So it was time for me to get back to the trails, hills, creeks, and mountains. So I decided to try out these puppies and see how they performed. I was sketchy about the whole "barefoot style" of running. I've owned just about every pair of running shoes since I was 7, played soccer for 20+ years, and consider myself pretty well-versed when it comes to running. I've never purchased a pair of running shoes without putting them on my feet and testing the feel of them first. Needless to say, these shoes changed that and I'm happy I wasn't disappointed!

These shoes look totally awesome. The sleek black with silver N make these look like an athlete should be wearing them. For the first two weeks, they have been durable through mud, rain, dust, grass, etc. I have seen other reviewers report that they had to get used to running in these and having sore calves. Maybe its because of my style of running or that I have strong legs from soccer, but I didn't have any problems whatsoever with these. I popped them on with no break in period and haven't looked back since. I would and will buy these again.

****UPDATE*****
Unfortunately, I have to say that these shoes did not last the test of time as they are falling apart underneath me. The sole of the shoe is actually coming apart and quite a few of the circular "grips" look like they've been ripped off. For an outdoor trail running shoe, I can't say they are very durable.