I have always lived by the mantra that running is for thieves and Kenyans (the invariable winners of the Boston Marathon), but since I'm over 40 now and I seem to gain weight if I so much as inhale a particle of fat, I had to break my rule of not running unless someone were chasing me with a big knife. So, I went onto Amazon (my go-to source for everything) and I looked for a pair of shoes that would make me not hate it as much as I used to when I ran to lose weight in my youth. These things are a feather-weight God-send at around 6 ounces; they actually make me feel light and bouncy, which is difficult since at 44 I am anything but. Since I'm not training for the Boston Marathon and am only logging about 10 to 15 miles/week in them, I'm not overly concerned about shock absorption or other technical stuff that serious runners think about (I think). Overall, great shoes, even for us running haters!
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I bought these for racing longer distances (10k-12K-half marathons) where I needed more than a standard racing flat but still wanted a lightweight shoe...these are perfect for that, but surprisingly, they are my new favorite for daily runs as well. Seriously, these are great trainers! So much lighter than my former favorite, the Kinvara. Note on sizing: These run a 1/2 size small, I am normally an 8.5 in Saucony but take a 9 in the A5 with thin wool socks
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In the quest for minimalist running shoes I found these and was not disappointed. I violated the rule of not wearing a brand new pair of shoes before racing in them, but they were fine for a 5K. I am not sure that I would want to wear them for a much longer race. They are very, very light-5.1 ounces in a women's size 9, definitely lighter than the Nike Frees which I usually wear (6.4 ounces). As such, there's not much to them, so don't expect much support. Personally, I'd like more arch support but they fit well enough with plenty of room for a wide forefoot. They run true to size and I like the color combination.
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I love these shoes. I have tried the Saucony Hattoris and hated them because of blisters, but these Type A5s are amazing. I wear them barefoot and have no problem with blisters and since switching to flat style shoes I have eliminated knee pain. The only problem I have with them, which I am sure can not be avoided anyway, is that they get smelly because of bare foot use. I would buy them one half size larger than your normal size.
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I love the color on these and get lots of compliments when I wear them. I'm a little disappointed with them as a running shoe, though. I love how lightweight they are but they don't provide enough ankle support. After running in them for a days I noticed my ankles were sore. Also, if I walk through wet grass with them my socks get wet. So their strength (being lightweight) is their weakness (lack of support/element protection).
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