You want a shoe that is close to barefoot so that you can actualize those benefits.  But, you don't want your toes spread apart and you don't want to run in the cold cruel world completely barefoot.  VIVOBAREFOOT is the solution.  You'll find a line of shoes that is the next best thing to barefoot.  The puncture resistant soles form to your feet and create an environment where you feet can communicate with the ground, without screaming.