Customer Reviews Merrell Bare Access Arc 2

These shoes are great. I have a wider foot and struggle to find really comfortable shoes. These have a wide toe box. Even though they are barefoot shoes, I wear them with a thin sock. Initially, I was worried that the lack of cushioning on the bottom would be a problem but that is not the case. Great shoe -- I recommend it.

Great running shoe. Light and comfy. Loose in toe area, snug in heel. Very thin cushioning, makes you feel like you're running barefoot (almost).

I love the light weight and minimalistic aspect of this shoe, but they were just a little bit too narrow and even though I ordered my normal shoe size, it was a little too big. I am a new runner and have been running in barefoot vibram Five Finger shoes and they have been hurting my shins so I have been bouncing between shoes until my legs get used to running.

I love these so much that I do not want to wear them outside and get them dirty! They are lightweight, cool, and have great arch support.

This shoe is so comfortable. I wanted something lightweight for the gym that didn't run as high around the ankle as some shoes. It has a wide toebox which is perfect for me but someone with narrow feet may find it sloppy. I wore it today & loved it! I may even buy a second pair!

I really like this little sneaker. I have been wearing barefoot shoes for almost 2 years now, and wanted to find something with a bit more cushion for the cooler weather. This fits that bill. A little more "padding" than the barefoot shoes who have none. I am a solid size 8. I would say that this shoe is right on in size. It has a wide toe bed which is great for my ballet dancer foot, my toes are wide and fit well in this shoe. I have an issue with shoes not conforming to the shape of one's foot, we are usually stuck with trying to conform our foot to a shoe. These shoes to me are shaped more like a human foot, kidney shaped. Maybe that is why it is comfortable.

Wonderful, wonderful, rave rave. Love, them! They are light. I hate heavy hiking shoes. These are great for urban hikes and basic hill hikes. Don't recommend for hard core back country hiking, or waterproof needs. I wear them with socks, but you don't have to.

I bought these in order to do a HIIT program that had a lot of lateral movement and jumping on the balls of the feet. These shoes are fantastic for that purpose. They are so lightweight and flexible, and allow you to bend your foot as needed in different positions. I had worn standard crosstrainers for these workouts, and had dealt with numb toes, sore soles, and general foot pain, but switching to these shoes has really made all the difference. I am really glad I tried these shoes. I also bought a pair of the Merrell Barefoot Crush Glove shoes, to switch off with these. Those shoes don't have as much cushioning as these do, but they are also awesome.

Love these shoes! Stylish, so comfortable, versatile and lightweight. They've become a favorite.

These are the most comfortable pair od shoes that I have ever owned. I suffer from a persistent leg pain but have been able to reduce that amount of pain that I feel when walking by wearing these. I'm a fan; just ordered another pair.

Purchased these for my wife's birthday. She loves them! They fit well, good for running and daily activities. She also likes the bright colors.

Love these shoes. Hot color, weigh nothing, and are wonderfully comfortable, probably because, unlike most shoes, they're foot-shaped.

The shoes fit great but the green/aqua is not how it looks in the photo. The shoes in the photo are a lot bluer than the ones shipped to me which are a bright green. Disappointed in the color but the shoes fit great.

Love my current Merrell Bare Access Arc 2's, but knew I'd soon have to replace them (mileage-wise). SO happy to have found these on Zappos.com AND the price was incredibly low, plus shipping was really fast! Thank you!

Purchased there shoes for a cruise in Northern Europe. Not only were they great for walking on the tread mill, but also walking all over the country side!! Very light weight and comfortable. No sore spots, no tired feet! They are great! I always buy tennis shoes 1/2 size up. With heavier socks these work!

I've just worn them a short while so far, but I like them even more than I expected to. I particularly like the roomy toe box! Also like how they look. Merrell is a good brand for me; I've liked all that I've tried of them.

Very comfortable and roomy around toes. I actually use this shoe to teach Jazzercise and it works great for me! I go through about 6 pair of shoes per year.

I wear these in the gym primarily for weight lifting, but these are good for running short distances as well. I throw them on to run errands and they are great. I love the lightweight feel and the roomy toebox.

I am really grateful and relieved to find these shoes. They are lightweight and thin soled, yet they still do a good job absorbing shock and offer some arch support. How'd they do that?! I have Morton's Neuroma in both feet. The wide toebox in these does not pinch or aggravate this painful condition. At the same time, I am able to get the shoe tight enough around the rest of my regular width foot.

These shoes are very comfortable with surprisingly good arch support for such a lightweight shoe. I love the fact that they're washable and will consider buying them in several colors.

I bought these shoes for Crossfit since I wanted something much less bulky and more stable for olympic weight lifting and box jumping. I couldn't be happier. They're padded enough for some running (I run like normal people, not barefoot style), but flexible enough that I can really feel the floor. Super cute, too.

Great sure! I have a wide foot and these give plenty of room and are very comfortable for walking or running!

So, when the box first arrived at my doorstop it literally felt like there were no shoes in the box. The shoes are that light! If it had not been for the many other reviews, I would have been very hesitant about buying these barefoot-style shoes because it doesn't seem like there would not be enough support and cushion. But, call it the magic of shoe engineering and striving for simplicity... these shoes are amazing. I got these two days before we left for a trip to Eastern Europe. I wore them a lot and my feet or legs never felt achy or tired from the shoe. I took two pairs of shoes on that trip... these and my awesome Chacos. Perfect!

I have a wide toespan. These shoes are the most comfortable I've ever owned. I have a high arch. The moderate support is perfect. I use them for my (brisk) daily walk which is a little over 2 miles, some of which is on a dirt path on a hillside. I'm NOT a runner. But I never ever trip or slip in these shoes. I feel as if I have a good grip on the ground. I own two pair and have just ordered another pair. They do run small, I think. I ordinarily wear a 5.5 or 6. In these I wear a 6.5. Also, the first pair I bought were the turquoise. Because I walk through dirt and sometimes mud and didn't want to mess up those pretty shoes, I then bought the black ones. I wash them several times a week, just with the garden hose. They dry overnight. And they are soooo LIGHT.

I love these shoes. They are comfortable, lightweight and well made. The style is understated (I have the black/silver), and they are great for my gym workouts and walks around the city. I would consider buying a second pair and would definitely recommend them.