LONO FLOW REVIEW | Strong Shoe for the Price?

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I have had A LOT of asks about the LONO Flow barefoot shoes, and I'm stoked I finally got around to testing them.
This barefoot shoe is built for active lifestyles in warmer climates and that's exactly how I've tested them. Personally, I've made a point to assess this shoe's performance in the gym for lifting and cross-training to see where its thresholds lie.
In my LONO Flow review, I'll discuss all of the key details that you should know before investing in these barefoot shoes.
0:00 PROS
2:00 CONS
4:00 Performance Assessment
7:06 Price Breakdown
7:33 Who SHOULD Buy This Shoe?
8:10 Who SHOULDN'T Buy This Shoe?
8:44 Sizing and Fit
9:13 Weight, Drop, and Insole
9:33 Construction Details
11:04 Final Remark, Would I Get Again?
Overall, I've enjoyed the LONO Flow barefoot shoes for casual use and training, and have used them a lot on my recent travels.
This model's flexible sole and upper will work best for more strength, hypertrophy, and casual cross-training, but it will have some limitations.
For example, this would not by my first pick for more serious cross-training where upper security is a MUST or for things like power cleans.
If you have additional questions on the LONO Flow, drop a comment below or reach out via Instagram!
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[@thatfitfriend]

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[@thenoblesavage]

Jake is hands down the most legit shoe reviewer on KZbin.

[@thatfitfriend]

Appreciate you, brother! 🤝

[@dp21297]

This channel never disappoints

[@andresamell9367]

agreed. my favorite channel for shoe reviews

[@thenoblesavage]

For real

[@thatfitfriend]

Thank you so much! For real - means the world y’all support the vision!

[@thirdmort]

I've been eyeing these shoes since launch and I've been hoping for you to review these! Thanks! Now you should do a review on those new Splay 101's :D

[@thatfitfriend]

Thanks for checking it out! I'll buy some right now!

[@andresamell9367]

great review, dood!

[@thatfitfriend]

Thank you, my friend!

[@user-total_reflection]

I love your reviews. Do you have any plans for Cloud x4 reviews?

[@thatfitfriend]

Thank you! Already have them in the works

[@user-total_reflection]

@@thatfitfriend Wow thank you for your answer

[@kitcraft9516]

How does the forefoot/ball width compare to something like the Primus Lite III? It looks like that lacing system is less restrictive than the Primus so maybe it'll feel less tight. My Primus has two things against them, where the gussets is sown is very tight and the hard plastic stuff on the last lace restricts expansion making them dig into the ball of my foot. Plus, they are ultra-low volume, lol. You know, shoe fit is funny. Measuring my Xero 360's they are narrower at the forefoot than my Primus Lite III but they feel much wider. I think that comes down to how they are constructed and where they stretch etc. I don't hate my 360's but I think they are ugly... Someday I will find my Goldilocks barefoot training shoe, but it is like all of the wide ones are some weird lifestyle Robinhood looking shoe, lol.

[@thatfitfriend]

This def has a more lax fit comparatively speaking due to the difference in materials and lacing structure. IMO, you’d likely find them to feel more spacious than the Primus and 360 It’s a fun process, but equally frustrating ngl. Every company uses lasts they want to market to and capture the most folks with so there’s so much plug and play 😅

[@kitcraft9516]

@@thatfitfriend Thanks for always being so responsive and helpful. It is much appreciated. I think I'm going to have to get a pair. Yes, the process is fun and frustrating at the same time!

[@Rohan67873]

Is Under armour Ua charged men’s bandit tr3 overall a good workout shoes ? For minimal running, squats , leg press , cycling and lunges I have ordered 3 shoes till now Drop set 2 quality was off And same for under armour reign 6 And after that I ordered Nike metcon 5 and the fit is not perfect around ankle .. I have returned these 3 now searching for other options

[@thatfitfriend]

Potentially - what do you mean by quality was off?

[@joelc3714]

What is that cool white flannel shirt he wears a lot? I think it’s the Born Primitive flannel but I’m not sure

[@thatfitfriend]

I have some BP flannels, but the one I wear most often in vids is from Outdoor Research, it’s a light sun flannel. I also rock Rhône a lot!

[@joelc3714]

Awesome thank you!

[@re-de]

Have you tried pulling the laces to the other side so it’s in the middle?

[@thatfitfriend]

Doesn't work and looks weird. The slits for the laces to run through are in the middle.

[@re-de]

@@thatfitfriend i just got my pairs and the first thing i tried is thread the other lace in the middle slit (so the right and left laces cross in the middle slit). Problem solved . I hope you try it

[@lucanicoletti]

I just got 2 pairs but they're too narrow on the toes box for me

[@thatfitfriend]

Upper volume restricting your feet?

[@lucanicoletti]

@@thatfitfriend No, the toes box and the insole as well are narrow, my toes spread wider than them

[@jackEdoo]

Is this company related to Lane Eight? Looks like a minimal version of AD Trainer.

[@thatfitfriend]

Right? That was my first thought when I saw the lacing. Maybe they use the same manufacturer and their lacing system for that portion of the shoe.

[@Grumpyoldman666]

He said booty style 😈 Sorry I couldn’t help myself….

[@thatfitfriend]

Smh 😂😂