NIKE METCON 1 REVIEW (2024) | Plus Metcon 9 vs 1 Comparison!

[@logic_bomb]

I absolutely loved my Metcon 1s - could definitely go for more colorways. I'd buy them up.

[@thatfitfriend]

Right? Give us a black and gum colorway 🤌

[@ontiretsemagome9154]

Have you compare the OG 1 vs Metcon Free ? Thanks for great content

[@thatfitfriend]

OG 1 is a lot more dense for strength training and has better width. Performs better for CrossFit. Free is more versatile and plush

[@FaheemRashid]

I had the Metcon 1s and loved them. I would take out the insole to make them zero drop for deadlifting. The two negatives would be: 1. The squeak! After about a month or two the insole rubs and starts squeaking with every step 2. traction. The out sole is super slick. It is great for lifting, but if you try to do sled work you will be sliding around.

[@thatfitfriend]

@@FaheemRashid !!!! these haven’t started the dreaded squeak yet…feel like they’re wider than I remember so I wonder if that will help with these. Have you tried this new model? I’m curious to see if you still find them slick. Have had no issues pulling and pushing 5 plates on turf in these. I do remember my 2/3 being slick, but I feel like this rubber is tackier…maybe it’s placebo tho 🤔

[@FaheemRashid]

@@thatfitfriend I have not tried the new one yet. However in both cases the squeak and the traction it was more of a longevity problem. I remember it was after a couple of months but definitely not a year before I was sliding around and the squeaking happened way before that.

[@thatfitfriend]

@@FaheemRashid interesting, I don’t see it being an issue with these NGL. I’ve abused the heck out of mine so far - but time will tell 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@eveanddell]

Excellent review! I love my Metcon 6s and was apprehensive to go with a new shoe. Thank you!

[@thatfitfriend]

Ayy, thank you - keep me posted on how you like them!

[@Steve.F]

You were right, they did release a new colorway today for the Nike metcon 1 og

[@thatfitfriend]

👀👀 the black/white colorway is pretty sick

[@vded13]

Thanks for the review, really nice one! Yesterday received my banned and immediately wore them in the gym. I used them for weight lifting (I'm not into CrossFit), but when I was on treadmill to do my warm up (10 minutes on speed 9.0, like a do every time) they felt really hard, too many vibrations on my feet and stopped at 5 minutes because my feet were hurting (my other training shoe is the Nike Zoom Air TR1 which is great on treadmill).

[@thatfitfriend]

Yeah, Nike metcon models bias lifting. The 9 is even tougher than the 1s believe it or not 😂

[@vded13]

@@thatfitfriend damn and just picked from the courier 3 pairs of Metcon 9 that I’ve ordered (in different colours). The Metcon 1 OG is so nice in hand that I don’t want to return it. I’ll try it today in indoor HIIT training.

[@thatfitfriend]

@ let me know how you like the 9 😅 The 1 will also prob just take a little time to adapt to since it’s a denser ride. Def a shoe you’ll want to primarily forefoot strike in for running

[@Brubigo]

I worn metcons 2, 4 and 9...recently I bought the tr1, and it's great because you can play basketball with it and also lift weights. If you are going to lift very heavy weights then the metcon 9 is a lot more stable and has a little bit more heel elevation which facilitates squats. But unless you do crosstraining workouts that dont allow you time to switch shoes between activities then you don't need metcons. My suggestion is get tr1 for just about anything, get something like romaleos for squat and olys, and go barefoot when you need stability like deadlifts. And if you wanna do heavy cross training workouts, involving short runs and controlled jumping then the best option for this versatility is a crosstraning shoe like the metcon, they outlast even working boots. But if you do any sports that involve jumping high metcons won't be as pleasing.

[@segevNr]

i think this is actually the best footwear review I've seen in my life 😅 exactly what i was hoping to see and much more. thank you so much!!

[@thatfitfriend]

Oh shooot, this comment gave me goosebumps. Thank you for checking it out!

[@ryancampbell6486]

Got these on the Nike BTS sale, they arrived today. Great first impressions from me, and good to hear they’re TFF approved. Would love to see more colourways in these, I’d stack a few.

[@thatfitfriend]

Heck yeah. Love hearing that!

[@miguelmartins5584]

These are good for running? Thanks for the review!

[@thatfitfriend]

They are not! Short intervals, sure, but anything over 800m can feel meh

[@capt1941]

YES!! Spot-on review. Being someone who generally likes to train in softer training shoes, I'm loving these. So glad I gave them a try. They felt great with anything and everything I've tried so far, including some sprints and short runs. Interesting theory/conspiracy about this being the Nike Metcon 10(X), but it would certainly feel like a cop-out on Nike's part. Guess we'll see. 🤷‍♂️

[@thatfitfriend]

Ayyy, always appreciate your takes. Glad you’re liking them! I don’t know about it being a cop out, honestly. Feel like we’ve longed for the older models, I wouldn’t mind a year of them going back to their roots versus forcing new new new all of the time, you know?

[@capt1941]

@thatfitfriend - I can get on board with that... now let's bring on some new colorways!

[@DonLeonM]

You sold me on these! :D even if JUST for the sake of the Jordan reference! Any advice regarding sizing? haven't worn a sporty Nike in quite a while.. and don't really own Nano \ Dropset anymore Nike's sizing is VERY strange: I'm almost always 11us \ 29CM.. in Nike, 12US is 28.8 - does this make sense, to go 1 size up? I have a normal \ low profile, medium width foot. BTW - JUST placed on order for a pair of R.A.D 1 - so thanks for that review as well!!!

[@thatfitfriend]

I'd go same in these that you did in your RAD ONE! Thank you for checking out the content!

[@bk24708]

What Nike would you recommend for 10pound weights and hiit workout inside? Would greatly appreciate your advice since it looks like you review every training shoe lol. I was basically looking to do apple fitness plus while inside during the winter.

[@thatfitfriend]

Nike Free Metcon 5 or 6 or Air Zoom TR 1!

[@bk24708]

@ sorry not to go back and forth since I know you have a life. Is metcon 4 any good? Your website had good reviews for it but I’m not sure if it’s because it’s an old review and newer is better. I can get metcon 6 for $60 or metcon 4 for $50

[@thatfitfriend]

@ 4 works great, just runs a bit narrower! If the width isn’t a massive concern, I’d save the money and cop the 4

[@bk24708]

@ yeah it was a weird color. I think I’ll probably buy the Mc trainer 3 from Nike. I like your review on that one! Thanks for all your reviews.

[@simonpowell6127]

Hi Jake, great review as always and best of luck with your new project - the shoe store. Appreciate your meticulous work. I have a specific question for you, but I will send you a PM on that. All the best, bud!

[@thatfitfriend]

Sounds good to me! :) and thank you!

[@mrreece8986]

Ive been doing crossfit for a year now ive been wearing the puma fuse 2..ive just bought a pair of metcon 9s for £62 have i made the right choice 😬

[@thatfitfriend]

That's a steal! They'll be solid for you

[@dariosimonepalmiotti2739]

I don't understand the graphic. Beside the weights, there is a meterstick and beside the drop, there is a scale. Should not be the opposite?

[@thatfitfriend]

My editor does them and we may have accidentally flip flopped em here. Will make updates in next video 🫡 Sent him your note and we both face palmed. Good eye; homie!

[@ruancarlos2965]

One shoe I miss is the Metcon Repper DSX.

[@l.r.player]

As a jump rope athlete as myself, you look more controlled and relax on the ropes. Next Stop, Double Unders!

[@thatfitfriend]

@@l.r.player ayyy, that’s it mayne! From the king himself 🤌 Tbh, I don’t love doubles for my conditioning sessions 😂 maybe it’s because my rhythm is butt and when I’m chugging along I don’t want think unless I have to do them in an open workout

[@l.r.player]

@@thatfitfriend thats a quick fix

[@thatfitfriend]

@@l.r.player We should collab, tbh!

[@chalky7319]

Any idea if and when they're releasing more colourways?

[@thatfitfriend]

Not sure. This year has been super weird with their release info and stuff

[@chalky7319]

Well based on your reply and the fact that they're on sale here in the UK now, I went ahead and bought them in the banned colourway and I love them. I love the nostalgia factor and that they're not a 'complicated' shoe. I trained in them for the first time today and they were great! They just do what they need to do. Thanks Jake 🇬🇧🤜🏼💥

[@paultaylor7929]

For me, it's a huge disappointment. We didn't get the Metcon 10 at all in August! I don't understand why they re-released the first version of the shoes. Like, why? They're already available in stores! It feels like Nike is running out of steam and doesn't know how to innovate. They don't know what to do. The first sign was with the Metcon 8, and the Metcon 9 was a total disaster! And Nike knows it very well. I really expected Nike to step up and finally make a shoe that would become as popular as the older versions. Unfortunately, Nike released nothing. They just re-released the same shoe from 2015, with no innovation. Seriously?

[@thatfitfriend]

I hear you, but I'd also say...why do we need to innovate every year when things are working well. For example, Nike should bring back their older Metcons and simply offer wider options and they'll be better off than what they've built the last 3 years with the Metcon 7-9, ya know? I get your frustration, ngl. Feel like they're def losing steam

[@MrMeMyselfandI]

We’re gonna get the Metcon Free. I think Nike Metcon line is gonna be shelved and that’s why we’re getting LeBron training shoe. They’re gonna use the name to sell product instead of giving us a quality product - I’m currently looking for a Metcon 6 because the Drop In System is perfect for me

[@jjballers81]

Where can you buy the metcon 1s at?

[@thatfitfriend]

@@jjballers81 Nike’s site should have them! Dicks sports goods may have some, too

[@CraigL37]

Metcon 6 the best

[@MarkPisoni-n6b]

How is the width Metcon 1 vs 9 ?

[@thatfitfriend]

Both fit wider, the 1 feels a bit wider in the toe box due to their upper, imo!

[@TJ-fj7nn]

I think the Metcon X will be a new design, that's why it's late. Not sure the 9's have sold so well, and Nike wants to have a shoe that's better or as good as the others, and I don't think they're there with the 9.

[@thatfitfriend]

@@TJ-fj7nn I’m hopeful and with you, but isn’t it WILD we haven’t seen any leaks yet? It’s nuts. This will be a CRAZY year if they can launch this without anything circulating prior. Have bets on when it will drop/what the changes will be like?

[@christophstar1487]

Nano 2.0 or Metcon 1 OG ?

[@thatfitfriend]

Ohhh, Metcon 1!

[@christophstar1487]

@@thatfitfriendnice

[@jnas13]

$190 CAD here 😢Hoping to get my birthday discount email from Nike in a month if they are still in stock.

[@thatfitfriend]

Shheeeesh. That’s ridiculous.

[@jnas13]

@@thatfitfriend luckily was just able to score them at 25% off, but can’t decide between TTS or 1/2 size up. TTS is like a vice grip on the toes for width but length is perfect, even with the broken in Metcon React midsole in. But 1/2 up width is perfect but maybe a tad long. Does the upper break in and open up at all? I wear TTS is Haze, Metcon7 (which feels wider than these), TRB4, and Nano2

[@drevil2675]

When I tried metcon 9 and saw this metcon 1 banned, I knew why nike was in down trending . So disappointed. Metcon 8 or Dropset is a much better choice .

[@thatfitfriend]

Hear that

[@Rob3rtbirdman]

I must agree with you. The metcon 9 is a disappointment as compared to older metcon models. And there’s no sign of the metcon 10. I do hope nike gets it right with the 10.

[@thatfitfriend]

Isn't that crazy? Why have seen nothing about the 10 yet? I'm really hoping they flip the script and take it from the top.

[@singhonlo67]

Can't they reintroduce Romaleo 2? It will fly off the shelves like hot cakes. I have two pairs of Metcon 9 and I dont care much about Metcon 1.

[@thatfitfriend]

If they were smart they would…I don’t get why they don’t just keep that model alive in a legacy form

[@cld88808]

Metcon 6 is the best -0 drop for gym /

[@thatfitfriend]

6s were great, 4mm drop with insole in, 0 with it out if that’s what you mean!

[@leonelbustosb]

The ankle sucks are painful to my eyes….and I am 40

[@thatfitfriend]

Dope, your opinion is irrelevant 🫡

[@jimiade398]

Metcons peak at 4s in my opinion

[@thatfitfriend]

Oh 1000000%. I keep my old pair mint

[@johnnyr-518]

Most of the shoes reviewed here are not for flat footed people. Are there any shoe recommendation for guys with flat feet? 😢

[@thatfitfriend]

@@johnnyr-518 yeah…you’ll be hard pressed getting that from Nike. I mention some models being okay for flat feet, what do you currently wear?

[@johnnyr-518]

@@thatfitfriend i'm currently using a nimbus 26 from asics for hiit because I cannot find a training shoe that is comfortable. For lifting I just do it barefoot

[@robertcooper7827]

@@johnnyr-518I have super flat wide feet and the best shoes I’ve found overall for feel have been the born primitive savage 1s. Very light but still solid for lifting and plenty of toe box room and no arch support to rub against my non existent arch