Review on Bare XF Men's Cross Training Shoes: Optimize Your Fitness Performance by Vinay Kolluri

This is my second pair after the first pair of Inov8 sandals in 4 years. They are still quite usable but are beginning to show signs of wear. Any athletic shoe that lasts more than a year is worth it, 4 years is crazy. This shoe is best for squats if you don't have ankle mobility issues. They are not suitable for running as they do not absorb shock unless you know how to walk properly barefoot (without hitting your heel). I think running barefoot or in these shoes makes you stronger overall by increasing the stability of your foot and allowing you to lift more weight by making better ground contact and eliminating the need to push through the shoe cushion . It may take some time to get used to if you are not used to Zero shoes like Converse. But I will never raise anything else.