Comments on: Merrell Bare Access 2: First Impressions and Giveaway https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html Running Shoes, Gear Reviews, and Posts on the Science of the Sport Tue, 16 Oct 2012 02:39:00 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.12 By: go gators https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-686391557 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-686391557 In reply to Karen.

I’m also a little disappointed that my ability to participate is limited by my nonuse of Facebook and Twitter.

]]> By: Dave https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-684333574 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-684333574 I’m waiting for a Mix Master built on the barefoot platform. I.e. Bare access with a rock plate and knobbier outsole. That my friend would be a rocking (Rocky) mountain trail shoe. Mix Master will do for now, but I way prefer the fit of my Trail Gloves.

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-684364811 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-684364811 In reply to Stefan.

Not sure, but would not be surprised.

]]> By: chris szumigala https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-687088660 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-687088660 I’ve unfortunately had to all but give up on Merrell due to the damnable “arch pinch” they almost all have.

My BA1’s are the only ones that at least have toned that down, but from looking at the bottoms of the BA2 it looks like it’s back in full force. May just be unique to my anatomy, but anything other than flat and wide plays havoc with arch pain and aggravation to an old Jones fx. I just sent back a pair of Merrell Flux Gloves that I was hoping to use for the same reason. I hope Merrell will come out with at least one completely flat model in the future. Until then I spend most of my time in Kinvara 3, Go Bionics or Altra Instincts. Thanks for another thorough review Pete!

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-758318872 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-758318872 In reply to John Litherland.

Interestig, I’ll have to measure mine and see since I didn’t sense a difference. The BA1 may have a bit more volume in the upper, but width felt the same to me and they are all on the Merrell Barefoot last.
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]]> By: Paul https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-683634460 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-683634460 Meh. I wouldn’t call it a giveaway if it requires spamming my friends on Twitter or Facebook. This stuff makes the internet worse for everyone. Who are we monetizing, you, Merrell or Rafflecopter? I’d much rather monetize you by buying shoes from one of your links (which I did).

]]> By: Jesse Welling https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-719147037 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-719147037 In reply to Rick James.

Check out the Road Gloves, I think you’ll dig them. I’m going to backstock some of the Gen 1 Road Gloves and Trail Gloves because I’m not quite sure I like the look of the new Road Glove. It seems too similar in form to the BA2…

I hope Merrell is listening… I like everything they are giving us except for this arch.

]]> By: Art Arnan https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-990555935 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-990555935 Hi Pete thank you for a very informative blog. I have quick question regarding the Bare Access 2. I’ve been noticing a serious stretch underneath my right foot after a couple of miles. Have you read or experienced anything regarding this issue? I’ve been running in the shoes since May. On a side note I haven’t experienced any kind of pain while wearing my vibrams.

Thank You once again…

]]> By: Luke Thomas https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-684298531 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-684298531 Pete,

Please add G+ next time. Thanks!

]]> By: Karen https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-683596067 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-683596067 Am I missing a way to enter if I don’t have facebook or twitter?

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-684205611 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-684205611 In reply to Zach.

Thanks Zach, this is so true, and I appreciate your support!

I started this blog as a hobby and wrote about whatever I felt like writing about (family, running, etc). It grew way beyond anything I ever expected, and takes up an enormous amount of time to maintain – it’s basically a second job to research and post content, respond to comments (700+ posts out there now that can attract comments), and answering email in and of itself could be my full-time job (it pains me that I cannot get to all of them). I have no staff, just me as writer, editor, marketer, and advertising manager.

Just to give an example, my day yesterday involved working from 8:30 to 3:30, getting in a quick run, then going home to watch the kids and make them dinner while my wife went to teach a yoga class. After I got them into bed I spent 8:30-11:00 working on this post and other blog related stuff. It’s a busy life, and I have to justify the amount of time it takes to keep it up. I love blogging, in fact I’ve toyed with making it a full time job, but it’s certainly not easy money.

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]]> By: Herschelbmartin https://runblogger.com/2012/10/merrell-bare-access-2-first-impressions.html#comment-977820460 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=219#comment-977820460 Way late to the party. Just bought these today and am wearing them at work in order to get a feel for them. I know nobody who can help me with this locally (especially the salesmen in the retail stores). My concern is basically about fit. I got 11s, as the 10.5s felt like they’d irritate my toes if I lift them while running or my foot moved forward much. The roomy toe box feels nice, and the rest of the shoe fits very snug. How tight should they be in the mid foot area? I’ve never thought my foot is wide, and never worn wide sized shoes, but I’ve never worn minimal type shoes before. I bought these based on great reviews in general and the fact that they’re billed as a transitional toad shoe that’s good for long distances (I plan on gradually increasing miles as I grown in form and strength). Also, the arch is slightly bothersome for my flat-ish feet, but I think I’m getting used to it, and many reviews state that this sensation goes away in the act of running. Any advice concerning how this and ‘barefoot’ shoes should feel is appreciated.

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