AVANCUS APEX POWER V2/HIGH TOP | Overview & Radix Comparison

[@rebeccaprange9310]

Dude! Excited to find you. No other shoe review person has been this specific about feet. I have very wide, EEE+ and tall mid foot. No one gets how hard it is to find shoes that fit. Thank you for what appears to be an insane commitment to show reviews.

[@thatfitfriend]

Ay, welcome! Yeah, I can imagine it's a struggle finding options for that context.

[@bradevans8714]

Been planning on buying some avancus. Never felt the need for hi top, but when I saw earlier this week that they'd be releasing, I'm now on the fence. They look pretty nice.

[@thatfitfriend]

Right? It's like a more dialed wrestling shoe/Converse Chuck Taylor High!

[@SoberBangBangVeteran]

Just had to shout out about your review of those white hi tops are 🔥 Your breakdown was legit, I see what you're saying about the laces too. Appreciate the video, bro. Keep hitting those squats and deadlifts! I enjoyed the detailed insights in this review.

[@thatfitfriend]

Thank you! In a nasty hybrid phase of training so it's been fun playing with running volume and lifting intensity and seeing where my thresholds exist. Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@kageofspades]

Great review Jake, thanks for all your insights

[@thatfitfriend]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@vincekang4282]

Fire Video as always

[@thatfitfriend]

Thank you, my friend!

[@zachanderson9649]

I appreciate the high top review. I don't like high tops but it's nice to see the variety.

[@thatfitfriend]

Thanks, brotha!

[@Avancus]

Thank you for the in-depth review, Jake!

[@thatfitfriend]

More content to come, good iterations, y'all.

[@Orly90]

Question. I wear different sizes in different brands. I wear a 9.5 US Male for Brookes, what would you suggest I'd order for your band?

[@Avancus]

@@Orly90 9.5 US Men's!

[@Orly90]

@@Avancus thanks!👍

[@mcmjr405]

I’m definitely looking forward to getting a pair of the high tops! I’ve been waiting for this review and their release! How do they compare to say, old school Otomix shoes if you are familiar with those?

[@thatfitfriend]

These are wider with better grip. I don't love the Otomix shoes, tbh - that may be a controversial take, tho. They're kind of ugly and are basically wrestling shoes, lol.

[@montaellisforprez]

Hey Jake, great review. I’m an avid barefoot shoe user who uses Xero 360s to play tennis. Always on the lookout for a shoe with a bit more cushioning and sole durability. How do you think this compares to the 360s for court sports like tennis?

[@thatfitfriend]

These won't have more cushioning that you're after. I'd honestly look into the Inov8 Bare XF for that ask. Their Boomerang insole is a little more forgiving

[@Mohandraa]

How do these fare as basketball shoes? I've been searching for a barefoot/wide toe box basketball shoes but I haven't found any

[@thatfitfriend]

I can't really speak defintivetly to that since I haven't tested them in that vertical and don't want to blow smoke, but I feel like the high-top would be solid. Enough ankle support like traditional basketball shoes and good grip.

[@checkup88]

When comparing Avancus Apex Power V2 and Notorious Lift Radix, which one would you say has the wider toe box?

[@thatfitfriend]

AVANCUS by a smidge, but I think that's also due to the upper having a tad more volume!

[@jonahmfunk9744]

I’m not a high top guy but as somebody who plays indoor volleyball, these look like they might be the move

[@thatfitfriend]

Very interesting move, indeed.

[@firstlast2386]

It has lateral support and traction. Its not a barefoot shoe. ​@DaveSmith-v3t

[@AudreyYun]

i like the more structured look of the avancus. would you say there's any difference in regards to which would fit wider avancus or radix? I have VERY wide feet...

[@thatfitfriend]

These feel a smidge wider than the Radix, HOWEVER, I think that's because they run longer. In terms of pure width at base of forefoot etc. they're pretty similar

[@daveyadict_]

I really like the look of these high tops

[@thatfitfriend]

I like the look of you

[@BasementBrandon]

I can do a how to put on shoes tutorial 😝

[@thatfitfriend]

Don’t twist my arm to come back and visit…

[@kennykim5987]

Hi Jake, thanks for the great review! I have seen other reviews mentioning the size difference between the lows and the high tops. They were noticing the highs are slightly bigger. Have you also noticed any size difference? I am wearing size 42 V1s and it is very tight with almost no room, even with thin socks. Should I go with 43 for the high tops? Thanks!

[@thatfitfriend]

Eh, I'd prob go 42 in the high-top. You should be okay. 43 would be the safe bet, though, if you're nervous! Either way, I think you'd be aight

[@BuffaloBarbell]

I have questions about the Radix vs Aerolux. I’ve run through the tread on two pairs of Bearfoot Ursus specifically on bench within a year. I rely on a lot of grip with my leg drive. My question is which tread feels better and which feels like it’s gonna run down faster?

[@thatfitfriend]

Go for the Radix or cop the AVANCUS. These models won't miss for you, imo

[@Allan_Garcia]

Definitely checking out the mid tops. How does your link work? How does the 10% get applied?

[@thatfitfriend]

I believe it's auto applied, or it's "TF2" or "thatfitfriend" - I'm not sure, LOL. If those don't work, then I'd use "WOOLSON" or one of the athlete's codes to support them. Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@M4ver1ck01]

Is this better than traditional weight lifting shoes with heel elevated? I box squat and stiff leg deadlift unsure if these are the right move. I do wear barefoot shoes rest of the time in all aspects of life. However my weightlifting shoes are size up on purpose for toe space. :) any advice would be welcomed love the video thank you 🙏🏻

[@thatfitfriend]

It depends on whatever you perform best. You don't need a heel elevated shoe by any means. If your mechanics are fine with what you're doing, then I'd stay the course

[@Willowfeather]

Hi! Do you know how the V2s compare to Notorious lift Gen 3s for powerlifting (especially sumo)? Which one is grippier and has a wider toe box? Thanks!! love the reviews

[@thatfitfriend]

Both are great. AVANCUS has a bit more upper volume if you need that, though.

[@Willowfeather]

@@thatfitfriend Thanks! I don't quite get what you mean by upper volume though. Is it the firmness of the upper part of the shoe? or the space inside the shoes above the toes?

[@maydee3000]

i have the radix and the back has this hard edge that rubs against my ankles to the point of bleeding; would the avancus be better for that or is it just a question of breaking them in?

[@thatfitfriend]

@@maydee3000 have your worn longer socks to mitigate this during the break in? The AVANCUS may be similar as their boot can also be pretty rigid. Do you wear other barefoot shoes atm?

[@ronaldcher-i8b]

If I am exactly a 44 euro in sabo what would you recommend for these? If the sabos where any smaller I wouldn't fit in them, but the 44s fit perfectly

[@thatfitfriend]

I'd stay 44s with these!

[@Wemmajimmah]

I noticed these run kinda small too. I just got the blue and white 2.0’s and I normally wear 13 in all shoes but these feel a bit snug around the toes. I’d size up half a size.

[@Wemmajimmah]

If you have a thicker wider foot like me (I’m 290 lbs 6’3”) size up half size i regret not getting 13.5. But these will work once I beat them up a bit.

[@thatfitfriend]

Yeah, I think they'll stretch for you. Interesting you find them snugger, I wonder if there's a discrepancy with larger sizes or because it's a straight 13 versus the 10-10.5.

[@Jantazo]

Would u recommend these for a lot of plyometric training outside on concrete?

[@thatfitfriend]

They should be okay if you're hitting it 1-2x a week, but you may be better served with something like the Inov-8 Bare XF or Xero Shos HFS, though. Only because the grip [lugs] of these will be awesome, but it may actually be too grippy and break down faster from excessive stress.

[@user-gi4kj8um8b]

Which would you say is better for powerlifting? the new 1Hund aerolux or these?

[@thatfitfriend]

These

[@andresamell9367]

goosebumps reading all these comments! love the interaction

[@thatfitfriend]

The community is awesome here, man. For reals.

[@paundra3006]

In terms of traction/grip, which one is more grippy? Avanvus V2 or NL Radix?

[@thatfitfriend]

I'd give the slight edge to AVANCUS because the upper is a little more rigid, but in reality...idt most lifters will reallllyyy notice a difference when training.

[@paundra3006]

@@thatfitfriend thank you👍

[@mr.cambridge1154]

These would be cool to hoop in

[@thatfitfriend]

Right, especially if you're after a barefoot shoe feel

[@drewliftsthings]

Awesome review, just ordered these shoes, Its going to be interesting to see how they do during my strongman training

[@thatfitfriend]

Keep me posted! Keen for your thoughts on how they hold up and fare for that training context. Thank you!

[@Jump_rope_nepal]

I measure my feet in cm is 25.9 cm what size do you recommend me??

[@thatfitfriend]

What do you currently wear and in what size?

[@Jump_rope_nepal]

@@thatfitfriendI wear Avancus 2.0 in 41 size taking out the insole but also my big toes ani little finger touches the front of the shoes ?? So should i size up for v2.5

[@thatfitfriend]

@@Jump_rope_nepal I’d go up then! Sounds like you could use the extra space and that way you wouldn’t have to always take the insole out

[@Jump_rope_nepal]

@@thatfitfriend would 42 will be too big for me or what?? Cause 41 is also fits to me but little bit snug fit ??

[@HickLif3]

Avancus has a 20% militarty discount also too those that care

[@thatfitfriend]

Ayyy good looks!

[@ricyha]

Oh my god, it's not just you. It's a bit tough for me to put these bad boys on too.

[@ricyha]

I leave the first pair of eyelets empty and still have difficulty. I got 10-10.5 and think I should have went larger. But I think I just gotta break them in.

[@thatfitfriend]

I’m glad I’m not alone 😂 I’m leaving mine loose 24/7 to break em in quicker

[@catedoge3206]

got some high tops. fye.

[@joachimmahoudeaux8619]

I’d like to know something: have you ever experienced differences in tackiness/grippiness based on outsole color ? let me explain: the chinese table tennis pros use black rubbers only on the forehand cos’ it generates more spin and control than the red version of the same product, and it’s harder to generate spin and control on forehand in the modern powerfull table tennis, do you think there are differences between white and black or even natural rubber outsoles ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipetaWigrcR7qsUfeature=shared

[@firstlast2386]

Absolutely a difference, my experience with basketball shoes has shown me this. Gum shoe rubber is grippiest, most bite but also most frail. White tends to be stickier vs black but frays easier.

[@mr.cambridge1154]

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