The Bikila is unparalled in the running shoe market and was Vibram's first model designed specifically for a more natural, healthy, and efficient forefoot strike. The Bikila features a Dri-Lex covered 3mm polyurethane insole (thickest under the ball) and a 4mm anatomical pod outsole design that provides superior plating protection, and distributes forefoot impact without compromising important ground feedback essential to a proper forefoot strike running form. A more athletic padded collar and topline, a single hook-and-loop closure, 3M reflective surfaces, and tear-resistant TPU toe protection tops off this outstanding design. Features: Machine Washable, Air Dry, Designed and Created Exclusively for a Natural Running Experience, The Upper Has a More Athletic Padded Collar and Topline, Has a Single Hook-and-Loop Closure, Has 3M Reflective Surfaces and Tear-Resistant TPU Toe Protection, Popular Uses for the Bikila, Running and Fitness. Warranty: One Year, Waterproof: No, Material: Stretch Polyamide with TPU Toe Caps For Protection, Type: Athletic, Insulated: No, Sole Material: Anatomical Pods TC-1 Rubber, Model Year: 2012, Product ID: 262659
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Light Grey/ Palm/ Dark Grey| Size Name:40 M EU|Amazon Verified Purchase
I will never run in regular shoes again. I had REALLY bad shin splints for the last two years. One run in these and my shins didn't hurt at all. None. I almost teared up from the lack of pain. My calves were sore for about 3 weeks due to these shoes changing the way I run. Not painful, just sore. I've noticed that I am faster in these. I don't have a big stride anymore but lots of short steps that have cut 2 minutes off my 4 mile run time.
I normally run 4 miles M/W/F and 2 miles on T/T. I LOVE these shoes. Never going to run in anything else again!
I normally run 4 miles M/W/F and 2 miles on T/T. I LOVE these shoes. Never going to run in anything else again!
16 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Light Grey/Red| Size Name:44 M EU|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was suffering from "runners knee" for about a week after I tried to run consistently for anything above about 15 minutes (at a steady 10:00 mpm pace). So basically I couldn't get up any kind of decent running schedule, so I started to look into barefoot running. I started walking my dog barefoot and working on strengthening my feet, and when my last bout of "runners knee" cleared up I started thinking about running. I didn't think my gym would allow barefoot treadmill running so I invested in a pair of Vibram's.
First day at the gym and I started running and I'd reached the 15 minute mark and no knee trouble, so I kept going and upped the speed and did another 10 minutes. No pain at all. Now anyone who's started running in these knows what I'm going to say next! ...
... They REALLY work your calf's because they force you to land on the balls of your feet (exactly as you should run) so about 2 days after my first run damn did I have DOMS in my calves, I was walking around like a croquet hoop! So friendly advice, start slow!
After that initial adaption my calf muscles I was fine going forward.
No more knee pain, I ran an hour for the first time yesterday (~5.5 miles), I'd have never been able to do that before.
First day at the gym and I started running and I'd reached the 15 minute mark and no knee trouble, so I kept going and upped the speed and did another 10 minutes. No pain at all. Now anyone who's started running in these knows what I'm going to say next! ...
... They REALLY work your calf's because they force you to land on the balls of your feet (exactly as you should run) so about 2 days after my first run damn did I have DOMS in my calves, I was walking around like a croquet hoop! So friendly advice, start slow!
After that initial adaption my calf muscles I was fine going forward.
No more knee pain, I ran an hour for the first time yesterday (~5.5 miles), I'd have never been able to do that before.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Gray-Black| Size Name:44 M EU|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is the first review I've written, but i think it's worth writing for a product that i was so excited to try out.
I've never been much of a runner, with a bad knee it always slowed me down, so I never got very far with it. I ran across these one day in a mall, and they intrigued me, so i did some research. The running style, from what i read, claims to prevent the heel strike which i thought might be a factor for my knee pains. I was a little hesitant to try these out, but by the time they showed up at my front door, i was stoked to take them around the block.
First impressions:
- They are hard to get into the first time. Take your time, follow the instructions. They feel great once your in.
- Make sure the fitment is right. I went to a local store first to try them out, and found the right fit. Snug, but make sure they aren't compressing your toes.
- TAKE YOUR TIME. The first run i did about 1 mile, and felt so lightweight and ready to keep going, but i knew i was going to be suffering later. I took a day off, and did a 2 mile the following day, quicker than i ever had with regular running shoes. The next 4 days i was walking like a bull rider. It took me a few days to recover, since i feel like i over-did it :-\
I've had them for a few weeks now, and i LOVE the way they fit. My calfs are still sore after runs, but i feel much more nimble and have NO knee pains :D The sole has the right amount of protection. I run a mix of trail/asphalt, and i've stepped on all sorts of little pebbles and sharp rocks, none of which made it to my fleshy sole. Highly recommended for anyone swapping over to this style or running.
I've never been much of a runner, with a bad knee it always slowed me down, so I never got very far with it. I ran across these one day in a mall, and they intrigued me, so i did some research. The running style, from what i read, claims to prevent the heel strike which i thought might be a factor for my knee pains. I was a little hesitant to try these out, but by the time they showed up at my front door, i was stoked to take them around the block.
First impressions:
- They are hard to get into the first time. Take your time, follow the instructions. They feel great once your in.
- Make sure the fitment is right. I went to a local store first to try them out, and found the right fit. Snug, but make sure they aren't compressing your toes.
- TAKE YOUR TIME. The first run i did about 1 mile, and felt so lightweight and ready to keep going, but i knew i was going to be suffering later. I took a day off, and did a 2 mile the following day, quicker than i ever had with regular running shoes. The next 4 days i was walking like a bull rider. It took me a few days to recover, since i feel like i over-did it :-\
I've had them for a few weeks now, and i LOVE the way they fit. My calfs are still sore after runs, but i feel much more nimble and have NO knee pains :D The sole has the right amount of protection. I run a mix of trail/asphalt, and i've stepped on all sorts of little pebbles and sharp rocks, none of which made it to my fleshy sole. Highly recommended for anyone swapping over to this style or running.
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