Those are legit. I have a pair of converse that I wear for deads and squats. They're not chucks, but they're similar. Just a little more sturdier all around. I'm just always a bit weary about buying used shoes on ebay, but hey, to each their own, haha.
Yea well I only had a certain amount of money after gettin juiced aminos + rage xl (first time trying this combo) Either way, they're not in bad shape and they don't stink lol. Plus, i like that the ankles are supported with these.
I was wondering if anyone has had any luck with Nike Blazer Mids for squatting in? The heel looks like it has extra support over the Chucks and the bits on the sides of the toe box that usually split with the Converse also have reinforced material added. Cheers.
Never have. But I could see that. Basically an old school leather basketball shoe.
I like training legs in basketball shoes. And anything else the footwear is largely irrelevant. Except for deads, where I definitely prefer wrestling shoes.
As for Chuck Taylors, I don't like them at all. Least athletic shoe in existence. And they don't look good either.
When it comes to the Reebok Crossfit shoes or the really expensive Nike or Adidas squat shoes, I feel like you best be the man if you're going to rock those. Like when I was a kid, if you came to play in fresh kicks and a Jordan jersey, you better bring some fucking game or you're going to get embarrassed and ran off the court.
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When I am choosing footwear, it depends on wht I'm doing (especially in the gym). Boots, Chucks, and Jordans are all used, but on different days of my routine.
Originally Posted by jrh0341
Figured I'd get this old question rolling. I've tried many options, but if I had to rank them in order
1. Adidas powerlift 2.0
2. VFF Komodo sports
3. Combat Boots
4. And1 Hi-tops
5. Chucks
6. hot coals and thumb tacks sprinkled over broken glass
7. running shoes.
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Adidas powerlift 2.0
LOVE THESE. LOVE.
The good: Solid, firm heel, perfect angle, decent price (90$ max). Pretty much everything good you hear about a strength shoe. I was going to get the adipowers, but for half the price, this did the job.
Downside: None that I know of. Disclaimer- this is my first true strength shoe, so everything good I think about these could just as easily be said about rogue, or do-win or another brand.
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VFF Komodosports
Yeah, the wacky toe shoes.
I like them overall.
Upside: Light, comfortable. Firm footing (since there is no real cushion to speak of). Natural feel.
Downside: Yes, they look weird, and yes people will look AT you weird. They might also be redundant since gyms are beginning to allow lifting in sock feet now. Granted, for calf work I do like these over just socks. Maybe I'm a little tenderfooted P***. who knows? Oh, additional downside, you have to toss these in the washing machine more often than regular shoes, because they will get stinky.
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Combat Boots:
Not these
but THESE
Upside: Great support. Solid thick firm sole. Plenty of ankle support.
Downside: your feet get pretty hot. If you're actually military great, you already own these. If you're a civilian, these aren't cheap. For the money you might as well just buy real lifting shoes.
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And1 hi-tops.
I picked these up once for 25$ off a clearance rack, just looking for a minimal heel to lift in. This could just as well be any simple cheap bball shoe. (what do you think chucks used to be?)
Upside: flat firm heel, some ankle support, cheap.
downside: None really. Lacks the upside of some of the other options, but nothing "bad" about them either.
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Chucks:
Pretty much same as above, except more expensive and IMO less snug, clunkier sole.
The broken glass and stuff.
Upside. You aren't lifting in running shoes. Yeah, that's me trying to explain how much I hate the idea of trying to do lower body work in running shoes. Seriously. Don't.
Downside: Someone has to sweep up all this glass.
I just recently started rocking some adidas powerlift 2s for squat and bench. Deadlifts are in just socks...all my other shoes are some kind of cushioned running shoe that I wear for work because I walk around on concrete floors all day
Black and White Chucks....
Flip Flops the rest of the time!!!!
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I like the New Balance Boston style for running
I love training barefoot
I have the original Nano's for the gym (functional movements, kettlebells, etc)
I bought the Crossfit Oly's because, well, because they look like my SpotBilts that I had back in the day, my cousin guessed that right away without even SEEING the shoes.
Work is always slip resistant shoes. they really do make a difference