Vapour Glove 6
Built with a full forefoot to allow for a more natural foot movement.
Specs and barefoot signals
Drawn from Minimal List reviews and product notes. Confirm stack height, drop, and fit on the brand site before you order.
Stack height
6mm
Heel-to-toe drop
0mm
Barefoot signals
About the Vapour Glove 6
Merrell's leadership in the barefoot category continues with the Vapor Glove 6. These are the most minimal shoes Merrell creates, featuring a Vibram® EcoStep outsole that wraps the foot to maximize grip and connection and a breathable mesh upper to keep feet cool. The Vapor Glove 6 offers maximum lightweight performance in minimalist trail running and training design. Total stack height on these shoes is 6mm. Return to barefoot with the Vapor Glove 6. MADE FOR: Trail Running TRAIL TYPE: Light WEIGHT PER SHOE: 5.29oz LUG: 2mm STACK HEIGHT: 6mm DROP: 0mm - Barefoot - Vibram® Outsole - Recycled Materials **FEATURES** - 100% recycled breathable mesh upper - 100% recycled laces and webbing - Bellows tongue keeps out debris - External rear sling locks in the heel - 100% recycled breathable mesh lining - 100% recycled mesh wrapped insole - Cleansport NXT™ treated for natural odor control - 30% recycled integrated EVA foam insole - Merrell Barefoot 2 construction is designed to keep the foot in a natural position - Vibram® Ecostep recycled outsole designed with 30% recycled rubber which provides added durability and improved grip on wet and dry surfaces - **SIZING NOTE:** The Vapor Glove 6 is a barefoot shoe, and has been built with a full forefoot to allow for a more natural foot movement. When compared to traditional Merrell sizing, it is running ½ size large. If you're looking for a similar fit to other Merrell styles, **we recommend you order a ½ size smaller than your typical size.**
Sizing and fit
Barefoot sizing varies by brand. Use the brand size chart for the final call.
The Vapor Glove 6 is a barefoot shoe, and has been built with a full forefoot to allow for a more natural foot movement. When compared to traditional Merrell sizing, it is running ½ size large. If you're looking for a similar fit to other Merrell styles, we recommend you order a ½ size smaller than your typical size.
Community feedback
“Vapour Gloves praised for comfort but lack durability, causing frequent replacements.”
“Trail Gloves suggested as a durable alternative, but less minimalist and have problematic arch shape.”
“Merrell's shoes criticized for narrowness and poor fit, especially Trail Glove 6.”
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