sonofgodbrotherofman
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@underflip540 Really interesting. I’m also about 195.
How long do you expect your crossfit shoes to last?
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underflip540
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@sonofgodbrotherofman Interesting. When I weighed 180-185, about 8 years ago, I’d go about 9 months before I noticed my running shoes breaking down. I had far less muscle and strength, though. I’m always amazed at how 10 to 20 pounds can make such a big difference in endurance versus strength competition and even how often shoes need changed out.
katesmith2342
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@sonofgodbrotherofman I only expect 6 months out of my shoes. After that, I use them to walk the dog in 
@sonofgodbrotherofman Yeah, I expect my shoes to last a year, but I also go to the gym 5 days a week, rotate shoes depending on the WOD and use lifters whenever I can.
@sonofgodbrotherofman I have 2 Innov8 F-Lites 235 in different colours, 1 Innov8 FastLift 325 for the past 2 years. I alternate between those 3 based on the workout and my attire colour. Except 1 F-Lite 235 (the lesser used one) the other 2 are in brilliant condition. I do 5 sessions a week, and 3 days of squatting in a week, I squat barefoot though.
sonofgodbrotherofman
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prayingforanswers
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@sonofgodbrotherofman I rotate between a pair of metcon 2s and No Bulls working out 5 days a week. Rotating definitely helps as it allows the shoe to dry completely.
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@sonofgodbrotherofman 8-9 months out of a heavy used shoe is pretty good. If I get 6 months I’m happy.
paradise_falls
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@sonofgodbrotherofman I wore through my metcon 4s (used 3x a week) in like 4 months after I bought them. Weird enough though my nobulls are about a year old and still haven’t fallen apart.
In conclusion, (IMO) nobulls are overpriced, not as comfortable as metcons, but dang they are durable
In conclusion, (IMO) nobulls are overpriced, not as comfortable as metcons, but dang they are durable
sonofgodbrotherofman
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@paradise_falls I got one pair on of Nobull special on amazon for $99. It felt worth it.
@sonofgodbrotherofman Nano 4s have worked great for the last 3 months and Ive done every type of workout in them. I also bought another pair for half price on Green Monday for when they wear out
@sonofgodbrotherofman My metcon 4’s have lasted me (through 2-3 hour gym sessions, 5-6x a week) since january when i got em off preorder. Do they look pretty anymore? No. But they still get the job done. I recently bought some metcon 3’s on a double sale and have been switching them back and forth to get some extended life from my 4’s
When i say gym sessions i mean Comptrain/Misfit athletics blog. Not being in a globo gym.
. They take a fuckin beating that i can promise you
When i say gym sessions i mean Comptrain/Misfit athletics blog. Not being in a globo gym.
. They take a fuckin beating that i can promise you@sonofgodbrotherofman I workout 5-6 days a week. Generally 6. I’ve had all generations of Metcons and on average they last me around 6 months before noticeable wear and tear are seen, but I have used them well over 8 months.
Realistically, I would replace them after 6-8 months because as someone else mentioned, while 6 months is super short, you gotta think about how much abuse you put them through.
I wear them nearly everyday for workouts and often wear them as casual shoes as well.
That’s a lot of wear in a short period so if I get 8 months to a year I’ll take it.
I just wish Nike would design some better color ways because they are shitting the bed.
Realistically, I would replace them after 6-8 months because as someone else mentioned, while 6 months is super short, you gotta think about how much abuse you put them through.
I wear them nearly everyday for workouts and often wear them as casual shoes as well.
That’s a lot of wear in a short period so if I get 8 months to a year I’ll take it.
I just wish Nike would design some better color ways because they are shitting the bed.
sonofgodbrotherofman
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@janeenjoy Make custom ones on their site?
@sonofgodbrotherofman I can confidently say my No Bulls did not last nearly as long as my Nanos.. definitely will not be buying another pair.
sonofgodbrotherofman
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@sonofgodbrotherofman Get Nano 2s. Find a pair of new old stock on ebay or poshmark. I wear mine 300 days a year for WODS and daily wear. I get north of 18 months out of a pair. I typically pay less than $70 per pair. I have 10 pairs.
I say get some new old stock because I have noticed that the re-released versions are slightly less durable, and the rubber is slightly different. Plus they are more expensive.
I say get some new old stock because I have noticed that the re-released versions are slightly less durable, and the rubber is slightly different. Plus they are more expensive.
@sonofgodbrotherofman I had metcon 1s for 2+ years 4-5 wods a week, only indoor/box
musicman45
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@sonofgodbrotherofman I have my Nano 8 that after 5 days a week are still going strong.
However in the summer during any wod that involves a lot of running, I switch to my running shoes, that might lengthen their life alot
However in the summer during any wod that involves a lot of running, I switch to my running shoes, that might lengthen their life alot
@sonofgodbrotherofman What's the gymfloor like? Do you use the shoes for running outside aswell?
Ive had my Nano 7s for 7 months and they still look brand new. But I only use them in the box and never outside. The box where i train also has thick rubber mats across the whole floor. Usually train 4-5 days a week.
Ive had my Nano 7s for 7 months and they still look brand new. But I only use them in the box and never outside. The box where i train also has thick rubber mats across the whole floor. Usually train 4-5 days a week.