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Minimalist running shoe reviews

7 shoes reviewed

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  1. Altra Escalante Racer
    91
    Superb
    Altra Escalante Racer
    Any color
    Altra Escalante Racer - Blau (ALM1933B440)
    Altra Escalante Racer - Colorado (AL0A547R99)
    $140
    See on Altra Running
  2. Merrell Trail Glove 7
    81
    Good
    Merrell Trail Glove 7
    Any color
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Stonewash (J067661)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black White (J067706)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Pine / Gum (J067655)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Lava (J067659)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black/Gum (J067653)
    $120 $51
    Save 58%
    See on Amazon
  3. Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    86
    Good
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    Any color
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Black (J06771)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Highrise (J06776)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Grey (J067667)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Olive (J067665)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Khaki/Coyote (J068145)
    $90 $81
    Save 10%
    See on Amazon
  4. Xero Shoes Scrambler Low
    New
    89
    Great
    Xero Shoes Scrambler Low
    $150
    See on REI
  5. Xero Shoes HFS II
    New
    86
    Good
    Xero Shoes HFS II
    $120
    See on REI
  6. Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    New
    84
    Good
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    $110
    See on REI
  7. Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    New
    N/A
    Not enough reviews yet
    Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    $140
    See on REI

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If you want running shoes that have the tech stripped down to let you run free, we've reviewed shoes that are up your alley. Our minimalist running shoe reviews discuss every aspect of how the shoe runs, so you can make sure that it's a picture-perfect match for you. We review all kinds of minimalist running shoes, whether you're looking for something for roads or trails, easy or training day pairs, or even medium or wide-foot friendly pairs.