Five Fingers Komodo Sport vs. the Bikila

 

The FiveFingers Bikila is Vibrams Running shoe and the Komodo Sport is the all purpose fitness shoe.

The Bikila is designed to have the thickest sole to provide alittle more padding to keep those runners happy out there.

The Komodo Sport is padded as well but the Komodo Sport is designed to do whatever the wearer wants, great for crossfit, maybe some tennis then throw in a run then yoga.
 
Both the Komodo Sport and Bikila do not offer the same ground feedback as a pair of sprints or classics but will allow you to do more. Both the Komodo Sport and the Bikilas have the same polyurethance foodbed. I own both the Bikilas and the Komodo Sports and I feel I get alittle more feedback from the Bikilas.

So what pair should you buy?

It's simple, if your going to do mainly running in your Vibram Five Fingers you'll want to buy the Bikilas, but if your looking for a pair to wear in any sitution I'd buy the Komodo Sports. They are both great shoes, thats why I own both.

Vibram Five Finges: KOMODO SPORT

The Komodo Sport has to be my Favorite of all the VFF's I have tried or owned. They have a aggressive look with cool colors and are very comfortable.
When it comes to appearance the Vibram Five Fingers Komodo Sport looks every bit the technical sports performance shoe that it is. Borrowing design elements from the KSO and Bikila before restyling them into something sleeker and far more aggressive, these Five Fingers are covered in eye catching details. I love the bright colors, with Gold,Yellow and blue.

The Komodo Sport is just not all about it's great looks, The Komodo Sport offers a seamless 2mm foot bed, more comfort, better grip and a snug fit for any sport you throw at it.

A downside to all this comfort is that the shoe is a little bulkier, now when I say bulkier I mean for VFF's standards, so you lose a little feedback from the ground.

The First thing you'll notice when sliding the Komodo Sport on is that they go on a little easier and the material is stretchy. Next as you position your foot within the shoe you'll notice that the heel cup in the Komodo Sport is padded, I like the feel but it does take away a little from the ground feedback. The Komodo Sport also offers two Velcro straps that allow you to adjust the fit a little better.

With the Komodo Sports foot bed that feels great, it does have its downside. When you add a 3mm foot bed to a 4mm sole now you have almost doubled the amount of material between your foot and the ground. Also with the foot bed I have been afraid to remove it thinking I may not get it back in properly, but you can still wash it fine.

With the Komodo Sport you may lose a little feedback due to the thicker sole, but I think the benefits out weight that. The Komodo Sport is prefect for the multi-sport athlete.

Specifications

Materials:

UPPER - Stretch Mesh and Polyamide

SOLE - TC-1 Rubber

FOOTBED - 3mm PU & CoolMax

Machine washable. Air dry away from sun or heat source.

Weight:

Men's size 42 - 7.1oz. each, 14.2oz./pair

Best for: Running  and Fitness

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The Vibram Five Fingers 2011 Komodo Sport

Komodo Sport Product Description

Designed for cross-training, the FiveFingers KomodoSport multisport shoes take the popular KSO and introduce a friction-reducing footbed to enhance comfort.

• Stretchy uppers hug feet and offer quick-drying comfort; breathable stretch-mesh panels keep debris and grit out
• Adjustable instep and heel straps secure with rip-and-stick closures to provide a snug, supportive fit
• Individual toe slots enhance dexterity, control and stability to help deliver a natural motion
• AEGIS Microbe Shield® antimicrobial treatment helps control odor development
• Seamless 2mm polyurethane footbeds reduce friction underfoot; EVA arch shanks help provide light support
• 4mm Vibram outsoles are made of nonmarking Vibram TC1 rubber and feature traction pods that follow the contours of your feet and toes for enhanced traction
• Recommended for running and fitness; in order to allow your feet to adapt to using different muscles, gradually increase usage of these shoes
• The Vibram FiveFingers KomodoSport shoes are machine washable in cold water; air dry only
• To determine size, stand with heels against a wall and measure from the wall to the tip of the longest toe; use the longest toe length in conjunction with the size chart

Vibram Five FIngers Komodo

Vibram Five Fingers are releasing two new shoes in their 2011 line-up, One is the all new Vibram Five Finges Komodo, the other is the Bikilas with laces.

Komodo Sport Product Description

Designed for cross-training, the FiveFingers KomodoSport multisport shoes take the popular KSO and introduce a friction-reducing footbed to enhance comfort.

• Stretchy uppers hug feet and offer quick-drying comfort; breathable stretch-mesh panels keep debris and grit out
• Adjustable instep and heel straps secure with rip-and-stick closures to provide a snug, supportive fit
• Individual toe slots enhance dexterity, control and stability to help deliver a natural motion
• AEGIS Microbe Shield® antimicrobial treatment helps control odor development
• Seamless 2mm polyurethane footbeds reduce friction underfoot; EVA arch shanks help provide light support
• 4mm Vibram outsoles are made of nonmarking Vibram TC1 rubber and feature traction pods that follow the contours of your feet and toes for enhanced traction
• Recommended for running and fitness; in order to allow your feet to adapt to using different muscles, gradually increase usage of these shoes
• The Vibram FiveFingers KomodoSport shoes are machine washable in cold water; air dry only
• To determine size, stand with heels against a wall and measure from the wall to the tip of the longest toe; use the longest toe length in conjunction with the size chart