Reebok Men's Crossfit Lite LO TR Training Shoe

The best powerlifting shoes ever made. Better than Metal's given the price.Reviews complain about the appearance but the shoes are foot shaped, like Altra running shoes.That is excellent.Some complain about the tightness over the foot but that helps due to a lack of metatarsal strap. Gives feedback to keep the foot down and helps to do so.The sticky effect (huge benefit) isnt really from the suction cup tread but the difference in firmness between the edges of the sole and the center. That creates a grabbing effect with the floor.Where Chuck Taylors arent great for running (despite being the same sole as minimalist shoes) due to a rubber toe and no room for the foot to expand, these have corrected the shortcomings, making them much more versatile.Materials are top notch. Fit is great if you actually know your true shoe size. Laces tighten consistently. Flexibility is noticeable despite the firm sole. The low top is a better option than high tops given zero need for ankle stability, especially if one combines slow and fast lifts.

I would have given these 5 stars if they were advertised as fashion sneakers. Unfortunately I boughtthem for a combination cross fit and cardio (think P90x) training. The wide forefoot makes them about as agile as a swim fin. That being said for any of the lifting or balancing core work they are tremendous. These are well made very attractive and super comfortable, but not a training shoe I would ever choose. That being said I kept them since they are so great looking for casual wear.On an aside after an hour of intense working out they also get very hot due to the material choices. Not a badthing because I am certain they will hold up for those grueling sessions if needed. Be advised very wide stable fore foot low profile shoe, and while it is a wide shoe I would consider it a low volume shoe, if you have a high instep there is little room between tongue and toe box.

Overall:These shoes are FLAT with a very small rise to the heel. These are powerlifting shoes (I wear them for squats and deadlifts) but I could see them becoming daily shoes for people who like Chucks but want an updated design. I'm on the verge of ordering several pairs for daily wear to keep these clean for the gym.My Reebok Crossfit Lite TR (7 Mens) compared to my Converse Chucks (7.5 Mens):Reeboks shoes have a wider toe area that doesn't squish my foot.Reebok's heel is skinnier and has more support (thicker material).Reebok has a padded tongue so you can go looser with the laces and they don't want to flop off.Reebok has "proper length" laces compared to Chucks where I'm double-knotting just so they don't drag on the ground.I also have a 7.5 pair of Reebok Lite TR high tops but they are too long. Turns out the extra .5 size in Chucks I wear is specifically to get the extra width I need. No worries, the 7.5 Reeboks are in the closet until winter when thicker socks can take up the slack.UPDATE: I bought a size 7.5 in the low top and they fit perfectly. Maybe the high tops I got were over-sized... Either way, I wear these as everyday shoes now.

Good shoes for working out. They have a nice wide toe box which allows the foot to expand while squatting, dead lifting or similar such exercises.They are comfortable and light, but not much of an arch support. I ordered the tan and brown color scheme, and do wish to let others know that the material of these shoes really picks up dirt and holds it. I've only started using them within the last couple months and they look much older. If that's an issue for you, now you know. It does not bother me much as I don't care too much what I look like when working out.

It is not often that I rave about a product, but this one deserves it, especially at this price point. They performed quite well through back squats, deadlifts, and an entire leg day feeling comfortable while also giving all the support necessary to do big lifts. And I have used Chucks and wrestling shoes before; these were better. I liked them enough that I am considering ordering a second pair to use as regular shoes.The size was just a bit smaller than I am used to getting as far as toe room. But I kept them anyway, as they will loosen up with age, and I fear a 1/2 larger would be too large. But if you are on the border between two sizes, I would recommend the larger one.

Great shoe for what I use for, which is weight training. I have not been a big Reebok enthusiast in the past. It says crossfit but I don't think they would be good for fast movement such as aerobics or especially running. Good for walking around the gym or walking period. Nice and roomy. Besides that, they are stylish. Unsure about arch support. I've never had a problem with arches, so I never pay much attention. They respond well to different positions. I did calf raises today and they were not stiff. I think I made a good investment for what I will use them for.

I wear minimalist shoes any time but I can I am a carpenter. I got these initially for strongman style workouts, but I honestly still prefer minimalist shoes for that, though these work well too. These shoes have become my main work shoes. I have steel toed boots in my truck for when I need them, but I primarily do finish work and these are great for that. They protect my foot well, slide on and off easily for when I'm on a fresh floor finish, and they have great traction on roofs and such. They also are non marking sole, which is great. They've proven to hold up very well. Longest lasting work shoes I've had.