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Minimalist running shoe reviews

8 shoes reviewed

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  1. Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    86
    Good
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6
    Any color
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Highrise (J06776)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Black (J06771)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Olive (J067665)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Granite / Tangerine (J067667)
    Merrell Vapor Glove 6 - Green (J068463)
    $90 $69
    Save 23%
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  2. Merrell Trail Glove 7
    82
    Good
    Merrell Trail Glove 7
    Any color
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black/White (J067706)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Black / Black (J037151)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Stonewash (J067661)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Monument (J067657)
    Merrell Trail Glove 7 - Pine / Gum (J067655)
    $120 $55
    Save 54%
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  3. Altra Escalante Racer
    91
    Superb
    Altra Escalante Racer
    Any color
    Altra Escalante Racer - Colorado (AL0A547R99)
    $150
    See on Altra Running
  4. New Balance MT10
    New
    85
    Good
    New Balance MT10
    $110
    See on New Balance
  5. Xero Shoes HFS II
    86
    Good
    Xero Shoes HFS II
    $120 $79
    Save 34%
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  6. Xero Shoes Scrambler Low
    88
    Great
    Xero Shoes Scrambler Low
    $150 $80
    Save 47%
    See on Amazon
  7. Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    89
    Great
    Xero Shoes Speed Force II
    $110
    See on REI
  8. Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    62
    Bad
    Xero Shoes Mesa Trail WP
    $140 $98
    Save 30%
    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.