Merrell Women's J066368 Vapor Glove 4, Goldfish - Size 8.5

I wanted to like these shoes. I researched for a while trying to find the my next pair of great shoes. These were not it. While the rest of the shoe fit, the toe box was strangely large. I've worn other barefoot running shoes and consistently choose shoes with very little drop or support. These shoes caused strain on my ankles and knees. On downhills, the shoes consistently caused pain that ran up my calves and hamstrings up to my tailbone. I've never experienced this kind of pain before while running and run fairly regularly in other minimalist shoes. I do not have any persisting injuries or other issues. I cannot continue to run in these shoes.

I've heard Merrill made good shoes and checked out the site to see if I could find new running shoes. The Shoe style guide and auto selector were spot on for my needs. Better than barefoot is an understatement. Love both pairs I purchased and don't have the ankle pain when I run.

I love this shoe!!! Received these a few days ago and I haven't taken them off except to sleep. I have narrow feet with a high instep. These shoes are lightweight yet sturdy. I'm too old to run or hike but these are great house shoes. I can go outside and work in the garden. No break in required and the toe box is roomy. Merrell does it again. I love Merrell shoes.

This is by far the best shoe I have owned in a long time. They are beyond comfortable, to the point that I don't want to take them off. This brand in general makes comfortable, long lasting shoes/boots. I have foot pain and this is the only brand I have found that actually helps my feet throughout the day instead of making it worse. I would definitely recommend these.

I find the shoe runs a bit short, even with very thin athletic socks. I thought it would be okay, so I wore it on several walks, but I find the shoe makes my feet cramp. I have bought many pairs of Moab hikers over the years, and find the sizing consistent. I guess it is just the inflexibility of the Vibram sole which wraps up over the toe box--maybe it will work with no socks. I love the color combo and the shoe is well-made, but I wish I had bought a larger size.