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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...

Nothing like a hilly 26.2 mile jaunt through mountain roads in cold windy rain----to remind one that post celebration just for finishing-is in order. But first things first...we have been using TOPRICIN Pain Relief Cream...now widely available...for years...its homeopathic goodness -active ingredients feature pain slayer  aesculus hippocstanum 6x,  arnica montana 6x and  belladonna 6x plus 8 more healers-in a not messy white fast absorbing cream...gets rubbed in. Really works-no surprise to us that massage people we know who help out pro dancers/athletes, get the large 32 oz pump bottle size. OOFOS recovery shoes with their unique foam composition-are so comfy/shock absorbing and energy returning/supportive...we got Vibram outsoles on this pair so we can wear them outside on the concrete sidewalks. Weary feet get coddled, arches cradled without any hard discomfort (like-say some custom insoles), and a reviving bounce is added to our stride ...which is saying somet...

Hikers set to go places-need lightweight low cut boots-that are comfy enough to wear on an air bound plane  as well as on earth bound trails... A pair of these will last longer than the trip...all durable, wearable kicks that will last years. from Montana based OBOZ -this lightweight 9.3oz/quick dry mesh , minimally seamed hiker has that label's signature  protective TPU overlays + grippy Hyalite outsole-with protective ESS overlays-toe bumps and durable buuild-yet as comfy as a trail running sneaker. Fit-true to size...  BOA dial-micro adjustment makes this TREKSTA lightweight hiker easy on/off and guarantee don't have to re-tie laces that always seem to not stay tied! With a grippy Hypergrip® outsole, form fitting  EVA insole for arch support, and highly breathable mesh-waterproof (Gore-Tex®) upper-all day comfort NestFit system cradles feet + Ice Lock grips-whether strolling streets, sidewalks or trails. Fit wise-we found run a tad big -about a h...

SLC/NYC STORMY KROMER-WOLVERINE, OOFOS, ADIDAS OUTDOOR, ICEBUG, Stormy Kromer-Wolverine collaboration-featuring iconic red/black plaid wool, full grain leather upper from Horween Leather -as part of Wolverine's Fall 2015 collection Location, location, location -this handsome wool leather lace-up hiking/dress shoe hybrid---comes courtesy of Wolverine (founded 1883-by G.A. Krause) and Stormy Kromer (founded in 1903 by George 'Stormy' Kromer)-heritage brands from Michigan's Lower and Upper Peninsulas. Stormy Kromer x Wolverine boot- Love at first site-these made in the USA ($400) got Instagrammed toute de suite---but deserve a second mention...welt construction is obvi-with a rugged outsole, visible hand stitched details, and solid metal hardwear that's old school gone new. OOFOS- --gets major foot time on our feet...the proprietary OOFOAM™ -another genius thing to come out of  South Korea ( seriously -skin care/beauty/Samsung-and their take on...

Outdoor Retailer/SLC New Styles with Dynamic Footbed + Five Layer Footbed= Active Recovery System™ Montserrat -Mesh/Suede uppers-hiker kind of lacing-part of the Outdoor Trekking Collection $144.95 Truth be told, sometimes we're not recovery from anything more than sharing airspace with a few grouchy subway commuters  who like to 'share' their moods---so with a broad take on recovery, we think the new Fall 2013 Birki's with modern uppers in assorted textures...very appropriate to wear, often. on left-Kay-mesh upper-$124.95 with Birko-Flor lining on the upper for breathable comfort-both styles-Men/Women We get though that with its 5 layer cork footbed , plus styles with the Dynamic Footbed that consists of  a protective midsole layer of viscoselastic "memory foam" for maximum shock absorption, pressure distribution, and stability---Birki's are popular with the outdoor enthusiasts and athletes-both pro and amateur. Serious comfort is alwa...