Why Choose Merrell Barefoot Shoes? Merrell has advanced on running technolgy by going back to the basics. By creating a low profile minimalist running shoe with 0mm heel-to-toe drop, Merrell's Barefoot shoes create the ultimate ground feel and barefoot-like movement. Merrell has created Bareform™, which helps build strength, increase stimulation, and improve alignment.

First, the Barefoot shoes help align your posture over your midfoot as you run, which opens your chest so you can breathe better. Second, the Merrell Barefoot shoes promote balance because your feet should land nearly "pancake flat" beneath your hips, rather then extend away from your body. Having the 0mm heel-to-toe drop promotes the midfoot landing that spreads out the absorbtion of impact, instead of focusing it on the heal. Lastly, Merrell's Barefoot shoes promote a shortend stride, increasing cadence count, and again prevents over-striding. With a faster cadence, the body uses a more natural propulsion system (ligament, tendons) to power you forward.