![]() ![]() Wearing them to the grocery store after a quick WOD did not make me feel like a wild tryhard, and honestly, I thought highly of the daily wear comfort they provided. They serve their purpose as trainers, but as the trending athleisure market continues to grow, the shoes need to keep up, and R.A.D. Other functional fitness kicks on the market are not known for their show-stopping style. It honestly reminds me of a well-placed tattoo that fits the flow of the shoe. There isn't a huge in-your-face logo, just a small mark on the outside of the heel. They tote a bit more of an athleisure look than competitors, which is appreciated. These sneakers look good, plain and simple. Ones bring an unmatched sense of style to the CrossFit box. While I am interested to see how the mesh textile holds up against rope climbs, I do appreciate the breathability. Those have proven themselves worthy with everything I've put them through, which helped curbed my R.A.D. My initial thoughts on the suede were a bit cautious, but then I thought back to my Vans Old Skools that also have a suede toe. The shoes feature a mesh upper with a suede-like material around the edges. The herringbone outsole comes up pretty high on the shoe, providing substantial structure as well as a grip that was notable during agility movements. They have a 6mm offset, which may not be the biggest help for those with poor ankle mobility, but it keeps you close enough to the ground for stability. The brand’s Swell Foam sole proved to be responsive on short runs yet firm and supportive in lifting scenarios. I ran a sprint workout, did some Olympic lifting and also completed some general HIIT workouts. I put these shoes through a wide variety of work. Ones win out in the support category as well. What's even more impressive is that the R.A.D. Typically, a firm shoe is preferred for Olympic or powerlifting movements, which are common in functional fitness workouts. If I read that sentence prior to testing these, I would be a bit skeptical of the shoe’s versatility. With that being said, right off the bat, I can tell you that R.A.D.’s sneakers are more cushioned and comfortable than any Metcon. We are big fans of Reebok’s Nanos here at GP, and I have been a loyal Metcon wearer for years. Ones Comfort and construction is surprisingly on-par with CrossFit staples.
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