I thought this shoe would be a good fit for winter since it has the vibrams sole but an open toe box and I've been having issues with my feet getting too cold in my vibrams five fingers. I tried these shoes on when they arrived and realized immediately that they were not for me. They're far too narrow through the arch, and in my opinion have a pronounced arch whereas the vibrams are much flatter and more "barefoot" if you will. I had to send them back because my main issue with running shoes is shin splints caused from pressure on the arch of my foot. I'll just be wearing toe socks with my five fingers from here on out. If you enjoy a stronger arch support, but want a lighter shoe, then this shoe might be for you. If you prefer to be as close to barefoot as possible and not cut your feet up, I'd say stick with the five fingers.