Of the testing pool, the Merrell Women’s Vapor Glove 6 and Merrell Women’s Trail Glove 7 were the only other shoes I felt comfortable going barefoot in because of how thin and light they were.

What Are Barefoot Running Shoes. In complete contrast to the cushioned running shoes you see in most running shops, barefoot running shoes are just that — shoes designed to create a barefoot running ...

The best barefoot shoes strengthen your feet by activating their oft-neglected intrinsic muscles. Some of our favorites are from Vivobarefoot, Merrell, Whitin and more.

Merrell gets credit for being one of the only mainstream shoe companies to stick with barefoot shoes when our current maximalism death spiral really got going. But, because their footwear is more ...

Minimalist shoes, by definition, have a low stack ... If you’re considering whether a minimalist running shoe is right for you, the Merrell Trail Glove 7 strikes the perfect balance ...

Merrell has been making barefoot-style shoes since the beginning, but have struggled with consistency compared to more popular mainstream brands like Vivobarefoot and Xero. Zach tried out the latest ...

Feel the ground beneath your feet. Inside, explore our editors' 8 best barefoot shoes, from brands including Merrell, Teva, Vivobarefoot, and more.