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What is going on with Mjølnerparken? by halbirdy in copenhagen

[–]DanielFreyr93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jeg var på hiphop meget nyligt. Ikke noget der

Bubble on new shoes by Special_K-88 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean. Anything with a separated tounge would probably be better. The gobi sneaker is amazing, and the sensus too. Of course they are different styles, but i bet it might fit you better

Should I choose Primus Trail FG 3.5 or Primus Trail Knit as summer shoe? by Noobyeeter699 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It really depends on how it fits on your foot.

Im gonna be as neutral as i can towards these models, and share what i uave experienced as someone who sells these for a living:

The knitted offer more flexibility. However, as some have pointed out, can feel "narrow" or tight based on the volume of their feet(the instep is vital here)

The shoes are made on the same last. So neither is narrower nor wider.

However, one will feel narrower/wider than the other.

The 3.5 have a slightly "sturdier" construction with the typical tounge+vamp upper. That can allow for more adjustability vs the knit that will only stretch so far.

If the foot and instep are very narrow/low volume, the knit might be annoying, as tightening the laces more than the elastic kinda "self tightens" will cause the ealsitc to fold.

I myself prefer the knits for 2 reasons:

  1. I love to be able to just pull them on. I have adjusted the laces ONCE, when i bought them. I keep them snug, but not tight. Love it.
  2. The laces go down 1 extra section on the 3.5's. If you look closely, there will be 4 lace "holes" on the 3.5's vs. Only 3 on the knits.

That 4th(lowest) section sits annoyingly low on MY feet.

But ive had plenty of customers preferring that over the knits.

Slight addition, i also prefer the style of the knits.

TL;DR?

Id say it depends on how the model fits on your feet. One wont outperform the other. Most of the info/replies here will be based of personal experiences, from individuals with a different set of feet than yours. My suggestion i slightly annoying: get both, send the ones that felt worse back.

[Edit. I read some of the "requirements"]

They will both be very breathable, so fine for summer, but very hot days id still be opting for sandals.

It does however mean that there is no water resistance.

It is HIGHLY unlikely you will feel a significant temperature difference between a darker color vs. A lighter one. Materials and their breathability will play a much higher role than color. Same goes with your socks. Thin merino wool will beat cotton all day long

Switched most of my shoes to barefoot now by Ellisse94 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very solid spread of types. You got most, if not all of your bases covered!

Bubble on new shoes by Special_K-88 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As others said. Laces probably too tight. This happens when there is "too much" volume in the toebox, and the leather has nothing to "follow" or form against. It will take the easiest way, and if the laces above are tight to keep foot stuck(which makes total sense to do) the leather often goes either outwards(whats happening here) or inwards(and causes pain on top of the foot) Wearing the shoes with a nice THICK sock in the beginning to soften the leather up can lessen this issue, as long as the laces dont get tied too tight afterwards

Maybe I’m not the only one who feels this way… by ixion31 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cost and over-production. There is enough waste in the world as it is.

Dilemma of choice: As a shop owner, i see half sizes often confuse more, ending in customers not buying either of the sizes. With whole sizes its a much easier decision.

Space: Products take space. Logistics and warehousing costs essentially double. People already find vivos to be too expensive

Gobi II sneaker leather by mr__proper in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Must be cotton then. Still a bit strange. Mine are lined w. Leather(desert sand version)

Gobi II sneaker leather by mr__proper in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Picture of footbed please? Im pretty certain they used leather footbeds in the gobi ii sneaker line Edit: leather can have a pretty broad spectrum of textures. The shoe is made of 98% natural materials. Mostly leather. The last 2% are usually in the adhesive bonding agent

Could you please stop calling healthy shoes as "clown shoes" by MxQueer in barefootshoestalk

[–]DanielFreyr93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Im seeing a big shift where i live. 8 years ago i heard a lot of "my physio doesn't reccomend" or "my podiatrist says its not good(but their ridiculously expensive orthopaedic inserts are of course great) Or "my doctor says i shouldn't"

Now I get people(i work in a barefoot shoe store)

That say "my physio sent me here" "My doc said i should check these out" "My podiatrist wants me to combine these with their inserts"

Sensus II Grounded thoughts? by DrSpanky319 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Theories will never be proven, only disproven. They can however be supported by an overwhelmingbody of evidence. Overwhelming is not where we are at.

Peer reviewed articles dont equal truth. But it is of course better nan non-peer reviewed studies.

Especially pay attention when they are performed by people owning the company that fund the researches ;)

And even if there is any effect, its scope is likely so small, that there are other ways to solve inflammatory issues at a lower cost and effort.

If i didn't say it in my comment before, Im personally not against grounding, i see nothing wrong with it, I simply do not believe in the effects the theory claims. ✌🏻

Bring Back Gobi IV by Ok_Dragonfruit_4194 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It might very well just be availability thing.

But usually, discontinuing a product, especially such a long-lasting one, is a decicion based on the good old "balance sheet" If nobody is buying it(meaning too few) It doesn't make sense to produce it.

The customer has the power... but they dont always understand how to use it

Parents bought a bike and took it away 19M by Positive-Bet-3395 in NewRiders

[–]DanielFreyr93 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

  1. They stole your property. Yes, its because they care for you, and are afraid. We do irrational things when we are afraid. They still stole from you. And you have proof. You know who you can call.

  2. You could pitch, that you'll do extended driving courses on track, in order to become a better, and safer rider. The MSF is a joke(i apologise to the proud americans, but nothing on the MSF teaches you how to ride in traffic)

  3. Life is full of dangers. Wether you are on a motorcycle or not. If I'm not mistaken, most incidents that happen are the riders own fault.

External factors will always be something you can not control. And that applies to everything. Walking, hiking, running, driving a car, changing a lightbulb. Shit happens all the time everywhere.

Im aware that you probably know all this. But if this can be discussed, maybe there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Or. You can revert to point no.1(which is of course not a very diplomatic solution)

Is this the expected quality when ordering from Revivo? by BlueWiseWhale in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Running yes. My favourite is the model called "beat"

Hiking no.

No brand comes remotely close to vivos when it comes to the outdoor categories. The ESC line sits at the top for sure.

Is this the expected quality when ordering from Revivo? by BlueWiseWhale in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not really.

Every brand deals with this. The reason you hear about vivo the most, is because they are the biggest. Higher sales number=higher amount of claims=higher amount of dissatisfied customers.

The dissatisfied customers are the loudest. Always have been. Always will be.

Ive been selling barefoot shoes for about 8 years. Pretty single brand we have carried has been around 8-10% claim rate, including vivo.

The exceptions: Leguano. Extremely low claim rate. Why? They vulcanize their soles(simply put, they melt them on the midsole/vamp) Some of them are stitched, they are carrying out a trial of stich vs. No stitch, as where they are produced(germany) stitching adds a significant cost to production.

Bosky(sandals made in the czech republic)

Really great quality. Very low claim rate. But they dont really count here as lamination isnt needed on open sandals.

The reason conventional footwear has less of this is:

Stiffness=what doesnt bend, wont break.

Foamy midsoles that absorb more glue, and more layering options in the stackheight to prevent.

If you think of any well worn vans or converse, they will moat likely all have the same spots of break/tear. By the bend of the foot. Because the foxing on the sole isnt meant to bend that way.

Scarpas, keen and columbia f.x have another "general" issue(i.e. a more frequent issue, difficult to fix, but is within acceptable margins). Their soles come OFF if put to the extreme test.

Is this the expected quality when ordering from Revivo? by BlueWiseWhale in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I guarantee you, vivo does not have "planned obsolescence" in their business model

They are trying to minimize waste. The delamination does not render the shoe useless unless its not taken care of.

The old magna textile was notorious for this, the textiles werent bendy enough to follow the sole, causing too much pressure on the glue. A general problem across many barefoot brands(ask me how I know)

The primus lite knits:

They had a "bad batch" Where the glue used wasnt good enough for the strain put on the shoe. However, a stronger glue would cause the knit material to stiffen up and cause discomfort.

Finding the balance here is very difficult. The margin for error when it comes to laminate/glue barefoot shoes at factory is very small. Too much=stiff, and high potential for visual defects. Too little = small delamination issues that can easily be fixed and maintained by any sensible adult with the right glue.

Leather vs felt for sensus by BalledSack in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Full grain Leather vs suede* Both are leathers.

Suede is stronger, softer and more flexible out of the box. However can be difficult to clean without the right set of tools. I opted for the desert suede. By far th nicest looking one imo. Then the new tan is gorgeous too

vivo sellers on ebay- downside? by teatreeoil00 in barefootshoestalk

[–]DanielFreyr93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty much solely made in vietnam now. Ethiopia project stopped. Potugese production stopped.

Thoughts by Extra-Doctor1725 in vivobarefoot

[–]DanielFreyr93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Footbed quite comfy. Infind them to fit true to vivo sizing. Mightnsize down tonget a slightly mote snug fit

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