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CrossFit athletes know no two days are alike. The sport asks a lot of you \u2014 and your shoes. <\/strong>With activities ranging from heavy deadlifts and Olympic weightlifting to gymnastics and distance running, it\u2019s no surprise that finding the best CrossFit shoes can be a challenge.<\/p>\n We researched and tested the most popular CrossFit & cross-training shoes on the market \u2014 shoes you can run, jump, lift, row, ride, climb, carry, and rage in. Our lead tester, Paul Mandell, is an experienced CrossFit coach who puts each shoe through its paces as he demonstrates exercises and techniques to classes and clients on a daily basis. Our Affiliate Managing Editor, Billy Brown, is a CFL2 CrossFit coach and competitive powerlifter who has burned through hundreds of shoes over the course of his career. <\/p>\n They evaluate each model to highlight its specific strengths and shortcomings and make recommendations based on the versatile needs of folks who are exclusively doing CrossFit, as well as those who are practicing stricter lifts and conditioning. After much sweat, some blood, and maybe a few tears, we are proud to present our list of the best CrossFit shoes for 2024.<\/p>\n Check out our comprehensive Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/strong><\/a> and Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/a> sections for helpful tips, and have a look at our Comparison Chart<\/strong><\/a> to steer your decision-making.<\/p>\n Editor’s Note: For our March 26, 2024 update, we added several notable new shoes, including the Born Primitive Savage 1<\/a>, a lightweight all-around performer that earned our top nod, the TYR CXT-1 Trainer<\/a>, which is a high-profile performer, and the lifting-friendly Reebok Nano X4<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLightweight<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBreathable<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStable<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGood runner<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGood lifter<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tShort laces and tongue<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Normally, it takes a few iterations for a company to get CrossFit shoes dialed. Luckily for us, Born Primitive knocked it out of the park with its first attempt, the Savage 1<\/a><\/strong> ($130). The Savage 1 took home the \u201cbest of\u201d award for CrossFit shoes this year because it excelled at all things CrossFit while being one of the lightest and most comfortable shoes on our list. We tried it for months across every modality from Olympic lifting to mile-long runs, and it never failed to impress.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The Savage 1 has a super breathable textile upper with a wide toe box and laminate overlays for support and added durability. The wide toebox and structure provided a comfortable fit, and the laminate upper kept the foot right where it belonged throughout our workouts.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n While many shoes boast about their dual-density midsoles, the Savage 1 was the first shoe that we tried that truly provided excellent stability during lifts like the clean & jerk and snatch, but was flexible enough to be comfortable during box jumps and burpees. Our tester noted that while his feet generally hurt during most WODs, they never ached in the Savage 1.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n That alone would be enough to put these shoes near the top of our list, but these shoes also run very well for an all-around training shoe \u2014 heads and shoulders above the Metcon 5<\/a><\/strong>, Nano X4<\/a><\/strong>, or the NOBULL Trainer+<\/a><\/strong>. They\u2019re not full-on running shoes, so we won\u2019t be running any half-marathons in them, but for runs of a mile or less, they were responsive and provided just enough cushioning.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n We did find the laces to be a bit short, but the rounded profile prevented them from coming undone during inopportune times like during double-unders or sprints to beat the time cap.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Bottom line \u2014 our tester found himself wearing these shoes to the gym more than any other shoe, both for his own training and while coaching. Are they a full-fledged lifter? Certainly not. Nor are they a bonafide runner. But if you just want one pair of shoes that you can do any workout in, anytime, while looking and feeling good \u2014 the Born Primitive Savage 1<\/a><\/strong> is your shoe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tComfortable<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStylish<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGood support<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNot a great runner<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n For our latest testing round, we looked at a different Nike Metcon \u2014 the Free 5<\/a><\/strong>. We thought that it was a significantly better all-rounder than the Metcon 8 because it runs much better and its lifting prowess is just about on par with the Metcon 8, making it a better all-around shoe for variable training conditions (i.e. CrossFit).<\/p>\n<\/p>\n At $120, this iteration of the Metcon is cheaper than the other one, and we think it looks better, too. The mesh upper is very comfortable and breathes well, and the toe box is nice and wide \u2014 a huge upside for our tester, who has wide feet. Much like the Metcon 8, the heel on the Free 5 is still huge, boxy, and clunky feeling, but overall, this shoe feels much more lightweight and dare we say\u2026 agile. Running, jumping, and cutting are much better in this shoe than in the Metcon 8, thanks to its lighter and more flexible sole, but it’s still not a dedicated runner.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n In the weight room, we thought the Free 5 was a decent shoe for squatting, but due to its drop, we wouldn’t suggest wearing it for your heavy deadlift days. Folks in the know will tell you that barefoot is the way to go for heavy deads \u2014 or find yourself a true minimalist shoe like the Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Those of you in the CrossFit camp will no doubt be wondering how it does as an Oly shoe, and the answer here is, \u201cThey\u2019re okay.\u201d If your programming for the day involves smashing out round after round of cleans or snatches for time, you\u2019ll likely get along just fine with the Free 5. But if you\u2019re in a dedicated Olympic cycle and the name of the game is technique work and big weights, you’d be better served with a dedicated lifter like the adi-power shoes on this list.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n On the whole, the Free 5 does a great job of providing support and cushioning without feeling spongy or unstable. The heel does well cradling your foot, and the drop will put most people in a good position to squat full range. The Free 5<\/strong> <\/a>passes the test during lunges, box jumps, and push presses, and they\u2019ll happily bang out a mile or two run in comfort if that’s what Coach says you\u2019re doing today. If you\u2019re in the market for a new CrossFit shoe and you\u2019ve been curious about the Metcon line, we\u2019d suggest taking a second look at the Free Metcon 5.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\nThe Best CrossFit Shoes of 2024<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBorn Primitive Savage 1\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4mm<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWide<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t250g<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNike Free Metcon 5\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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