I don't know about you, but the only reason I need shoes in my day to day life is because I grew up wearing shoes. Left to their own account, my feet would be at least as durable against thorns and rocks as a pair of Amer-Aid flip flops.
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For what it's worth, I have a pair of vibrams and they're very comfortable, even for weirdos like us. I imagine it's just a matter of sizing.
I've been thinking about buying these, along with a worn out pair of "normal" shoes.
Then I'll cut out the soles and put the top part over the weird comfy shoes.
Best of both worlds!
Death to all footcoffins!
They're not so much footcoffins as they are toe and sole protectors.
All VFs have a bit of rubber padding on the front of the toe to prevent toe-stubbing.
I've noticed a significant improvement in the coordination/sensitivity of my feet, I stub my toe a lot less often in VFs than when I wear regular shoes. My calves have also become a lot stronger, and my balance has improved as well.
I don't wear them all the time, but it's fun when I do.
I think the toed socks are definitely very weird-looking, especially when they come in white, looks like a some sort of fetish gear.