Fivefingers Men's Sprint Charcoal

Brand Info

Remember going barefoot as a child? It's the way you first discovered and conquered your world - without the constraint of shoes.

Now you can experience that same physical and visceral sensation in Vibram FiveFingers -  footwear that offers the exhilarating joy of going barefoot with the protection and sure-footed grip of a Vibram® sole. Vibram FiveFingers is such an innovate product it won the Health Innovation of the Year Award in 2007

FiveFingers footwear connects you to the earth and your surroundings in a way that is simply not possible in conventional shoes. It puts you in touch with the earth beneath your feet and liberates you to move in a more natural, healthy way. FiveFingers stimulate the muscles in your feet and lower legs to build strength and improve range of motion. Vibram customers report an increased sense of balance, greater agility, and visibly improved posture.

Choose from the Sprint or Classic designs to get the fit suitable for the range of activities you would rather do barefoot - everything from yoga and Pilates to Running and trekking to kayaking and sailing. Discover a level of performance and a connection with nature that is without comparison.

Technology Explained

The ultimate goal of any performance footwear is to help those who wear it reach new levels of achievement and personal satisfaction. That’s exactly what FiveFingers is designed to do. Recent research shows that FiveFingers offer more protection to the foot when running, activates more muscles than standard shoes, consumes less energy than normal running trainers and offers a barefoot experience that is statistically no different that of wearing nothing at all!

With FiveFingers, you’ll experience a level of performance and a sense of connectedness no other standard footwear can match. Vibram FiveFingers footwear acts like a second skin to offer a gecko-like grip over a variety of terrain. It protects bare feet from rocks, gravel, and sharp objects. And it promotes a natural walking motion, reducing impact on your knees, hips, and lower back.

Razor Grip on the sole of FiveFingers

When you go barefoot, your movements become the movements of a child—playful and sensitive, yet purposeful and confident. You experience the unbound joy of stepping, hopping, and running across any surface on earth, simply to get from here to there.

Vibram FiveFingers® allow you to relive that sensation. Unlike conventional shoes that insulate you from your surroundings, FiveFingers footwear deepens your connection to the earth and your surroundings. FiveFingers enhance your sense of touch and feel, while improving foot strength, balance, agility, and range of motion. Because wearing Vibram FiveFingers is so close to going barefoot, you’ll enjoy the health and performance benefits of barefooting without some of the risks.

Outdoor enthusiasts have found FiveFingers to be the ideal crossover shoe for multiple sports and activities—from ChiRunning and bouldering to kayaking and windsurfing.  Fitness enthusiasts use FiveFingers for core strength training, yoga and Pilates. Vibram wearers continually discover new and creative uses for our alternative performance footwear. 

The upper is protected by AEGIS Microbe Sheild Technology. This revolutionary bonded antimicrobial material provides protection against odor, staining & deterioration caused by bacteria, fungus, and other microorganisms

FAQ

ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ABOUT RUNNING OR EXERCISING IN VIBRAM FIVEFINGERS
Supplied by the Vibram Biomechanics Advisory Board

FOOT MECHANICS AND HEALTH

I WEAR ORTHOTICS. CAN I STILL WEAR VIBRAM FIVEFINGERS?
FiveFingers footwear is designed to promote better foot mechanics— naturally. An orthotic is an assistive device to support your foot’s function and help you compensate for any biological aberrations. If you have an extremely flat foot, you will need to work into wearing your FiveFingers® gradually, as your muscles will need time to adapt and strengthen.

CAN I USE MY ORTHOTICS IN MY FIVEFINGERS?
FiveFingers are designed to be worn directly against the sole of your foot. Putting something between the two would defeat their purpose.

MY FEET HURT AFTER WEARING VIBRAM FIVEFINGERS. IS THIS NORMAL?
A minor adjustment period is normal while you are breaking in your feet. This should disappear after a week or two of use. Remember to break your feet in gradually to minimize discomfort.

I WAS TOLD I WAS A PRONATOR. I WAS ALSO TOLD BY SOME EXPERTS TO BUY CERTAIN TYPES OF SHOES FOR MOTION CONTROL. CAN FIVEFINGERS HELP ME OR SHOULD I STEER AWAY FROM THEM?
For some pronators (people whose feet tend to flatten during full weight-bearing exercise) Vibram FiveFingers will be too much of an abrupt change in biomechanics. We always recommend what we call a micro progression into FiveFingers. The too-much-too-soon phenomenon can be a problem for anyone’s foot. In the case of heavy pronators, FiveFingers might not be a wise choice for weight-bearing activities. Pronators will definitely benefit from some focused rehabilitation and foot-specific exercises before wearing any minimalist footwear

DO YOU MAKE WIDTHS?
FiveFingers use a stretch fabric upper that accommodates most medium and wide widths (up to EEE) comfortably.

DO FIVEFINGERS FLOAT?
Only momentarily when dry, once thoroughly wet they lose their buoyancy and will sink.

Sports

RUNNING

The benefits of running barefoot have long been supported by scientific research, coaches, and athletes who’ve offered ample evidence that training without shoes allows you to run faster and further with fewer injuries.

Motion studies demonstrate that when running barefoot, one naturally lands on the forefoot, directly below your center of gravity. This results in optimum balance, increased stability, less impact, and greater propulsion. According to Dr. Ivo Waerlop of the Vibram Biomechanics Advisory Board, “Running in FiveFingers improves agility, strength, and equilibrium, plus it delivers sensory feedback that allows runners to make immediate corrections in their form. This greatly improves running efficiency.”

Vibram® FiveFingers delivers all the health and performance benefits of barefoot running—with less the risk of injury. The patented Vibram® sole acts like a second skin to protect you from elements and obstacles, so you can reap the rewards of barefoot running.

YOGA AND FITNESS

Wearing FiveFingers during Yoga, Pilates, and other core fitness activities traditionally performed barefoot can increase your comfort, balance, performance and overall sense of control. That’s because many of the poses and exercises you perform during these activities rely on flexible yet stable support from your feet and legs.

FiveFingers footwear not only provides a sure-footed grip to improve your balance, it acts like a second skin, flexing easily with every move you make.  Its five individual toe slots allow your toes to separate naturally, providing unrivaled stability and support— during the most aggressive yoga positions. Plus, FiveFingers footwear keeps your feet warm, clean, and comfortable, so you can focus on your workout and make the most of the experience.

Consider Vibram FiveFingers as an alternative for any exercise you now practice barefoot.

WATERSPORTS

FiveFingers was originally conceived as performance footwear for a variety of outdoor sports. It is quickly becoming the preferred choice of kayakers, canoeists, surfers, boarders, sailors, and flats fisherman who appreciate its grip, performance and control.

With FiveFingers, you’re free to enjoy the exhilarating experience of kayaking, surfing, windsurfing and sailing with confidence.

TREKKING AND TRAVELLING

FiverFingers footwear is for those who understand that the whole point of travel is to embrace the experience - to connect with people, with nature and with the environment.

Vibram FiveFingers footwear is the trek and travel shoe that offers you a deeper connection with your surroundings - no matter where you go. It acts as conduit between your body's sensory system and the earth, delivering subtle signals that energize your body and lift your spirit. As the muscles and joints in your feet and legs adapt to the sensation of wearing FiveFingers, you discover a smoother, more natural walking motion.

Fitting

See Your Pictures!

Where have you been spotted in FiveFingers?! Take a look at the funny places our customers have found their feet! .... If you have a good picture please send it in to shula@lovethoseshoes.com !!

"I've just returned from Montserrat   (Carribean) where I spent the entire time comfortably scrambling and walking in my new shoes, and to quote a local dude "Dem is de coooolest shoes I has ever seen maan.  When you get back home send me a pair".  Unfortunately he couldn't afford them." Anyway, thanks again. The attached photo shows that even fat frogs love FiveFingers!!! Carol

Specification

Some have called FiveFingers Sprint the most versatile footwear they own. Adjustable hook-and-loop closures cross over the instep and surround the heel for a personalized, secure fit. A thin abrasion-resistant stretch polyamide fabric follows the contour of the foot for comfort. And a flexible, non-marking TC1 performance rubber sole is razor siped to enhance grip over a variety of terrain.

SPRINT IS BEST FOR: Light Trekking, Climbing, Canyoneering, Running, Fitness Training, Martial Arts, Yoga, Pilates, Sailing, Boating, Kayaking, Canoeing, Surfing, Flats Fishing, Travel. 

Materials:
UPPER - Abrasion-resistant stretch polyamide fabric & Hypalon® straps
SOLE- Vibram TC-1 performance rubber
FOOTBED- Antimicrobial microfiber
Colour: Navy

*Machine washable. Air dry.

Review written by : Love Those Shoes Tester

Product Comment : Initial impression was these are a bit strange! When my girlfriend handed me these to try at the gym, I thought I was going to get a few laughs. Not quite the thing that I thought would go down well but i did notice a few eyeballs clock them. I do a lot of weights & use the wobble board quite a bit so these were great for grip & balance. I have massive feet so i tried the UK 12 and they were fine. I would definitely recommend these for gym usage & any aerobic work outs.
How did they fit ? Size was perfect