Nano X1 Vegan
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Nano X1 Vegan

Let’s review the new Nano X1 Vegan from Reebok. To celebrate Earth Month, the Nano X1, Reebok’s ultimate training shoe, gets a sustainable transformation with the release of the all-new Nano X1 Vegan. It still carries the wearability, comfort, and versatility Nano X1 is known for, but now carries an animal-free, USDA Certified Biobased Product highlighting a minimum of 40% bio-based materials. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Nano X1 – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out these videos from our YouTube channel. NOTE: These videos feature other versions of the Reebok Nano X1 – but the performance features are all the same. This video talks about the performance features of the Nano X1: This video compares the Nano X1 with the Grit upper to the Nano X1 with the Knit upper: Lastly, we test this shoe side by side with the Nano X – A classic CrossFit shoe. Let’s talk more about the new colors. Nano X1 Vegan – Overview The Nano X1 Vegan is made [Read more …]

Nike Savaleos Weightlifting Shoe Review
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Nike Savaleos Weightlifting Shoe Review

Let’s review the new weightlifting shoe from Nike – the Savaleos. Nike launched latest weightlifting shoe on April 1st and we’ve now done our full review. Previous Nike weightlifting shoes were solely used for weightlifting, whereas Savaleos connects cross-training and weightlifting. This means you can use it in doing burpees and then head straight to deadlifts without changing your shoes. (Or so Nike claims) What’s the verdict? Read on to find out. Here are some of the styles that are available now: Let’s take a look at this new shoe. Nike Savaleos – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: What’s the bottom line? This shoe is great! It’s more affordable (as compared to the Romaleos) but still gets the job done. Overall it feels less clunky because it has slightly less heel raise (but still enough), it’s lighter, and it even has a tiny bit more cushion. Nike Savaleos – Overview In some ways, the Savaleos is comparable to the Nike Romaleos line as they are [Read more …]

GORUCK Events
Rucking

GORUCK Events

Let’s take a look at GORUCK Events. What are GORUCK events? GORUCK events give you an opportunity to challenge yourself, physically and mentally. There’s events that provide advanced training too. GORUCK is more than making the best and the toughest rucking gear. They are also into empowering real-world communities in service to something greater than themselves through grueling training, GORUCK Clubs, and tough physical challenges. GORUCK offers many different event types. Here’s some of the events we are going to look at: Let’s look at each event type in detail. GORUCK Events – Overview First, some terminology. Ruck is short for rucksack, which is military slang for a backpack. Why such an endless focus on the rucksack and rucking? Rucking is the foundation of Special Forces physical training, and it requires going the distance and carrying your gear with you. That’s the number one way to move troops in the military. It’s a great workout too. It’s a low-impact activity that can be done by a broad range of trainees – and it’s super practical too. GORUCK is into promoting [Read more …]

UA TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe Review
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UA TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe Review

Let’s review the new TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe from Under Armour. The Under Armour TriBase Reign is UA’s first committed cross-training and functional fitness shoe. It is made of quality materials that can survive grueling workouts. It is a very competent training shoe that will help you keep up in the training game. A year after the launch of the TriBase Reign 2, UA now introduces TriBase Reign 3. Let’s see what the upgrades are from the former. Here are some of the styles that are available now: Let’s take a look. TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel. Our side-by-side testing is complete, here’s our video review: TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoe – Overview Here’s the summary – this is a minor revision to last year’s shoe. The upper is new, the heel counter is tweaked, but otherwise, it’s the same outsole, midsole, and overall shape and size. As such, that’s OK – because this is a good CrossFit [Read more …]

Nike React Metcon Turbo Women’s Training Shoe
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Nike React Metcon Turbo Women’s Training Shoe

Let’s review the new Nike React Metcon Turbo Women’s Training Shoe from Nike. Whether you are going for a walk, going to the office or running, a lightweight pair of shoes can give a huge difference. Lightweight shoes are not only comfortable to wear. They also provide breathability, the right support, sleek style, and make your feet happy. Having lightweight shoes also means you can move faster and do more things without exerting too much effort. Nike React Metcon Turbo Women’s Training Shoe is all about being light and fast. And not just light. Super light! Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike React Metcon Turbo Women’s Training Shoe – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Overall, I’m liking this shoe – in fact, I think it’s better than the Metcon 6. Nike React Metcon Turbo Women’s Training Shoe – Overview Nike React Metcon Turbo is Nike’s latest and most innovative Metcon to date. Nike has a mindset of less is [Read more …]

Reebok Nano X1 Grit Training Shoe Review
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Reebok Nano X1 Grit Training Shoe Review

The new Reebok Nano X1 Grit Training Shoe has arrived. This is the 11th version of Reebok’s Nano cross-training shoe. It’s no longer hyper-focused on CrossFit, but rather it is now a more well-rounded fitness shoe – the shoe of fitness is what Reebok is calling it. There’s two different uppers available – one that is knit and one that is “Grit” – meaning a tougher upper. We’re going to laser-focus in on the Grit version of the shoe in this review. Here’s some of the styles that are available now: Let’s take a look. Reebok Nano X1 Grit Training Shoe Review – Video from our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: The video above compares the shoe to the Nano X – its predecessor. Nano X1 Grit Sizing Looking for sizing advice? The Nano X1 runs true to size, with a nice, wide toe box that is nearly unchanged from the Nano X. Visually there’s a small difference because the outsole is wider in the X. I explain in-depth [Read more …]

Nike ZoomX SuperRep Surge Workout Shoe Review
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Nike ZoomX SuperRep Surge Workout Shoe Review

Let’s review the new Nike ZoomX SuperRep Surge from Nike. Get a surge of cushioning, breathability, performance, and responsiveness with the Nike ZoomX SuperRep Surge Workout Shoe. From strength training to the treadmill to the rowing machine, you gain the receptive cushioning of Nike ZoomX foam and containment comfort from an arc on the side to keep you forward of the curve. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike ZoomX SuperRep Surge – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Nike ZoomX SuperRep Surge – How Well Does It Work? Think of this shoe as a running shoe. It’s using ZoomX foam, and lots of it, and has a 10mm heel to toe drop (or offset). Weight is middle of the road at 12.2 ounces (US Men’s Size 11) – that’s typical for a running shoe with a lot of foam cushion. Can you run in these? Yes. Nike stresses these are great for the treadmill, rower, and other indoor workouts, [Read more …]

Nike React Metcon Turbo Training Shoe Review
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Nike React Metcon Turbo Training Shoe Review

Let’s take a look at the new Nike React Metcon Turbo from Nike. It’s available now from Road Runner Sports, and others. Our review pair has arrived – and we’ve done our initial testing. Nike’s first version of a React Metcon shoe was an interesting experiment. It featured a number of innovations such as a “Forged FlyKnit” upper, quick lace system, and a removable midsole based on React foam, rather than Nike’s normal dual-density foam. Did it all work? No – not in my opinion. The Forged Flyknit was bulky and uncomfortable, the quick lace system was a flop, and to top it all off, it was adorned with ostentatious NIKE text. I’m happy to say Nike has fixed all those issues with the new Nike React Metcon Turbo training shoe. Here’s some of the styles that are available now: Let’s take a look. Nike React Metcon Turbo Review – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Overall, I’m liking this shoe – in fact, I think [Read more …]

Reebok Nano X1 Training Shoe Review
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Reebok Nano X1 Training Shoe Review

Let’s review the new Reebok Nano X1 Training Shoe from Reebok. Reebok is upping their training shoe game with the launch of the Reebok Nano X1 Training shoe. How does this shoe compare to the Reebok Nano X? Can we use this shoe for the CrossFit WOD? That’s what we’ll cover in this review. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: Let’s take a look at this new training shoe. Reebok Nano X1 Training Shoe Review – Video from our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Nano X1 Sizing The sizing with the Reebok Nano X1 is same as the Nano X – as far as I can tell. I am happy with my normal shoe size of US Men’s 11. It’s long enough and plenty wide in the toebox. The Nano X LOOKS wider – because the outsole has more width to it. But, the internal space for your toes is about the same. This video explains in depth: I’d recommend you order the same [Read more …]

Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2 Shoe Review
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Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2 Shoe Review

Let’s review the new Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2 from Nike. It is a must to have soft, resilient, lightweight, and durable shoes in the world of running. The good news is Nike innovated a fine-tuned blend of biomechanical efficiency and cushioning, and an advance from traditional motion-control designs with the Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2. It has a modernized Flyknit upper to increase more power and comfort in the toe, eye-stay, and foxing, and with more breathability in areas like the vamp and the midfoot. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2 – Video Review on our YouTube Channel Why read when you can watch? Check out this video from our YouTube channel: Coming soon! While we wait, check out our original React Infinity Run review. Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2 – Overview Nike runners can easily spot the updates to the second edition of this shoe in the knit upper. The lacing system is now fastened with Nike’s Flywire system for a locked-down feel. [Read more …]