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Nike Metcon 9 Review

The Nike Metcon 9 is here and this is our hands-on review of Nike’s premier CrossFit-style training shoe. The Metcon series is Nike’s ultimate, well-rounded cross-training shoe. The series is known for its enhanced flexibility for sprints and box jumps, greater stability for weightlifting, solid traction for sled pushes and rope climbs, breathability and comfort for distance running, and durability for everyday abuse. Because of its popularity and versatility, the series is now on its ninth iteration, with some upgrades and improvements. The Nike Metcon 9 – new for 2023: First, let’s take a tour of the shoe. Nike Metcon 9 – Overview What’s new? It’s the larger Hyperlift plate and added rubber rope wrap. Nike made it even bigger [Read more …]

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Nike Free Metcon 5 Shoe Review

The latest Nike Free Metcon shoe has been a smash hit – it’s very comfortable and it performs well in the gym (or the CrossFit box). Here’s the newest Nike Free Metcon 5 – in a drop-dead gorgeous “Volt” color. Cross-training requires your shoes to do different sports, aerobic movements, and resistance training and should provide you with endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance to do them. The good news is there’s a shoe that can do that and give the support you need as you train. The Nike Free Metcon 5 can meet you in the depths, help you dig deep to find that final ounce of force, and come out of the other side on a high. Get it [Read more …]

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Nike Free Metcon 4

Let’s take a look at the Nike Free Metcon 4. Having the power of Metcon, the Nike Free Metcon 4 is ready to tackle different workouts and take you to your fitness destination. This shoe combines the functionality of Metcon and the comfort and versatilty of the Free Metcon with a playful design and look. Get it from Road Runner Sports: Nike Free Metcon 4 – Overview The Nike Free Metcon 4 integrates flexibility with stability, so you can give it your all to your training. It is great for HIIT workouts, short runs, light lifting, jumping, and classes. The shoe has an updated “chain-link” mesh that cools and flexes as you speed through agility drills. It provides ventilation to [Read more …]

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Nike Metcon 8 MF (Mat Fraser Special Edition)

Surprise! Nike has just dropped the Nike Metcon 8 MF – Mat Fraser. This is the new Nike Metcon 8 – in a LIMITED special edition inspired by the 5x CrossFit champ. Suffering in the shadows and grinding alone when nobody else was looking made Mat Fraser a champion. And the special edition Metcon 8 MF – Mat Fraser depicts his journey as a CrossFit winner. Channel the champion in you with this shoe while celebrating Fraser’s meaningful moments and turning points. Get it while you can: Nike Metcon 8 MF – Mat Fraser – Overview The Metcon 8 is the latest iteration in the Metcon family, and the MF design gets all the remarkable features of this shoe. This [Read more …]

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Nike Metcon 8 Review

We’ll be reviewing the Nike Metcon 8 in this article. It’s here – the most anticipated CrossFit shoe launch every year is the Nike Metcon series. The Metcon series was introduced in 2015 and has since evolved to be one of the most sought-after series for cross-training shoes. Now in its eighth iteration, let’s see how it changed and improved from its predecessors. Where can you get the Nike Metcon 8? Check out the selection from Rogue Fitness: Let’s dive-in and take a look at this phenomenal cross training shoe. Nike Metcon 8 Review To be crystal clear – the term “Hyperlift” is now stricly marketing fluff. There is no shim included with these shoes. I think people will have [Read more …]

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Nike Metcon 8 Preorder

Road Runner Sports now has the Nike Metcon 8 available for order – and shipping as of September 1st. After more than a year, the new addition to the Metcon family is finally here. Metcon 8 comes with some updates and improvements from its predecessors to tackle more workouts. Find out all about this great CrossFit shoe in our Nike Metcon 8 Review. Order these Men’s and Women’s styles of the Nike Metcon 8 from Road Runner Sports or Rogue Fitness NOW: Nike Metcon 8 Pre-Order – Overview The new Metcon 8 is locked and packed with the newest technology and is a must-have cross-trainer for the gym and even outside of the gym. New to Metcon 8 is the [Read more …]

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Nike Metcon 8 Release Date

Want to see the new, upcoming Nike Metcon 8? Find out all about this great CrossFit shoe in our Nike Metcon 8 Review. When will the Nike Metcon 8 be released? – It appears the shoe will be available by September 1st. What we do know is that it is a mild-refresh of the Nike Metcon 7. There are many obvious similarities here in the new shoe… just take a look. I’m going to predict this shoe is going to be nearly identical to the Nike Metcon 7 – so while we wait to get this one, check out our Nike Metcon 7 Review. Nike Metcon 8 Mens – Black/White Nike Metcon 8 Men’s – Blue/Black Nike Metcon 8 – [Read more …]

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Nike Zoom Metcon Turbo 2 Review

Here’s the 2nd version of Nike’s Metcon Turbo shoe for CrossFit. We are going to review the Nike Zoom Metcon Turbo 2. The Nike Zoom Metcon Turbo is known for its stability, support, and cushioning for all kinds of gym exercises. Now it comes in a new version, and let’s see what’s more to love aside from its good looks. Get it now from Nike or Road Runner Sports: Nike Zoom Metcon Turbo 2 My Review Here it is – the new Nike Zoom Metcon Turbo 2. Let’s review this CrossFit shoe. Nike Zoom Metcon Turbo 2 – Overview Let’s see what Nike marketing has to say about this shoe. The Nike Zoom Metcon Turbo 2 has gone through deliberate [Read more …]

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Nike Metcon 7 Fitter Together Edition

Here’s the newest member of the Nike Metcon 7 family – the Nike Metcon 7 Fitter Together Edition. The Metcon 7 has what it takes to be loved by active athletes, especially those in weightlifting. It is functional and versatile with upgraded features from its predecessor. Want it? Here’s some of the styles you can get now (from ROGUE FITNESS): Nike Metcon 7 CrossFit Shoe – Our Review To test this product, we got hands-on and in-depth (With a different color option – but still the same shoe.) Here’s what we found: Nike gets rid of the super breathable upper from Metcon 6 and now uses React foam. Even with the React foam, it is now firmer in the heel [Read more …]

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Nike Metcon 7 X – Launch Colorways Available Now

Finally! The Nike Metcon 7 X is here – these are the launch colorways. These are an exclusive for Nike members – but that’s free to sign up for, but they are also available from Rogue Nike Metcon 7 was first introduced this month, and new colorways followed, including these latest colors of Pollen/Volt/Pale Coral/Black for men and White/Pollen/Bright Crimson/Black for women. Metcon, short for metabolic conditioning, is Nike’s ultimate, all-purpose cross-training shoe known for exceptional durability and stability. Now on its 7th version, Metcon offers a more stable and tougher shoe for weight training and high-intensity cardio. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Nike Metcon 7 Launch Colorways – Overview One of the [Read more …]