The all-new Nike Metcon 9 has dropped, and folks in the training shoe scene were pretty stoked about it. We knew it was going to get a serious makeover, and boy, did it deliver! One of the first things you notice when you put the shoe on is a wider toe box...
The Nike Free Metcon 5 recently hit the market, and my initial impression is that these shoes are incredibly comfortable right out of the box. They've made a few notable improvements from the previous model.While the midsole and outsole of the Free Metcon 5 feel quite similar to the previous iteration (the Free Metcon 4), the main difference you'll notice is in the upper. Nike seems to have made some tweaks to the mesh, as it feels even more stretchy and breathable. Although the shoe still fits like a sock, it doesn't feel as tight as its predecessor. Additionally, the.....
This year I was looking to replace my old 2017 Reebok lifters. They've certainly taken a beating over the years. I wanted to try something new and with all the recent hype and attention on the new TYR L-1 Lifters and their anatomical design (i.e. wider toe box), I decided to try these out and test it for myself...
I've put the Reebok Nano X3 to the test for awhile now and I have to say that Reebok has built a shoe that is very well-balanced. They are surprisingly nimble and flexible enough to run and move fast...