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Q&A Rougher treks with Vibram Fivefingers

I hike quite a bit in Vibram Fivefinger Kimodo Sports. Like the KSO, they are covered and don't have a problem with rocks getting in. I strongly prefer them to boots for marked trails, and would ...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by Peter DeWeese‭  ·  last activity 10y ago by System‭

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#1: Initial revision by user avatar Peter DeWeese‭ · 2020-04-17T19:56:30Z (over 4 years ago)
<p>I hike quite a bit in Vibram Fivefinger Kimodo Sports.  Like the KSO, they are covered and don't have a problem with rocks getting in.  I strongly prefer them to boots for marked trails, and would like to find ways of using them for some moderate trail-less backcountry hiking.  How can I protect myself from scratches?  Will gaiters work, or wear out underfoot without the sole gap provided by boots?</p>