Army Bans Vibram Fivefingers "The toe shoes" in formations - DiscussWorldIssues - Socio-Economic Religion and Political Uncensored Debate

**Poowssnople** · 07-16-2011, 02:47 PM

Well, Dave,

The Army has officially banned the "toe shoes". It's not a health issue, it's a uniformity issue.

No Army "leader" wants an unusual and uncontrollable variable in the formation. Is it better for the Soldier (Toe shoes)? Probably. [B]Does it detract from the daily routine that controls Soldiers? Uhhh; it DOES./B]

The shoes in question will help the wearer to exceed the standards. It is unusual looking, though, so it is BANNED.

I'm glad that I'm retired; I'm really sick of that bullshit.

How does it detract soldiers from their daily routine? Do we not want to see individuals succeed on their PT test? I've been wearing them for about 4 months now and have yet to gain any huge advantage. The only thing that has changed is my running style and no more shin splints.

07-16-2011, 02:47 PM	#12
Poowssnople Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 554 Senior Member	Well, Dave, The Army has officially banned the "toe shoes". It's not a health issue, it's a uniformity issue. No Army "leader" wants an unusual and uncontrollable variable in the formation. Is it better for the Soldier (Toe shoes)? Probably. [B]Does it detract from the daily routine that controls Soldiers? Uhhh; it DOES./B] The shoes in question will help the wearer to exceed the standards. It is unusual looking, though, so it is BANNED. I'm glad that I'm retired; I'm really sick of that bullshit. How does it detract soldiers from their daily routine? Do we not want to see individuals succeed on their PT test? I've been wearing them for about 4 months now and have yet to gain any huge advantage. The only thing that has changed is my running style and no more shin splints. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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