I got these minimalist shoes at a great deal!
I use the Merrel Trail Glove for it''s intended purpose, trail running, it has a great feel on simple and technical trails...
*positives*
They are true to size and have a nice wide toe box.
Great front toe protection!
Have the barefoot feel that Vibram 5 fingers do without the "i hope all my toes line up in the shoe" type feeling (my only problem with 5 fingers)
Good grip on dusty hard pack, dry rock, and grassy field type run surfaces!
Even foot pressure lacing.
Fit snug across the foot, without choking the midfoot or heel...
*negatives*
Had trouble with slightly damp tree roots or rocks, the grip failed a lot when obstacles were wet, I am hoping that is just a "break in period" thing...
No real rock plate, just a nice thick Vibram sole... not a huge negative... just there...
Overall I have and would recommend this product to anyone getting in to the barefoot running
game!
*Didn''t mention wear and tear because I haven''t gotten to put a lot of miles on them yet!