Whitin Trail Running Shoe (Barefoot) Review
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- čas přidán 15. 06. 2024
- Whitin Trail Running Shoe Review
for a budget barefoot shoe, maybe.
But this would be a great shoe for the transition from conventional shoes to barefoot shoes and eventually barefoot.
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They now sell "Wide" sizes here: amzn.to/3PvVdEr
Very Well Informed. THANK YOU. And We look forward to more reviews!
These are by far my favorite. Since minimalist shoes tend to become worn-out faster than conventional, I found whitin to be the most cost-effective option.
Yes, they definitely win for the value.
What about tsla?
@@moredatesmorefiber3526 I have reviewed them.
The TSLA is a replica of the Vapor Glove 3.. a true barefoot shoe.
I would pick the TSLA over the Whitin.
While the Whitin has better material and aesthetics...
The narrow toe box and arch support is a negative.
@@GrownandHealthy Great review!
But would you put Tesla over ALL Whitin models? Whitin has a Barefoot skinner sock-like shoe and other zero drop models… maybe you can do a video on affordable zero drop wide toe minimalist shoes… Whitin, Joomra (I believe they may be the same company), Saguaro, Oranginer, Weweya, and Tesla. Would love to hear your take or analysis of these affordable shoes!
I’m mid-60s male…retired military and retired federal LEO. Through the years in both careers, I’ve had my share of injuries and stresses on my body, that I deal with even today. C’est la vie, I guess. While I work hard to maintain a healthy weight, I’ve been successful there by watching what I eat and drink, and walk, hike, backpack, kayak, and run my Aussie daily! I’ve watched a few of your videos, and you, sir, are an excellent communicator. Your videos are on point…and just looking at you and your condition, you obviously “practice what you preach” lending even more credibility to your message. One of the criticisms of Whitin…is their durability. But at the price point, I say “so what”…wear them 3, 4, 5 and maybe even 6 months…buy another pair. Unfortunately, then they end up in a land fill somewhere….but I think it’s safe to say that even the more expensive versions (vivobarefoot, Xero, etc) do as well, eventually. Again, Bravo-Zulu, amigo….I do enjoy-and learn from--your videos! Be safe, be well, and thank you, again!
Thank you!
You are right, durability is a major issue among barefoot footwear.
I hope as interest increases, the offerings will improve.
i just ordered these as a transitional shoe. Thanks for the review, this and a couple others really helped me decide. I appreciate you and your channel, it is a big part of me changing my gate so I can reach my goal of running a marathon before I am 50 and keep on the hiking trails; I hope until I am in my 60's.
Hey, just wanted to say thanks for your awesome work of constantly spreading useful info! Thank. You. Sir!
Your shoe reviews are so well done and helpful! Thank you!!!
I have a wide foot with a high arch. I just purchased my 2nd pair of these shoes. I even purchased a pair for my best friend (personal trainer). He likes them as well. I feel enough support for my arch. I know they're not a minimalist shoe but this works very well for me for walking and light running.
I agree - these are a good transition. I ordered these in women’s and also a pair of Xero Prio cross-trainers.
I’ve worn the usual running shoes for so many years. I have to get used to this zero drop.
I put the Whitins on if my feet hurt in the Xeros after a lot of walking. It helps a lot. Glad to have both.
Definitely culling my shoe collection and moving towards barefoot shoes.
What a great video...very informative. Thank you, Grown and Healthy!
Thank you for one of the most helpful channels on CZcams.
Thank you, very much!
Thank you for your honest review. I've looked at these a while back and instead bought a pair of wide toe canvas shoes instead. Ill stick to my new balances for trails.
Fantastic review!
I’ve had a pair for a couple of months now and I’ve really enjoyed it, but I did notice the narrow toe box from the start.
This hasn’t been a huge issue, since I’ve just started with barefoot shoes and I’m not yet used to a really wide toe box.
So descriptive! Thank you!
Picked these up a few weeks ago. Great for casual wear and very comfortable. Taken them out for a few runs. The warning that I would give is going uphill for me the heels move a little, which causes ankle socks to work their way down and under my heel. Longer socks have been fine.
Very informative & helpful video…thanks!
Excellent review. Thank you!
Thank you for this review. I just received a pair of these and after opening the package and putting them on my feet, I suspected they weren't really barefoot shoes. You confirmed what I was thinking. I find them difficult to put on, but once I get them on, they are comfortable. With no heel and a decent toe box, I think they will help me transition from my traditional walking shoes. I wore them for a short walk -- on pavement -- this afternoon and they were nice, much easier to walk with a forefoot strike.
Great review! I've had a pair of these for about 8 months and you're spot on with saying "NARROW foot." I would definitely recommend ordering a size up if you have a wide foot, as well as immediately removing the insole 👍🏽
Totally agree!
How long would you say these shoes have lasted you? lasting 8 months for their price is a good deal but if they are still in good enough condition now I will probably buy them immediately.
I don't agree with "narrow". Zero shoes (Aptos) is narrow but not the within. I'm a female with wide toes and they love this shoe!
Nicely done review!
I started wearing these for about two weeks now. I am curious if purchasing the wide versions would be a great next step once my feet have adjusted to these. Thanks for this review. I appreciate the zero BS approach!!!
I just bought a pair of Wide Whitins, they are definitely WIDE.
If you find the edges are rubbing on your Feet, the wide version is definitely a better choice.
Do you have any suggestions for warming up and stretches to prep for proper walking movement patterns before I actually go walk outside?
I have 4 pairs. Dont let this die out
Received a pair of these today and only had to wear them for a minute before I got onto the Amazon site and returned them. Extremely uncomfortable. I am size 9.5 narrow and the size 10 Whitins in this model (marked size 43) are too narrow and don’t allow my toes to spread at all. Worst of all is the hard nubbin that sticks out into my arches. I’ve never had any type of shoes that did that, and would never be able to get used it. I’d try the newer “wide” version, maybe, if I knew for sure it didn’t have the arch problem.
Thank you sir
How long would you recommend wearing these for jogging/walking the dog before I start transitioning to a true barefoot shoe?
Going on almost 2 years now with this shoe
I actually started my barefoot journey last year with these guys in the vine program, but I've now just bought into a pair of vapor gloves and spreaders.
Over time the (I got the size 12, should have gotten 11, got the vapors in 11 since the sock upper folding over is PAINFUL on this pair of whitins, and you need the laces tight to keep the cruddy insole from sliding out) the insole slides out and degraded super quickly. My worst time with these was waiting in a long line (>3 hours, multiple times in a week), without any sort of position to sit or move my legs, is there a better way to stand for a long time in zero-drop shoes?
Most of my walking is on campus, wearing down the rubber to where it is now thin enough to penetrate small thistles...
It's a lot of complaints, but I've worn these guys out daily and the shoe itself survived a ton of abuse, well more than the 40$, but wanted to comment here that they are indeed a good into to zero-drop!
I have a lot of foot sweat and I wanted to ask about wearing socks, I've been fine throwing the whitin shoes in the washer and hang drying, but I'm wondering if I should go with socks on the vapors? I hated socks before I went into zero-drop, often using fabric-top slipons and light sneakers before this, but I dont want to melt the adhesives or have residue build up which seems to be common in the spring with my feet.
Also amazon vine is pushing me to review these super thin carbon insoles, I'm assuming those would do more damage since it looks like it's for "energy return" from heel strikes...
really good review. I've had them for awhile, and the arch intrusion actually hurts my arches. I use them almost exclusively for the gym. What would you recommend for something around the same price for the gym? I almost buy exclusively Xero, but their shoes are double the price.
Thanks.
There is not much competition at this price... and the closest would be wrestling shoes, but they are around $60.
@@GrownandHealthy there’s now a wide version of this shoe on amazon that doesn’t have arch support. Have you tried it?
@@Annie_Lori Yes, I saw it, but I haven't tried it, yet.
The version of this shoe that I purchased didn't have the molded arch.
thanks man
I had to cut the ends of the lace holder since they stabbed the top of my foot with every step, but after i cut them and rounded them off, they were decent shoes. I found that wet roads were a little slippery for the first 2 months and they were incredibly sticky and loud for the first 2 months as well. But theyre durable and have held up for over year while being an everything shoe (lifting, running, working and walking) so id give them a 7/10. Theyre light and comfortable and dry quick after they get wet in the rain.
I run my road runs in aqua clouds from zero but every once in a while where of days I need just a little bit more that’s like a I think 5 mm total and I was kind of wondering, instead of going to a regular shoe if these would work cause I won’t be using that often that’s all I want. I need a little something more I guess so I wonder if they would work for road ridingbecause the other ones from the same brand are really just a shoe and the rubber underneath is really hard and it wouldn’t be good for a road
Thease are the type i like not too wide foot looks kinda like a regular sneakers .
Do you know how perform on grass, running, jumping, etc...?
I have been dealing with lower back tightness, hip tightness, and anterior pelvic tilt for a long time and finally realized that i have significant over pronation in my ankles. Do you think that switching to minimal shoes will be beneficial for these issues? Im not just looking for running shoes but something to wear all the time.
Definitely! But you must also incorporate a plan for strengthening your foot musculature.
Most barefoot manufacturers, like Xero, Wildlings, etc.. have a variety of styles.
I'm starting my journey and these shoes are so confortable for me! Aptos from zero-shoes disappointed me...
Nice video! I just bought these. I'm new to minimalist geared shoes. Would you use these shoes for more intense exercise like sprints or sports? I've been looking for a flatter more no nonsense shoe, like wrestling shoes only with a sole made for outdoors.
That is my ideal shoe, but I haven't found that combination yet.
@@GrownandHealthy The search continues 😆
@@juggnard found anything?
@@LuisC7 Nah, I've been running in these tho, they are nice for minimalist running
@@juggnard great. I bought a pair today. Do they last long?
Great video, thank you for the overview! Ordered them for the transition and for this they're great, but can we talk about how horrible they smell? 😂 Like wow, the rubber scent nearly took me out the first time
Agreed, they do smell. But I wear all my shoes without socks, so they all end up smelling bad.
What would you suggest I walk a good amount about 7-10 miles a day doing landscaping work. So grass rocks sidewalks asphalt and wet grounds what barefoot shoe would you suggest?
Knowing the effects of landscaping, this shoe is good quality at a price, that you wouldn't mind ruining with grass stains.
Ok I’m sold haha
Is there a true barefoot shoe you recommend for a newbie under $100? I was going to get these, but I’ll keep looking. Thanks!
I’ll mostly be using them as a daily walker and some exercise.
You can order them in WIDE sizes. The wides I ordered have a great toe box
Yes, they started selling them after I bought this ( I wear shoes I review at least 6-8 weeks, before I do a review).
I will definitely buy one.
Where are you guys seeing the wide size options? All I see are standard sizes.
@@markgonzales7777 amzn.to/3PvVdEr
The loops that hold the laces broke on my mine you can't tie them tight.
I could see that happening.
@@GrownandHealthy But I do have the w81's for about a year as my day to day shoe at work, I have been barefoot since 2014 and I can go hours on concrete with no problem while I used to have so many problems wearing running shoes or training ones, my go-to budget are the whitins, the merrels minimalist trainer and good ol chuck allstars.
Is this ok to wear if I have flatfeet? Since it has arch support
Yes, but you should engage in a program to strengthen your feet.
@@GrownandHealthy thanks, I've been walking and running with my mid foot like you recommended and applied the hip movement aswell
@@sheikhu1039 Good. How has the change impacted you?
hows the lateral support?
Not as strong as wrestling shoes. I couldn't sumo higher near 315lbs, without them rolling over.
Do you have an update? Did they fall apart yet?
No, still holding up. I don't wear them often, I have new shoes under review.
the plastic side strips are a dumb design, they are not flexible and cause discomfort on the feet. I ordered one pair from Amazon, returned and refunded right away
Ah, I already got it cuz I thought it was a barefoot shoe. I guess next season I’ll try again.
I guess the win is an accidental slow transition to barefoot shoes. When I have a better budget I think I might try wildling shoes. Any thoughts on those,anyone?
"The shoes looks more expensive than it is" On the other hand the expensive barefoot shoes look like they were poorly made
So close. Barefoot shoes do not have to be as expensive as they are. But these shoes are proof that barefoot shoes can be so inexpensive
That is true.
I do understand brand building, but when you get to $150+ you need to offer something absolutely remarkable.
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They look like they'd be hot to wear.