I have used the Bare Access as an everyday shoe and for running on a treadmill, and it excels at this combination.

Fit: the shoe is very comfortable as both a casual shoe and as a running shoe.  The wide toe box is a welcome relief from most shoes.  The shoes are very flexible, which I noticed right away after putting them on for the first time.  I could feel much more of the ground than I could with conventional sneakers - seams in the concrete, the edges of steps, the edge of my office chair mat, the little grip bumps on sidewalk ramps at intersections, and yes, even rocks.  The 8mm of cushioning provides plenty of protection from these irregularities, and I still feel like I am getting a wealth of information from my feet.  The lining is fairly soft - comfortable enough to wear without socks - though not as soft as the lining of my Trail Gloves.  However the Bare Access shoes are easier to put on and take off than the Trail Gloves because the lining is smooth (it doesn't grip the sock as it slides by) and the lacing system is easier to loosen.

The sole of the shoe is well suited for casual use and hard-surface running.  The rubber section at the heel is place well for walking, and the section at the toe works well for forefoot and midfoot striking while running.  I would not recommend heel-striking while running in the shoes (or any shoes, for that matter).  The rubber is very grippy and provided excellent traction even on wet surfaces.  The same cannot be said for the foam portions of the sole.  It provides only basic traction while dry and becomes very slippery when wet.  This is not a problem when you are landing on the rubber parts of the sole, but it does rule out many non-running/walking activities.

The shoes are light and comfortable and very easy to wear.