Since I know myself pretty well, I’m proud to say that… having no discipline is my strength.
But I think I’ve been quite consistent in my runs in the past few months. Somemore the above calendar missed out quite a few gym sessions.
So am I ready for the big day on 24th June?
Not really… :|
Scary…
Ever since I started running in my Bikila almost exclusively, I always wanted something more rugged that I can go hiking or trail running with. When Vibram announced the Spyridon LS, I was surfing their website almost daily waiting for them to be in stock.
Compared to the Salomon Fell Cross, the Spyridon’s sole is nothing. But then again, pound for pound, it’s not really a fair comparison.
At 209g per shoe, this is as rugged as it gets.
Here’s an extract from their website -
“Our first trail running–specific model, the Spyridon LS provides the perfect balance of “foot feel” and protection on rugged surfaces. A minimalist 3.5mm Vibram rubber sole provides impact protection from stones and debris, while better allowing proper barefoot dynamics. The aggressive tread design delivers sure-footed grip in all directions, molded nylon mesh in midsole adds a “rock block” effect, dispersing impact over a wider area. The Coconut Active Carbon upper offers natural breathability and an adjustable hook-and-loop closure ensures a secure fit. 3M reflective applications for safety after dark. Machine Washable. Air Dry.”
I think the white portion is the “molded nylon mesh” that gives you protection without impacting ‘minimalism’.
This should be the '”adjustable hook-and-loop closure ensures a secure fit”. The Spyridon fits my feet perfectly so I don’t really rely on the lace.
Even your toes are given some rugged traction.
Just like the SeeYa, you can see '”Vibram” all over the Spyridon LS.
Introducing… the MOTHER of all FEATHER… Vibram FiveFingers SeeYa!!
Here’s an extract from their website -
“The ultra-streamlined SeeYa is our newest performance option for serious minimalist runners. Designed to bring you even closer to the barefoot sensation, we’ve radically reduced overall weight and material with a more breathable mesh upper to deliver true, performance-driven footwear. Minimum rubber thickness in the outsole maximizes “foot feel” and flexibility, while a soft TPU midsole further reduces thickness and weight for natural movement. A stitched-in polyurethane insole protects skin and foot tissue during longer runs. For a snug fit, the lightweight, single-layer, stretch mesh upper has an adjustable hook-and-loop closure. 3M reflective applications for night running. Machine Washable. Air Dry.”
Everything about this shoe is thin thin thin. Just to show you how thin, here’s a roll up version of it. Took me 3 seconds to roll it down. It feels like feather, weighs like feather and rolls like feather. There’s is nothing solid about this shoe, in a good way of course. And the sole is as thin as it gets. 
Interesting story, I saw a dude wearing this for the Energizer Singapore Night Trail last week. I hope he is a seasoned barefoot runner because I was wearing the Spyridon LS, and it was no joke; it was a rocky trail and I was feeling every bit of it, and it was painful. I honestly doubt he finish the run… 
I’ll leave the professional review to the professionals, and do give some unprofessional ramblings of my own.
I can’t help but wonder, why do Vibram have so many ‘Vibrams’ on their Vibram FiveFingers?
It’s like they scared people will mistaken them for some other brands. 
It’s EVERYWHERE! Front, top, side, bottom and back!!
This one is for leaving a print after you step on shits! ‘Hey! Someone wearing a Vibram just stepped on the wet cement!!’
Here’s the official confirmation of the SeeYa as the champion of all champions. 
