dirt and stones.

It is also very important for athletes that toe shoes protect their feet from injury. All these qualities of shoes directly affect the athletic performance of their owners.

Those who have already tried the 5-finger sneakers on themselves say they create the feeling of walking barefoot. By the way, athletes wear these shoes on bare feet, considering socks an inappropriate addition.

Of course, you will only be able to evaluate this shoe by experiencing all its advantages and disadvantages for yourself. In finger sneakers, you will not feel like a modern person, but a resident of the ancient world, as if coming out of a cave in search of prey for your family.