Shoe Reviews

Athlete pushing weight sled in the Nike Hybrid RN
Brand: Nike HYROX Shoe type: Hybrid
Justin Brewer 7 min read
Nike Hybrid RN Review

Nike Hybrid RN Review: A Running Shoe That Can Handle More Three workouts in, and I've got some thoughts on...

Nike Free Metcon 7 Review
Brand: Nike Shoe type: Trainer
Justin Brewer 3 min read
Nike Free Metcon 7 Review

If you’ve been wearing the Free Metcon 6, the 7 is going to feel super familiar but a bit more stable,...

STRIKE MVMNT Haze Trainer
Brand: Strike MVMNT Shoe type: Trainer
Drew Miller 9 min read
STRIKE MVMNT Haze Trainer
The Strike Movement Haze Trainer received high praise from Joel Te, a well-trusted shoe expert on Instagram and YouTube aka As Many Reviews As Possible). In 2021, he named the Haze Trainer as the #1 CrossFit shoe. Its exceptional versatility allows for running, heavy lifting, and travel, while maintaining comfort and style.
TYR CXT-3 Training Shoes (Black / Clear)
Brand: TYR Shoe type: Trainer
Justin Brewer 4 min read
TYR CXT-3 Trainer Review

Refined. Lighter. More locked in. Still built to work. After a full week of heavy squats, jerks, CrossFit-style metcons, sandbag carries,...

adidas Dropset 4 Power (Core Black / Gum)
Brand: adidas Shoe type: Trainer
Justin Brewer 4 min read
adidas Dropset 4 Review

After training in the adidas Dropset 4 this week, my biggest takeaway is how seamlessly it blends lightweight agility with exceptional stability. Most shoes that deliver this level of support tend to feel bulky and heavy, but the Dropset 4 Power is impressively lightweight while still maximizing stability - a clear testament to the adidas team’s thoughtful engineering and design. This is a true cross-training shoe built for people who lift, jump, and want to move fast.

R.A.D® ONE V2 (Green Gum)
Brand: R.A.D® Shoe type: Trainer
Justin Brewer 3 min read
R.A.D® ONE V2 Review

You know how most training shoes make you choose, either they’re solid under a heavy barbell but feel clunky for conditioning, or they’re flexible for running and jumps but leave you unstable when lifting? The R.A.D® ONE V2 breaks that mold.

Side view of the Nike Metcon 10 in White / Gum
Brand: Nike Shoe type: Trainer
Justin Brewer 3 min read
Nike Metcon 10 Review

The Metcon 10 feels like Nike finally struck the right balance between structure and comfort. There’s solid stability in the heel and midfoot, but the addition of ReactX foam makes it noticeably more cushioned than the Metcon 9. It still delivers that classic Metcon feel just with more versatility and comfort during fast-paced workouts. 

Viktos Core™ Containment (Reentry)
Brand: Viktos Shoe type: Trainer
Box Basics 2 min read
Viktos Core™ Containment Review

Designed by U.S. veterans, this no-frills trainer brings an authentic, rugged edge to the performance space. From the first wear, it’s clear this shoe was made to go hard—whether you're hammering through a Hero WOD, HIIT, strength circuits, or just racking up steps on a busy day.

Athlete strapping on the Strike MVMNT EZ Lifter
Brand: Strike MVMNT Shoe type: Lifter
Justin Brewer 2 min read
Strike MVMNT EZ Lifter

If you want a lifter that actually feels good outside the squat rack too, check out the EZ Lifter from Strike MVMNT. It’s super stable, surprisingly light, and has that sleek trainer feel—kind of like if the Haze Trainer bulked up and got serious about leg day.