INOV-8 F-FLY REVIEW | Strongest Hybrid Shoes Out Right Now?

[@sufh2928]

I got mine and they are insanely comfortable and stable! Nice wide toe box, truly the best hybrid workout shoe I have tried on 🙌🏼

[@MadLadsAnonymous]

how's cushioning?

[@thatfitfriend]

Let's go! Love hearing that.

[@thatfitfriend]

Wicked bouncy for "feeling" a little more minimalist compared to other running shoes

[@godfather2004]

Solid review as usual! I am almost fully transitioned to 0 drop shoes but I might consider these for certain activities. Is there any arch in it? I definitely can't deal with that anymore. Also I can't wait for the full review of the Bare XF!

[@thatfitfriend]

Not really - I think you'd be okay with them. I have it ready just trying to space out content a bit :)

[@SalSomma-dp1vl]

Got mine this week. My other main shoe is the Haze trainer. These are fantastic, super agile and great for mixed classes. Stable enough.

[@thatfitfriend]

Heck yeah, love hearing that. Great lineup right there

[@backlash79]

Great shoe, picked them up after seeing this, over 45 days now.

[@thatfitfriend]

Ayyy, let's go!

[@tuckertech]

I’m excited to get this shoe. Focusing on running more right now but after my race I’m excited to get back to cross training.

[@thatfitfriend]

Stoked you won the gift card for them :)

[@tuckertech]

@@thatfitfriendme too! Thanks so much again. I’ll make sure to post on SM once they arrive.

[@benster5]

Just got mine. Looking forward to breaking it in.

[@thatfitfriend]

Keep me posted!!

[@acecarlo11]

Hi Jake, what do you think about this shoe for travelling? Apart from being good in the gym, would these be comfortable for all day wear and walking 20-30k steps a day?

[@thatfitfriend]

100% should be fine!

[@acecarlo11]

@@thatfitfriend just got my pair and these are fantastic. Thanks Jake!

[@thatfitfriend]

@@acecarlo11 ayyy! Love hearing it. Wearing mine on my coffee walk now, too

[@XRP_NP]

Since training for your first Hyrox event, has this been your shoe of choice, or another?

[@thatfitfriend]

Yes, it has! Will be rocking these for the race in Feb! I love them, but I also need to compete before speaking on other models. I'm also not a fan of super shoes/carbon plates so I'm a bit bias on that front.

[@kardslistening8365]

I'm in love with my F-Lite 235 but they are so hard to find now. How do these compare? Any recc's for someone that loves the 235?

[@thatfitfriend]

@@kardslistening8365 they’re pretty comparable with their vibe and weight, but the midsole will be a smidge more plush! Worth stocking up if you can find the 235s imo!

[@chickendiablo908]

Great review again! Would you say these would be great for treadmill only sprints/intervals and shorter treadmill runs (5-10k)?

[@thatfitfriend]

Yep, should be okay! And thank you!

[@chickendiablo908]

@@thatfitfriend awesome thanks! Just ordered them, gonna be my first Inov8 shoes, hope I got the sizing right 😬

[@e.l.2386]

Do you think this one is different enough from the Savage One from Born Primitive to justify having both?

[@MadLadsAnonymous]

I'm probably going to sell the S1 and grab these; they seem way to have more midfoot volume.

[@thatfitfriend]

I do! I'll use my BP Savage 1 for workouts where I'm rope climbing and tugging heavy or doing heavier legs. These are perfect for hybrid and athletic days where you want more bounce and responsiveness!

[@arc9267]

Great review brother! How does this stack against UA's Tribase Reign 6?

[@thatfitfriend]

These = workouts with more running TriBase = blend of lifting/cross-training/CF can't go wrong with either, imo. Just depends how you're training!

[@ldub1234]

Which one is better for some lateral work - Inov-8 F-Fly or Altra Solstice XT 3?

[@thatfitfriend]

Solstice XT 3 takes the edge slightly

[@simonpowell6127]

Great review, Jake, as ever. My pair are on order and should be with me next week. Bought off the back of some great advice from, er, you! Will let you know how I get on with them. Intending them as my potential Hyrox shoe for the November Hyrox in Paris. If they work out in training, I may well be in the market for a second pair for the event itself. I got black - white look cool, but I suspect they will look pretty manky pretty soon for me, as I do most of my training outdoors. Cheers, pal.

[@thatfitfriend]

Hell yeah, you'll have to keep me posted on how you like them. Stoked for your feedback on these. Thank you for checking out the video!

[@simonpowell6127]

@@thatfitfriend Hi Jake. Wanted to let you know I have now tried these out for a few Hyrox training sessions, including sled pushes and pulls, and they seem like the perfect Hyrox shoe. No slipppage at all on the sled pushes and pulls, which was the issue for me with my Inov-8 Bare XF and Vivos. Also nice and light for the runs, and - like you - I love the Boomerang insert. So, just a note to thank you again for suggesting these, and for your reviews of the F-Fly (and your reviews generally). Really excellent content and advice, including on sizing (I actually sized down a half size from my Inov-8 Bare XF, and that works perfectly for me, but I reckon my usual size would have worked ok - the new Boomerang insert takes a little size out of the shoe, I find). Off the back of all this I am thinking of getting myself a second pair of the F-Fly, maybe in white this time, and hold them back for the event itself or indoor training prior, and continue to use my black pair outdoors. Anyhoo, thanks a ton, bud. Appreciate all the work you do for the community, and wanted to give you my detailed feedback. Cheers!

[@pranaygotnochill]

love your reviews, i have been hooked because I want a perfect gym shoe.

[@thatfitfriend]

Thank you!

[@pranaygotnochill]

@@thatfitfriend was wondering would your tier-list for hybrid shoes changed? I finalized the F-Fly because I do take gym seriously, but I need a shoe that I also can run 3-4 miles in.

[@thedude1325]

I've got mine thanks to this review, and whilst they're great for wide feet I have been getting a lot of heel pain in my right foot, which I've seen others have reported too. Seems to be alright when working out, but it's when I am walking I get this heel pain which subsequently rides up to my hamstring. I'll probably need to return them, which is a shame because they seem like great shoes!

[@thatfitfriend]

Awe man, I’m so bummed to hear that. Question, have you been running in them and are you a heel striker? I’m starting to connect some dots with these for hybrid users and it’s seeming that the heel strike crowd is feeling this the most.

[@backlash79]

I've been trying to put them through the paces and so far they are great. I'm the last 3 weeks I've put miles in these and they are more comfortable than the Haze and Vimana! Not a lot of heavy stuff since I either strained my lower abdomen or I have a hernia (waiting on CT scan) but the stuff I have done in the gym with them they have been great

[@thatfitfriend]

Dang, hope the abdomen stuff isn't too serious. Stoked these have been hitting for you!

[@ADyess086]

I was actually curious how these compared to the haze trainer?

[@nicky_rads]

Very impassioned review ! Looking at this for their versatility, and wider toe box compared to the Nike Air Zooms sounds like a great selling point. Thanks !

[@thatfitfriend]

They're solid and don't miss, imo. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@TooMuchToThink1]

Which do you think is the best for the following use case: standing/walking mostly with some occasional jogs (4-5x/week, 1-3 miles/session) with some lifting (squats/deadlifts/compound moves). Someone with a wider foot and like Altras for their wide toe box and 0 heel to toe drop Debating between your reviews on: Adidas Rapidmoves Innov-8 F-Fly UA Reign 6

[@Younghoon15]

How do you think these shoes will be with road running and daily wear? I'm considering either this shoe or the strike mvmnt transit street trainer

[@thatfitfriend]

They've done well for me thus far! Have logged a good amount of miles in these puppies. Can't go wrong with either, tbh.

[@Dolphinado]

Just tried these out recently! There’s a lot I like, but at least for me in size 13 the shoes had too much upper volume and the toe box felt too big for me, which was sorta surprising as someone with somewhat wide, flat feet. I’m hoping the 12.5 will fit better, but at least in my size these seem maybe not the most true to size? For comparison I found the UA Reign 6 to have a perfect amount of upper volume, but I definitely have more spillover in the midfoot - not enough for me to not use them, but enough that I wanted to try the Inov8s

[@thatfitfriend]

Could be! The more spacious upper may be why they feel bigger in this context. Keep me posted!

[@tkc415]

Thanks to your reviews, i've narrowed it down to the nano x3 and these (leaning towards these) -- which do you think would work better with inserted superfeet insoles?

[@thatfitfriend]

These would be better, imo!

[@joshpeel7084]

How was the fit for everyone just tried on size 11 but seems abit tight on length but ive not broke them in

[@thatfitfriend]

@@joshpeel7084 if you’re spilling over, then I’d go up a half size before you break em in so an exchange is easier

[@ZP0X1]

Are these the lightest crossfit shoes on the market?

[@thatfitfriend]

Pretty much! All inov8 models run lighter!

[@ZP0X1]

I'm looking for a very light shoe for workouts with double unders, box jumps etc. Would you recommend this shoe or the 235 V3 or a completely different model? Thanks:) ​@@thatfitfriend

[@NewGunEnthusiast]

New sub- I’ve been binging your videos on shoe reviews. Trying to find a hybrid and this might be it! I’ve seen a TON of other shoe review channels, but always drawn back to yours. No shade thrown at anyone else, but I appreciate the information and format of your videos. Thank you for what you do and your excellence of the craft!

[@thatfitfriend]

Heck yeah, that's sick! Appreciate you spending some time checking out the content. Give a shout if you ever need help!

[@NewGunEnthusiast]

@@thatfitfriend hey!! Okay so I’m overstimulated in the shoe market now and need help! Thought I’d end up with the f-flys but second guessing everything. With that said, I currently have metcon 6s. I bought those years ago without doing research but they’ve served me well for the heavier lifts (but I don’t love them). Looking to replace them, but with a shoe that’s a little more versatile. After watching the drop set 2 v reign 6 video I think I’ve labeled my search down to them, but because I’m buying online I need your wisdom. You said true to size, but wanted to check- I wear a 12 in my metcon 6 and they fit fine. Would you recommend a 12 in the reign 6 or drop set 2? I don’t usually comment on videos so I apologize for dropping this one on the incorrect video! Really appreciate your insights and damn dude, your physique is awesome!

[@jasongao1932]

how do they do for court sports?

[@thatfitfriend]

Not the best, upper lacks security for that context!

[@prongpraison8463]

What’s the best for wide, flat feet shoes for CrossFit?

[@thatfitfriend]

These can work, VIKTOS Core Gym and Born Primitive Savage 1 also work great!

[@MrHydevsDrJekyll]

I’m typically a size 11 across the board. However, some training shoes like under Armour Tribase and Reebok nanos 10.5 seem work the best due to a wider toe box. What size would you recommend?

[@thatfitfriend]

I'd try 10.5 in these then!

[@MrHydevsDrJekyll]

@@thatfitfriend thanks! I ordered off Amazon as you rec for easy returns. FYI, Love your reviews

[@thatfitfriend]

@@MrHydevsDrJekyll hell yeah! Keep me posted. Thank you 🤝

[@MrHydevsDrJekyll]

@@thatfitfriend I certainly will. So far my favorite training shoe of all I’ve tried are the haze trainers. I’m looking for something that allows for running/lifting combo. Fingers crossed

[@thatfitfriend]

@@MrHydevsDrJekyll these should hit if they fit your feet well

[@zerok626]

Would these work well when sprinting on a treadmill?

[@thatfitfriend]

Should be fine!

[@yellowtoblerone]

0:33 i do not know how people can do that without their knees feeling like they're going to separate

[@thatfitfriend]

Haha, build up those adductors!

[@johnu8539]

Jake i need help what can you recommend as the best shoes for grip on the floor close to the ground 4mm heel drop mainly just for deadlifts and squats planted solidly on the ground i dont do running or crossfit so solely just for lifting heavy. i dont like barefoot shoes and squat shoes i prefer 4mm drop even if comfort wise not so good im okay with it. Thanks

[@thatfitfriend]

Born Primitive Savage 1 should fit those asks really well for you, imo! NOBULL Trainer could also be a viable option

[@johnu8539]

@@thatfitfriendThank you!

[@gemi03]

How about normal foot, is it fit for normal foot? I am looking for new shoe replace my nano 8. But nano x4 seems narrow than usual, so i am watching your videos for some reference

[@thatfitfriend]

Should work fine! I'd also look into the Dropset Trainer 2 and Born Primitive Savage 1 if you like more width and need it for lifting / CF!

[@gemi03]

I still have one more question. My nano 8 is women size 6.5 (23.5cm), but there is about 1.3cm space after heel, so I am wondering if i should size down to 6. If I choose inv8, should I still choose size 6.5 or 6?

[@salsapicante]

I just got these in my size and I felt like my toe was going over the rubber in the front of the shoe. Is that normal for this brand? My nano 2's dont feel that snug.

[@thatfitfriend]

Hmm, how much room do you have at the end of your toe box? That’s not super normal, imo

[@strongnerd4638]

Ok… just watched this…. Torn between this and the Reign 6… I know they’re diff but these seem to be more of what I’m looking for…. I just really like the Reign 6 as well. Lol. Decisions! Decisions!

[@thatfitfriend]

Haha, they’re both great - just diff applications to some extent!

[@Reppintimefitness]

Jake 💯

[@thatfitfriend]

Appreciate you!

[@trixie9867]

jff 🐾

[@stopfollowingme2391]

Wanted to love these. Unfortunately the left heel cup just feels too narrow. Like I feel the edges of the insole on each step. Anyone else have the same experience? Any suggestions for a comparable alternative?

[@thatfitfriend]

Ah, the narrow feel can be a turnoff for some for anatomies. You’re not alone there. If you want a wide toe box generalist model, Altra Solstice XT 2 can be decent If you want a wide toe box model with a bias for lifting and crossfit, the F-Lite max has been solid