New squat/deadlift sneakers

MrM27

What's up everyone. I'm looking to purchase some new sneakers tomorrow that are primarily being used for squatting and deadlifting. I do not run or do cardio so they don't need to be good for that at all. Right now I have a pair of chucks I use sometimes but I mostly use a pair of Ferrari Puma's that resemble wrestling shoes.

No Vibrams, at all, ever.

Opinions please on what I should buy. Not looking to spend $200. $150 is pushing it but if I really like them I'll buy them. Also if you have a favorite site then feel free to share.

TR0berts

The ones I use are "water shoes" that I paid $5 for at Wal-Mart. I love them.

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Shawshankcan

I deadlift either barefoot or in wrestling shoes.

I squat in olympic shoes.

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Sapporo

I like Nike Free Fit 2's. I get them from a Nike outlet store so they are only $60. I see them listed as running shoes on some sites but they absolutely suck for running and are perfect for weightlifting, particularly deads and backsquats as they are flat and very light, almost not even there. They keep me stable and I couldn't squat before I got these shoes.

dbmata

Vibrams, be cool like me.

lol. I'm looking at something like Adidas Powerliters.
Adidas shoes
Reebok bok bok bok bok
These Ambers are pretty "badass in eastern germany."

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chrisdavey

I squat in Olympic shoes now. (Australian brand)

Deadlifts are always done in flat soled canvas shoes. Don't need anything fancy at all, just a thin flat sole that grips and lightweight.

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CyberEd312

I'd be of little help cause I lift in Vibram Komosports LS, they are my go to......

Jennloella

I also lift in Chucks or my street/skate style Pumas. something super flat and super rigid. Running shoes are for running, so my asics and nikes are for the trail and treadmill.

LolBroScience

LolBroScience

I have Nike Romaleos 2 as well, but I don't wear them.

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LolBroScience

I love the Reebok I posted above. I'm not a fan of oly shoes... don't work well with me

jrniven

Hey buddy! I got a pair of the Adidas Adipower shoes. I was skeptical at first. They make you feel planted to the ground. There is no wobble. No bouncy feel like with a pair of running shoes. I hate lifting with out them. If you do get any sort of olympic lifting shoe make sure they are tight fitting. I think you can pick up a pair of adipowers for 120$ My bro has the cheaper version from Adidas and they feel just as good.

rnegrey

you really can't beat chucks

Willbenchforcupcakes

Another vote for chucks here.

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CarlydogsMom

I bought New Balance Minimus shoes. They mostly run a bit more than $100, but at www.joesnewbalanceoutlet.com I got mine for $40. They might be last year's style but who cares. Haven't received them yet, so can't comment on quality, but there are a number of Minimus styles and they include in the description that they're good for weightlifting.

heybales

Converse All-Star - flat and solid.

BusyRaeNOTBusty

I also lift in Chucks. They are purplish pink. SEXY.

heybales

Ok, mine are plain black and white. You mean I could have gotten purple and pink!
Let down.

I was actually surprised by the price of what I thought was a simple shoe. Wish I'd looked for an off brand same style/materials. Not like the seams get abused or such.

astrampe

Won't help you, but I go barefoot in my little home gym.....On colder days the non-slip socks with rubber dots underneath.....

dbmata

MrM27 wrote: »

chrisdavey wrote: »

I squat in Olympic shoes now. (Australian brand)

Deadlifts are always done in flat soled canvas shoes. Don't need anything fancy at all, just a thin flat sole that grips and lightweight.

Yes I agree about thin flat sole. Right now I'm using these, they have been my favorite shoe to date. It feels like I have absolutely no sole. As if I feel when I step on a dust bunny. I've never tried an actual Olympic Shoe.

I like how your purse matches your shoes bro.

dbmata

I have tried the chucks thing, but if your feet are wide, you're boned.

Those adidas you showed in the pic above are pretty tight, they're probably what I'll do when I'm tired of washing my vibrams.

I just wish there was a place to try them on, before ordering, ya know?

heybales

dbmata wrote: »

MrM27 wrote: »

I like how your purse matches your shoes bro.

LOL - good fashion eye, totally missed that.

Can good form be maintained holding a purse? Cause you gotta show that off.

feralX

MrM27 wrote: »

dbmata wrote: »

Vibrams, be cool like me.

lol. I'm looking at something like Adidas Powerliters.
Adidas shoes
Reebok bok bok bok bok
These Ambers are pretty "badass in eastern germany."

I was considering the Adidas right now. Those are my favorite look so far. Good reviews also. These though:



Or these....

I just got the Adipowers delivered, but won't be trying them till late this week. I've read they're narrow, but they fit true to size for me. I wear size 10 Adidas adipure runners, and the size 10 Adipowers fit perfectly. Apparently the powerlifters heel starts to flatten under load at about 500lbs, that's body weight plus the bar, and not as durable as the Adipowers. You definitely won't want to DL in them though, you'll need flat soles for that. I go barefoot, too bad that's not an option for you.

DopeItUp

If you get anything but these, you are basically a chump:

http://www.maxbarbell.com/products/sabo-deadlift-lifting-shoes

http://www.powerliftingtowin.com/sabo-deadlift-shoe/

I struggled with Chucks for way too long before getting these. Chucks are terrible, especially if you don't have super narrow feet. I had to get a pair that was two sizes too big and they're STILL a little too narrow (but are way too long and look like clown shoes).

MsHarryWinston

Ok I just joined a gym and heard all about how awesome Chucks are but I needed to get some cheap shoes fast. So I went to Payless and got some Airwalks! They are flat soled like Chucks and super comfy. I do all my weights including leg press and I do the recumbent bike in them. Best decision I ever made. And they were on sale for $15!