Reebok Womens Nano X3 Training Shoe

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The L.A.R chassis is essentially designed to give you more responsiveness through the heel when jumping and running, then compress and stabilize as you lift. I think you feel the chassis in action more for the former, and I don’t really notice it when lifting.

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The ROPEPRO+ feels studier and its density is pretty noticeable. I’m excited to test this feature more to see if Reebok was able to solve the rope climbing durability issue with the past couple of Reebok Nanos. 5. Reworked Heel Shape and Clip As a taller lifter, I also like the slightly higher heel-to-toe drop as it gives you a little more “heel” for lower body exercises. If you like shoes with slightly higher heel-to-toe drops, then I think you’ll also enjoy how the Nano X3 feels for leg days. According to a press release, the heel clip has been updated on the Nano X3, as has the heel shape. Reebok calls the shape of the heel cup “sleek” although I can’t say I noticed much of a difference between the X3s and X2s. Toe Box 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.The x3 is known for its capabilities in the CrossFit world, but now with the heel pod and heel cup, it can be used for powerlifting and short snappy runs as well with ease.

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Additionally, the shoes feature new midsole technology proprietary to Reebok. It’s called the “Lift and Run (L.A.R.) Chassis System” and it supposedly supports both running and lifting better than any other shoe available today. They’re supposed to be chameleon shoes, adapting to the needs of the workout. This has always been the goal of CrossFit shoes, but as you might expect, designing a shoe that excels at multiple (vastly different) activities is an arduous task. Typically, CrossFit shoes are only good for short runs and aren’t the best at remaining stable under very heavy weights—they’re designed to be decent at both so you don’t have to keep changing your shoes. Personally, I think the price point is pretty fair for the versatility that comes along with the Nano X3. This model is a stronger performer in pretty much every vertical than the Nano X2 and seems to have good durability. For starters, there are four major construction updates that I want to call attention to in this Nano X3 preview article. These are features that I also noticed right away when using this model for training. 1. New Upper Construction

Is the Reebok Nano X3 good for running?

Since the Reebok Nano X3 has a lower-profile upper that hugs the foot a little more, I think most lifters and athletes will want to go true to size in the Nano X3. The Nano X3 fit a lot more truly than the Nano X2 and I didn’t have issues regarding length in this model. I know, it’s pretty difficult to picture what I mean and I’m not the best at explaining the physical construction piece in writing, so in my review, I’ll be sure to include a picture and clip of the chassis to help give you more context. Over the course of my testing and review process with the Reebok Nano X3, I’ve found a few pros that I really enjoy with this shoe. 1. Good Well-Rounded Performance The ROPEPRO feature that often had durability issues in the Reebok Nano X1 and Nano X2 has also been reworked. The Nano X3’s ROPEPRO+ outsole wrap now sits more flush with the midsole and upper which I’m hoping helps with durability.

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For versatile training including athletic-style sessions, HIIT, and short runs, I thought the Floatride Energy Foam did a pretty good job of providing a good level of responsiveness despite being a more stable cross-training shoe. The toe box on the X3s looks to be the same shape as that on the X2s, although maybe even a little bit wider (even in the pair that was too small for me, the toe box didn’t squeeze me–it’s just that the length is too short). Overall, I consider the Nanos to be a wider shoe. My toes have plenty of room to splay in the toe box. Colorways and Design

Are the Reebok Nano X3s Worth It?

The first thing to like about the Reebok Nano X3 is its range of performance. I like how well-rounded this model is and that it performed well for the wide range of training tasks I’ve thrown at it. With rope climbs, durability can always be variable based on the rope you’re using and the rope climbing style you’re using, but I think most should be safer in this Nano X3 compared to the past two models. If you experience issues, please reach out and let me know. 3. Lift And Run Chassis System Increases Versatility Despite liking the Reebok Nano X3, there are a couple of contexts where I think this shoe will fall short. 1. If you like lower heel-to-toe drops While the Reebok Nano X3 hasn’t received a complete construction overhaul like many expected, there are a few key changes to note in this model. Below, I’ve provided a specs list in addition to five key changes to note. New this year, the Nano X3s feature a Lift And Run (L.A.R.) Chassis in the midsole. According to a press release from Reebok, this is a “new midsole technology built for stability when lifting and added cushioning for running and jumping.”

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More colorways will drop as the year progresses, as usual. If you don’t see a colorway you like now, wait a few weeks for the new drops. In the Nano X3, the ROPEPRO+ feature is a lot denser and I have yet to experience durability issues when j-wrap climbing in this model and it provided a nice bite when climbing. Now, this does not mean that this model will be completely void of rope climbing issues. When it comes to running, the Reebok Nano X3 feels very similar to the Nano X1 and Nano X2 but does have a slight edge for faster-paced runs, in my opinion. I think this has to do with the new L.A.R chassis system. In the context of weight training, the Nano X3 provided a nice level of stability when squatting well over three plates and when deadlifting up to 500 lbs. They also did a pretty good job for general strength sessions on machines and with dumbbells. Like the popular Nike Metcon, No Bull, and Vans Ultrarange, these shoes are making waves in the fitness industry. The Nano was already a hit before but with the new tech involved, I’ve noticed many more people using them in the gym!Coming in with Floatride energy foam like they put in their running shoes, giving you a responsive, cushioned ride.