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Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's

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Great for water or chilly climes, Vibram FiveFingers Flow men's multisport shoes feature neoprene uppers and sticky rubber soles for excellent warmth and grip.

2mm neoprene uppers provide light insulation and protection and help keep stuff out; instep and heel straps secure with rip-and-stick closures to provide a secure fit
Individual toe slots separate and encourage strengthening of toes and can enhance balance, agility and range of motion to deliver a natural walking motion
AEGIS Microbe Shield® antimicrobial treatment to helps deter odors
2mm EVA footbeds/midsoles help provide light cushioning as well as enhance thermal insulation and protection underfoot
Vibram IdroGrip performance rubber soles are highly slip-resistant, though the rubber is a marking compound; razor siped for sure grip on wet and slippery surfaces
Recommended for cold weather running, light trekking, climbing/bouldering and water sports
To allow your feet to adapt to using different muscles, begin use of these shoes gradually and increase over time
Vibram FiveFingers Flow multisport shoes are machine washable in cold water; air dry only
To determine size, stand with heels against a wall and measure from the wall to the tip of the longest toe on each foot; use the longer of the 2 lengths with the size chart

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Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews

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Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's

3.4

(based on 21 reviews)

70%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (16)
Great traction (12)
Comfortable (9)
Durable (5)

Cons

Uncomfortable (8)
Wears out quickly (4)

Best Uses

All weather conditions (5)
Muddy conditions (5)
Everyday (4)
Grass (4)
At the gym (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  61%
  (11 reviews)
  Feels too large
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  82%
  (14 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (6), Trail jogger (6), Competitive athlete (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (17)

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Apr

2013

3.0

Toes too tight

By Azad the traveler

from Stamford, CT

About Me Rarely Work Out

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Big Toe Compartment Tight
Uncomfortable

Best Uses

All Weather Conditions

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

These are great items to own, this is my second pair of fivefingers. I prefer the KSO over the Flow version because the toe compartments are very tight on this one making the overall feel very uncomfortable. I plan to return these and get another set of KSO's.

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Apr

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

One size does not fit all...

By Lives2kite

from Nothern California

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Pros

Durable
Great Traction

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

So, I bought this product because it was specifically designed for watersports activities. I'm a kiteboarder and was looking for something other than my booties for kiteboarding. Booties are okay, but I wanted something with more grip and felt like I was going barefoot. And grippy enough where I would be able to control the board more. They accomplished the desired goal! The special rubber they use is super grippy in water and out, especially when compared to the others they sell.

The only negative, for me is the fit. Specifically, with my toes. I will continue to use them, but this product is going to fit people that have more spacing between there toes, which will provide more comfort. Also, people that have longer toes will be more comfortable. My small toes (last 2 or 3), are very close to each other, which causes a little discomfort for me. Having worn them, I could easily look at someone else's feet and tell them if Five fingers would work for them.

Would I recommend them, Yes!

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Feb

2013

3.0

A little tight on the toes

By Ghosting

from Pendleton, OR

About Me Gym Rat

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good In The Water
Lightweight

Cons

Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Water shoes

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

I've had three different pairs of vibram five-fingers over the last two-to-three years. I've liked these ones the least.

They are the same size as my other two pairs, but the neoprene makes them too tight around my toes, so I can't wear them for extended periods of time.

They are great for wearing if you're walking around in a rocky stream or shallow river, however I'm not sure if I'd wear them for extended periods of kayaking (because of the comfort).

I almost sent them back, but my teenage son wears them for playing in the river, so we held onto them. Over-all, I would be cautious about ordering these particular V5Fs. Other models seem to be more comfortable.

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Feb

2013

5.0

does the shoe fit

By seaandfiedl

from Los Angeles

About Me Trail Jogger

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Pros

Durable
Great Traction
Warmth

Cons

Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Muddy Conditions
Rocky/Unstable Terrain

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

These shoes break-in like a boot. They have to be worn a couple of times before the toes actually start setting in the shoe easily. It is really important to use the foot measuring device that they have at the store by vibram. Don't order these big.
Like I said before they have a break in period and they are going to be really tight on your toes.

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Jan

2013

4.0

Once the fit is right...

By TexasTumbleweed

from Dallas, TX

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

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Pros

Great Traction
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

At The Gym
Sailing And Dinghy Racing

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

This was my first foray into barefoot style shoes. I race a small single-handed scow. I would love to be barefoot, but it is generally a no-no on racing boats and good chance to cut feet and bang toes. I followed the sizing guidelines and got the 43. It was just downright uncomfortable. I stopped at my local REI and tried on other Vibram models and decided it might be the size. Returned at the store and reordered a 44. Too cold to sail, even here in Texas so I can't speak to how well it works on the boat but is much more comfortable.

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Aug

2012

5.0

Finally a shoe 4 river crossings & sand

By hiker rage

from East Bay San Francisco

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Pros

Great Traction
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

I found these to fit perfect after a bit of work to get them on. Yes, they are a little snug around the ankle. Guess what - that's how they keep out debris and sand. These are great for water sports. I use mine for river and creek crossings as well as light hiking in between. For regular hikes, they are no substitute for my Lowa hiking boots.

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May

2012

(1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Vibrams are a gimmick

By CAG1337

from MN

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

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Pros

Lightweight
Not ugly

Cons

Neoprene
Uncomfortable
Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

In water use only

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

These Vibrams in particular are, while being the only model that isn't hideously ugly, are un-wearable. Neoprene is not a good material for shoes...I mean maybe if you are submerged in water all day, but for ordinary use, no way.

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Apr

2012

5.0

Not for Everyone

By BahamaDave

from Bahama. NC

About Me Competitive Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Wears Out Quickly

Best Uses

At The Gym
Everyday
Grass
Mixed Terrain
Paved Trails

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

I bought these to help develop ankle stabilizers and trim down my shirt distance times. It did both very well. Without heavy motion control running shoes, I trimmed my mile time down by almost a minute within the first month, cut my average 5k time down by several minutes. Noticeable increase in effectiveness of my ankle and knee stabilizers, as well as an increase in calf engagement while running. Excellent choice to incorporate into a cross training regimen.

The farthest I have run in these is 5.4 miles. On pavement. Feet were a little sore the next day, but I routinely run between 1-4 miles in them and feel nothing.

These shoes are not for everyone. If you are not a runner and looking for something fashionable go buy something else. I agree that the toes and shoes themselves are snug, but I like that, and they do wear in after a few miles. I wear the toe socks with these and have never had a problem with blisters, or heel slippage, etc. Only criticism is that the straps rub against the grommets that they loop through, and eventually wear them out to the point that they snap. This happened at about week 50 of owning them, and REI replaced them for free. Yaaaaay REI!

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Feb

2012

4.0

Great for winter running

By PR the runner

from Philadelphia, PA

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Pros

Comfortable
Great Traction
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Running on paved surfaces
Winter running

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

I've had the Vibram FiveFingers KSO for a couple of years and it works great except in winter when I have frozen toes. Double socks did not help and it gets worse when there is a snow on the ground - when I am done running my toes are close to frost-bite.

I read the mixed-reviews on the Flow - in particular the issue with the strangulation of toes - and ended up buying one in spite of the bad reviews because I desperately needed a FiveFinger that would help me with snow running. The toes are snug, maybe even a little tight but in my case, I'd rather have that than frozen toes. I would not recommend the Flow for running in warm and dry weather but for winter running, they work great. I am back to a single toe sock and my toes and feet feel very comfortable after a run in 25 degree weather.

I am sure the tight toes is a design compromise because of how thich neoprene is - and my opinion the compromise worked out.

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Feb

2012

5.0

Love 'em

By Young Adventurer

from Indianapolis, IN

About Me Competitive Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

All Weather Conditions
Everyday

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers Flow Multisport Shoes - Men's:

I recently used my Flows on a 10 mile hike and they worked even though it was cold and muddy. These shoes are also great for everyday wear. Just a warning your feet will stink with these.

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