Minnemals
STIMULUS V2
STIMULUS V2
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STIMULUS V2 Lightweight Shoes – Minimalist & Breathable
Lightweight shoes, the Stimulus V2 has a versatile design that gives a lightweight and comfortable feel on your feet from the gym->coffee shop->work->dinner. The enhanced features offer an even more lightweight and comfortable feel than before.
Includes all the typical features in a barefoot shoe to give you strength with every step of your day. For those that are new to the non-chunky shoe world, that means it has a wide toe box, zero drop, and a thin/flexible sole.
So why a Stimulus V2 instead of the Stimulus V1? We listened to our founding member's feedback, and made improvements to create and even better feel. Here's what's new on the V2:
-Improved structure to eliminate a pinch point on the top of the foot
-Decreased the amount of material used to feel less bulky and more snug feel on your foot
-Increased durability of insole, 0.5 mm thicker
-Lower ankle height
-Grippier laces
Ready to feel the difference?
Size Chart
Size Chart
The Stimulus line runs slightly big. For example, if you are typically a women's 8.5/9, size down to the 8-8.5 size. If you are more of a women's 9/9.5, the 9-9.5 will be perfect. Reach out to info@minnemals.com for help with sizing.
Care Guide
Care Guide
We recommend spot cleaning. If necessary, you can machine wash cold on the gentle cycle, preferably in a garment bag. Air dry only. *We do NOT recommend machine washing the latte color. Baby wipes or dish soap work well to spot clean them*
I initially wrote a rave review, and don’t get me wrong I still do love the shoes. I am unfortunately disappointed with how they have held up. I have only had the shoes 3-4 months and this begin happening after only two months. But the heel on both shoes interior is just falling apart. At first it was just piling and then small holes formed and now it is worn out all the way to the exterior layer of the shoe.
The shoe itself is comfortable and stylish, however for 125$ I expected more out of these. I’m not sure if I got a dud pair of lesser quality or if it is some kind of user error. But I believe there are comparable shoes on the market for substantially less money.
Lastly, I still want to speak to that fact that I had wonderful interactions with the team at Minnemals. I had some issues upon initially ordering my shoes and they helped me correct it right away. Additionally, they were able to help me get some of their laces in a different color. I want to support this company, but I’m not sure I can afford them if I need to replace them this often!
Hi Taylor! Thank you for this feedback. Feedback is what makes Minnemals get better and better...kind of like aging like a fine wine ;). This is an area of wear that we have already made changes to reinforce. The heel moving inside the shoe resulted in friction in the material. Changes were made to the inner material to lessen this in future product orders. Rest assured that, even with this wear, the shoes have a LOT of steps left in them. Thanks again! -Delaney
I’ve had 3 different podiatrists over the past 37 years and have worn orthotics most of my days. I’ve recently had massage therapy, accupuncture & Thai massage appointments and used heat, ice, elevation and various exercises to relieve pain and work to improve my foot strength. After learning about Minnemals and the research about the impact on your feet and structure, I decided to try them. I was hesitant and didn’t know that it would work for me, but was willing to try anything, as I wasn’t getting the results I wanted.
I was totally surprised at how quickly I was able to incorporate these shoes into my day. I started with a few hours at work and within a week I was able to wear them for an 8 hour shift at the hospital. I am so glad I tried these shoes. Although it has only been a few weeks, I have a new way of thinking about my foot and increasing strength and mobility.
We are SO excited for you. The strength of the foot is so under-addressed when it comes to foot pain and the treatments talked about for it. So happy you are shifting your way of thinking!
I've been rocking my stimulus V2 for a few months now and I can say with 100% certainty that they are WELL WORTH the investment. They are so comfy, extremely durable, look very good, and have have made my entire body feel better as I have gotten used to the zero drop and wide toe box. I highly recommend them!
Thank you, Jacob! Training for your feet for the miles in between :)
I’m on my third pair of Minnemals. I wear them in my work, for walks whether on pavement or in the paths in the woods. They’re my go to casual shoes as well because they look as good as they feel. These are my go to minimal footwear and I recommend them to all my clients.
I really enjoy how my feet have more room in Minnemals. I have a small bunion on one foot and my other walking shoes constricts the ball of my foot. My feet feel better in these shoes and am increasing the length of time I wear them.