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The Vibram FiveFingers KSO women's multisport shoes provide the freedom of bare feet with the grip and protection of a Vibram sole.

Individual toe slots enhance dexterity, control and stability to deliver a natural walking motion
Thin, abrasion-resistant polyamide stretch fabric fits low on feet and offers quick-drying comfort; breathable stretch-mesh panels keep debris and grit out
Instep straps secure with rip-and-stick closures and are attached to thin webbing straps that wrap around heels to provide a secure, supportive fit
Footbeds feature AEGIS Microbe Shield® antibacterial treatment to help control odors
2mm EVA midsoles help provide light cushioning underfoot
Vibram soles are designed to follow the contours of your feet and toes; made of nonmarking Vibram TC1 performance rubber
Razor siping on soles provides sure grip on wet and slippery surfaces
Recommended for light trekking, climbing, canyoneering, running, fitness training, travel and most water sports
May help you feel an increased sense of balance, expanded range of motion and improved posture
In order to allow your feet to adapt to using different muscles, gradually increase usage of these shoes
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; use the longest toe length in conjunction with the size chart

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Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's Customer Reviews

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Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's

4.5

(based on 72 reviews)

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (66)
Comfortable (62)
Durable (38)
Great fit (24)
Good traction (21)

Cons

Difficult on and off (16)
Not water resistant (7)
Poor traction (5)
Poor cushioning (3)
Uncomfortable (3)

Best Uses

Everyday (28)
Walking/hiking (27)
Kayak / canoe / rafting (25)
Casual wear (21)
Grass (21)

- Sizing:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  97%
  (37 reviews)
  Feels too large
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  97%
  (36 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (29), Intermediate (19), Trail jogger (14), Gym rat (13), Advanced (8)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (42), Yes (4)

Reviewed by 72 customers

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May

2013

5.0

Never want to take them off

By ahluvujennay

from Sacramento, CA

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker, Trail Jogger

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight

Cons

Not Water Resistant
Poor Traction

Best Uses

At The Gym
Everyday
Grass
Mixed Terrain
Paved Trails

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

I absolutely love these "shoes" simply because they feel like you are barely wearing any. I love to go barefoot as often as I can get away with it, so naturally when I tried these out, I was hooked. They really do mimic the barefoot feeling with a bit more protection.
So far I have worn them trail running, hiking, and jogging around my local park.
They work really well for me since the way I naturally run is landing mainly on the ball of my foot. Traditional running shoes tend to toss my foot off to the side due to the thick padding, causing pain and strain in my ankles. So since I've switched to these, no ankle pain. That alone was worth it.
I wouldn't however reccommend these if you have sensitive feet because yes, you do feel quite a bit. If there is a lone rock in the middle of the road and you step on it, you'll feel it.
If you don't walk brefoot often, I have heard that the first few weeks are painful because you are building the muscles to support barefoot walking, instead of relying on the shoe to support your feet.
I however, had no adjustment period. They had a few days of breaking in as most shoes do, (rubber at front of toes and leather strip inside heel area needed a few days to soften up) but other than that I myself have not experienced pain.

The cons I gave for myself were the lack of water resistance, which can be annoying but I wouldn't trade the breathability for a water resistant version, and the lack of traction on wet sloped surfaces. For example: hiking on wet sloped rocks; you have to choose your footing wisely or you may slip.
Overall I give them 5 stars since the small cons are not a big deal to me. I wouldn't change anything about these shoes. They're perfect.

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May

2013

5.0

Worth Every Penny

By Bangalore

from Rutherford, NC

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

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Pros

Comfortable
Great Traction

Cons

Best Uses

Mixed Terrain

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

Have several pair of these in different styles and colors. Great shoes.

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Mar

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Very hard to get on and off

By moerwin

from Lafayette, CA

About Me Trail Jogger

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Pros

Cons

Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

I have worn several styles of Vibrams over the last few years and these are the only ones I regret buying. The opening is very small and has no elasticity, making it hard to get them on/off and line up the toes. The heel/ back (just below the tab for pulling them on) is extremely stiff and is still causing blisters after a month.

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Feb

2013

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Excellent if used properly

By Zepyr

from Littleton, CO

About Me Gym Rat, Recreational Walker/Hiker, Trail Jogger

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Posture Improvement

Cons

Poor sizing

Best Uses

At The Gym
Indoor

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

I am a student massage therapist, and I both study and perform bodywork 5 days a week. I also try to go to yoga twice a week. I have found that these shoes are a lifesaver. They give my toes more space so they don't feel "squished" or pinched when I am in various positions with my body weight at unusual angles. They do NOT offer arch support in the usual sense. But they DO force your feet over time to re-develop the three proper arches on their own. (Yes, your feet really should have 3 different arches.) I have found that this particular model is best suited to indoor use, or very limited outdoor use, especially pavement, and they are fabulous in the water as long as it's not too rocky. This model doesn't have a whole lot of cushion, and while this is a huge bonus when you are inside and really want that nearly barefoot sensation, it's not at all pleasant jogging outdoors. I also have a condition called Murton's toe, where my second toe and other toes tend to be at length, or even a smidge longer than my first big toe. This can get a little uncomfortable as the toes on these shoes taper so that each toe is succesively shorter. But, I did find that after breaking them in a bit, the toes stretched just enough to be comfortable. I had to get a size larger than normal though, and sew the strap about 1/3" shorter so that I didn't slide out of the heel cup. Absolutely worth it in the long run, just be sure to READ the directions on how to break them in properly. Otherwise you are going to really be hurting and regretting what should otherwise be a smart purchase.

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Sep

2012

5.0

Great Buy

By Stefan4979

from Trinidad

About Me Gym Rat, Recreational Walker/Hiker

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight
Pronation Control

Cons

Best Uses

At The Gym
Everyday

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

Bought this for my Gf and she loves it... it was her first vibram it hurt her foot for a bit but now i can't get her to stop wearing it...

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Sep

2012

5.0

I love these shoes!

By TXJAB253

from Tacoma, WA

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Great Traction
Lightweight
Stabilizes Foot

Cons

Not Water Resistant

Best Uses

All Weather Conditions
At The Gym
Everyday
Grass
Mixed Terrain
Muddy Conditions
Paved Trails
Rocky/Unstable Terrain

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

Love 'em!

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Aug

2012

5.0

Love these toe shoes.

By Mss Vicki

from Cleveland.Ga

About Me Rarely Work Out

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Great Traction
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

Excellent in water.

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Jul

2012

5.0

Most Comfortable Pair of Vibrams

By Via Old Bridge

from Old Bridge, NJ

About Me Gym Rat, Recreational Walker/Hiker

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Cushioning
Great Traction
Lightweight
Strengthens Foot Muscles

Cons

Best Uses

All Weather Conditions
At The Gym
Everyday
Grass
Mixed Terrain
Muddy Conditions
Paved Trails
Rocky/Unstable Terrain

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

I wear the kso to boot camp 4x/week, sticks really well on the gym floor. Tried my Adidas once and my feet slides inside the shoes when i do floor exercises. For me, this is the most versatile shoe on the Fivefingers line. I loved it more than my smartwool classic which i wear around the house and the black kso trek which i wear at work. I can wear the kso indoors or out and on any weather condition (grips the terrain even when wet). It feels so good on my feet and make my feet muscles strong that i barely wear regular shoes anymore. The kso also relieved my left big toe of the pressure that i get from the start of a bunion. Very easy to clean too, wash in the machine then air dry.
In more than a month that i've been using the kso, i can't say any bad thing about it. I even bought another pair today in the same color (agate camo) coz i liked it too much.

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Jul

2012

4.0

Awesome shoes

By Seyetha

from Claremont, CA

About Me Recreational Walker/Hiker

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Pros

Comfortable
Cool-looking
Durable
Lightweight

Cons

Start to smell

Best Uses

Adventure shoes
Everyday
Light hiking
WORK SHOES

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

I'm not going to lie, I got these because they look cool and REI's return policy provides an easy solution to buyer's remorse. However, I kept them because they are so comfortable. I love being able to feel the ground's textures and temperatures, and my toes are much happier being spread out and not cramped into my old sneakers. I got them sized in-store and was surprised to find that they fit well, despite my oddly large big toe.

The black ones look nice and are subtle enough that I can wear them without attracting a lot of attention, even occasionally to work. I mostly wear them when I bike, walk or run for exercise or errands. I've done a few light hikes on dirt and gravel and found them to be quite nice (except for when rocks get between the toes). I would love to use these on my upcoming backpacking trip, but I worry about the lack of ankle support.

For the first month or so I was impressed by the fact that they didn't smell. Unfortunately, they have recently picked up a not-so-delightful foot aroma that does not go away with washing. I've read that soaking them in water with denture cleaner works, so I'll try that soon.

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Jun

2012

3.0

Great shoes, have rub spots

By R143

from CO

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

At The Gym
Everyday
Paved Trails

Comments about Vibram FiveFingers KSO Multisport Shoes - Women's:

I've been running in kso's for about 2 years now. My dog decided to make a snack out of my last pair and I tried several other VFF models before buying these. I still love the kso for running on roads. The ground feel, flexibility, and protection offered by these shoes can't be beat when on pavement and grass.

The only reason I've rated these so low is that there is a seam with loose fabric running along the inside of the shoes that has been ripping up my feet. A strategically placed bandaid on each foot has seemed to fix the problem. I don't have these on any other pair of VFFs and don't remember this issue on my last pair of kso's. It may just be this particular pair.