Comments on: B2R Trail Performance Shoe: Guest Review by Christian Messerschmidt

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 27 Feb 2016 10:37:49 +0000

Idk if I want the roads or the trails, I do a lot of trails in the summer but also flat running. I know the roads are the closet to being bare but does the trails still seem like your close to bein bare? basically are they good for flat runs too, and how well do you get for feet breathing?

By: Christian

Christian — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 22:29:26 +0000

In reply to Jay Mijares.

Hi Jay,
I have a bit of an odd foot with bunions…
The slit toe pocket straightens the big toe out so, for it, there is probably a quarter inch room and a half inch for the other 4-toe box. It does not bother me on the downhills, since the toe split keeps the toes from being crammed in the front.

By: Jay Mijares

Jay Mijares — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 03:21:21 +0000

Great review! I ordered a pair of B2Rs as well after reading this review. I went a half size smaller than my Altra Instinct and the fit is good.

Christian, how much room do you have between your big toe and the front of the shoes? Half and inch?

By: Christian

Christian — Sat, 01 Mar 2014 19:23:15 +0000

In reply to Paul Solt.

Hi Paul,
on the trail model, the upper is more dense and less airy and the toe cleft more “solid”.
Overall, while both shoes definitely have common roots, the trail performance feels every bit like an optimized sophomore effort.

By: Jimms H

Jimms H — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:11:05 +0000

All true. I read this review and sent out right away for a pair and after two runs, I am totally impressed ! What a sweet spot they have… they really pop !

By: Jonah

Jonah — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 18:33:57 +0000

The B2R Trails and Trainers are by far their best shoes. @Paul, the Trails are amazing for trail runs and has more cushion and feels great. I defiantly recommend a pair!

By: Brian Hazard

Brian Hazard — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 00:37:39 +0000

In reply to Christian. I really appreciate your help Christian! B2R is definitely a contender!

By: Paul Solt

Paul Solt — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 17:14:27 +0000

How does the new B2R shoe compare to the original B2R shoes?

I have the red pair, which have been pretty good, but cold slush gets between my toes on runs. That makes a chilly run a bit colder in Rochester, NY.

By: Christian

Christian — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 13:42:20 +0000

In reply to Christian. sorry, not Ben, Brian, of course.

By: Christian

Christian — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 10:25:38 +0000

In reply to Brian Hazard.

Hi Ben.
I have put a few hundred miles on a Topo RR and while it is considered a lightweight road racer, I consider it similar in terms of directional correction on the first toe. In fact, I’d say the Topo RR is a bit stiffer than the trail performance because the upper is very dense. For both shoes, a bit more straightening than in a Vibram FiveFinger Bikila since those are very soft.

PS: B2R will do free UPS returns.

By: Brian Hazard

Brian Hazard — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 02:32:15 +0000

In reply to lori enlow. That makes me feel a little better! I wonder how these compare with Topo Atheletic's split-toe models. Even though the width may be okay, it still looks like these would push your big toe over, since it's angled that way. Wish there were a place to try them on locally!

By: Christian

Christian — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 22:13:26 +0000

In reply to Vitor Roma.

Hi Vitor,
I am a big fan of the Minimus Line and the MR00 is a go-to road shoe for me.
I totally agree that there is no one RIGHT shoe for everyone since people’s feet and trails are so different.
Enjoy the MT00s!

Christian