VFF KSOs back in stock!

[Becky]

If you were watching and waiting like I was, it looks like Vibram has women's KSOs back in stock on their website! I didn't check all the sizes and colors, but they definitely had 39s.

I just ordered a pair of black ones, and I am sooooooooooooo excited!

(Sorry LRS- gotta get 'em while I can!)

[Blueberry]

I can't wait for the women's trek to come out - haven't heard anything lately, but I think it was slated for late spring 2010.

[Becky]

I definitely looked at those too....so nice!

I didn't see any of the new styles or colors up yet. The Bikila was another one on my list to consider, and I really liked some of the new colors, but not enough to wait longer for them.

[Blueberry]

What's the Bilkila? I don't remember seeing that one...

[Becky]

A "running-specific" model: http://www.runblogger.com/2009/09/vi...ff-bikila.html

Supposedly, this is the 2010 catalog that got leaked onto some Russian website: http://www.fizan.ru/RF/Sum2010/FiveFingers%20SS10.pdf

[tribogota]

I tried on 2 different styles of vibrams but couldn't get my pinky toe (which is squished down) in properly. I guess vibrams just don't fit everybody?

[wnyrider]

Hopefully someone may find this helpful... I just came across this site that includes the KSO product. They have free two day shipping.

https://www.zbsports.com/Store/Store...CategoryID=677

Use coupon code 0001200 for an additional 10% off. It brings the price of the shoes down to $76.50.

The special is said to last until the end of today, Jan. 8th.

Also they have the Classic ($67.50), Sprint ($72.00) and men's are included too.

[colby]

Okay, so the only thing stopping me from buying a pair is whether to buy mens or womens. I wear a EE in normal shoes, so I am thinking I should buy mens, and buy them 1/2 size bigger so I can wear my Injinjis underneath them. $75 is too good of a deal to pass up, so I think I might just bite the bullet!!

[sarahspins]

I don't think there's really a huge difference in the comparable sizes... the difference seems to mainly be one of color choice and the fact that the women's line is available in smaller sizes

I am able to wear socks under my classics with no problem.... I would actually caution going up a size since they likely won't fit right with or without socks. These shoes already have enough 'give' for Injiji's or any thinner toe sicks (mine were some $3 big box find).. the entire upper material is stretchy.

My KSO's are really difficult to get on without socks... there's NO way I could wear them with any socks.

I don't think wide feet tend to be a problem with any of the vibrams because of the materials used.. the loudest complaining I have heard is from people with super narrow feet.

[colby]

Thanks much for the advice, Becky (and pointing out the FAQ)! I wish I could try them on, but we don't have anyone who sells them around here.

[Becky]

Thanks much for the advice, Becky (and pointing out the FAQ)! I wish I could try them on, but we don't have anyone who sells them around here.

I ran into the same problem, since my LRS was all sold out. I managed to try on a different style while I was on travel for work, and that was enough to convince me that my feet weren't too weird for VFFs. I don't like buying shoes without trying them on!

Also, my LRS isn't listed as a dealer on the Vibram website. I just happened tto be in there looking for something else... Might be worth making some phone calls to potential dealers?

[Becky]

Okay, so the only thing stopping me from buying a pair is whether to buy mens or womens. I wear a EE in normal shoes, so I am thinking I should buy mens, and buy them 1/2 size bigger so I can wear my Injinjis underneath them. $75 is too good of a deal to pass up, so I think I might just bite the bullet!!

From the VFF FAQ (http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/technology/faqs.cfm):

I'M A MAN; CAN I WEAR WOMEN'S SIZES? (OR, I'M A WOMAN; CAN I WEAR MEN'S SIZES?)
We have recommended many male consumers to try on a female size FiveFingers and have had great success. The only difference between a male and female FiveFingers is that, male "lasts" are slightly wider and longer than the female models. If your foot is smaller than the smallest male size, certainly try on a female size based on your measurement in inches --you may have much better luck! Alternately, if you are a woman and your foot is bigger than the largest female size, we encourage you to try one of our Men’s models based on your foot measurement in inches.

I think I would look at the size charts for the length and give the men's styles a shot

[Jolt]

If you were watching and waiting like I was, it looks like Vibram has women's KSOs back in stock on their website! I didn't check all the sizes and colors, but they definitely had 39s.

I just ordered a pair of black ones, and I am sooooooooooooo excited!

(Sorry LRS- gotta get 'em while I can!)

Wow, your LRS actually carries them? You're lucky. I tried to talk mine into it a while back but they didn't seem interested (maybe I should try again now that there's been so much buzz about running barefoot or in minimal shoes). I also tried to talk my local hiking/backpacking/kayaking shop into it and they didn't think the shoes would sell well enough to be worth their small shop carrying them.

[Becky]

Wow, your LRS actually carries them? You're lucky. I tried to talk mine into it a while back but they didn't seem interested (maybe I should try again now that there's been so much buzz about running barefoot or in minimal shoes). I also tried to talk my local hiking/backpacking/kayaking shop into it and they didn't think the shoes would sell well enough to be worth their small shop carrying them.

I'm not crazy about my LRS, mostly because I'm not a "serious" runner and don't seem to be part of their target audience. I always get this weird vibe from them. AFAIK, they haven't carried VFFs all that long- makes me wonder if they jumped in on the trend or if anyone there actually uses them.

*shrugs* Whatever, I have other sources for running stuff (like TE!), so I'm not losing sleep over it.

[Becky]

Sorry to bump this thread, but my KSOs arrived today and I'm looking for some guidance about fit.

I ordered a size 39 according to the size chart, based on feet measurements and the fit of the size 40 Sprints that I tried on. My left big toe is pretty darn close to the end of the shoe, and feels a little "claustrophobic". None of my toes feel cramped or curled, just "close". I realize that they're supposed to be form-fitting, but is this a correct fit? Should I think about going up a size, or do I just need to get used to them?

Thanks in advance!

Becky