If you're using the size chart here on Vibram's US site your gonna end up with a larger shoe than you should have. (That's why a lot of people in the comments say to size down.) Use the size chart on Vibram's Europeon site to get the proper size. With that out of the way, on to the shoes themselves! I started running in minimalist shoes while in 2010 while I was still in the Army. "Toe shoes" were banned in uniform so I started with Nike Free 3.0(I can hear the groans from the minimalist purest now, but they served me well as a transitional shoe.), next was the Merrell Trail Glove which did me well in Afghanistan as I completed my enlistment and got out In 2012. I jumped on the Vibram train and over the next few years started what seems now like a "race to the bottom" with the Bikila LS, followed by the KSO EVO and then the Skinners running sock and the FYF sock. After my one and only run in the FYF's left me grimacing in pain everytime I stepped on the smallest of pebbles, I came to the conclusion that I had gone a little overboard with my minimalist pursuit. (Honestly if your thinking about FYF's you're better off going barefoot.) So since I only really run on roads, bike paths and paved surfaces I decided to try the shoe Vibram designed specifically for that purpose. And I'm glad I did! This shoe has been just what I was looking for! It is without a doubt my favorite running shoe ever! Vibram has definitely learned from and evolved the Bikila for the better! I ran 7 1/2 miles yesterday morning and my legs, knees and feet felt and feel great! In fact my legs have been feeling stronger than ever! These shoes are awesome! In fact they feel so amazing I'm currently looking into Vibram's "Casual" selection because I find myself not wanting to put my feet into regular shoes!

Ramz

Carson City, NV

Owned many VFFs... this is the first to actually fall apart. I've logged many more miles on my previous Bikilas—none fell apart and no holes. Like previous reviews, the rubber inserts do not hold up well. Not satisfied.

Navy Runner

Monterey, Ca

Rubber pieces fell off after only 3 runs I switched them for the v-trail I hope Vibram dices this problem with the next model.

Matt

Lindon, Utah

Loved the Bikila and this is the updated version. I wear a US mens 10 in Merrells and 10.5 in running shoes. Purchased the 43 and they are perfect! Nice and roomy. I love everything about them minus the tab on heel which is causing discomfort when worn barefoot. Don't care for the Injini socks but they solved the heel rub. I will purchase again. I love my Merrell Vapor Gloves but feel that the V-run has a better fit and cushion even though there is almost nothing there.

Mark

Ohio

I've purchased several Five Finger shoes since 2010. And I've always fit in a size 41 with not problems. This shoe feels way too narrow and tight. I liked the Bikila Evo's so much better. I've purchased Furoshiki's as well and even those sizes have changed this year. I wish their sizes would stay consistent because of they don't fit they make you pay to ship them back. Which can be very costly.

Tom

California

After my old five fingers wore through, I decided to look into the newer design of the V-Run. I read some reviews that described discomfort/blisters on the top of the foot (under the laces), so I wore them around the house for a month before taking them running, and then a week on a treadmill for a break-in period; this worked and are now very comfortable for both running and walking.

Rob

Keller, TX

I bought the v-runs because I'm a fore foot sprinter and my other running shoes were on their last leg. These vibrams are my first pair as I was looking to give the minimal shoes a try. These are insanely comfortable, although, I cannot give a comparison to other vibram five finger models. The only reason I cannot give five stars is, although, the fabric and stitching is of high quality, the nature of the light weight fabric seems as though it would not hold up to heavy outdoor use for very long such as concrete running. Others have had issues with this it would seem after reading the comments, however, this is not an issue for me because I run strictly in controlled environments such as on treadmills and never wear the v-runs outside or on surfaces that I think may wear down the materials on the shoe.

fore foot forward

Texas

Great shoes. But give yourself plenty of time to get acclimated into this. If you rush in, you are inviting injuries. But the result of this V-run is so rewarding. No knee pain, no black toe nail after my half marathon.

The Runner

Nebraska

I have been using Vibrams since 2010, when I got my first pair of the original KSO model. Since then, I have acquired the Spyridon, Seeya, Seeya LS, another KSO pair, and now the V-Run. This model is by far the best that I have used. In the past, I would run with Vibrams, but inevitably would stop due to injury issues. Most of the time it was myself doing too much, too soon. I took a three year break from using Vibrams on my run, and started running in Altra Zero Drop shoes. Recently, my Altras needed replacement, and I decided to give Vibrams another chance. The material of the V-Run is extrmely comfortable and soft. The upper stretches a bit, and you can tighten the laces for a more secure fit. The soles have a bit more texture, and thus, a bit more padding. Regarding sizing, I find they run big. I normally wear a size 41 across all previous models. For this model, I used Vibram's measurement criteria on their website, and used their recommended size. I went with a size 40. and they fit absolutely perfect. This is the first pair of Vibrams that I can use without getting blisters. I have done two seven mile runs, and didn't feel one blister. I did put a small piece of Mole Skin on the back of both pairs, because in previous models, the seams would give me blisters. I have now owned my pair for two weeks, and have put over 50 miles on the pair already. They are holding up great, and my legs have been feeling good. I did have some ankle soreness after two long runs, but ankle soreness is common after a long run for me - in any pair of shoes. I find that running in the Altra shoes for the past three years have acclimated my calves to absorb a full forefoot strike. I will be buying a second pair of the V-Run model. My only, and I mean only, complaint about the model is the lace system. The tension slider tends to come loose on one of my feet, causing the shoe to fit a bit looser after I start running. I will just buy a pair of normal shoe laces, and replace them.

Tim

Houston, TX

I bought this to switch to a minimalist shoe. I was running in Nike Free prior to this. Wore out my old ones, bough a new pair and didnt like the changes that were made to it so I decided to try a 5 finger shoe. I started off walking in these for a few weeks and then short runs for a few weeks. I definitely felt some soreness in certain areas of my foot and calf muscle from my body having to adjust. Nothing too painful and worked out with stretching and massage. In the past I had knee and back problems that would be aggravated when running which spurred my choice of going minimalist. Now I run pain free, and these shoes are so comfortable. The fit for me was perfect.

goodwood77

Austin, Tx