![]() The shoe is zero drop, meaning the heel and forefoot are the same height. The only cushion provided is from the 4mm microfiber insole and 6mm Vibram outsole. The fabric around the PU webbing stayed a little damp, but I’d still rate this shoe better than average in the draining and dry category.Īs a minimalist shoe, the Joe Nimble trailToes don’t have a midsole. I also found these shoes to drain water well, and dry fairly quickly. I’ve worn the trailToes on some hikes in the mid 90s, and my feet never felt stuffy or hot. The open mesh design and PU webbing overlays allow for great breathability and drainage. This toe guard offers ample toe protection from bumps and kicks on the trail. Like the heel and midfoot PU wrap, the toes are protected by a sturdy PU toe guard. It would be nice to add about a half inch of length here. The tongue on the trailToes has no gusset, and is a little on the short side. This is a smart trade off in my opinion, as these are one of the few minimalist shoes that I’ve reviewed that feel at home on the trails. The trailToes don’t suffer from either issue, and instead take a penalty on weight. Many “minimalist” trail shoe uppers that I’ve used in the past have suffered from a sloppy fit and/or durability issues. The upper on the trailToes uses an open mesh fabric with a welded polyurethane (PU) wrap web on the heel and midfoot. There is no heel counter in the rear of the shoe, so the movement is fluid and flexible. ![]() The trailToes have a smooth heel cup that wraps the back of the foot nicely without any rubbing or hot spots. Over time, the microfiber has packed down a little and conformed nicely to the shape of my feet and toes. They assist in keeping my foot in place while hiking downhill, without providing too much friction. I really liked the light amount of texture these insoles provided. The trailToes have a 4mm microfiber shoe insole. The weight is well placed though, as this minimalist shoe has a highly protective and durable upper, with a trail worthy Vibram outsole. That’s a little bit heavy for a “minimalist” shoe, and I noticed the weight when I first put them on. ![]() The size 11.5 trailToes come in at 11.53oz for each shoe on my scale. What I enjoyed most about the trailToes is that the wide toe box didn’t make the shoe feel sloppy and loose, like I’ve found with some of Altra’s wide toe box trail shoes. The trailToes have a wide toebox which allowed me to order much closer to my true shoe size without fear of blistered and jammed toes. I have a wide forefoot which means I usually have to size up to get a good fit. I ordered a size 11.5 in the trailToes, which is a full size down from my usual 12.5 trail shoe ( Joe Nimble size guide). When I first put on the trailToes I was amazed with the fit and comfort, these shoes feel like an extension of my foot. Joe Nimble is a German company that has been popular in Germany, Paris, London, and Japan for the last 35 years, and just recently launched in the USA. The Joe Nimble brand was one I was unfamiliar with before I was contacted by a rep asking if I’d be interested in this review. I’ve been testing the Joe Nimble trailToes over the past few weeks, and will share my thoughts in this review. The Vibram outsole is sticky with a well designed lug pattern for use on varying terrain. The anatomical last of the trailToes provides a wide toebox and a precise fitting heel and midfoot. The Joe Nimble trailToes are minimalist trail shoes built on a zero drop platform with a protective and secure fitting upper.
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