Gear Junkie Names Savage 1 Training Shoe Best CrossFit Shoe of 2024
CrossFit athletes know no two days are alike. The sport asks a lot of you — and your shoes. With activities ranging from heavy deadlifts and Olympic weightlifting to gymnastics and distance running, it’s no surprise that finding the best CrossFit shoes can be a challenge.
We researched and tested the most popular CrossFit & cross-training shoes on the market — shoes you can run, jump, lift, row, ride, climb, carry, and rage in. Our lead tester, Paul Mandell, is an experienced CrossFit coach who puts each shoe through its paces as he demonstrates exercises and techniques to classes and clients on a daily basis. Our Affiliate Managing Editor, Billy Brown, is a CFL2 CrossFit coach and competitive powerlifter who has burned through hundreds of shoes over the course of his career.
They evaluate each model to highlight its specific strengths and shortcomings and make recommendations based on the versatile needs of folks who are exclusively doing CrossFit, as well as those who are practicing stricter lifts and conditioning. After much sweat, some blood, and maybe a few tears, we are proud to present our list of the best CrossFit shoes for 2024.
Check out our comprehensive Buyer’s Guide and Frequently Asked Questions sections for helpful tips, and have a look at our Comparison Chart to steer your decision-making.
Editor’s Note: For our March 26, 2024 update, we added several notable new shoes, including the Born Primitive Savage 1, a lightweight all-around performer that earned our top nod, the TYR CXT-1 Trainer, which is a high-profile performer, and the lifting-friendly Reebok Nano X4.
The Best CrossFit Shoes of 2024
- Best Overall CrossFit Shoes: Born Primitive Savage 1
- Best Value CrossFit Shoes: Nike Free Metcon 5
- Runner-Up CrossFit Shoes: GORUCK Ballistic Trainer
- Best CrossFit Shoes for Workout of the Day: TYR CXT-1 Trainer
- Best Everyday CrossFit Shoes: Reebok Nano X4
- Best Barefoot Style CrossFit Shoes: Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III
Born Primitive Savage 1
Specs
- Best for Folks who want one shoe to rule them all
- Drop 4mm
- Width Wide
- Weight 250g
- Bonus Dual-density midsole provides stability on lifts and flexibility on runs
Pros
- Lightweight
- Breathable
- Stable
- Good runner
- Good lifter
Cons
- Short laces and tongue