3:18 notice your neck angle before the eccentric and then at the bottom when your hip drive kicks in. Coach Rip says look at the floor 3-5 feet ahead of you. Try it, it'll feel smoother.
@@thatfitfriend he's my idol. I'm still lifting after a care wreck that would have disemboweled me if I hadn't progressively strengthened myself with the barbell
I just got this shoes got half size up and they fit well in toe box , ordered adidas adipower4 and they were to tight in tow box even with half size up. Got them on sale for $124. Black color
@@thatfitfriend wow thank you! I appreciate it. Would it be okay to deadlift in slippers, vapor gloves, xeros, or should I invest in the Reebok Power Lite Mid (which I have but could still return)? I have flat and semi wide feet. My gym is okay with me going barefoot too. Basically starting again from a two year long hiatus.
@@abdielmata any of those work and if you want to save for the time being, then barefoot would be the most cost efficient. Then, as you get more and more back into training or if you ever want to compete, then you could invest in a pair of shoes/slippers for training/comp purposes!
Hi Jake! Really love your content. I'm currently thinking about buying legacy 2 at the end of 2023. Do you think is it a good idea? Or there is a better models at the market?
Yo Jake! Sick video man, thanks for the shout out. Do you happen to know what exactly is the stability plate? I see the legend on the outsole but i haven't really found anything specifically about this, i feel so grounded I'm starting to think it has a magnet hahaha
Thank you! I'm going to assume it's the TPU layer Reebok uses in this model. I'm also curious to see how far that TPU extends past the heel/mid-foot and if its reaches the toe area!
Thanks for the review! I'm going to buy a pair when I reach my first weight loss goal of reaching 100kg (220pounds), a bit under 3kg (6,6pounds) to go :)
@@thatfitfriend Quick check in for people that are considering to get theses shoes: They feel a bit more snug around my toes then the Reebok Nano X2's. I do not mind that because of the stability it provides, if I would order a size up I think the shoe would not fit as perfectly around the rest of my feet anymore! It took some getting used to because I have wider feet (that is why i went with the Nano's, ZERO regrets, most comfortable shoe I tried) but the shoes assist so natural if that makes sense. I did put on my shoes and got used to them in like 3 sets. For someone that still is in doubt: Get them! You won't regret it! Thanks again for the review Jake, it really helped. Now I am off to 90kg before NYE :)
It is good shoe. Toe box feels way better after brake in. The little white nub on the bottom soles; put the shoe on and lean forward; you can feel it. The way the shoe laces lockdown is nice. Pull lace tight, Velcro, then tie. Sorry for the long comment. I should’ve just done a review lol.
Haha, no I like the analysis. I wish more viewers would share thoughts like this on reviews - it helps add depth to the content from other opinions and views!
Thank you! Absolutely and a lot of their usage depends on the context/your goals with your movement, I love using lifters specifically for driving quad-focused adaptations. The elevated heel can be fantastic for focusing on tracking the knees further over the toes!
Hey Jake, thanks for sharing your experience, great review as usual. I am currently looking for my first oly shoes. Based on some of your old reviews, there are 3 models i am thinking of. Adidas adipower 1/2, Romaleos 4 or Reebok Legacy lifter 2. I want to use them for Oly lifting sessions and strength training. I am quite tall 6’2 with wider feet. Which shoe do you recommend? Design wise, I like the Reebok lifters the most but look is not going to help with lifting. THX 🙏🏻
Thank you! I’d say go Legscy Lifter 2 in this case. Rom 4 = too narrow, Adipower models are pretty good, but given the options I’d say Legacy Lifter 2 or if you can find the Adipower 1 that model as well. Haha, true…but…you know the old saying, look good, feel good, lift good 😂
Boy, you really had to reach for the negatives. LOL I would posit that they would not be ideal to swim in as well. Excellent aesthetics, the shoe is beautiful. It appears that you could take the velcro off from the arch side of the shoe in order to tie them easier. If you are buying a lifter to be versatile, well your not really buying a lifter. On another topic, why would you not wash crossfit shoes in the washer? I have a front loading washer and have experienced no problems. That being said, I would not wash lifters in the washer. Well, unless I bought "versatile" lifters then maybe. LOL Thank you for the excellent review.
Hahaha, definitely not a great model for swimming, also, rock climbing! My thoughts exactly on the versatile aspect. I will never get behind telling an athlete to rock their lifters through a full workout with things like jumps, etc....makes absolutely no sense from a performance POV. This is looking to you, Savaleos... Yeah, it's tough to find drawbacks sometimes for some models, but there are always some that I hear through the grapevine and try to include. I always say handwash trainers just to be safe. It's not like you "can't" put them in a washer, but I always worry about knit models specifically with washers for durability purposes. It's more of a better safe than sorry style of rec from me personally! Yeah, lifters in a washer = a no no.
@@abadran8174 welcome! I’ve been playing with it, I’ve found a sweet spot just before I lose a lot of surface area. Def think they can improve on this in the next model! :)
@@abadran8174 damn, great question! Honestly..you really can’t go wrong with either which makes the decision easier if you’re up for both. Imo, I’d say look for the best deal 👀
Hey man, I love your shoe reviews, been watching a ton of them lately, trying to choose a pair weightlifting shoes to purchase, if you don't mind me asking, how does the toebox and overall fit on these compare to the Metcon 6 (my current trainers)? thanks a lot in advance, keep up fhe good content :)
Similar, but the Metcon 6 has a tinnnnyyyy bit more width at the base of the forefoot! IMO, if the 6s fit you comfortably, you'll likely be fine with the Legacy Lifter II!
@@thatfitfriend thanks Jake, I just ordered them! I'm glad I chose these over the Romaleos 4, since those seem to be really narrow in the toe box which I don't like!
@@thatfitfriend Hey Jake, updates here: the shoes feel awesome, I've had a couple leg training sessions and I can feel a big difference already. They came in slightly scratched on the outsoles but it doesn't bother me that much. Most importantly the toe box seems great and I have no knee valgus whatsoever with these shoes, thanks again for the reviews and recommendation!
Hi Jake, many thanks for your thorough review! I own a pair of the classic Reebok CrossFit Lifter Plus 2.0 and they fit perfectly. Do you know, if the legacy lifter have the same size as the lifter plus 2.0? Because from what I noticed, the size of the Nanos for example changed. The X1 nanos are a bit bigger than the 8s. Many many thanks in advance!
Heyo - thank you (wanted to wait to reply so I could get home and compare their sizing side-by-side for ya)! Size them the same, length and width they're pretty similar. The only difference is the Lifter 2.0 have more upper volume through the forefoot, which may make them Legacy Lifter 2.0 feel a bit more snug during the break-in process. Shoot me a DM on IG if you want a side by side comparison vid before investing. Don't mind sending one!
@@thatfitfriend thank you so much! That really helped with my decision. I had the opportunity to order the Legay Lifter II for 150$ so I did now. Can’t wait to put them to the test. I’ve used the Lifter 2.0 for 5+ years and recently did all weightlifting in my Froning X1s because the Lifter 2.0 were worn out.
What's up jake. I have a question. I'm 11.5" heel to toe with medium foot, what size should i get in legacy lifter ii and in Nike romaleos 2? Thanks for all of your good work
I had to go half size down from 10s in my normal trail running shoes, 10.5 in casual walking shoes. 9.5 in these fit perfect. Whereas the Nike Romaleos 4 SE in size 10 are the same length when compared side by side, so the Legacy Lifter 2 is actually sized bigger. These feel better than the Romaleos 4 IMO, which feel very stiff and boot like, plus the front is curved and makes you rock onto the toes.. The Legacy Lifter 2s feel more athletic with a flexible front end and you can flex your toes down to make the shoe sit flat
Hi, love your reviews are really helpful, I’ve watched a fair few! I have a wide foot, would these be okay for me? I also opted to buy the Reebok X1 adventure for use on everything else. So just the same question, do you think both are okay for a wide foot?
Hey! So sorry for the delay here - this comment slipped past me. I think you'll find this model to be a bit tight if you have a wider forefoot. The Adventures should work, but if you can find the OG Legacy Lifters, then those would fit a wider foot better. The Nike Rom 4s are also a tad wider than this model in this toe box, too!
@@thatfitfriend Hi, thanks Jake, real helpful to know! Hope you don’t mind if I fire another question. For the Reebok X1 Adventures, I’ve opted for a half size bigger as the half size smaller was quite snug. This means the shoe is a little looser even when I walk, what do you think, should this affect training in? The looser option feels more comfortable and roomier for my wide foot but it is slightly loose. Thanks in advance! :)
@@thamyhaque3740 so, my question is, does that looseness cause you to slide a ton? I’d say do some jumps and jumping lunges and assess the roominess. If you’re sliding around a ton, then they may be a tad too big, but if not and you feel fairly secure, then I think you’re good ☺️
This model is great for any squat variation where an elevated heel is needed! For deadlifts? No - unless you have a specific weightlifting-focused need for using them in deadlifts. Check out my latest video for more on this topic! Tbh, for most lifters, most weightlifting shoes will work and if you want to get specific, it can be useful looking into heel heights and how they differ. To answer your question though, if you’re new to weightlifting shoes, then I would look into the best option for your budget!
@@getstrongby4038 If you're a weightlifting athlete, then that makes sense! And if you enjoy it, then no harm no faul! However, if you're trying to really double down on getting the most out of your pull (outside of weightlifting-focused goals), you may get a bit more performance output pulling from a flatter surface/shoe!
@@thatfitfriend sorry didn't see this lol, I've tried flat shoes but I really don't like it Never really seen a pair of flat shoes that has decent support really, converse etc are awful shoes imo
Hello Jake! I am about to purchase my first Legacy Lifter 2 pair in a few months. Do you have any recommendation about size comparing them to a crossfit shoe like the Nano X1 ?
Hi Jake, great vid and I have purchased these as my first lifters. I need your help. I have ordered 7.5 and 8 to compare the sizes. The 7.5 fits my foot but there is no room for my toes to move and is slightly uncomfortable. The 8 is much more comfortable but there is room for my foot to move a little bit. If these were normal shoes I would keep the 8 but should lifters be a tight fit? Will they loosen over time? Thanks!
Thank you! Great Q - couple follow-ups below. In the 8s, are you sliding around at all? For example, when you're squatting are you sliding into the end of the toe box? When you tighten the strap down, do you feel secure? IMO, I would stick with the 8 - you can also wear thicker socks if needed and if the strap helps prevent the foot from sliding, then they'll be more comfortable long-term versus forcing the 7.5 hoping the upper stretches!
Hey Jake, I’ve ordered the legacy lifter 2’s in 8.5 and 9. The 8.5 is very snug, basically no movement from any of the toes. Then the 9 is a bit more forgiving. For more info, I also wear 8.5 in x1 froning and 9 in x1 adventure. What are your thoughts? Cheers dude
I'd go 9, honestly. You could also rock thicker socks for a snugger fit and if you're not sliding into the toe box, experiencing heel slip in that size, or noticing performance take a hit, then they'll be more comfortable down the road. If you're sliding around, then opt for 8.5 and rock some thinner socks to give you a bit more "room"! Hope that helps!
Big toe touching the end of the shoe and not much toe wiggle room. Should I consider going up a size? Or will this get better with wear? Did not really effect my squatting or deadlifting
That’s a tough one! Honestly, they may break in more and if they’re not bothering in regard to their tightness, then you should be fine! However, if they are even a bit uncomfortable at all in your sessions, then sizing up a half size would be a safe call
Does this shoe allow your toes to spread? Having a narrow toe box is actually bad for your feet. Having your toes crammed together causes your toes to be deformed and can lead to getting bunions.
I don't want to ask a dumb question about sizing because you did say you would be safe buying these true to size but I found the exact pair you reviewed here for $100. My normal shoe size is 9.5 and my Metcon 5 and 6 is 9.5 but the pair I found on sale is a 9. Would I be alright a half size down. I don't have wide feet
Not dumb whatsoever and always feel free to ask whatever you have. I think if you have adequate room at the end of your toe box in the Metcons, then you should be safe with a 9... That being said, if you have limited room now, then a 9 may feel a tad snug regardless of foot width. This one is tough. Can you return them if they run too snug just in case?
@@michaelderenne9838 Hmmmm...are the Legacy 1 a good price? If so, I'd rip those and play it safe! They'll be a bit wider in the toe box compared to the Legacy Lifter II, too.
@@thatfitfriend just about 1 thumb, horizontal. And yes I can get the strap and the shoe tight. I just tried thicker socks and that makes the shoe a bit more tight over the whole foot but there is still movement in the heel. I mean, when I hold the shoe down with my other foot my heel comes up very easily. And I think if I go down one size it's gonna be hurting my feet
@@BerserkeR_031 did you go true to size? Also, how does the toe box feel? If you have a bit of room in the toe box, a half size down may be an okay call. If that doesn’t work. The last of this model may not be a good fit for your foot’s anatomy.
@@thatfitfriend my toes and side parts of my foot (idk the name) feel really comfortable in 44.5 EUR. I have thick winter stocks on now and tried a heel lock method for running shoes with 2 loops in the laces. It fits way better now but the laces feel too tight in the front around my leg. Will try 44 EUR again but it's probably too tight for my feet overall.
@@thatfitfriend OK, really weird but somehow 45 EUR grabs my heel better. I ordered 3 sizes so I'll keep trying different things on my own and see what's best. Thanks for your help though
Not ideal, tbh, I have a video discussing why if you’re interested! I’d recommend going for a solid pair of cross-training shoes that have a bit of support for you. You’ll get a stable shoe, some support, and will have a flatter foot position overall (compared to these).
Great Q - Tough one, honestly. I don't think you can go wrong with either model and I'd go with the option that matches your budget best! The Legacy Lifter 2 has a slightly higher heel (2mm diff), so in regard to their feel with heel elevation they're fairly similar, too.
