We are going to review CrossFit shoes, but are going to ignore all of the CrossFit shoes on the market. Tyr, Rad, Strike Mvmt, Adidas Dropset 2 & 3, the list goes on. No talk about barefoot shoes. The one powerlifting shoe was talked about for CrossFit. CrossFit shoes for Olympic weightlifting.
All those look far too narrow. Vivobarefoot Motus are my gotos. But been wearing barefoot shoes for years now, it’s nigh impossible to go back to “normal” shoes. Shoes that have support , foam , narrow toe boxes just feel like torture devices now.
Agree. I started wearing Xeros and now everything else feels like foot jail. Haven’t touched my Adipowers in years now, will probably never wear them again.
@@jonb5150 you’re not wrong about its measurement, friend, but sole measurement alone isn’t enough to qualify a cross-training shoe as “wide.” It’s only one piece of the puzzle. For example, look at the Allbirds Superlight Trainer. Their sole measurement is “wider” than other models but it’s one of the most narrow fitting trainers on the market. Upper volume/materials and insole thickness in relation to volume along with the last can play a huge role, too. Not to mention foot anatomy plays a HUGE role in this. A lot of cross-training shoes have a wider, more platform-like sole for stability purposes but still run and feel narrow. Ask any lifter with a 2E+ width foot what they think of the Metcon 8 (model shown) and you’ll typically get the same answer - they run narrow, and this isn’t to mention, this video didn’t even highlight the right Metcon discussed 🙄 The Metcon 9 does have more width to it and can accommodate feet up to 2E width, but they showed the Metcon 8 here…
@@garagegymreviewseverything they are comfortable and feel really good around the top of my foot because the laces tighten more evenly rather that creating a pressure point where you tie.
I really think hybrid shoes aren’t worth it. Especially if you have a home gym or do cardio on your off days. I would love to see both a lifting and an aerobic shoe video!
This is a pretty complicated topic. I advice that you include barefoot shoes and being actually barefoot. edit: maybe also include vibrams five fingers.
This is a horrible review, and you’re using the metcon 8 in your video not the 9. How about actually reviewing shoes instead of these paid advertisements
We are going to review CrossFit shoes, but are going to ignore all of the CrossFit shoes on the market. Tyr, Rad, Strike Mvmt, Adidas Dropset 2 & 3, the list goes on. No talk about barefoot shoes. The one powerlifting shoe was talked about for CrossFit. CrossFit shoes for Olympic weightlifting.
Like the topic. Purely weightlifting shoes although nice are very niche. Will be checking these out!
Reebok legacy lifters III worked well for me. Would be curious how well they work for your power lifting test team, long term durability, etc...
All those look far too narrow. Vivobarefoot Motus are my gotos. But been wearing barefoot shoes for years now, it’s nigh impossible to go back to “normal” shoes. Shoes that have support , foam , narrow toe boxes just feel like torture devices now.
Real. I use vibrams five fingers, but I hear you
Agree. I started wearing Xeros and now everything else feels like foot jail. Haven’t touched my Adipowers in years now, will probably never wear them again.
Strike Movement is the best!
How about the nike savaleos? I need heels for heavy squats but also shoes with which I can do box jumps or DU's.
Nike Metcons are NOT wide...
Especially the 8s which are what’s shown in this video 😂😂
Sure they are. The width of the sole itself is larger than most shoes in its class.
@@jonb5150 you’re not wrong about its measurement, friend, but sole measurement alone isn’t enough to qualify a cross-training shoe as “wide.” It’s only one piece of the puzzle.
For example, look at the Allbirds Superlight Trainer. Their sole measurement is “wider” than other models but it’s one of the most narrow fitting trainers on the market.
Upper volume/materials and insole thickness in relation to volume along with the last can play a huge role, too. Not to mention foot anatomy plays a HUGE role in this.
A lot of cross-training shoes have a wider, more platform-like sole for stability purposes but still run and feel narrow. Ask any lifter with a 2E+ width foot what they think of the Metcon 8 (model shown) and you’ll typically get the same answer - they run narrow, and this isn’t to mention, this video didn’t even highlight the right Metcon discussed 🙄
The Metcon 9 does have more width to it and can accommodate feet up to 2E width, but they showed the Metcon 8 here…
Saucony Guide any good?
Haven't tried them! - Linds
I like Under Armor Tribase Reign
What do you like about them? - Linds
@@garagegymreviewseverything they are comfortable and feel really good around the top of my foot because the laces tighten more evenly rather that creating a pressure point where you tie.
strike mvmnt haze trainer are the best.
What do you like about them? - Linds
@@garagegymreviewseverything minimal heel to toe drop. Foot feels locked in when laced up. Lots of room on the toe box. Stable!
I really think hybrid shoes aren’t worth it. Especially if you have a home gym or do cardio on your off days. I would love to see both a lifting and an aerobic shoe video!
This is a pretty complicated topic. I advice that you include barefoot shoes and being actually barefoot.
edit: maybe also include vibrams five fingers.
We are getting a lot of comments for barefoot shoes, I would love to get some in to test and review soon! - Linds
This is a horrible review, and you’re using the metcon 8 in your video not the 9. How about actually reviewing shoes instead of these paid advertisements
Tyr
She says metcon 9s but those are the 8s…
LOL