When Vibram founder Vitale Bramani invented the first rubber soles for mountaineering boots in 1935, it was the beginning of a revolution. More than 70 years later, Vibram is still known around the world as the undisputed leader in soling technology for a wide range of quality performance footwear. Today, Vibram manufactures more than 34 million soles annually for more than 1,000 premium footwear brands worldwide.
FiveFingers is the latest example of our relentless commitment to research and product innovation at Vibram. Industrial Designer Robert Fliri first proposed the idea of FiveFingers footwear to Marco Bramani, grandson of Vibram founder Vitale Bramani, who immediately embraced the concept. Soon, Fliri joined Vibram and began working with a team of footwear professionals and product engineers who helped him to refine and realize his vision. That original concept has evolved into a premium collection of barefoot performance footwear known simply as FiveFingers®.
Vibram FiveFingers is a radically new paradigm that could only come from a company with our dedication to product innovation, integrity, and genuine performance.
Vibram FiveFingers® is a concept unlike any other, an unrivaled alternative to conventional footwear. Its patented design mirrors the flex points and silhoutte of your foot to propel your body forward and promote a more natural gait.
This is the first and the only footwear to offer the exhilarating freedom of going barefoot with the protection and sure-footed grip of a Vibram® sole. Vibram FiveFingers® footwear acts like a second skin to shield your feet from hot surfaces and rugged terrain. At the same time, it liberates your body to move in a healthy, more natural way.
The benefits of running barefoot have long been supported by scientific research, coaches, and athletes who believe that a gradual system of training barefoot will strenghten muscles in the feet and lower legs, leading to better running form and improved injury resistance. However, running completely barefoot also exposes you to elements and obstacles that can cause injury. Running in Vibram FiveFingers® enables you to reap the rewards of running barefoot while reducing those risks.
