As you can see by the image the Vibram Five Fingers KSO is clearly displayed. KSO simply means “keep stuff out”.
You can see the shoe is enclosed at the top to provide protection from sand and debris entering inside the shoe.
When compared to the standard Vibram Five Finger shoe there is no material across the upper section of the foot.
The design of this shoe is for use in extreme situations such as life saving duties, kayaking or beach sports where some foot protection is required.
Life Guards have found by using the KSO five finger shoe that they are offered protection from cuts and scratches.
The use of the Five finger KSO on the beach provides the added benefit of skin protection as well as reducing sand in the shoe when compared to other types of running shoes that quickly fill with sand.
The application of water sports for the Vibram five finger means that it can go from harsh conditions on dry land to swimming and board riding.
Many employers of life guard’s are now recognizing the Vibram five finger KSO as the preferred choice of footwear providing their life guards some protection.
Some protection is better then no protection and life guards often suffer from cuts and scratches in their daily beach duties.
From dry land to swimming to board. The Vibram five finger KSO is also a favorite amongst long distance runners who incorporate a running, cycling and board riding leg. Marathon sportsmen find the shoe appropriate for all legs of their sporting events.
If you need foot protection from sand, dirt and debris, then the Vibram Five Finger KSO should be your very first consideration.
