Coming from the beginner friendly adidas powerlifts these are on a whole different level. Stiff, stable and locked in with the straps. Initially I was a bit apprehensive about both the increased 20mm heel lift and stiff sole. Thought my toes might smash up against the front of the toebox and they’d feel like walking on bricks compared the powelifts and their softer EVA midfoot, flexible forefoot and 15mm heel lift. Nothing could be further from the truth. Yes they’re quite a bit harder to get into, but once laced and strapped in my feet stayed planted. The straps are positioned to pull and hold the foot and heel back towards the heel cup. No forward movement or heel lift. The toe box actually felt roomier then the powerlifts. It didn’t take long to get used to walking in them. Once under weight is when they shine. They just feel rooted to the platform. It feels that it’s more then just the stiff TPU midsole though. Laterally they very little give. I think the way the midsole just widens out and has a lot to do with it. The sole is actually wider than the shoe. As for sizing, I wear a 10 US & these fit well at a size 10 with a little room in the toebox for that inevitable summer month heat swell. Over all I’d definitely recommend them. Bit pricey compared to the Nike Savaleos but it isn’t like weight shoes wear out quickly. Had my powerlifts for three years and honestly they’re still good other than the little bit heel lift and very slight inner lateral movement under load. You can see it in the pic if you look close enough to the shoes. Hope this helps.

First time buying weight training shoes and these felt quite nice from day one. Only issue I had with them is the fabric on the insert started coming off after only about 4 uses. I was able to fix it by just ironing the fabric together and it’s worked so far. Short of that, they’ve been great.

the best of the best!!! i love it shoes!!! i will buy it again by again!!

I absolutely love these shoes. I had the Romaleos 2 lifters but these are amazing. I highly recommend these shoes.

How to wear when I was squatting heavy felt a little bit more wiggle than I would like out of my chucks. Upgraded to these and feel like my feet are glued to the floor.

I will say these are my first lifting shoes, but what a difference. These feel stable, grip well, and look great. I bought a half size up from my normal 9.5 and they fit pergectly.

Good bit of kit, built well, worth it for using them long term.

I think.The world's best weight lifting shoes. Half size up is a must.