While the two callouts are worth noting, there are enough work-arounds to eliminate them from future training endeavors. It’s best to let this as a toss up to personal preference and call it a tie. I preface this testing section by saying neither the Metcon 8s or Nano X3s should be viewed as replacements for your typical running shoes. As stated earlier, shoes designed for in-gym training feature less cushioning than dedicated running sneakers and are more rigid by nature. With that said, however, there are occasions where you need to be multi-faceted in your training, especially when working through a WOD or HIIT session that calls for some sprints or longer jogs.

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The Flexweave upper is also a positive change about the X3 for athletic-style sessions. I found the upper to hug the foot well and I never had issues sliding in around the toe box in this model as I did in the Nano X2, which I noticed here and there when doing broad jumps. I also like that Reebok fixed the rope climbing durability issue in this model. If you’re wanting the Nano X3 primarily for CrossFit, then I think you’ll enjoy the performance of this shoe and it should last a lot longer than the X1 and X2 for this training context. Who Shouldn’t Buy the Reebok Nano X3? I have a question. Do the X3s have arch support? I own the X2s and can’t stand the molded arch support in them. I can’t find a reliable source to verify if the X3s also have them.Hey! I’d also pass on the X3s then. They’ll feel different, but they still have an arch so in your context I think they’ll still be a miss. I personally like that the clip of this model has a denser feel to it and that it sits a little more flush with the upper around the boot. I think this was a good change and it should be a nice benefit for athletes and lifters that like training shoes with more ankle support.

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For versatile training, including HIIT, athletic-style sessions, and hybrid workouts, I’ve enjoyed the performance of the Nano X3. This shoe does a good job of blending responsiveness with stability for this training context. They are stable to workout in but they do have a solid cushioning system to last without your feet hurting. I would really like them to lower the price a bit so more people could enjoy them but overall my experience with them were great. According to the press release, the heel clip and cup shape also changed, but I didn’t notice much of a difference in my testing thus far. New and improved” is sort of an understatement when it comes to the Nano X3. Thanks to a reworked FlexWeave upper and innovative Lift and Run Chassis System, this latest iteration is quite different from previous profiles. For one, the upper has a more rigid feel to it that doesn’t stretch as much over extended use. This helps create a more secure setup that can keep your feet contained whether just starting a program or wrapping up a routine. When you think of the fitness realm, there's a number of brands synonymous with the category. In terms of training-specific footwear, both Reebok and Nike have longstanding presences in the field, delivering timeless shoes offering up plenty of performance and support, regardless of your workout discipline.The Nano X3s feature a breathable knit upper made of Reebok’s FlexWeave material, same as the last several iterations of the Nano. While this construction makes the upper very breathable and flexible, it’s not as durable as something like the SuperFabric on NOBULL Trainers. Still, the reinforced toe box helps ensure you won’t poke holes through the top of your shoes. It’s not a bad price to pay for a flexible forefoot and midfoot, anyway. Midsole