SABO PRO DEADLIFT: The ULTIMATE Deadlifting Shoe

[@emehtonich]

"Thickness of the sole is truest to this very small bit here" No one tell Candito.

[@wgs5379]

I watched David Woolson’s shoe guide and he mentions that the sabo deadlift pros have a slight heel arch that throws him off in the sumo deadlift. Initially that was a major turn off for me but it seems like you have no issues regarding the heel of the shoe. Did you notice the same issue and if so was it very noticeable ?

[@juliawilliams1355]

I want to get them but I feel like that loose top strap is a jab at people with small calves and that offends me.

[@JeffO-]

I feel you.

[@cal9700]

I am a 156 pound male, age 76, and I'm not an expert on weight lifting or its related equipment. I have cervical spinal stenosis and, just over 2 years ago, I began doing deadlifts 1 day a week using a pair of Reebok's with the flattest sole I could find. Since my 1st deadlift was only 65 pounds, there was no problem. I lifted with the Olympic bar until I reached 230 pounds and then my trainer and I decided to switch to the hex bar. My deadlifts are now up to 365 pounds, with 2 sessions per week, and I sometimes experienced a mild balance issue while doing multiple reps at the heavier weights (300+). I watched your review (thanks for mentioning your personal balance issue) and then purchased the SABO Deadlift Pro from MAXbarbell. I really like these shoes! Once my feet are placed where I want them, the shoes provide total stability for my lift with no slippage or balance issues. It almost feels like my feet are pushing INTO the floor. Although I'm not an authority on deadlift shoes, that is what the SABO Deadlift Pro shoes have done for me and it is exactly what I was wanting. I'm now really looking forward to increasing the weight of my lifts!

[@ErikBrabantsPianist]

“It’s a black shoe... with a little bit of red on it.” Love this review.

[@masterbulgokov]

This review is perfect: (a) you actually use the shoes, (b) you started the review within 10-20 seconds, (c) there was fancy eye-distracting editing that was pleasant, but didn't get in the way of the actual review, and (d) you have a frank and honest approach. Also - thank you for not "reviewing" the opening of the box. Seriously - who cares about the box and the packaging of a thing?

[@Banditman369]

Pretty sure it’s synthetic leather as well for those that don’t use real leather.

[@Reddevilowns]

Good review Bryce! I always have my deadlift shoes blow out laterally towards the weights when I get around 700lbs. Do you think these have a lot more strength compared to the original sabo deadlift shoes? Thanks for the review video!

[@calgarybarbell]

I’ve found them to be much more durable for sure

[@hobomctavish9707]

Cheers Bryce. Great review! Been thinking about this shoe for a while! Love the channel. Peace from the UK 😊

[@MultiSaffran]

Hey Bryce, what do you think about using high top converse for powerlifting? I love your content

[@duckslayer11000]

You don't have to ask him, people have been using them for decades.

[@mattcave9159]

Proper, legitimate review - ie after having used them for a decent period of time, rather than paid ads where people ‘review’ products 5 minutes after receiving them 🙄🤦‍♂️

[@EduDixie]

Nice review, I'll give this a look over in Europe, hopefully it's not too pricey here.

[@fawzaanmohammad3363]

Hey I've heard a few people say there is a slight drop from heel to toe which is noticable, do you notice that as well? Would really appreciate a reply

[@calgarybarbell]

It's not noticeable.

[@blom9891]

so you think your feet are 40+ cm long? :D

[@calgarybarbell]

Hahahaha did I say cm instead of mm? Stupid Canada still using barbaric imperial measurements has left me ill equipped to deal with the real world

[@calgarybarbell]

Ok well I will just leave this here - *go find a shoe size conversion chart and use it to measure your foot appropriately*

[@ZugZug99]

@@calgarybarbell you know what they say about guys with 40 cm shoes

[@Affi_Shergill]

Ath Siv “Damn He Got Big FEET”

[@nejcrebolj2013]

Eu size is 45 and it’s about 28cm

[@cj8718]

Have you ever pulled conventional in these? If so, how do they feel?

[@DominoChild]

I hear these ones aren't ideal for heavier weight. Is that true? Do you still feel comfortable with it?

[@JoeScar412]

Thanks for the video. I pull in Chuck Taylors. They seem to do just fine, so I’m not set on getting something else while they are still in working order. However, when they blow out, I would like to look at some dedicated deadlifting shoes. Would you say these are worth the upgrade from something like Chucks? Thanks!

[@Horus-Lupercal]

Fake Chucks.

[@MasoNowa]

Chucks blow

[@WeGameDough]

Debating on upgrading my original Sabo shoes to these, Mine have wear pretty much everywhere and I've been using them 2-3 years at this point, although with some minor repairs to the velcro the pair I own are still working fine. 🤷‍♂️

[@vikingstrongman5903]

I cut the top velcro strap off mine with scissors. What a waste of space!

[@Artheam]

David Woolson of Brazos Valley Barbell made a video recently on this and he said he thought they did have an effective heel. As has Candito. Yet Sabo say they do not. And I guess you're saying the same?

[@calgarybarbell]

Haha I actually spoke to David and Jonnie about this. I want to get a hold of a show to disassemble and figure out if there’s a heel or not. I don’t feel any kind of heel

[@Richard-tj1yh]

Any update?

[@hypnos-7371]

Vids are getting f*cking CRISP

[@DominoChild]

How well have they held up after a year?

[@Jeep_ty]

Can one squat in this shoe with out issues?

[@Jake-xn9xk]

do you train neck?

[@jayn8392]

I think they look great, especially the white ones. Been looking for a nice wide flat shoe. Wish I could get them a bit cheaper, but compared to other specialized lifting shoes I guess these are actually quite reasonable

[@84488662]

FINALLYY BEEN WAITING SO LONG FOR THIS REVIEW

[@lisaroselasaga]

My favorite part of the review: it doesn't look ugly. lol

[@bmstylee]

I contemplated these for a while. I was put off by some negative reviews. Apparently they were v1.0. I ended up with the Otomix Stingray and I can't complain.

[@DanRichter]

Is this better than the famous sock?

[@Whatashek]

Best shoes for deadlift, especially for conventional pullers. I just got them for $50 brand new. Some dude was selling them on fb marketplace lol. Wore them today and literally PR 505lbs for a triple. BEST shoes for conventional deadlifts.

[@Edjucated_]

Got mine in yesterday. They are amazing.

[@tailungirbis8151]

Thanks for your review. Can you tell me what is a height of a heel of this shoes?

[@calgarybarbell]

According to sabo there is a slight heel that is made to compress under the weight of your heel, creating a flat shoe.

[@philmansfield2068]

You guys have any new merch dropping, soon?

[@calgarybarbell]

Workin on it.

[@mkl1464]

Candito and David Woolson have been critiquing that this shoe has a 'thick' sole, outweighing its pros which includes build and durability, making it a good squat shoe but not a deadlift shoe. What do you think?

[@calgarybarbell]

I actually spoke to Candito about this the other day. I disagree, but obviously there hasn’t been an effective way to prove either side. I’m going to reach out and see if I can get a one off shoe to deconstruct and settle the debate ahah

[@p.nagybalint]

@@calgarybarbell Do you use the shoe with inside sole or did you take it out?

[@nicokorkiamaki2991]

@@p.nagybalint Take it out. Especially if you plan on squatting with them. They feel too soft if you have the inside sole in them.

[@calgarybarbell]

I have not taken anything out of the shoe

[@OlMoldy]

I think I saw your comment on inner strength products. Someone by the moniker of Bryce K 🧐

[@therealforestelf]

what do you think about the notorious lift?

[@calgarybarbell]

Never used them!

[@jihoffman27]

Those Nike HyperKO’s are really narrow, I wore them for boxing and they caused me all kinds of balance issues. If you have anything other than a super narrow foot, those will throw you off.

[@Worldgonemad]

Just purchased a pair.

[@ozsnowbum]

isnt deadlifting barefoot best? thor did his 501 barefoot. if you must wear shoes why not wear a barefoot shoe like vivobarefoots etc that mimics being barefoot?

[@zyphos9444]

You can't go barefoot in competition, hence the need for shoes

[@Jake-xn9xk]

i can't see anything on his channel referring to it but are you natty?

[@vikingstrongman5903]

Are you a homosexual??? Same question........

[@joemfahey]

Yes

[@Thebuttsinferno]

Anything that doesn’t have a wide toe box I don’t view as a shoe.

[@MasoNowa]

Aint a shoe, thats a foot prison

[@ParkKernyu]

THE video I was waiting for 🤗

[@fresh430]

Have you tried the new “heavy duty” variant of deadlift shoe by Sabo? Was trying to see if there was a review before I purchased but haven’t found one yet

[@ethanbrooks6809]

Do you feel that there is any heel to the show? Dave woolson from Brazos valley barbell said he didn't like the shoes because he felt there was a slight heel that pushed him forward

[@calgarybarbell]

I’ve responded to a few comments about this. David and Jonnie both think there’s a heel, I don’t. I’m hoping at some point to get a shoe to disassemble to find out who’s correct

[@dragos8839]

Isn't doing deadlifts barefoot just as good ?

[@sergiocalderon815]

Every federation requires footwear for all three lifts. If you want to train barefoot, go right ahead but might as well train in the footwear you compete in

[@Artheam]

Got a pair recently and they're AWESOME for squats - much better than wrestling shoes. Not sure about them for deadlifts but wrestling shoes good enough for me. I really like them for squats though.

[@kmidst_fn5225]

They look a lot cooler than ballerina slippers.

[@ivanhoe8591]

I used these for the first time today, having previously only used 'ballerina' slippers (lol!). They've made a positive difference already. I got the white ones and they actually do look really cool (not that that really matters, but it's a nice 'side effect').

[@rawtooth4704]

I workout in nike Janoski'

[@zsoltberes6324]

So just to confirm, they are in fact flat?

[@ЛюдмилаХван-е6с]

Сабо кожаные, изящные, цветные, на коричневой подошве, чтоб легкиие, ширина обуви была9 см,хотелось, чтоб изящные, чтоб вырез впереди ступни был v, может впереди цветок большой, цветной.

[@matthewmeyer49]

Imagine tearing a shoe Bc your deadlift thicc

[@fdsafsgrgsdg242]

I deadlift with socks

[@zyzzuschrist3410]

I’ll just stick to my Nike blazers or chuck Taylor 77’s

[@dohnjoe1002]

Umm no. I don't care how good the shoe is but I ain't wearing a shoe that says DEADLIFT on it.

[@calgarybarbell]

That's always been my problem with the shoe too -Dillon

[@Vegpau]

@Dohn Joe @Calgary Barbell I solved this with a black permanent marker. Made the original sabo shoe all black :)

[@biesman5]

Why:O

[@abdulrahmaniskan7267]

YESSIR!

[@КостяКипр]

Made in Russia!)

[@G3Number]

Looks ugly and it sucks! Barefoot shoes are the best!

[@calgarybarbell]

Lol