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Kuru Footwear Trail Shoes Review

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At first glance of the Kuru Footwear website, I thought the shoes were very unique looking. I was instantly intrigued. Turns out that Kuru has developed a revolutionary technology to create the “World’s Most Anatomical Midsole” for active footwear and walking shoes.

With the intelligence of Podiatrists and Physical Therapists, they were able to combine the support of custom orthotics along with space-age materials resulting in the ultimate comfort shoe.

Kuru Footwear Chicane Trail Shoes

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The KuruSole™ chassis was specially invented to create a cushion-y heel pocket that literally molds to your foot, instead of other flat insoles that provide little to no support and can result in an uncomfortable shoe – and even injury.

The fat pad that we have under our heel bone works as a shock absorber for our whole body.

The Kuru shoe works with this fat pad by protecting it with their secret HeelKradl™.

The HeelKradl™ flexes inward with each step, which creates a cupping action to keep that fat pad under your heel instead of squishing it on flat insoles like typical shoes.

Impressed yet?

kuru chicane

Well, I got to see for myself with my new Kuru Chicane trail shoes.

The Chicane won the best trail shoe in the 2011 About.com Reader’s Choice awards!

It has some impressive features, like: A fully gusseted tongue which keeps out debris, water and dust, a unique lacing system that wraps the webbing around the foot so it fits like a sock, moisture-wicking liners, large lugs for excellent traction,  and much more!

swallow cliff

Since spring is just around the corner I look forward to heading to our favorite hiking trails at Swallow Cliff!

Also known as “the stairs”, Swallow Cliff is a popular place to work out around here. My sister and I like to do the stairs just once or twice and then head to the trails.

My Chicanes will get a great test there, but for now I have been trying them out on daily tasks. I definitely notice less impact on my heels.

At first I did not like the way they felt in the arch area, but I can already feel them forming to my feet more.

The more I wear my Kuru shoes, the more comfortable that they get. I love the way they look, too! They are different, but I think they are sharp.


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Jennifer is the founder of A Magical Mess. She is married to a wonderful man, and together they live with their three rescue dogs. Jen is an entrepreneur at heart. Hobbies and interests include working, reading, playing word games, and learning new things.

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  1. Kayla @ TheEclecticElement says

    February 22, 2012 at 7:04 pm

    Shoes!?
    Oh, you KNOW I can’t wait ๐Ÿ˜€

    • Jennifer says

      February 22, 2012 at 7:12 pm

      Oh yeah! Get your typin’ fingers ready!

  2. Mimi says

    February 24, 2012 at 12:17 am

    I love the look of those shoes! I really need a great pair for hiking this summer! That trail looks gorgeous!

  3. Nicole Strunk says

    February 24, 2012 at 1:30 am

    I love these! They have some really cute unique shoes! Thanks for introducing me….. I always need more shoes!!

  4. Nancy Brumfield says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:05 am

    These sound like super comfy shoes!

  5. Shelly Sawicki Lash Neuhouser says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:19 am

    These sound great, thanks for the giveaway.

  6. Jeanna says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:27 am

    Great review! Makes me want to try a pair!!

  7. Lauren Rasor says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:50 am

    Super Cute

  8. latanya says

    February 24, 2012 at 8:35 am

    They look very comfortable and cute.

  9. Amy Boelk says

    February 24, 2012 at 8:52 am

    These shoes sound amazing! Love how its mixes fashion and function!

  10. KDailey says

    February 24, 2012 at 9:10 am

    These look so supportive! I’m on my feet all day and these would make my life so much more comfortable.

  11. maureen says

    February 24, 2012 at 9:30 am

    I like that it has the technology to help keep the fat pads of your feet where they belong. It helps against plantar fasciitis that way.

  12. Evelyn Goettner says

    February 24, 2012 at 10:27 am

    These look and sound so comfy yet fashionable!

  13. Kate B says

    February 24, 2012 at 10:34 am

    Please, please let me win these. I have bad feet with orthotics and I need some variety ๐Ÿ™‚

  14. Katrina F says

    February 24, 2012 at 11:23 am

    Always looking for a comfortable shoe and these look great!

  15. Jennifer Speed says

    February 24, 2012 at 12:15 pm

    maybe if I win I’ll go hiking and see how they work

  16. Sharon Rooney says

    February 24, 2012 at 1:27 pm

    These sound really comfortable. I am always looking for comfortable shoes. They are really cute too

  17. Krista U. says

    February 24, 2012 at 1:33 pm

    These shoes sound very cool. It’s not uncommon for my heels to hurt after a long day of standing or walking, so I’d love to try these!

  18. Iliana Reyes says

    February 24, 2012 at 1:42 pm

    I love the colors on the shoes and they look soo comfy!

  19. tami husak says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    boy do they sound comfy

  20. Janelle Prentice says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:31 pm

    What cute shoes! I’d love to try these out- my running shoes are totally done in!

  21. Sandy says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:37 pm

    I’m always looking for a more comfortable pair of shoes and would love to give these a try.

  22. Kimberly says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:57 pm

    I love the way these look, and I think it’s amazing that they sound so comfy. Thanks for the view…I will be looking for these!

  23. Mikki Tuohy says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:59 pm

    These shoes are adorable! I would love to have them for my workouts.

  24. Amanda Tempel says

    February 24, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    These are so cool! I love that that are asymmetrical!

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  25. Danielle Davis/Grady says

    February 24, 2012 at 4:04 pm

    I love these shoes & they look so comfy!
    Thanks for the review!

  26. Jo-Ann Brightman says

    February 24, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    I need the cushioning ; hope to win

  27. Matt Ferrell says

    February 24, 2012 at 5:13 pm

    nice review and shoes!

  28. Karla says

    February 24, 2012 at 5:19 pm

    These shoes look awesome!

  29. Barbara says

    February 24, 2012 at 5:33 pm

    Nice review! Interesting to know that they worked with Podiatrists and Physical Therapists to make the shoe both bit correctly and comfortably. Nice pic’s too.

  30. Rachel R. says

    February 24, 2012 at 5:37 pm

    We have lots of trails at a park near our home, so these would be great. I’ve been looking for trail shoes and it’s nice to know these won a reader’s choice award.

  31. Julie Wood says

    February 24, 2012 at 5:39 pm

    Kuru are nice looking shoes! I like these shoes because they have the support that is needed for people who walk. I am a walker and I need a good shoe to support me! Kuru shoes do the job!

  32. jean carlisle says

    February 24, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    I love the colors and they look so comfortable!

  33. Carrie Phelps says

    February 24, 2012 at 6:11 pm

    They look comfy & I would love a pair of hiking shoes as I’m going to start hiking with my four year old grandson this year. Thanks!

  34. Monica says

    February 24, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    wow! these shoes look like they have so much science in them! hope i win the giveaway to try them out..i have such bad feet! ๐Ÿ™‚

  35. Kayla says

    February 24, 2012 at 6:40 pm

    They look amazing for working out in! I’d love a pair!

  36. kim c. says

    February 24, 2012 at 6:56 pm

    I love the look of the Kuru shoes. Nobody else wouls have them. Very original!

  37. Megan C says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:04 pm

    Somehow my hiking shoes have become too big for me…these look great and I love the trail pictures, hope I win!

  38. tamatha hunter says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:14 pm

    would love to check them out

  39. Jessica K says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:29 pm

    These look so cool. I love the unique design

  40. Holly says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    They look comfy and sound like great shoes.

  41. lisa lo says

    February 24, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    Seriously need good walking shoes! These look like the ones!

  42. Christina says

    February 24, 2012 at 8:44 pm

    I love the look of these shoes! Thanks so much for the review, hubby and I are hoping to start hiking soon (he’s wanted to for the past year) so I really need to find a good pair of shoes.. these sound perfect.

  43. Barbara R. says

    February 24, 2012 at 9:33 pm

    I walk everyday for my program plus 4-5 times walking the dog. I had never heard of these shoes. I am interested in the secret HeelKradl. I think that there will be less impact on my heels. They sound perfect for me, as I wear out a pair rather quickly.

  44. Dolly says

    February 24, 2012 at 10:19 pm

    They look very practical. I could use a pair of durable shoes! ๐Ÿ˜€

  45. Deb Hornick Gotham says

    February 25, 2012 at 12:09 am

    These sound like great shoes ๐Ÿ™‚

  46. Russell Moore says

    February 25, 2012 at 12:25 am

    Interesting look; I kind of like it.

  47. Kathy says

    February 25, 2012 at 12:26 am

    Now that’s my kind of shoe!

  48. Chevelle Sopkin says

    February 25, 2012 at 4:38 am

    Great review! These are a really cute pair that you tried out too. I’m excited that Spring is so near b/c we live in Oregon & we have limitless trails & hiking/walking areas & our son is almost 3, so now is a great time to get serious with my footwear! Thank you for the chance to win!

  49. Cynthia C says

    February 25, 2012 at 7:23 am

    Styling is really different. I like it!

  50. elven johnson says

    February 25, 2012 at 10:00 am

    I love how the lacing is done. Very diff.

  51. crystal lane says

    February 25, 2012 at 11:21 am

    They look very comfortable.

  52. Judy Cox says

    February 25, 2012 at 11:58 am

    This is a very smart looking shoe. Would definitely love to win a pair.

  53. Kris B says

    February 25, 2012 at 12:10 pm

    The shoes look very comfortable! Thanks for the chance to win a pair!

  54. Ron Casteel says

    February 25, 2012 at 1:11 pm

    I like the style you tried also the cushion in the the heel is a plus looks comfortable

  55. Missy Lynnh says

    February 25, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    Those look SO comfy and the colors are perfect! Love them!

  56. Deidra Bigham says

    February 25, 2012 at 1:51 pm

    I’m definitely going to be checking out their website because I’m sold on the heel pocket that molds to your foot.

  57. Amanda Alvarado says

    February 25, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    Forget the hiking! These would be great for me to wear at work! I am on my feet just about all day and finding good shoes with support is hard without having to spend a small fortune on a good inserts!

  58. Lyn says

    February 25, 2012 at 5:35 pm

    These Kuru shoes like they are just the answer for my daughter’s feet! In her free time from graduate school, she’s enjoyed hiking in AZ. From the heal protection to the moisture wicking liners, they seem like they would be a perfect fit for her!

  59. Suzanne B. says

    February 25, 2012 at 6:32 pm

    Love the cushion-y heel pocket. That is just what I need. I really walk hard on my heels.

  60. BlackAsphodel says

    February 25, 2012 at 6:58 pm

    I think they look very unique and classy! And who doesn’t want shoes that protect your feet? ๐Ÿ˜‰

  61. Jaimee Sorensen says

    February 25, 2012 at 7:33 pm

    Those shoes look great-I have been trying ot find a good shoe for walking around town or trails!

  62. Julie Lynn Bickham says

    February 25, 2012 at 7:43 pm

    This look so comfy, would love to try these.

  63. Kim Allmon says

    February 25, 2012 at 7:51 pm

    They sound like the perfect shoe. I’ve found that since I’ve lost weight, my current shoes don’t provide enough protection/padding for me…these seem like they would fit the bill! I’ve got a lot of places where I live where I can use these, too. Thanks for your review!

  64. Ashley S says

    February 25, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    I really like the looks of these shoes!

  65. Heather Bridson says

    February 25, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    These look great!!

  66. trishden says

    February 25, 2012 at 8:51 pm

    I like them but my favorite is their Aalto Chukkas. Thanks for the review.

  67. Jean Lynd says

    February 25, 2012 at 9:09 pm

    I’ve never heard of Kuru before, but they do seem to appear more logistically designed for our feet. Maybe my next running shoe??

  68. Jodi says

    February 25, 2012 at 10:03 pm

    I could really use a good pair of shoes like this!

  69. MARLA says

    February 26, 2012 at 12:22 am

    Thank you for the chance to win shoes that mold to my feet.

  70. Amy Baker says

    February 26, 2012 at 12:26 am

    These look really awesome…I wear Birkenstocks all the time because of their footbed…but they really are not made for hiking and my tennis shoes kill my feet…..thanks for the review and for the giveaway!

  71. Debbie Welchert says

    February 26, 2012 at 10:37 am

    These look and sound like the kind of shoe I need. My heels are so sore all of the time. Sounds like these would help.

  72. Brittany says

    February 26, 2012 at 10:54 am

    I could definitely use a pair of good hiking shoes! I love hiking and my current shoes are really old and worn out.

  73. Julie B. says

    February 26, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    I love the look of these shoes, and they have the world’s best anatomical insoles too? SOLD! Even if I don’t win this giveaway I plan on buying some next time I need new shoes! (I love sneakers – I’m a sneakers gal, no Jimmy Choo heels for me!)

  74. Rachel Robertson (Azrael) says

    February 26, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    Nice review, I’ve been wearing Vasque and Merrel, but am almost ready for a new pair ๐Ÿ˜‰

  75. Kelly M says

    February 26, 2012 at 7:25 pm

    Woohooooo thank you for this chance!!!

  76. Gaye M says

    February 26, 2012 at 7:49 pm

    I think these shoes look awesome and I love reading a “real” person’s evaluation of them.

  77. Michele P. says

    February 26, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    I like the very cool design, and they look very comfy! Great review…

  78. Sara Logan says

    February 26, 2012 at 8:33 pm

    They look very comfortable! That is important to me

  79. Jennifer says

    February 26, 2012 at 10:28 pm

    I like the shoes they are nice and look good with jeans or for those long walks. Thanks

  80. Debbie Trammell says

    February 26, 2012 at 10:38 pm

    Wow what an awesome review. Thank u for that. If I had a job I wld definitely give these a try based on ur review. Thanks again.

  81. Vicki Chrzanowski says

    February 27, 2012 at 12:21 am

    I have a difficult time finding closed toed shoes, I live 90% of the time in sandals in Florida, but I spend about 3 months in Michigan where I need better shoes. This sound like the shoes I may need

  82. Cheryl Free says

    February 27, 2012 at 3:35 am

    These are some smart looking shoes! I love shoes that are comfortable ใƒ…

  83. Devona Fryer says

    February 27, 2012 at 6:03 am

    They are very unique looking.

  84. Danielle Papsis says

    February 27, 2012 at 8:01 am

    Thanks for the opportunity!

  85. Gladys Parker says

    February 27, 2012 at 1:22 pm

    What a sweet pair of shoes! Thanks for the review! My son would love these shoes more than I do (and that is a lot.) He has such pain in his feet after just walking, these are like what the Podiatrist suggested for him.
    Gladys P

  86. Shannon Gallagher says

    February 27, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    I think I would love the cushion-y HeelKradl in these shoes!!

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  87. Tracy Juliano says

    February 27, 2012 at 8:48 pm

    I love that these are well padded. That makes all the difference.

  88. Carolsue says

    February 28, 2012 at 4:22 am

    These look super comfortable! Hope I win!
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  89. 1955nurse says

    February 28, 2012 at 8:25 am

    Trying to get back in shape… these would really help!!! Thanks for the chance….

  90. Jodi says

    February 28, 2012 at 8:33 am

    These seem super comfy! I’ve had issues with my heel before so I think these would be great for me! Thanks so much for the review and giveaway!

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  91. Timothy Sternberg says

    February 28, 2012 at 9:15 am

    I love that these are well padded.

  92. Melissa Paz says

    February 28, 2012 at 10:08 am

    These look great, I really could use a new pair of walking shoes. Mine are over 6 years old!

  93. clynsg says

    February 28, 2012 at 10:20 am

    I had never heard of this brand before. They definitely sound as if they would be worth trying.

  94. ericka coello says

    February 28, 2012 at 10:54 am

    they are a unique design, they look very comfortable

  95. Happi Shopr says

    February 28, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    Love the shoes and what a wonderful place to go to exercise

  96. Rachel Buiten Rohde says

    February 28, 2012 at 2:44 pm

    I love the shoes! ๐Ÿ™‚

  97. Azslyn Cole says

    February 28, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    These shoes look very comfortable

  98. Melissa says

    February 28, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    Love the shoes! Thanks for the opportunity!

  99. Holly C. says

    February 28, 2012 at 5:43 pm

    love the review, now I need these shoes lol.

  100. Kim Reid says

    February 28, 2012 at 6:01 pm

    I would love to try these, I need comfortable shoes!!
    Thanks for the review ๐Ÿ™‚

  101. Clare Blakeslee Toll says

    February 28, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    I hope I win these shoes! My feet are terrible!

  102. Linda Henderson says

    February 28, 2012 at 6:42 pm

    These look like great shoes, I’d love to try them out.

  103. Grace says

    February 28, 2012 at 10:19 pm

    These look super cool. I am a shoe lover ๐Ÿ™‚
    Thanks for the giveaway

  104. Michelle C says

    February 28, 2012 at 10:49 pm

    I’ve never heard of this brand, but they look awesome! Thanks for a great review!

  105. Rita Spratlen says

    February 28, 2012 at 11:09 pm

    Thanks for the great review. I like the looks of them. My husband truly has problems with his feet now that he is getting older. These might be great for him.

  106. Jeanne says

    February 28, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    Enjoyed your review. I think their shoes look very comfortable. Thank you for this awesome giveaway. ๐Ÿ™‚

  107. Eileen says

    February 29, 2012 at 1:24 am

    I love how lightweight they look. For someone with extreme fatigue due to illness this would be great not to LUG heavy footwear around under you. Some tennies are extremely heavy. The other point I would love is that the cushioning should provide some great shock absorbing capability, which would mean a lot of pain relief for those with back injury. My spine is a mess after being tangled up with a semi many years ago…good shoes are REALLY important for good back health and posture. I will have to see about any endorsements by foot docs? Thanks for showing us some cool shoes. Most would never have heard of them without the reviews.

  108. daniel healey says

    February 29, 2012 at 6:21 am

    My wife loves these shoes.

  109. Jaclyn says

    February 29, 2012 at 7:59 am

    I’m going through the grand canyon this sprung and could really use something this awesome! ๐Ÿ˜€

  110. sandy weinstein says

    February 29, 2012 at 10:30 am

    i saw these recently in a dept store, think belk’s, and really liked them…the heel looks very supportive as well as the toe pad area.

  111. kathy pease says

    February 29, 2012 at 11:24 am

    i love these shoes they look light and comfy..I hate shoes that are heavy and drag you down

  112. Billie says

    February 29, 2012 at 11:34 am

    I’d love to try the walking shoes!

  113. Stasi says

    February 29, 2012 at 11:44 am

    Those are cute shoes So many trail shoes look like something my brother would wear, just smaller and with a pink stripe….

  114. Ger says

    February 29, 2012 at 1:36 pm

    These shoes are so cute! I especially love the colors!

  115. Gale says

    February 29, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    I love how they look. What an interesting way to lace shoes! Would love to try these.

  116. Thom says

    February 29, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    i think the HeelKradlโ„ข sounds nice.

  117. Linda Kwolek says

    February 29, 2012 at 4:10 pm

    This sounds like it would feel comfortable with my bone spur problem.

  118. R Hicks says

    February 29, 2012 at 4:43 pm

    I think these are really neat. Love that they are designed well for feet comfort

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  119. MeLisa White says

    February 29, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    These looks so comfy!!!

  120. Barbara Blanton says

    February 29, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    I love going hiking with my family but I work 12-16 hours days at work(at my local hospital) and I am on my feet the majority of the time. I love how the shoes seem to be comfortable and molds to your feet I could use these!

  121. Aranda Gibbs says

    February 29, 2012 at 6:24 pm

    These are really cute and comfy ๐Ÿ™‚

  122. Vicky Carlson says

    February 29, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    I walk everywhere and don’t own a car. These look like they would be awesome to walk in and love the self molding chassis and the shock absorbing heels. ๐Ÿ™‚

  123. carey says

    February 29, 2012 at 8:13 pm

    I have never heard of these shoes before and so thankful to check them out. Even if I dont win I am going to look into these more

  124. Jennifer Hiles says

    February 29, 2012 at 8:40 pm

    Hmm,maybe a new pair of shoes will motivate me to exercise! 10 months post birth and I can’t drop a darn lb to save my life! So frustrating. These shoes look pretty awesome though.

  125. Mary A says

    March 1, 2012 at 1:19 am

    these shoes look very comfortable!

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