Customer Reviews Merrell Bare Access Arc 2

I love this. I've been going to cross training using running shoes and finally broke down and bought minimalist shoes.. I had to return the first pair as they were too small but I think all running/workout shoes typically should be a size or so larger than usual... now that I have the larger pair, I feel far more unencumbered working out than I did with regular running shoes.

Really wanted to like this shoe. I'm looking for a low profile shoe that has good arch support - and this shoe is that. I'm also looking for a shoe wide enough in the ball of foot area for me, and looking at other reviews, thought this might be - but even though the toe box has plenty of room, the shoe is not wider than usual across the widest part, so a little too tight for me - bummer.

I almost returned them. I overpronate and the arch was so high it was uncomfortable. Otherwise the shoe is great. I don't like support and need a flexible sole. They became more comfortable with use.

Bought these for the wife, and she loves them. Very lightweight workout shoe for her. Plus they're pink, right?

I bought these after getting a standing desk at work and feeling like I needed a little more cushion than my other Merrell Barefoot shoes provided. They do have more cushion, and are incredibly light, but I found myself longing for my more traditional Barefoot shoes instead. They're probably great vacation shoes, but I wish I had bought the Road Glove 2 instead.

My Dash Glove from two years ago was getting a little worn, so I thought these would be a good replacement for them and I love the color! I use these as a travel sneaker, so lightweight they pack great. But the fit on the Dash Glove is better for me. And the laces on the Bare Access Arc 2 are short, hardly long enough for a small bow. Merrell needs to make longer laces for these. I have a narrow foot and these fit okay, slightly snug at the moment, but I will go back to the Dash Glove again if they are still being made when replacement time comes around.

I just received my Merrell Arc 2 and I think they are great. They are so light and the fit is fabulous. I first tried them while using my eliptical and they were great. Next I plan to use them for walking. I know anyone who orders these will be pleased.

These shoes are lightweight and very cute. It took me a bit of time and a couple wearings to get used to the arch support.

I love these Merrells - they are very lightweight and cool, great for summer. They do not have the usual tons of padding and support that Merrell walking and hiking shoes have, but I like that - it's more a "barefoot" experience. Love the colors, too!

I really like these shoes. They are among the most comfortable I have ever purchased and I could easily wear them all day. There's just enough cushion in the arch to make them great for long days on your feet, crossfit, weight lifting, etc. The reason I give them 4 stars instead of 5 was because I wasn't a fan of running in them. I like minimalist running shoes (inov-8), but I found these to be a bit painful when used for running. Other than running, these are great shoes overall.

I really wanted to love this shoe! So cute! I have a wide foot and the toe box was great! The size 7 (my normal Merrill size) was way too long. Traded them for a 6.5 which was still plenty long and roomy in the toes, but was too tight over the instep. Bummer! I guess shoes were just not for me.

I am disappointed in the changes Merrell has made in this shoe. This, my second pair, is stiffer and the construction seems shoddy in comparison with the first pair.

Cute style and I thought that with my wide toe box, they would be perfect. The toe box was wide enough, but with no arch support and padding in the shoe, not comfortable for me. The fit reminded me of "earth shoes" from the 70's.

These shoes are for bare feet. There is absolutely no room in these shoes for socks. I thought you could wear them either way but this is not the case. Also I found very little support in these shoes.

Good shoe if you do not need support and want a barefoot feel. Has some heel support, but there is nothing in the front of the shoe for the balls of your feet. Felt like I was walking on the ground. I know I wouldn't be able to do a lot of jumping in them.

These were too lightweight, and the green color was brighter than I thought they would be. A little too preppy-looking for me. I also hated the foamy, polyester textured fabric.

Returning the product because it felt a little narrow for my foot. Also, the material around the toe area seemed to wrinkle as I walked. If the fit had been better, I would have kept them, but my feet are a little wide for this particular shoe to be comfortable.

This was my first pair of minimalist shoes. I've now had two pairs with the same issue: the sole becomes dis-attached from the shoe right under the ball of my foot.

Did not last! Wonderful fit and comfort. Only shoe I could wear without orthotics. I am 100 lbs and 81 years old, walked with these shoes at most 1 hr. a day. bought them in Feb 2013. By October my little toe is coming out of the mesh. Very disappointed. Expected more from Merrell. Sent them an email, but no response. Is this the durability that others are getting? Or is this a defective pair? Undecided about what shoe to try next.

Love this shoe. Very comfortable. Only shoe I can wear without orthotics. However, wears out quickly for a shoe at this price. Bought this pair in February and it already has a hole on the fabric top. My little toe is sticking out. Is this Merrell quality?

Read all of the reviews and these sounded perfect. I wear a 9 and ordered a 9 and when I tried it on I was shocked at how big it felt on my feet. There is definately tons of room in the toe box but I need an 8.5. Was afraid of this but the reviews stated otherwise. The arch support was beautiful however I felt no cushion whatsoever. I am used to running in barefoot shoes and wanted just a bit more softness - these did not provide that. I also thought the toe looked funny where the fabric met the leather - makes your foot look kind of puffy and swollen in a wierd way. These are going back.

I trusted the reviews on this one that they were super comfortable and all they did was kill my arches. I thought I was just needed to break them in but there is only so much you can take...