March 2011 cannot come soon enough. These are going to be a day one purchase.

Looks amazing! Cannot wait.... Thanks for making (what looks to be) such a perfect shoe.

In the interim, is there a firm release date for the MT101 - e.g. what date will they be available for purchase on shopnewbalance.com?

Thank you!

I got my MT101s from my local new balance store last week.

I can't wait either! I might even do more trail runs instead just training on road/track...

I'm a little confused. If I understand correctly, the minimus line of shoes are all going to have a 4mm heel elevation? Why?
If this is true, it is very disappointing! Why can't they have a true zero heel elevation. Isn't the whole point to be minimal and allow the barefoot to function as it is naturally intended? !!

I hope these come in bigger sizes! Great job New Balance!!!

Excellent video! Tony's love of running really comes across and the new shoe really makes me see New Balance as a design titan and forward thinking company. As much as I love New Balance shoes, I haven't always seen New Balance as the Apple of running shoes... until I saw the NB Minimus. I cant wait to run in this shoe.

I love New Balance for its commitment to the American worker. Will the NB Minimus be made in America? It would be a shame if it isn't.

Will these come in wide widths?

@GB - the initial launch of these will not include widths, but we do plan to release them in widths in the fall of 2011.

@RB - the MT101s are currently available on shopnewbalance.com: http://www.shopnewbalance.com/newbalanceMT101GH.htm
And they are currently running a "Free Shipping Weekend" through Sunday.

Is the women's version out yet? I couldn't find anything comparable to the MT101 men's in the women's section.

@willrun4chocolate (ditto) There is a women's version; the WT101. I'm checking now as to when it will be available on shopnewbalance.com. Hope to have an ****** shortly.

Thanks, RKR. While you're checking, is the men's M10 available yet? Any other of the minimus line? And how about the women's versions?

Any chance NB is going to get some more 10s?

Can't wait for these shoes to come out.
Love the evolution pictures!

@willrun4chocolate: here's the link to the WT101s on Shopnewbalance.com (newly posted) http://www.shopnewbalance.com/newbalanceWT101BP.htm They're currently running a 10% off sale and free shipping on them.

As for the NB Minimus line, it'll be available starting March 2011. (cc @trailscooter)

Would it kill you to make an all black shoe? ;) I really want the NB comfort of the MT101 that I can wear at work with jeans, without a blindingly bright N. Many of your shoes would be perfect for business casual comfort, if only they were all black!

I love the fit of NB shoes, but need something in black.

Thanks!

cant wait!!

Is the toebox ample enough to accommodate Toe Socks...? NB, you guys have reduced the size of the toe box in your newer models, yes...?

I have been a fan of the 790s and I just ran in my new 101s and they are pretty bomb. I would love to see them a little wider in the forefoot (i.e. EE, EEE), and with less of a tongue, but NB is totally on track with 790s, 101s, and the whole minimalist approach.

What will be the weight of the Minimus Trail version?

@hexclimber For NB Minimus, we widened the toebox on the new NB Minimus last to allow for toe splay, so they will feel wider than our traditional performance last (PL-1). However, the uppers were constructed so that you can wear them without socks (they have seamless sock liners to minimize chafing and a contoured shape to fit the foot). Hope this helps!

@JBR The Minimus Trail version weighs 7.4 oz in a men's size 9.5D.

@Eman - Totally agree on the widths. We're getting that feedback a lot and I'm happy to confirm the product teams are working on widths for the next round of updates.

@jamesgrote - if you check out the new NB Minimus page (here: www.newbalance.com/nb-minimus) you can get a sneak peek at the 'Life' version of the shoe which will be for everyday/walking use. It will come in the all-black you see there, as well as a black and grey version. And it didn't even kill us! ;)

Thanks RKR. So will Minimus replace the NB MT100/101 (which I love and which is approx. the same weight)?
And what are the main differences between the two?

@RunKellyRun Thanks for the response! I can't wait to see the Minimus when it launches. I assume the all black version will actually be all black without a giant white letter "N".

@JBR - I checked with our product manager on the MT101 and he said it'll definitely be sticking around. He said they're testing out the first prototypes of the next round (the MT110) and Anton loves them so far.

@jamesgrote - agh! You're right, they do have some white on them. The ones you see on the NB Minimus page are the final version so they will still have the white outline of the "N" (but only the outline, not the full N).

@jamesgrote - That's what permanent black magic markers are for! Stroke, stroke, stroke. Like magic. All black!

@RKR. So what's the "philosophical" difference between the MT100/101/110 and the Minimus.

@JBR-Minimus is more of a training tool and the 100 series is meant for race distances/conditions (i.e. bombing down the trail setting a pr). The ****** to the 101 is gonna turn heads. 2 of our runners (tony and eric) have been running in some protos and love it. Stay tuned.

Thanks Brian! In case you guys couldn't guess, Brian is one of NB's designers. :)

Brian - Thanks, that's really helpful. I guess I'll have to try both!

I wish they would bring back the 790 !!!!

The 101 is great in the the toe box but sucks in the heel and sole.

#crslarson: Nice to be specific

can anyone tell me where i mite be able to get 101s in ireland or the uk. . . on line retailers. cant seem to find them. its like they dont exist. thanks

Will the Minimus be released in Germany (or any other European country)?

As a member of my high school track and xc teams, i would like to offer to review the minimus road and provite feedback on the popularity and interest for the minimus among young people. I think these could be extremely popular in high school runners.

NB very nice

I just bought a pair of mt101gh they are too short and NB seems ,like most manufacturers, to want to make up for that by making the shoe wider. That leaves it with a bubble toe andf a sloppy fit. Very unsupportve. I'm a little worried about trying a narrower size as that doesn't solve the problem with length.

i think going to a longer length will solve your problem with the length jms, no??

If these are supposed to be natural posture running shoes, why is the toe off the ground? I'm pretty sure when everyone stands up barefoot, their toes touch the ground, shouldn't the shoes do the same thing? Seems like an obvious design feature to me.

So excited !!! :D

Patience is a virtue. - matt.C

Does anyone know the size run on the NB Minimus? I wear a 14 or a 15 depending on the shoe so if anyone can let me know i would really appreciate it! Thanks.

@pablotofireland - the 101s are available via our UK website, if this helps: http://www.shopnewbalance.co.uk/MTE101GH

@Robins - NB Minimus will be available in up to size 14

Bring back the 790! I bought 4 pairs to stock up after the were discontinued.

what's the song at about 2:36 of this video? anyone know?

Yet another minimalist shoe maxing out at size 14...us clown-feet runners need shoes like these too!

I'd also love to hear some feedback as to the reason for the 4mm heel lift.

Thanks!

Any word on 110's when they are coming out? And is the 110 an improved 101? What are the differences?

@otmfit - From what NewBalance has said, apparently they felt that people weren't ready to go all the way to zero drop. Personally I think that's an insult. People have proven they are fine with it and want it with how well the VFFs have done (and how well the Merrell's will do).

If they think people aren't ready, then put a little more cushion. But more cushion doesn't have to mean heel drop. I just hope the next version will include some cushion (just a little more than other minimalist shoes), but with no toe drop.

You listening NewBalance? People are ready for 0 toe drop.

otmfit @philip - Hi there, and thanks for everyone's input! We agree, there's a need in the market for a 0mm drop shoe. We intended for this first round of NB Minimus to be a great transition shoe for those who are looking to get into the minimalist running segment, as well as those who have gone to 0mm, and felt like they needed a bit more support, protection, or extremely minimal cushioning. That said, a 0mm drop shoe is definitely on our radar. We appreciate hearing the passion for one!

@RunKellyRun - I'm glad to hear you guys are considering a full zero drop. There's definitely a need for a shoe with a little more cushion than the 3-5mm other minimal shoes offer, but while maintaining zero drop and no arch support. Do you have the specs for thickness under the heel for trail/road/life?

Also, if you really want to call this shoe "the right approach to the minimalist running experience," you gotta get rid of that "toe spring." There's no reason to elevate the toes that much, especially in a supposedly "minimal" minded shoe. In a previous prototype video, the Road looked pretty flat, but the latest videos and pictures have all with massive toe spring (pause these videos right when they start to see no toe spring: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxIzuejCXbU&feature=player_embedded#t=0m45s and toe spring: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TM09-EfC218&feature=related#t=3m19s). I know every other NB shoe has that design, but I'm really surprised your designers would keep such a massive spring in your flagship "minimal" shoe.

ps - I love that the only comment on the first video is a concern for zero toe drop... a zero drop shouldn't just be on your radar, it should already be in line for a fall 11 or spring 12 release (which is too late to the game if you ask me). I might have to hold out for the "real" minimus with no toe spring and no heel drop. Don't let me down!

Well, I read most of the New Balance Minimus reviews over the internet and I will buy the shoes without ever seeing them (road, life and especially trail). I already tried 4mm heel-to-toe drop shoes and I just don't care because it's WAY better than 18mm !!?? I will wait to put them on before saying there's any mistake with that... I guess all the engineers and Tony Krupicka knew what they did when they decided it would be better to have a 4mm than a 0mm and I fully trust them. Actually I run in Saucony Kinvara and I really enjoy them even if they have a 4mm drop. They're not full minimalist some say? Who care if they're fast and they feel good? The specs are one thing, how they feel in the field is another and I trust only the second (wich reviews are extremely good on these shoes already: http://www.runblogger.com/2010/08/new-balance-minimus-new-information.html).
@RunKellyRun: I am actually on a road trip in Europe (France until mid-march and then heading to Italy), do you know if the release date is also mid-march here? Any idea if the shop in Annecy "42,195km" will have them mid-march?
Thanks and congratulations for your product (according to the review at least)!!! You have a new New Balance owner in me :)

PS. Absolutely no offense to those who asked for a 0mm heel-to-toe drop!

Shoes so great they got Jesus as a spokesperson for their video!

I received great advice from an expert on running shoes. They said that a lot of people want to be fanatical about barefoot/minimalist running shoes, and make the transition overnight. Might be fun or trendy, but not a healthy idea. They were seeing a lot of frustrated runners who were getting injured because they couldn't change years of "programming," so quickly. For the runner who wants to make a switch to a minimalist shoe, I think the 4mm is a great idea, and actually responsible on NB's part.
@PLcan Great points. I have the Kinvara too. Perfect shoe for someone making the change from the old high heels. Maybe someday I'll be ready for 0mm.

@MnAce: LOLLLLLLLLLL !!!!!!!!!! :D

I would add that I come from Quebec and am actually in France. There are millions of runners here in France and tons of running shops but I had to order my Kinvara from the UK. There's no such thing as minimalist shoes or barefooting here. I asked a shop rep in Geneva about five fingers and he looked at me as I was totally crazy to try to run in them. The only shoe I found that might looked like a minimalist shoe here was a Nike Free run+.
The point is, I think in USA minimalist shoes are a real trend, but it's not in a lot of places in the world (like France and Switzerland). It might be a shoe to convert as many people as possible cause New Balance is actually doing an amazing marketing blast on the Minimus and I think the shoe will attract a lot of new people to minimalist shoes running all over the world!
I don't even consider myself a barefoot runner cause I don't want to always run barefoot (do some drills barefoot on the grass, few times a week, but I don't do it right now because there's too much snow outside). But after owning my first 4mm heel-to-toe drop, I can say that I benefit a lot from being a minimalist shoes runner: I didn't get injured since I transited from my XT Wings 2 and my gait and running economy improved a lot. To be honest, I don't feel comfortable running in totally barefoot; I just to it for my gait and I actually prefer to run in a minimalist shoe that is not as drastic as the FiveFingers. I feel safer in a shoe and the Minimus is for people like me !!! I really look forward to their release so I can order my pairs!

@caseyfive: I totally agree with you, thanks :)
@RunKellyRun: you should suggest your marketing guys to do some advertising about the Minimus (and the benefits of running barefoot) in the mags in France (Running Attitude or Jogging international). Runners think it's crazy not to have high elevated heels here... maybe they would need some "education"; and there's none avalaible. I read all my books about running in english (ChiRunning, RUN: the mind-body method of running by feel, natural running, barefoot running, born to run, etc) and the french don't speak english at all.

Regards,
PLcan

Can anyone explain why my uppers are already tearing away from the sole on my MT101's? I dont want to bad talk New Balance or the shoe, cause don't get me wrong, I love these shoes. These shoes are amazing, almost perfect. But, I bought them at the beginning of January and now, a month later, the shoes are already tearing. They will probably be unusable in a week or two. Right at the ball of my foot on the left shoe, behind the plastic strip over the toe area, the first area of mesh, is completely tearing away from the sole. Its happening to the right shoe as well, not as bad as the left, but still happening. The only concern I had with the shoes is durability, I wasn't sure if they would last, and now I think I might know. Does Tony K. go through a pair every week? How is somebody that's not sponsored supposed to afford running in the 101's? Please look into this issue New Balance, see if anyone else is having similar problems, and fix it. I seriously want these to be the shoes I run in forever, (not this one pair, but the 101's in general), but if they they do not last, then I can't afford to replace them every month. Please help NB. I do truly love these shoes other than the durability issue. Thanks NB.

Why is it that the new balance production model is black and yellow, rather than orange and black? I thought the orange ones looked way cooler than the black and yellow, which honestly look lame to me.

@nmrajotte - that certainly doesn't sound normal. We'll get in touch with you directly and get that worked out.

If we order all 3 do we get a discount?:-)

Just wanted to join the conversation and say I'm looking forward to the Minimus trail version. Would love to use them for backpacking, and for winter running in Wisco when you need to wear socks for warmth.

I would also like to see a 0 DROP shoe!!

fyi - available at aperfectdealer.com

I second spencerv1951's question; is the orange model going to be available? Much sharper than the black, imo,

Although I did buy a black pair today! Would like both, though.

I hope these shoes come in large sizes! I wear size 15 and am having trouble finding a company that offers minimalist shoes in my size. I have VFFs but I need a normal looking shoe also.

@RunKellyRun... So I got an e-mail from customer support, I e-mailed them back and have gotten no response at all. Meanwhile my MT101's have continued to fall apart, the uppers are continuing to tear away from the sole all along the inside of the shoe. I am extremely disappointed in this shoe (quality). I am out $75 and now I pretty much have no shoes to run in. I ran in a pair or cascadia's for two years, the shoes are thrashed, but not completely coming apart. I dont expect shoes to last 2 years, but 2 months? Come on. Are you guys going to do anything about this, or just make it look like you are doing something on this post?

Minimus collection will be available at New Balance Naples March 1!!!!

@nmrajotte - We apologize for the delayed response; I have sent you an email to follow up on your situation. Thank you for your patience and continued support of NB!

@nmrajotte I purchased my MT101's Oct 25,2010. Due to weather I've only been able to put around 100 miles on them and just ran my first race in them (a 50K).

After the race I noticed the same failure! The inside heel area where the upper meets the sole, it was tearing apart.

They are still usable but not for long!

I'm really excited about the Minimus product line but this has put a serious damper on it

Picked these up yesterday, ran 20k in them today..

...unreal...

Uppers were tearing on my 101s at the first metatarsal head....but some freesole seemed to "knit them back together" Pre applied for my two new pairs. Also love the 507s in the mud....what a shoe!

I use a few different types of NB shoes.
For Road 8.5 USA NB758 2EE
For Trail 8.5 USA MT101's D
And love them both, however the MT101's being D fitting only just fit width wise.
So comparing the 758 2EE and the MT101's D to the Minimus Trail do you think the Minimus Trail 8.5 is as wide as the 758 2EE or at least as wide as the MT101's?

I am In Australia so will not be bale to try before I buy.
I tried on some Merrell Trail Gloves and the 8.5 USA is to long and the 8.0 USA is to narrow.

I'm 11.5 EE in a lot of shoes. the 101 are snug but doable for me. the minimus was too narrow for me. bummer about the trail glove I was hoping that would work. I may be stuck in VFF for awhile longer.

I'd been looking forward to trying the MT 101s and bought a pair today and took them on their first run.

I like 'em. They are definitely different than the trail shoes I've been wearing, and I have to watch my form carefully (light, midfoot landing), but I like that; I want to run as efficiently as possible. And they may not be as minimal as the Minimus, or VFF, but they're extremely low-bulk and have a good contact feel on-trail. I also ran on some pretty nasty rocks and felt nothing through the sole. I really like what Tony, Chris and others have come up with.

Great video, too. I recognize some of those trails, and they are fun ones :)

I just got a pair of Minimus WT10. They are a absolutely gorgeous shoe. I ran 4 miles the first day I got them and they feel super light. Normally I buy the guy’s version of running shoe because the only ones available in for women are usually purple or pink. I love that they made the women’s in grey but I kind of like the men’s orange ones also. One thing that I did notice on my run was that although the shoes are made out of a very stretchy fabric the band that crosses over the toes at the base of the laces have very little give. Half way through my run my left foot was feeling a bit of discomfort. I love everything else about them. I have always worn New Balance because they make the best running shoes and they are the shoes that my dad always wears so they remind me of my happy childhood.

I wish they would make these, and more lightweight shoes in 2E. Please NB, start doing so!

A near perfect shoe?? I've had MT10 for a few weeks now..It needs 0 drop; a deeper toe box; and a kevlar layer in the fore foot for sharp gravel....!! I love the direction NB is going . I've been a minimalist for more than 30 yr.
Thanks NB for working with Anton; someone who understands Running TECHNIQUE.....!
Joe Scorsone
Asheville, N.C

Can you use the NB Minimus for high school track? For which events is it suitable or not?

I just purchased the NB Minimus Trail and love them. My one concern is that I run barefoot in them and am concerned about oder buildup. Can these shoes be machine washed on gentle cycle, or do you have any suggestions to keep them clean. Also is it ok to get them wet in streams while out running.

I love the Minimus. I used to just buy the Asics Speedstar. The last two versions lost the ability to toe off with a much stiffer toe box. This shoe is more like a swiss army knife. Besides being a runner I also teach tennis. I was eyeing this shoe especially since it has a wide lateral low base. It was awesome.

I am an inventor and a gadget geek so any time something new comes out I have to be one of those early adapters.

Sizing- I had to go a size bigger. It seems there is too much pressure on the inside of my instep in the smaller sizes. It sees other people at the store had the same experience.

Good Luck and Good Work don't get rid of the wide base.

In reply to[ xischn]'
You ask if the Minimus was good for track; YES!!! This is one of the best all around shoes, at this point....." with the few changes I mentioned", all the other shoe manufactures are playing catch up..
Most shoe changes are done by the trend, and not from research...
Joe
Asheville , N.C.
joesrunning@gmail,com

Just finished a 4hr adventure race in the marsh and woods of Williamsburg, Virginia and while many of the racers were losing their shoes to mud or sloshing around in wet shoes these shoes held up to all the abuse. My team mate and I finished first overall. Our first time putting these to the test and they passed with flying colors. Thank you New Balance I have and will be recommending to all my friends.

Two weeks ago I purchased my new silver minimus and I love them. I have a fracture toe and foot neuroma and these shows have saved me; Now I can start to walk and slowly pick up my pace towards recovery. There extremely light and super comfortable. I purchased a half bigger size for extra comfort. I can’t wait to get another pair in a different color. :)

Hi i live in south korea. There are some great trails out here and i really want a pair of minimus'. Do you know when they will be available in Korea?

Solution to desire for an All-Black Shoe:
SHARPIE MARKER!!!

WHERE CAN I BUY THESE SHOES?
I've been sweeping the net for a retailer that will sell me a pair but without luck so far. I live in Denmark and they won't arrive here until mid-summer earliest. Why is it made so hard to find?

I just bought the NB Minimus yesterday. I was at the shoe store with intentions to buy the merrell barefoot but when I tried the NB Minumus on they felt so good that I purchased them instead. The price was the same.
Well today I woke up to do my workout and was excited to try the new running shoes. I ran/walked on the treadmill for 45 minutes. After about 20 minutes I could feel as if a blister were forming on my toe.
Sure enough when I took them off (I wore them w/o socks as suggested), I had 3 blisters. Even one on the side of my foot, which never happened before. Needless to say I have mixed feelings now about the NB Minimus. I thought of taking them back or maybe trying them again in a couple of weeks when my blisters heal. I was hoping to wear them for a race this coming weekend, but I don't want to chance it.
Well thats all I have. A bit disappointed because of the blisters. I wonder if anyone else has experienced this. Did I wear them too long for the first time? Not sure.

Hi, New Balance and company,

Good effort with the Minimus. Seriously. Alas, I feel like there is a good deal of improvement needed. Specifically, the overall width of the shoe. Especially, the toe box. I am a huge fan of Vibram Five Fingers and Terra Plana, but loved the sleeker look of the Minimus.

However, when I tried a pair on last night at City Sports here in NYC, I was extremely disappointed with the toe crowding in the shoe. That specifically is one of the attributes I hate most about traditional shoes. It's uncomfortable and anatomically erroneous to not have our toes splay out and be functional whilst walking.

Like I said, I love the way the Miniums looks (so stylish and sleek) and I even loved how light it felt on my feet. However, until the aforementioned improvements in foot and toe width are made, I'll have to stick solely with all the minimal shoe options.

So what's the deal with the MT20?

serioiusly, whats the deal with the mt20's? im salivating over them, but only see them offered by one site, which is kinda shady. i want the 0 drop!

Well... it's been a transition. Not an easy one! However, I can say it has been successful and I am fully in love with trail running and injury free. I can honestly say that I did not take heed to the advice of all the barefoot/minimalist runner and overdid it, I paid the price. However, after much pain, humility and learning to listen to my body, I am proud to say that I can regularly pound out the mileage on technical trails and feel great afterward. I stumbled on the barefoot style running through researching proper technique after having issues with my knees and back. I switched to the minimalist trail shoe and now I preach the Good News! In the last two months I have logged over 200 K. For me it's insane! I run 7 or 12 K daily and take breaks not because I'm sore but because life gets busy. If you are thinking about making the transition, just do it and don't look back. Take it easy though and when you overdo it try protein shakes and compression socks, this helped me out greatly. I used to love running, then for years hated it because of the pain, now I'm in love and it's part of my life again, this time for GOOD! It also helps having blissful trails close by :) Thanks NB for the killer kicks and for providing such a valuable resource.

Just wanted to give some feedback on my Minimus trail shoes purchased in March – my reason for going the minimalist route was aimed at the Warrior Dash event held in PA in mid June. It’s about a 3.2 mile cross country run, with things like mud, tunnels, mud, cargo nets, mud, tires, walls, barbed wire (and more mud)… etc along the route just to make it more fun.

Given the change of stride required for the “barefoot” style, I eased into the shoes with a few weeks of short (1 mile) treadmill runs, allowing my legs to recover in between – the mid/front foot-strike style definitely loads your calves and Achilles more than typical shoes. By race time I was happily doing 3 – 4 miles on the road, no complaints about the shoes but rather about the +90F August heat we were going through in early June ! Well, the heat went away and the rain came, and we had 4 days of solid rain leading up to the event – PA is clay, and the “dry” parts of the course turned to mud, and the muddy parts just got plain nasty.

Well I have to say the Minimus shoes were fantastic ! Running through the rain-soaked woods with slick rocks and roots and puddles and mud bogs presented no problems, and even the non-running parts like crossing balance beams or scaling walls were no challenge to the shoes or my feet. I think they even gave me an advantage through the river sections (wading waist deep), and especially in the sections of ankle/knee deep mud. Other runners were having their heavy running shoes pulled off by the ooze, but the Minimus shoes stuck to my feet instead and I was able to make up plenty of ground on the other runners.

A great shoe !

Congrats to everyone who has successfully made the transition! We love hearing your stories. You continue to inspire us.

For those with questions:

@travisty, @PUEYSON - I will look into where these can be found in S. Korea and Denmark and get back to you both.

@Rashaan - these shoes will be available in wide widths as of Friday! If you try them out, we'd love to know what you think of the wider toe box.

@Roberto @gettinguponthe1 - The MT20 is a new offering in the NB Minimus collection and will be at select retailers starting Friday. It is built on the same sole unit as the MT10 but features a different upper design.

@gettinuponthe1 - the zero drop is coming. :) more details soon!

@Sammy - thank you for sharing your story! We're so happy you've had success, and thank you for the advice to runners about your transition.

@yellowsupersport - sounds like a fantastic race! Congrats on finishing!

******:
@travisty - South Korea will be launching NB Minimus in August 2011

@PUEYSON - unfortunately, NB Denmark does not have plans to offer NB Minimus, but we are passing along the request so they know there is interest in it.

@PUEYSON - I apologize, there was an error in my prior comment - Denmark will introduce NB Minimus in July 2011.

What is the best way to wash them. I wear mine for crossfit without socks and they are starting to stink.

I have ultra-narrow feet and it looks like you aren't making any of the minimalist shoes in narrow (like your other offerings)? All of the other minimalist brands do not work so #1) will you be making them in a narrow size and when? and #2) which of the shoes that are currently available has the narrowest last? Thanks!

I am really interested in the NB minimus trail. Will they be launched on the norwegian market? Or do I have to go online? I would really like to try 'em out in a shop because my foot has a weird shape =)

cheers

I have a gripe about grip:

In my opinion, the current shoe is fine for dry trails or 8+ minute mile pace on wet trails. But please make a shoe for those of us that run 7 minute pace or better on wet trails. The grip on the current Minimus line is a joke in the mud when trying to run fast. I had to switch to a certain brand with an 8 in the name because I injured myself too many times trying to run muddy trails in the Minimus.

Ideally, I'd like to see a separate line for extra grip. I'd still wear the original line for dry trails since big lugs can be uncomfortable to run in on dry dirt.

And if I could add one more suggestion, a snug neoprene collar on the shoes or some way to attach gators would be nice. Running barefoot on muddy trails without gators just results in my shoes getting filled with chunks of mud and pebbles.

I should be the poster child for the Minimus Life shoe. A few years ago, I had some back injuries which would result in back spasms, pain, numbness in my limbs every time I ran. The doctor told me to forget running, and I did for the most part for 7 years. I would do a LOTof walking with some very short jogging, but that was about it. Jogging resulted in pain and numbness.

That was until a month ago. As a fitness professional, I have done a lot of reading on the barefoot running, but could not imagine that someone who could not even walk barefoot in her house could ever do it on the road. I got some of the minimus life shoes, honestly for the looks and to wear for comfort shoes--not to exercise in.

One night, however I decided to just see what all the fuss with the minimal running was about. I planned on running up the block and back. I ended up going over two miles with no stopping AND MOST IMPORTANTLY NO PAIN OR DISCOMFORT. I have been running every since-- careful to only add a little more distance each day and then walking after to keep my distance milage up as I am training for both a half and full marathon.

Thanks new balance for getting me running again. None of the other brands fit me like yours. My wide foot just does not work with the others.

There was no response to RunTex's Set 26th, 2010 question of "Will the NB Minimus be made in America". Can we assume they are not made in the USA?

@robtracey, @RunTex - Sorry about that. Due to manufacturing limitations, these shoes will not be made in the USA.

@RunKellyRun - If the minimus is not made in the united states, then where are they manufactured. I don't understand your "Manufacturing Limitations". I would like to know what we can do to convince you to manufacture in the United States. I know you have several products made in USA and I would like to see all of your products made in USA. Thanks.

Love the look of the Minimus Trail the best... wouldn't really use them, though, as there are no trails between McDonald's and my place =) lol

The development slideshow is hella cool.

I am really upset that the minimus shoe doesn't come in 15. i love the shoe and being a crossfit guy, shoes like these are great for me.

I just got back from the NYC Barefoot Run. Great Stuff and Great People. I enjoyed running with Barefoot Ken Bob. http://www.nycbarefootrun.com/ Live the Revolution in footwear.

Any chance of the MT10's making it to the UK in the wide sizes?

RunKelleyRun-
I checked out the newbalance.co.uk website for the mt101s but the 101s in the uk are different than the 101s in the us. The sole is different and appears to have arch support?!?!
will the us version be sold in the uk?

thanks
rob