Great to hear another positive review! I did try on Vibrams as they were the first obvious choice but I found the sizing didn't really work for my particular feet, which apparently can happen, which actually left me a bit disheartened. The Merrells feel almost the same as the Vibrams though, as where your toes sit in the shoe is very roomy, so your toes can splay as much as they need to.
I haven't actually experienced any heat discomfort or blisters so far, they are so comfy whilst still feeling very much barefoot. I have always been a heel striker too, so learning to run in a different manner has been revolutionary, I'm just bummed out I didn't try it sooner! You're probably right it might not matter, I have generally run around 3-6 miles so nothing majorly long distance. Although I have a feeling I'm gonna be upping that distance when I'm used to these!
@masterptr I assume you mean the toe compartments of the Vibrams rubbed, the particular pair I got as well as quite a few other barefoot shoes don't feature the individual toes so they might be more suitable for you!
Certainly in terms of how a shoe fits my feet, these are easily the comfiest I've ever owned.
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