Videos tagged with Minimalist Footwear

This guide synthesizes field testing insights for the Lems Trail Blazer, a minimalist shoe. Expert reviewer Ivan from Kit Badger details its zero-drop, wide toe box, and aggressive tread, evaluating its performance during tactical training at Thunder Ranch and strenuous mountain hiking with a heavy pack. Comparisons to other Lems models highlight its suitability for backpacking due to its rigid sole, making it ideal for enthusiasts seeking natural foot mechanics with enhanced traction and stability.

This video provides a first look at new gear from Lems, Flat Range Outfitters, and 100 Concepts. It highlights Lems' Trailblazer and Primal 3 minimalist footwear, noting their lightweight design, wide toe boxes, and instant comfort. The Flat Range Outfitters strap is presented as a helmet accessory for securing items like tourniquets. Finally, 100 Concepts' pack and helmet scrims are introduced as tools for breaking up outlines and enhancing camouflage, along with paracord QD attachments for firearms.

The Lems Primal 3 is a minimalist shoe designed for everyday wear, travel, and light activity. It features a zero-drop sole, flexibility, and a lightweight construction. Compared to the Primal 2, the Primal 3 offers a slightly wider footbox and a thicker, higher sole which provides a more stable base, particularly beneficial in gym settings for lifting. The shoe is easy to slip on and off due to its laceless design and lack of a heel cup, making it convenient for travel and security checks.

This video provides a first look at the Surefire RC3 suppressor, specifically the Flat Dark Earth (FDE) variant, and the Lems Primal 3 minimalist shoes. The reviewer highlights the RC3's flow-through design, noting its compatibility with appropriately gassed firearms and its reduced back pressure. The Lems Primal 3 shoes are compared to the Primal 2, focusing on improvements in sole thickness and overall stability for activities like lifting.

This review covers the Lems Chillum shoes, a low-cut version of their Boulder Boot. The reviewer highlights their minimalist design, zero-drop construction, wide toe box, and lightweight nature (approx. 8 oz for a size 10). They are suitable for various activities including around-town wear, workouts, and even light backpacking, though grip can be an issue in slick conditions like snow. The reviewer emphasizes the benefits of minimalist footwear for strengthening feet and ankles over time.

This video reviews the All Leather Lems Boulder Boots, focusing on their suitability for individuals with wide feet seeking minimalist footwear. The reviewer, Kit Badger, highlights his long-term positive experience with Lems shoes due to their wide toe box. He specifically praises the Boulder Boots for their durability and comfort during extensive backpacking trips. The introduction of an all-leather version prompted him to test and review them. The description also includes links to Kit Badger's other content, merchandise, and the Lems shoes themselves, along with mentions of other gear worn.