MINIMUS

Minimus was designed not to chase trends, but rather to satisfy individuals looking to achieve a closer-to-barefoot running experience, by encouraging a more natural foot position and foot-strike. The minimalist approach to footwear sheds not only weight, but convention, in pursuit of a truly minimalist feel.

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What makes it Minimus?

In setting out to create a line of shoes that would provide the
ultimate minimalist experience, we worked against a
clearly-defined set of criteria:

LOWER DROP

Drop is the difference between heel height and toe height. Minimus features a range of drops to encourage a more natural foot position.

LOWER STACK HEIGHT

To maximize closer-to-barefoot feel, Minimus has no insert, minimal
midsoles & outsoles, and is engineered to encourage mid-foot strikes

WIDER TOEBOX

The wider forefoot allows your foot to expand naturally on impact.

LIGHTWEIGHT

Because Minimus contains only what is necessary, it’s almost 50% lighter than traditional lightweight shoes.
Caution: This product should be introduced slowly into a running exercise routine. New Balance recommends limiting initial use to 10% of overall running workouts and very gradually increasing time and distance. This product increases the strain on the foot, calf, and Achilles tendon. Overuse of this product or use for activities outside of running and walking may increase the risk of sustaining injury.
minimus-zero-tab MINIMUS ZERO
minimus-10-tab MINIMUS 10
minimus-20-tab MINIMUS 20

A collection defined not only by its zero millimeter heel-to-toe drop, but by materials designed to provide more-independent foot movement and improved ground feel for the dedicated minimalist runner.

TRAIL / ROAD

The Minimus Zero Road ultra-lightweight design encourages greater independent foot-movement with a mesh-based upper that breathes and flexes so you feel more connected to your run.

The Minimus Zero Trail was engineered to provide increased ground-feel, its extremely lightweight design features a durable Vibram® outsole that makes conquering terrains from concrete to trail the ultimate minimalist experience.

AVAILABLE IN: MEN’S / WOMEN’S

AVAILABLE IN: MEN’S / WOMEN’S

The original Minimus shoe features a 4mm heel-to-toe drop, ideal for those looking to transition to a mid-foot strike, or pursue a more minimal experience with less material between your feet and the ground.

TRAIL / ROAD

The Minimus 10 Road can be worn with or without socks on various running surfaces. Supremely comfortable and extremely lightweight, this shoe has taken the minimalist world by storm.

An entirely different approach to trail running, the Minimus 10 Trail takes the versatile durability of a Vibram® outsole and combines it with a fitted, minimalist upper for a closer-to-barefoot experience.

AVAILABLE IN: MEN’S / WOMEN’S

AVAILABLE IN: MEN’S / WOMEN’S

The Minimus 20 collection features a 4mm heel-to-toe drop. The lightweight design includes a unique upper that offers more structure than the Minimus 10, and provides additional stability when transitioning to a mid-foot strike.

The Minimus 20 Road features a lightweight design that includes a modified upper, engineered to provide greater stability without sacrificing freedom of movement.

The Minimus 20 Trail combines the durability of a Vibram® outsole with a modified upper that provides more structure and stability than the Minumus 10, delivering a near-barefoot experience on the trail.

AVAILABLE IN: MEN’S / WOMEN’S