Shoe Of The Day: Inov-8 Bare-X 180
- By Mario Fraioli
- Published Sep. 21, 2012
- Updated Dec. 4, 2012 at 2:26 PM UTC
Inov-8 Bare-X 180, $110
The Bare-X 180 is a unisex shoe designed for pure minimalist runners with no differential between heel and forefoot heights. It weighs in at a featherlight 6.4 ounces. www.inov-8.com
Inov-8 Bare-X 180, $110
The Bare-X 180 has an anatomical upper that shapes itself to the unique shape of your foot, allowing it to have a natural, unimpeded fit. It's also highly ventilated, allowing your foot to breathe well. www.inov-8.com
Inov-8 Bare-X 180, $110
The outsole of the shoe is made from a sticky compound designed to provide optimal traction on wet surfaces. It's durable as well, and is said to last up to 600 miles. www.inov-8.com
Inov-8 Bare-X 180, $110
This low-to-the-ground shoe encourages your body's natural biomechanics to take the lead when running and doesn't force your foot to do anything it doesn't want to do. www.inov-8.com
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Mario Fraioli
Mario Fraioli is a senior editor at Competitor magazine. A cross-country All-American at Stonehill College in 2003, he now coaches the Prado Women's Racing Team in San Diego and was the men's marathon coach for Costa Rica's 2012 Olympic team. His first book, The Official Rock 'n' Roll Guide To Marathon & Half-Marathon Training (VeloPress, 2013) is available in bookstores, running shops and online.
