Squat Shoes? Yes or No?

[1morerep]

Adidas, chuck't, crain and asics wrestling shoes for deadlifts...

[EliteDreams]

I do believe Freak Mcbeef uses Chucks.

[karim275]

Originally Posted by KCStrongmanben

Karim Adidas makes a power trainer that's around $85. I know Jeff trains in the Nikes because they're wider. I have an old pair of VS Weightlifting shoes that I'm getting used to again this cycle. The jury is still out but I am able to stay more upright and hit depth easier.

I'll check em out

[karim275]

Huuuummmmmmmmmmm

[Hunterace]

Originally Posted by karim275

Huuuummmmmmmmmmm

Those are what I have! Love them! Only use them for squats, wresteling shoes for everything else. Once my squat numbers are much higher I might have to upgrade but for now these are great!

[fenrisulfr]

Did some research and Adidas power perfect 2> adidas powerlift trainer.
http://wlshoes.com/

[Paradox]

Originally Posted by Squatter

I have a pair of Nike Romaleos. I wouldn't even consider squatting in anything but...

I didn't get to try the Romaleos, but I've heard they are a fantastic shoe. A buddy of mine LOVES them.

I own a pair of the Adidas AdiPowers, same price range as the Romaleo 2's. I fucking LOVE them. I lifted in another pair of Oly shoes (Adidas Adistars, I think) for awhile before getting the AdiPowers. My god, the difference. They're stable, provide amazing support, perfect 0.75" heel. I can't say enough good things about them.

[karim275]

Originally Posted by Paradox

I didn't get to try the Romaleos, but I've heard they are a fantastic shoe. A buddy of mine LOVES them.

I own a pair of the Adidas AdiPowers, same price range as the Romaleo 2's. I fucking LOVE them. I lifted in another pair of Oly shoes (Adidas Adistars, I think) for awhile before getting the AdiPowers. My god, the difference. They're stable, provide amazing support, perfect 0.75" heel. I can't say enough good things about them.

DAMNIT!!!!! Great reviews everywhere on this shoe!!!! Now to find a coupon or something....

[Shorts]

Just to weigh in here, I would recommend something other than the Reebok's if you're planning on using them strictly for lifting. The platform is not as solid as the traditional shoes because they are meant to be worn throughout a workout.

I have Pendlay's and absolutely love them. Break in period takes a little bit but after that they are super comfortable and give me the stability I need. They are also a bit cheaper on the wallet than the AdiPowers and Nike's.

[karim275]

Originally Posted by Shorts

Just to weigh in here, I would recommend something other than the Reebok's if you're planning on using them strictly for lifting. The platform is not as solid as the traditional shoes because they are meant to be worn throughout a workout.

I have Pendlay's and absolutely love them. Break in period takes a little bit but after that they are super comfortable and give me the stability I need. They are also a bit cheaper on the wallet than the AdiPowers and Nike's.

I was just turned on to Max Barbell. They have a nice selection under $100 that quite a few of my friends swear by.