Barefoot running shoes

[Charlene]

Has anyone seen those new barefoot running shoes? I think they look awful, but I was wondering if anyone has ever tried them. Here's a link to check them out.
Vibram Five Fingers: Discover the Barefooting Alternative

[jason]

I have a pair. I think I need a slightly larger pair though. They are much different then regular shoes. I noticed it forced me to walk on my toes/front of the foot more. Otherwise my calves would burn like I gave them a good workout. I want to try them in the water but haven't gotten the chance.

[Alliegator]

I've seen those in the store. I have been wanting to get a pair. I love to walk barefoot anyway so this would just help me to go over some of the rougher terrain I walk over. I haven't gotten my feet toughened up enough to walk over gravel and I suspect these would help a bit anyway.

I'm envious Jason.

[jason]

I can tell you they hurt if you have in grown toe nails too. I forgot to mention that.