The Vibram FiveFingers are a type of minimalist shoe manufactured by Vibram, originally marketed as a more natural alternative for outdoor activities (sailing, kayaking, canoeing, and as a camping or after-hike shoe).[1] The footwear is meant to replicate being barefoot and has thin, flexible soles that are contoured to the shape of the human foot, including visible individual sections for the toes.[2] The company settled a lawsuit in 2014 alleging false health claims and set aside $3.75 million to pay refunds of up to $94 to anyone who had purchased the product since March 21, 2009.[3]
- ^ "Interview to Michael Martin, National Sales Manager for Vibram FiveFingers". The Living Barefoot Show. Episode 3. 2009-07-30. 47 minutes in.
- ^ "Foot mechanics and health". Vibram FiveFingers. 2010-07-20. Retrieved 2011-10-17.
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