Vibrams FiveFingers shoes have been around for some time now. In fact, they first became available to buy over a decade ago back in 2005. The original prototype was developed in 1999 by the young design student Robert Fliri, who wanted a shoe that would cause him the least sensory disruption whilst exploring and moving through the outdoor natural environment.
Working with Vibram to develop his idea, Five Fingers were originally targeted at yacht racers as a solution that would help them improve grip on wet slippery decks whilst maintaining the advantages that came from being barefoot on deck.
The shoe's potential as a minimalist running shoe was recognized and suggested to Vibrams CEO by Ted McDonald, a runner, popularly known as "Barefoot Ted" because of his reputation for running without shoes and who had developed a successful career as a barefoot running coach.
Today Vibram have developed models of FiveFingers that are suited to a variety of sports and activities including but not limited to: fitness training, martial arts, powerlifting, running, hiking, yoga, kayaking, paddle boarding, and other water sports
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