New Nike Free x Metcon 2 Colorway for Women – Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple

January 12, 2020 clothesadmin CrossFit Shoes Comments Off on New Nike Free x Metcon 2 Colorway for Women – Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
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Let’s celebrate the launch of a new color combo of the Nike Free x Metcon 2 in Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple.

This is a women’s variation of this great cross trainer.

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Womens Trainer - Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
The Nike Free x Metcon 2 combines two things – the Nike Metcon line and the Nike Free Running line – to make a unique cross trainer that is super-versatile.

Why do we love the Free x Metcon 2?

That’s what we’ll talk about here – while we show you the great looks of this new shoe.

The Nike Free x Metcon 2 is good for boot camps and strength training.

Why is that?

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Womens Trainer - Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
The Nike Free x Metcon 2 looks radically different from the other shoes in the Metcon line – that’s because it is a unique beast – and one of our absolute favorites.

It’s a crossover between the Metcon line and the Free running line from Nike.

You get a great midsole and outsole for running.

The “Free” line is meant to better replicate the bare foot running experience.

And it does that by providing a lightweight, cushioned sole – but not with too much cushion – as your bare foot running isn’t like running on a pillow!

Here’s the “outsole” – or more simply – the sole.

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Womens Trainer - Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
See those hexagonal blocks? That lets the shoe sole flex along both it’s length and width – just like your barefoot does. And the flex grooves in this shoe are DEEP – so you get a maximum of flexibility.

See those hexagonal (6-sided) foam blocks?

Those mean that the sole can flex along it’s width AND length.

Just like your foot will do while running.

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Womens Trainer - Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
See those "slices" along the forefoot? That’s the super-deep siping that makes this shoe crazy flexible. You can also see the TPU midfoot strap (integrated with the laces) and the rope wrap area – where the durable outsole wraps up around the sides for excellent rope climb traction and durability.

Secondly the “siping” is deep – and that means maximum flexibility everywhere in this shoe.

Combine that with a nice wide fit and feel – check out the width of that toexbox!

Your foot needs to splay out like it would do in a barefoot situation – and the Nike Free x Metcon 2 doesn’t inhibit that natural tendency.

You can also see the durable TPU strap near the mid-foot.

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Womens Trainer - Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
These are some of the widest shoes in the Metcon line – and that means your toes can splay out like they are meant to do. Remember – we’re trying to run like we are barefoot with these.

It is integrated with the laces so that when you tighten them up – the whole fit and feel of the shoe is locked in.

And let me tell you – these are VERY comfortable shoes.

It should be noted they tend to be a little on the noisy side though.

The drop-in insole tends to rub on the midsole and make sound.

But these aren’t shoes made for sitting around in a quiet library – these are meant for use in the CrossFit box, in the gym, or at the running track.

So a little noise isn’t a problem – if we get the performance we need.

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Womens Trainer - Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
Pull tabs on the heel make these sock-like fitting shoes a breeze to put on. They are crazy comfortable.

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Womens Trainer - Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
Here’s a closeup of the rope wrap area at the midfoot. That gum colored rubber is tough as nails – and high traction as well.

Highlights:

  • Lightweight construction is flexible and breathable.
  • Inner sleeve creates a snug, sock-like fit.
  • Durable strap integrates with the laces to wrap your heel and midfoot for support.
  • Rubber wraps up the sides of the midfoot for extra grip during rope climbs.
  • Foam sole with deep grooves flexes and expands for cushioning and natural movement.
  • Rubber tread in high-wear areas gives you durable traction.
  • Shown: Valerian Blue/Photon Dust/Black/Vivid Purple
  • Style: CD8526-446

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Cross Training Shoe

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Cross Training Shoe

Nike Free x Metcon 2 Cross Training Shoe

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