This is my first pair of foot glove style shoes from Merrell and they take a bit of getting used to. I got my size and thought it was too small, quite different getting them on but, once on, they are SO comfortable. There are pressure areas but not enough to moan about, I've been wearing them all the time and bought another similar pair, different style. They are so flexible and yet the sole is tough enough to stop most rock pain, something missing from others I've had.I'd totally recommend these with the added note that they are a different style of footwear to get used to.

I bought a pair of these a year ago and have worn them almost daily. They are comfy and hard wearing, so I bought a second pair before Merrell drop them from their range (which seems to be imminent).

Aggressive mid-foot support. Eyelet tore easily.

Mid-foot support is somewhat aggressive however, this suits me ok as I have worn supportive inner soles in the past. My feet pronate mildly and I have previously suffered from plantar fasciitis. The only issue I have had is the lace eye tore on both sides after the first time wearing the shoes.

Confortable but…

They are very confortable. I love the color but they wear fast. After 4 months of wearing them daily, the laces are about to let go and the outside material shows wear and tear. I wear them in an urban environment only so no abuse whatsoever.

Fit like a glove

Fit like a glove and are very tactile/natural - you really feel what you are doing - the soles also have excellent grip in the wet. I wouldn't recommend on sharp rocks though as there is minimal cushioning.

Good barefoot shoe

These are good barefoot shoes. Natural foot position, minimal cushioning and nice sized toe box. On balance I prefer the previous trail glove 5 model with its lower stack. But I do like how these have a more robust upper which should be more durable over time.

Great minimal, yet not barefoot, trail shoe

I love this shoe for the following reasons: it fits like a sock and is ultra-comfortable, I get compliments on them frequently, I like the feel of a zero-drop shoe, vibrant soles are the best and this combined with limited support/cushioning translate to amazing traction and feel in every terrain, they are perfectly cool in hot weather, the rock plate and limited support are welcome additions as my feet no longer get beat up on trail, and they are ultra low weight, yet stand up to some decent abuse. I understand why people would be turned off by this show as it’s marketed as a barefoot runner, but I appreciate what it is: a fantastic zero-drop trail runner that benefits from a rock plate, but still feels and fits like a glove, with awesome traction and comfort.

Inner 'Sock' Wore out after Approx 15 Trail Runs

I found the shoes to be really comfortable; however, on both shoes - the inner sock is basically completely worn out after about a month or so of intermittent running. I do run a good portion of downhill trail but I've never happened to any other shoe before. I'll be attempting to return them through MEC's Rock Solid Guarantee once I'm able to make a trip to the store.

Truly love this shoe

I have put this shoe through the wringer, every day use, summited several mountains with it, 4th class scrambling. and has help up really well. approaches to the crag. great shoe affordable, light weight and good traction.

Why arch?

While I love Merrells the Trail Glove 6 disappointed. Too much arch support resulting in pressure on the arch that spreads the foot. Accordingly the shoe feels very narrow and you have to loosen the lacing after initially putting the shoe on. It does have a "no shoe" feel at all.