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EARTH RUNNERS, VIBRAM, OOFOS, FREEWATERS Recovery shoes-that cushion-massage the feet and absorb stress- are musts for athletes. Also though - barefoot style-minimalist shoes (running sneakers) - def not for everyone-still are worthy as footwear---for other endeavors...as many humans believe  walking barefoot is a great way to strengthen feet-legs. Close-imo-opting for minimal type shoes for strolls on shock absorbing surfaces like dirt/sand-stress free way to build up those muscles too. via GIPHY source julings.tmblr.com Highlights: From Earth Runners-a minimalist outdoors sandal company...is very cool. A build your own custom sandal (more or less 'cushioning' options)-is offered-aimed at different outdoor activities ...from trail running-to camping-travel-or approach shoe etc. We use ours-vegan model-quick drying rubber with it's custom molded minimalist 8mm Vibram® outsole- as the perfect beach shoe. The fit-(it comes with detailed instructions on how to adjus...

Middle left-women's Terra Momentum -an everyday base training shoe for hitting the pavement+mountain trails $149-men's version middle right.   Distance S 's ($155) up top for fast pace running-lightweight stability NYC Right off, we have to put out there-that we've been running in Newton's---since 2009---and we met co-founder/CTO Danny Abshire-years ago at one of its first retail accounts in Manhattan. Distance U lightweight performance trainer $155 different outsoles---for different kinds of runners/distances/workouts Since then the 'all-natural' meaning zilcho cushioning for training shoes (not meaning purist running flats for shortish races and speed work)...has given way to a more modified minimalist approach in running shoes---with some strategic energy returning cushioning in key spots- ...but still with the emphasis on encouraging good efficient running form/mechanics...a cadence of 170-190 steps a minute and proper posture. ...

Outdoor Retailer/SLC words/images Judith Ecochard Stability Training Shoe-good for high mileage training.Upper w/ ErgoLogic Fit -asymmetrical cut  and medial reinforcement for comfort and support.11mm drop.   We were excited to see SCOTT  making itself known in the Endurance Zone at the most recent Outdoor Retailer show...as we had a first wave of their running flats with a velcro tabbed heel hinge mechanism---which our teammates joked (kinda) would shave off 20 secs in a T2 Triathlon transition.  MK4 Performance kicker-lightweight eFit construction , carbon fiber mid-foot shank-efficient foot function---8mm drop There is a lot of new to us running and bike shoes...and a line of techy apparel that we didn't even know existed---a true four seasons brand---with a huge skisports division too...as the company was founded by Ed Scott an engineer/ski racer from Sun Valley, Idaho. First up was the running shoes-crafted with an 'efficient' natura...