Feelgrounds Move
FeelGrounds is not a new brand in the barefoot shoe market, but until now they have focused on casual footwear. Move is their first model designed for training.
If anything characterizes this brand is precisely that "you feel the ground" "FeelGrounds", since you are as close to it as you can be wearing a shoe.
If you are looking for a minimalist training shoe, I hope this review will help you.
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Pros
Cons
Foot shape
Wide to ensure free movement of the fingers.
Drop
Drop 0 to keep the body aligned. Drop is the difference in height between the front and the back.
Sole
Very flexible and thin 4mm. It incorporates an insole of another 4mm that can be removed or kept if you are looking for more padding.
Material
Superior: breathable to minimize odor, very flexible and of vegetable origin (Tencel Lyocell).
Sole: improved in relation to the first models of the brand to improve its durability.
Adjustment system: laces, which allows you to fully customize the fastening.
Design
It incorporates a lateral reinforcement that helps the foot feel more supported.
Since the material is very thin, it has padding on the heel area to make it more comfortable.
Weight
Lightweight, size 43 EU weighs 286 gr. For comparison, metcon 9 weighs 378 gr and Nano x4 332 gr.
Colors
4 unisex versions available:
White, black, greenish "Gum Moss" and white with lilac and orange "Horizon" details.
Sizes
35 to 49 (full sizes without half sizes). When choosing your size, I recommend that you check the size guide. In my experience the size is correct, neither large nor small. If you are in the middle of two sizes, I recommend you choose the larger size for two reasons:
Style
The modern design allows you to use it not only for training.
Care
After each use, it is recommended to remove the sole and ventilate the footwear to minimize odor. You can also apply the spray to eliminate odors.
When the shoe is dirty it can be washed in the washing machine. This is a big plus, who doesn't like to have clean shoes in the wash? It must be a delicate washing program (without many revolutions) and with cold temperature. Allow to air dry.
Price:
The price is about 130 € / $129. It is the standard price of any other CrossFit shoe (Nano, Metcon, Tribase...). And cheaper than other barefoot brands like VIVO.
Return policy:
If you need to return your purchase you have 30 days. Footwear must be in perfect condition.
You can use the prepaid label that comes in the box and they will deduct 10€ on the return, or you can return them on your own.
* Price references and return policies may vary, it is always recommended to check again at the time of purchase.
Recommendations
We already know that moving barefoot or with a shoe that imitates it to the maximum helps to have functional feet and this is positively transferred to the rest of the body, but if you have never done it before, make a coherent transition for switch to minimalism without injury.
As far as possible, try to wear minimalist socks also do not restrict your movement.
