Wore these straight out of the box on a muddy 10k and had zero blisters, which never happens for me. The snug fit hugs my foot without pinching, and I didn't need any break-in period at all.
Elizabeth★★★★★
Wore these straight out of the box on a muddy 10k and had zero blisters, which never happens for me. The lacing system is simple but really locks the midfoot down on descents.
Penelope F.★★★★☆
The lacing system is the standout for me, easy to snug up without any pressure points on the top of my foot. Took them on a muddy trail run and the fit stayed locked in, though the collar rubbed a bit the first mile.