MerrellWomen's Vapor Glove 3

… but, turns out, I had nothing to worry about, and ended up a very happy customer. They do take a tad bit longer to arrive, understandably.I’ve worn Merrell’s before therefore I kind of knew what to expect. “Glove“ is an appropriate term for them. They wrap around your feet and really don’t give you that much room, but they are not uncomfortably tight. Quite the contrary, they are soft, suede leather that will comfortably wrap around either your bare feet, or thick socks (provided you have ordered a size up for the thick socks).If you look at them from the side, you will see that there is not all that much room in the toe area material. So, they do kind of fit like a glove but if you know this going in, you won’t be disappointed. They will also stretch as, like I said, they are a very soft leather.I realize now, after many years, that I am so used to wearing zero-drop shoes that I can no longer wear thick platforms and heels, such as the ones made for running and hiking. I recently tried on a pair and felt all the while like I was tipping forward.If you like feeling the ground under you a little bit, and good balance, these are the ones to go with. If the sole is too thin, just stick in an insert, as you see I did for mine. I got those inserts from Amazon as well.All in all, happy with Amazon UK, as well as with my Merrells. 😎👍🏼👟👟

I love these shoes and they are close to perfect! Originally gave them 4/5 because there was a little spot where the sole appeared to be separating from the upper, but after several months of heavy use they are basically still as good as new.I have some ankle issues and tight calves, so I thought barefoot shoes might help me strengthen the ankle muscles and allow my calves to stretch without a chunky heel. So far, they seem to be helping. I was initially concerned about stability, since one of my feet kind of collapses (overpronates) and this shoe doesn't really have arches, but honestly I have way less knee and ankle pain wearing these than a typical shoe. The zero drop is awesome.The toe box is pretty roomy (more roomy than they need to be for my narrow feet, but still comfy) and the heel is snug. I've been wearing these hiking on dry (and sometines rainy) days in the PNW with no problems and I wear them to class every day as well. I wear size 7.5 in most shoes, and these were true to size.The rubber sole is somewhat asymmetrical, meaning one shoe has slightly more coverage than the other on the toe. Kind of weird, but not a big issue. They really do fit like gloves. The arch area hugs my foot nicely and it barely feels like I'm wearing shoes. The only thing that keeps them from being perfect trail shoes in my mind is the lack of tread and the low ankle (which allows lots of dirt, rocks, and leaves to get in). I would love to see a shoe like this with a neoprene sock built in.Compared to vivobarefoot's magna trail shoes, these are way nicer and comfortable. The vivobarefoots are wide and clunky, while the merrells are form fitting.

I like the weight. The soles are thin, so you feel rough surfaces. I like that they're machine washable. I've worn the vapor series shoes for a long time. My first two pairs lasted more than 5 years. The only shortcoming of these shoes is that the black dye can stain your feet. It washes off, but it does stain temporarily.

These shoes do fit like a glove. Extremely comfortable, love the look. This is my second pair of Merrell and the first pair made a squeaky noise as I walked, I thought just that pair. Today I put these wonderful new style on and as I walk, if I dont hold my toes upward they make an obnoxious, almost popping sound. I hate it! Its embarrassing. I wanna keep the shoes because they are perfect other then that sound. Great fit. Great style, all around, just that noise. I probably will keep them but this is the last pair of Merrell shoes I will ever spend money on. They would have gotten 5 stars had it not been for the noise

These are perfect gym shoes. I love the flexibility, and how lightweight they are with the right amount of arch support for me. They are leather and I feel like they will last a long time. I wear these with socks so I sized up. I have narrow feet and in traditional shoes I’m 7.5 to 8 but I purchased these in 8.5.I do not like these shoes for hiking. I like more padding for comfort when outside.

Bought these after reading about the benefits of zero-drop shoes for adjusting the running form. I am 57 and started running only about a year and a half ago, aware that in the past I had a broken ankle and a big toe, damaged big toe tendons, hip problems plus I have very high arches. It was likely my past injuries were affecting the running posture and performance, especially when I started developing painful shin splints, which forced me to stop running entirely for about 2 months. That's when I decided to buy and try the Merrell Women's Vapor Glove 3 Trail Runner. I was amazed by how light and comfy the barefoot shoes felt during the first short trial run AND I did not experience ANY shin pain during and after the run! For the last month or so I have been using them on and off, alternating with other non-zero-drop running shoes for longer distance runs and my shin splints are so much better. DISCLAIMER: I am NOT claiming these shoes are a fix for everybody's shin splints! But I think they did help me to change my running stroke, adjust to more front- and mid-foot landing, which in consequence remarkably reduced the shin pain. I can run up to 10 miles without any shin discomfort. I will definitely purchase another pair in the future.

Very good shoes and seller. Just take a little mores maller you take usually if you need it. A take 8 us women. With this one, need 7us. Very good seller. No problem. Thanks a lot

Mucho mejor que sus modelos predecesores. Ojalá siguieran fabricandolas

Amazing shoes it is my second pair in different color. Love them so much wear almost everyday.

Qualität wie erwartet gut!

No esperaba que fuesen tan cómodos, al principio cuando te lo pones tienes dudas, parece un zapato estrecho, pero te acostumbras rápidamente.