I emailed them and asked and this is the reply I got:
All FiveFingers are manufactured in Southern China.
Stephond Goler
Customer Service Representative | Team Leader
Yes, depending on the particular model most Vibram Five Fingers can be used for water sports. If you are unsure if your model can be considered "water shoes",
Search for Vibram five fingers and go to the official website to learn more about the shoes. There you will be able to learn more about the shoes and decide if you want to purchase them.
Some alternative options to Vibram Five Fingers shoes include minimalist running shoes like Merrell Trail Glove, Xero Shoes, and New Balance Minimus.
Personally, I think one pair of vibram five fingers are always comfortable.
Vibram Five Fingers has a great website where one could purchase Vibram shoes. The best bet would be to browse the many selections that are listed on the website.
Vibram Five fingers shoes are really an awsome shoes launched by the company for runners. Foots of the runners while running are pretty much relax which is helpful in getting more stamina.
Vibram Five Fingers can be found at most shoe, athletic, or outdoor gear retail stores.
On average, a pair of Vibram Five Fingers will weigh 13.4 oz.
Some alternative options to Vibram Five Fingers for minimalist footwear include Xero Shoes, Merrell Trail Glove, and Vivobarefoot. These brands offer similar barefoot-style shoes that provide a minimalist feel and natural foot movement.
Vibram Five Fingers is the name brand of the, "toe shoes" which can be found at: http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/index.htm Another good resource for similar shoes is: http://barefootrunningshoes.org/
The Vibram Five Finger website, or your local shoe/outdoor gear retailer.
Vibram Five-fingers Running Shoes can be purchased at many sites on the Internet. Some sites such as http://gearjunkie.com offers these shoes at a 10% discount for individuals who are members.