Comments for SKORA Running

Comment on The Running Event 2011 by SKORA

SKORA — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:32:57 +0000

Hi Roland and Claude – thanks for the interest and questions. We set out to build the very best running shoe possible. That includes using some of the finest materials available (like Pittards goatskin from the UK). We are also a small company without the resources or volume of the brands you mention.

One minimal running shoes blogger explains it best:

How about the $195 pricing?

With new technologies and high quality materials for shoe construction come high prices. SKORA Running is a small start-up and cannot manufacture these shoes at bulk rates like Nike or New Balance or Saucony – SKORA will eventually get there though. The SKORA FORM uses premium Pittards goat skin leather on the uppers and Pittards sheepskin leather for the inner lining. A simple pair of Pittards leather travel slipper goes for over $85! A pair of Dexter bowling shoes with Pittards leather goes for $170 at Sports Authority. Quality leather commands a premium.

Look at your investment with the SKORA FORM in another way – you have two shoes in one: running and casual. This will replace two pairs of shoes. If you have a pair of Merrell Barefoot Road Glove ($110) and a pair of Merrell Barefoot Tough Glove ($120), your investment is $230. Compare that to $195 for the SKORA FORM. Or New Balance Minimus Road ($105) and Minimus Life/Wellness ($80) for a total of $185.

Read his complete SKORA shoe review here: http://minimalistrunningshoes.org/skora-running-form-shoe-review

Finally, we offer 30 day returns on our products as long as they are in sellable condition. Learn more about our return policy on our site.

Comment on The Running Event 2011 by Claude

Claude — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:53:05 +0000

I also run in NB Minimalist 10′s and Nike free 5.0 id;both are comfortable and have a barefoot feel to them although they are not zero drop. They both range in the lower $110.00 area retail (not including shipping & Tax).

I have no problem making the leap to a $200.00 Skora if the value is there; after all running is my sport and I run 7 to 10 miles a day 7 days a week. So the expense for the “Right”shoe is a bargain compared to other sports.

My only question is similar to Rolands; should one gamble on trying a new shoe ?

On one hand “no guts no glory” on the other we are in a recession and how many runners can afford to make a mistake ?

What does Skora offer to alleviate this anxiety for the potential new customer?

Comment on Does Barefoot Running Cause Injuries? by Edgar

Edgar — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:50:32 +0000

I also think barefoot runners get different injuries than shod runners. For example: Plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis seem to be more common than say, problems with the Iliotibial band (Runner’s knee), Heel spurs or Shin splints. If people were warned about symptoms of common injuries before starting out I think the number of injuries would go down drastically. In brief I think barefoot runners should be warned against OTHER injuries than shod runners.

I think Anton Krupicka says it well:

“I think some people look at minimalist shoes as a panacea, but that’s definitely not what it’s about. Wearing a minimal shoes doesn’t automatically make you a better runner. It sort of forces you to become a better runner.”

Comment on The Running Event 2011 by Roland Chu

Roland Chu — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:41:37 +0000

I have recently transitioned to minimalist running and is experiencing its great benefits. I started with the NB Minimus 10′s, for which I have both the road and trail versions, and found them to be very light, flexible and extremely comfortable. Have done several longer runs on them and felt great after – a lot better than I felt during my thick-heeled days! Now, I feel I am ready for zero-drop shoes and is really torn between the Skora and the upcoming NB Minimus Zeroes. My gut tells me to go for the NB’s owing to my personal experience with the Minimus 10′s and NB’s track record as a shoe company (Skora is an upstart after all), however the Skoras are too damn attractive and intriguing to ignore. Another comment I have with the Skoras – why are they so dear ($195!)? Can someone out there help me make a decision?

Comment on First reactions by IZ

IZ — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:53:54 +0000

From what I can see they look minimal enough. I have a small, usually size up a half size to an 8. Altra Adam rubbed my left foot the wrong way, VFF KSO work ok, NB minimus trails are ok, Mizuno Wave Universes are close, I have tried just about all of them and I am still looking for a barefoot feel with pebble protection. Hopefully you made it.

Comment on First reactions by MP

MP — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:56:19 +0000

The shoes look great. Please make larger and wide sizes; I wear a 14(wide)- 15(normal) US. I have the Trail Gloves; it seems all barefoot runners with large feet are wearing Merrell shoes out of necessity, not preference. I also have the NB Minimus 20′s; they are snug, even in 14 2E US.

Don’t miss out on the market for larger sizes. I coach youth football in Maryland, right outside of DC. Next season, we will have all of our boys training in the same shoe. It must be a minimalist shoe because of the similarites to cleats; they have little to no padding. In addition, we want to develop strong runners. Although the boys range in age from 6-14, there are many players that wear a 13 US or larger. Hence, Five Fingers are out of the question. furthermore, I tried to reach out to them twice- no reply.

Listen to the consumers- Go Large!

Comment on The Wait is Almost Over by Ronald Vos

Ronald Vos — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:52:32 +0000

Cool! I have been following these for a while and they seem very different from what is already available out there from the few pictures that I have seen.

They look really good as a minimal road shoe. I am a bit surprised somebody already ran a 100 mile ultra on them.

Is there any word if these will be retailed somewhere in the EU?

keep up the good work

Comment on Testing in a Run Real World by Everette S.

Everette S. — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 03:43:05 +0000

Great blog post by KK and his 100 miler. I’m very interested in becoming a tester as well. I’m a minimalist runner in Jacksonville, FL. I’ll shoot you an email with my running info, and hope to work with you in the future. Keep up the great work! Let me know if you’re ever in NE Florida, we can hit up Jax Beach for a run.

Comment on Testing in a Run Real World by SKORA

SKORA — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:42:35 +0000

Hi Kathy! We will be testing our women’s models in the coming months. Send an email to test@skorarunning.com and tell us how man miles you run on average per week, your running shoe size and if you are a heel-striker or midfoot/forefoot style runner. Thanks.

Comment on Testing in a Run Real World by Kathy

Kathy — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:36:45 +0000

I would be interested in being a tester if you want women testers. I have been looking for a comfortable barefoot shoes for sometime and hope that yours might fit the bill