Comments on: Vibram Fivefingers Bikila Review Part 2: Additional Thoughts on Bikila Running

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Adam.

I sized down in the Bikila, so no way I could get a pair of socks in
there. I do wear Injinjis on all of my KSO runs, but again, they are a
size larger.

Pete

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Mike.

No idea - I live in NH. You can buy online at City Sports, REI, etc.

Sent from my iPod

By: Mark

Mark — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I love these shoes. I have a bad flat foot, and when I approach the 7-8+ mile zone I would get bad shin splints and later hip pain.

In the Bikila's it has all gone away. Other than that dreaded calf pain the first few runs. I feel much faster, and more in sync, than I ever did in regular running shoes.

After running for years in normal shoes, I'm blistering bad on my right heel, as I'm still striking down too hard. I'm hoping that in time, I will adjust my bad habits.

I'm preparing for a half marathon in just under 2 weeks, and am hoping to do it in the Bikila's. My longest run to date in them is about 6 miles.

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to brett stewart.

I've also found that they loosened up a bit after a few wears. They were
uncomfortably tight at first, but now feel perfectly snug.
Pete

By: Dan (Milan, NH)

Dan (Milan, NH) — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

My Bikilas came in last night. They are much more of a dedicated running shoe than my KSO's. I found they were easier to put on. The adding padding on the forefoot was nice considering the rough roads I run on. My wife's pair should be coming in early next week!

By: nathan118

nathan118 — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Would love to try these, but I'm afraid I'll be stuck with my Sprints. My last two toes are fairly curved, and it's super hard getting them in the toe pockets on the sprint, where my fingers can reach down and put my toes in places. Without that access, like in the Bikila, I don't think I could get my toes in the pockets.

I like my sprints...but wondering what a good alternative is for those of us with oddly shaped toes. :)

By: Steeplechaser29

Steeplechaser29 — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I LOVE my bikilas too. I've worn nothing else for running ever since I got them ~ a month ago and they are great! I actually like to wear them around for walking too - probably more so that my VFF classics. (but I've actually had my classics for less time, so maybe I'm just not as used to them.
Thanks for the review!

By: KEDSand1

KEDSand1 — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Great blog posts! I'm getting a pair of Bikilas today. After two years of running with (what are now hole-y) Sprints, I'm looking forward to hitting the road with the Bikilas.

By: Larry

Larry — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I'm an avid FiveFinger runner, 75+ miles per week on average in them.. i'm not sure how I missed this new release, but as soon as I saw your article I ordered a pair.. Overnight delivery from REI. Very excited to see the improvements for this passionate KSO runner..

By: Ari Herzog

Ari Herzog — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Hi Pete, I bought my first pair of Vibrams today -- with the Bikila model, because it felt more comfortable than the KSOs which is what I had thought I would buy. I also liked the Flow, but the Bikila felt better in the heel.

Question: How has this particular model worked for you for non-running, e.g. as a general purpose fitness/walking pair?

By: Ari Herzog

Ari Herzog — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Pete Larson.

Isn't there supposed to be a snug fit in all of them? Isn't that what separates the "feel" of the Vibrams from other shoes?

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

where can I buy biklias in New Jersey?