V-Alpha

Summary: Barefoot toe shoe with a 3.7mm sole, wool blend upper, drawstring laces, and trail tread.

1. Overview

The V-Alpha by Vibram is an affordable lightweight barefoot shoe for men and women designed in Italy with excellent overall versatility.

Overall:

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Basic Details

  • Thin: [3.7mm] sole for proper ground feel.
  • Flex: [excellent] bend for natural movement.
  • Width: [extra-wide] foot-shaped toebox for splay.
  • Zero-Drop: [0mm] same height in front/back.
  • Barefoot: [feels] like being fully barefoot.

2. Features

The Vibram V-Alpha has a wide foot-shaped toebox, super thin 3.7mm outsole, excellent flexibility, and firm ground tread, and is made with wool, synthetic, vibram, rubber, and natural materials.

Price:

$$

Weight:

147g

Specifications

  • Gender: [men/women] in multiple styles.
  • Materials: [natural] wool, vibram, rubber.
  • Toebox: [foot-shaped] for natural toe splay.
  • Volume: [high] for raised arches.

3. Performance

The Vibram V-Alpha provides excellent breathability, is not water-resistant, has a minimal tread that can last for 5000+ miles, and is ideal for trail running, hiking, walking, road running, and gym in hot, warm, and cold climates.

Durability:

5000+ miles

Specifications

  • Airflow: [excellent] breathable/wicking.
  • Water: [not] for wet terrain.
  • Activities: [5] trail running, hiking, walking, road running, gym.
  • Climate: [3] hot, warm, cold.

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