Our verdict
Mixed to negative reviews were showered upon the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0. This addition to the global roster of trail running shoes apparently didn’t have the soundest construction due to its tight width profile, a half-a-size too small sizing scheme, and an upper that scratched skin. But not all of the responses were dire; some users commended the shoe's durability, as well as its reliable traction and appealing looks.
Pros
- Durable
- Dependable tractions
- Appealing
- Protects from aggressive paths
Cons
- Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0
- Uncomfortably tight wrap
- Similar and cheaper
- Heel collar causes chafing
Who should buy the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0
You will love the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0 if you want an appealing minimalist shoe that is durable enough that it provides dependable tractions and protects your foot from aggressive trail paths.
Updates to the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0
- Ideal for the unpredictable nature of the off-road
- It has a close-to-the-ground construction that simulates a barefoot running experience, as well as individual toe-chambers that promote versatile movements and positional balance
- Upper now has a water-repellant 3D Cocoon mesh that offers consistency in its protective capacity and confidence when traversing wet surfaces
- A 2-millimeter insole serves as the cushioning unit of the V-Trail 2.0. It lightly supports the foot without sacrificing proprioception (the perception of the surface against the foot-pad).
- Shielding the thin underfoot platform is the Vibram® Megagrip, a rubber that is durable and handles both dry and wet terrains
D Cocoon mesh upper of the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0
Vibram’s very own Megagrip compound is used for the outsole unit of the V-Trail 2.0. This full-length layer covers the entire external pad, encompassing even the individual toe sections of the forefoot. It protects against wear and tear while also ensuring traction.
A heightened surface grip is afforded by the set of non-prominent traction nodes that are on the surface of the Megagrip compound. The triangle-shaped patterns also help in bettering the motion when on inclines and rough paths.
Though generously placed, the rubber outsole doesn’t hinder the natural flexibility of the foot. The lack of a traditional midsole unit also reinforces such a particularity.
Jens Jakob Andersen
A 2-millimeter ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) is used as the midsole unit of the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0. This full-length piece offers mild cushioning that doesn’t hinder the capacity of the foot to perceive the ground.
3D Cocoon mesh upper of the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0
The upper unit of the Vibram FiveFingers V-Trail 2.0 is made of 3D Cocoon mesh, a stretchy material that extends to the flipside of the outsole unit. The wraparound characteristic of this technology ensures snugness and security. It even repels splashes of water, thereby increasing confidence when tackling wet paths.
Printed overlays adorn the toe-chambers. These add-ons bolster the durability of these individual spaces, ensuring that the toenails or external debris won’t tear through the fabric.
A single-pull lacing system is used for the upper unit. Thin yet durable shoestrings loop through fabric eyelets and stitched-on overlays, ending in a pull-and-lock tab that adjusts the tightness or looseness of the fit.
Stitched-on overlays cover the sides and the heel of this running shoe. These sheets are tasked with keeping the foot in place, preventing it from wobbling or exiting the interior unceremoniously.
