I've been searching for a low drop athletic shoe for running and training. I looked at all the big brands and couldn't bring myself to spend the $$$. I'm on a budget and don't have a lot for extras but my previous training shoes were all but threads. I've tried the barefoot thing and know that I need some protection.
First Impressions:
These are my first "low drop" shoes and as such felt a little weird(good weird) when I first put them on. I did some body weight squats and could instantly feel how the shoes promote driving through the heel. I then took a short, light run and was pleased that the shoes also promote a mid-foot/fore-foot strike. All this was with socks. The following morning I took a "vigorous" walk for a couple of miles pushing my daughter in a jog stroller. I did this sock-less and was pleased that there were no raw spots and the shoes breathed very well.
Fit:
I'm 6'1", 178 lbs, and wear a size 8.5 which is the size I ordered. Putting the shoe on was no problem, the lace system is easy to manipulate. The heel-pocket really seems to grab the foot and keep it there. The shoes loosens up as you move from mid-arch to the fore-foot. The toe box of the shoe is roomy and allows for splaying of the toes and makes for very stable maneuvering and a surefooted feel. The padding is minimal but not "barefoot" minimal. You can feel the ground well but not every pebble. The upper seems rugged and is decently flexible while providing support. If you're looking for a barefoot feel shoe this is not it.
Overall I'm really happy with these shoes and hope that Avia is still making them when I need a new pair. I intend to update this review after a few months of use. So far these shoes are wicked awesome.
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