Bare Access Flex
(2018)
from
Merrell
Other versions :
Bare Access Flex
Bare Access Flex Shield
Bare Access Flex 2 E-Mesh
Bare Access Flex 2
Item rewiewed in this reviews set :
Mini review of "drop 0" shoes | updated 10/06/2019 | Olivier |
Abstract :
Bare-Access, "drop 0" shoes, are really very light and we feel like the foot is bare (bare-access ? ). The sole has a than Trail-Glove, so we feel a little less the ground. The sole is also a little less all-terrains. They carry well their name by allowing a progressive access to the minimalist running, the damping of the sole allows to put the heel without undergoing a too severe penaltyQuick view
Global rate :
Total weight (measured) : 414 g
Parts
Specific informations : Tige
Global rate :
Specific informations : Semelle
Global rate :
approximative price : 90 €
All characteristicsWe love
- Featherweight
Improvable ?
- Stronger
Parts
Specific informations : Tige
Abstract :
Low upper, light fabric and soft sensationSpecific characteristics Tige
Global rate :
Apparent robustness :
Fabrics
Light fabric
Upper type
low
Specific informations : Semelle
Abstract :
Littles lugs, versatile, not outdoor specificSpecific characteristics Semelle
Global rate :
Apparent robustness :
Long-term robustness :
Lugs
rubbers hardness
:
And 50HA for the shock absorbing eva
size
:
2 mm
Mean height of lugs in millimeters
density
:
70%
more or less
nombre de gommes
:
2
One rubber is very majority
Grip
Cushioning
It's a shoe with minimalist spirit. Nevertheless it has shock absorbtion but less important than a classical trail running shoe
Ground Sensitivity
There is a significative sole, so the ground sensation is limited
Sole brand
Same as shoes
Footbed
Not removable
Global characteristics
Global rate :
Apparent robustness :
Long-term robustness :
Total weight (measured) : 414 g
Both, for US 9.5
Announced weight by manufacturer : 420 g
Drop
0 mm
Flex
Average flex for the category
front-rear flex
:
lateral flex
:
Impermeability
Lacing
Classic lacing, easy to use
lace passages
:
simple holes
passages number
:
12
Lacing type
:
classical
adjustability
:
Shoe tongue
Connected on half low part to limit entrance of little elements within the shoe
Thermal insulation
Made for running, no insulation needed
Use temperature
- temperate
- hot
- very hot
Very lightweight and breathable shoes
Breathability
Comfort
Fitting
A little strap on the heel could improve fitting
Foot support
Toes protection
Minimalist toes protection, just a little peace of fabric over the toes.
Heel protection
Minimalist, a bit of plastic which strengthens the heel
Reflective Strips
yes
minimalist, on the shoe tongue
Made in
Vietnam or China, depend on the source
brand :
Merrell