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  1. Gidds

    Iguaneye Kickstarter

    I don't necessarily endorse this campaign but I thought it was interesting enough to share. I can't tell if they are zero-drop and I am not sure I like the word "support" being bandied about but I don't see any arch supports. I like the Amazonian inspiration.
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    The Unoffical Official Hiking Thread

    Post your barefoot or alternative shoe hiking adventures, pics, gear, tips & tricks, and hiking/camping/trekking/backpacking (without clunky boots) questions here!:D I know a number of BRS members love hiking so I hope we can get a great discussion going.
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    Unexpected Oww

    Not sure if this goes here or in Gear & Footwear. Mods move it if you think it needs it. I have a brand new pair of Vivobarefoot Off Road Hi Hiking Boots!:D (thanks bfinaz for the coupon code, wouldn't have them otherwise!:D) They are beautifully made boots, I will write a review eventually. I...
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    How not to look like Sasquatch?

    I tried shooting some video for gait/form critique last night around sundown and was not pleased with the result, although it is proving to be a learning experience. How long should it be? From what angle? Android and iPhone tips and tricks? What's useful and what's not? What am I looking for...
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    Pets

    Whatcha got? I figured we may as well have a pets thread. I came out of the bathroom just now to this scene: Look carefully for the misbehaving pets. Those dishes are clean by the way. Here's a younger version of the hair machine that does NOT belong to me:
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    Dog Hair

    My husband's labrador sheds approximately 3 beagles, 2 yorkies, and one chihuahua worth of hair every twelve hours. I am very allergic. Dog is banned from the bedroom so it is mostly hair free. My feet are cold. Should I: a. Stay in the bedroom and put on socks b. Put on slippers, which are the...
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    Operation Disposable Socks

    I am currently "minimizing" my house. I won't say I have OCD because that isn't fair to actual sufferers, but clutter and crap give me the heebie-jeebies and I can't get anything done or relax if it is around. The closet is the focus of the latest onslaught. Last year when I decided to go...
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    Rock the Kilt

    This sub-forum obviously needs more attention. Post running kilt pics here. I don't like having my picture taken. I'm not sure if I've lost weight since May or the camera adds weight.
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    Playing

    I just got back from the playground. Yes, the playground. Why would a stodgy, 30-something, childfree woman nicknamed "The Fun-Sucker", who glares perpetually go to the playground? I am trying to decide if I am still limber enough/have achieved a minimal amount of upper body strength to handle a...
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    I did something bad today...

    ...I honked my car horn at the young, male, shirtless, large-muscled, tattooed, VFF runner I passed on the way home from work. Them my immediate thought was: "Oops he looked a bit young, maybe I should not have looked, much less honked....no wait people under 18 generally do not have full-sleeve...
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    My First Tri

    I am thinking about doing the local My First Tri next June. I can do the distances, although all at once will be hard but that is the idea. I know nothing about triathlons. Discuss.:p
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    Water Walking as Cross Training.

    I've already been to the beach this morning. I wanted to swim but it was a little chilly so after I dunked myself a few times I decided to walk out and investigate a new sand bar. Boy walking in water really gives a lot of resistance when you pick up your feet! I wondered if water walking might...
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    Gym Machines and Good Form

    It's hot outside. It's cool in the gym. In your opinion: are any of the kinds of gym "running machines" "safe" to use or do they promote bad habits/poor form?
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    Men's Longsleeve Tech IRBD Shirt B&W Logo

    Ground Feel-N/A Zero Drop-N/A Flexibility-N/A Toe Box-N/A Weight-Excellent very light tech fabric similar to that used by Nike but slightly more on the "affordable" end of the spectrum Comfort- Very nice, didn't feel "snakey" like some tech fabric does, no itchy seams or chafing. It was about...
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    Suggestion FAQ

    How about an FAQ page for the curious and the recently converted? Perhaps with humerus, yet concise, and positive answers to such questions as: "Why run barefoot?" "Why do your shoes/socks have toes?" "What the heck is a huarache and how do you pronounce it?" "Who can run barefoot?" "How do I...
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    I got a new "weird shoe"-friendly job!

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    Mobility Work Out of the Day

    http://www.mobilitywod.com/page/75 You guys seen this? I thought it was cool.
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    What's Up With Merrell?

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    Need a neutral-colored minimal ladies work shoe

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