The Greatest Weightlifting Shoe Of All Time

[@imitatsiya]

those quad sweeps are to kill for

[@AaSpike17]

I remember when everyone was on the fence about these until Ilya started rocking the black ones.

[@sikastrength]

It was because rom 1s SUCKED, they were so heavy.

[@DredFulProductions]

These shoes are 100% wasted on me but goddamn does it feel good to put them on

[@sikastrength]

If you're training in them you've earned them 🥰

[@BUMPER_PLATE_BANDIT]

I ABSOLUTELY Agree On The Backsquat Feeling‼️ For Some Odd Reason The Rom 2s Are Perfect In Every Way For Weightlifting, But They Lack A Little In The Squats.

[@henry566]

What do they lack, because I’m deciding between these and the luxiaos

[@BUMPER_PLATE_BANDIT]

@@henry566 they dont feel as good as the reebok legacy lifter 3s and the luxios for squatting. the rom2s for squatting doesnt click as good its something in the feel that just doesnt feel 10/10 like some other shoes. But again, for Snatch/CJ they are absolutely100/00 perfect

[@matjusm1]

Love these shoes, have had a pair for 4.5 years and still going strong.

[@ShinSuperSaiyajin]

I have gave away my other pairs of weightlifting shoes but I will never give away my already-retired Roma 2s. That pair has a special place in my heart and my shelf

[@ojmay...]

I think theres 15 different colors of rom 2, i currently own 7 of them. One day I'll have the full set

[@nathanielhegge5582]

You’re the reason no one can get them anymore. Watch your back laddie.

[@christopherroberts2500]

I believe there are 12 Rom 2 colourways, and 7 of the Rom 1 (that I can see, but some are so rare you'll NEVER see them.) I've got 11/12 for the 2s, just need me a pair of pinkies in 11.

[@sikastrength]

Someone is fuming right now 😤 🤣

[@andrewmorgan2548]

😂 gotta catch em all!

[@Kobe005]

I'd never thought to describe myself as obscure, but that fits perfectly.

[@benpoortenga8917]

The orange/blue Rom 2 are definitely the GOAT colorway. I'll admit I paid a little too much for a secondhand pair after watching Lasha crush a snatch session in the training hall with them on. I prefer the Anta 2 for squats though.

[@obiwanquixote8423]

My favorite shoes are probably still my old Adidas Ironwork 2’s.

[@aaronmsteele]

i feel happy to have the same highlighter yellow rom 2s

[@zackariahp1873]

3:29 I literally have that adidas top, love that style of it

[@Zlaterrr]

I bought two pairs of rom 2's when I found them in my size i a webshop. Will be good for years to come.

[@sikastrength]

Nice, I think i have 3 😁

[@the.Aruarian]

@@Zlaterrr Same. I’m alternating between them each session. Considering buying a 3rd as a reserve just in case one gets stolen or something. Or maybe I have a problem 😂

[@Zlaterrr]

@@the.Aruarian I have a white and a black pair, I switch between them every session, but I always use one white and one black shoe. :)

[@the.Aruarian]

@@Zlaterrr That one is so clean. I have two pairs of the red ones.

[@pitzer52]

We need a review of the ASICS

[@keldsports8337]

I found the original 2008 Rom 1s to be superior. The 2s were less quality in a slight but still noticeable way. Never did fully warm up with either tbh, as I have flat feet and it hurt them like hell and the soles were not great. I kept slipping with them on the platform at the CrossFit gym I was training at the time, tho the platform was partly to blame. But, I never had any issues with rubber or gum based soles like the Asics or old Adidas equipment

[@nl5h]

I really love the rom 3 xds. I think i lost the grip on my rom 2s but i still have them

[@mikelynch6758]

what shoe would you suggest for back squats

[@plasmablocks]

Curious how your toe spread/toe stability feels. Do you feel like your toes are stable and not to tight?

[@ridrugo182]

tight af, I had to switch to TYR L-1

[@sikastrength]

The nikes only feel tight when squatting but not during the lifts

[@ayda2876]

what is the best alternative to the rom2s in the current market u think ?

[@thebeyonder4113]

What're your thoughts on the Adipower 1's

[@Waruto]

Are the ROM 2s better than the Tyr L1 Lifter for back squatting?

[@ambidexmed]

Please review the Asics Tow 727!

[@fabriciusbjerre]

What are the best shoes for squats then??

[@thebobman69]

why on earth wont they bring these back out, but they bring out 80s dad shoes for gen x ers

[@CoachBronson]

Love how the ROM2’s fit around my foot but always felt the shape/slant of the heel was lacking. First of all it feels much lower than all the adidas shoes I’ve ever owned, or perhaps it’s the excessive arch support right in the middle of the shoe that does this. It’s like a dividing line straight through the middle of the shoe that forces you to choose either ALL heels or ALL forefoot. Kinda makes me feel like I’m just wearing platform shoes that make me taller but don’t add any effective heel height or increase ankle ROM at all. Perhaps this is only an issue with the larger sizes. My completely unfounded hypothesis is that they designed the slope of the heel to be correct for an average foot size (say a US size 9) such that there was a complete slope from toe up to heel; then any larger sizes they kept the same length of slope and just added on flat at the back, like a sort of “plateau” from midfoot all the way back to heel. Totally conjecture. Still a great shoe. Just not the right heel shape for me.

[@tooblindtofinehome1]

A few people say the Reebok legacy lifter 2s have a similar feel to the ROm 2s. My experience is not trustworthy since the legacy lifter 2s are my first weightlifting shoe but they feel incredibly planted for back squats. Good room for the toes as well. I’d say look into them for a quality shoe since those Rom 2s are no where to be found these days 🥹.

[@christopherroberts2500]

If we're talking just for squats, Reebok LL (1-3) are unparalleled. Not so great in the classic lifts, but for squatting specifically they are GOATed. As someone who has many pairs of Rom 2s, I wouldn't compare them so much. Reeboks feel bigger, firmer, and more planted, whereas the Rom 2s are a better 'all-rounder.'

[@tooblindtofinehome1]

@@christopherroberts2500 thanks for the insight. I’m on my 3rd wear of them and I still haven’t been able to backsquat as much as I could before just yet, but once my body gets calibrated to them it should be fun!

[@emcarpenter5206]

Fellow legacy 2 wearer here, agree they are awesome for squatting, incredibly stable shoe. I like them for classic lifts also but haven't much basis for comparison, these are the only quality shoes I've ever even worn. I just like that the sole is very flat and the heels are very high, suits me well as someone with fairly lacking dorsiflexion.

[@AB-gx5zj]

I've lifted in Rom 2s for some years then (after injury) Legacy 2,3 now Lu Xiaojun shoes. I like the legacy but prefer lu shoes, the latter come closest to Rom 2 feeling for me

[@Mickevostyle]

Solid Algo

[@valkarcy]

What about Antas?

[@mossoconnor4417]

I love the TYR’s but I’m not a weightlifter I just squat HB in them, the room in the toe box is great for stability

[@sikastrength]

Tyrs are nice for sure 👌

[@kgsonly]

if you got a proper bench (mirafit do a good one for like 150 -200 euro) you can easily do 180kg by the end of the year

[@sikastrength]

I like the uncomfortable nature of it

[@kgsonly]

@@sikastrength Fair enough, I look forward to witnessing your journey

[@Runner-Boy]

​@@sikastrengthi got the mira bench its really good 👍 but i recon the wooden bench probably gives you more leg drive

[@padraig9445]

What size SBD sleeve are you Eoin? I got L recently and have 14.5” knees they are tight af on, couldn’t even dream of pulling them on over pants, any advice

[@Antituarec]

Bro try ASICS 727

[@drebaz]

Bought the Tyr, waiting for them to arrive

[@Jeneric81]

Should've waited for the new wooden heel ones coming in a couple of months.

[@drebaz]

@@Jeneric81 here in brazil we do not have all the models to choose from sadly, It was either crossfit shoes or used adidas lmao

[@thegoldfish123]

"Hmmm I agree" he says wearing the same pair of adipowers from 2016

[@henry566]

How is the sizing on these I have a narrow foot and I can wear 12,12.5, or13 not sure what to get

[@ayda2876]

so hard to find them online, and when i do find them they are so expensive or in bad condition

[@thomashoneyman4911]

Question regarding training. What’s the benefit of using BTN Jerks? I’ve only ever done normal jerks from rack/blocks. Tried BTN for the first time the other day and it felt good. Is there much carry over to your front rack jerk?

[@jay17737]

more weight is more better

[@benpeltola1364]

They force you to drive vertically, whereas a close-to-max front rack jerk may result in the dip and/or drive going a bit forward.

[@sikastrength]

Can be useful for extra jerk volume and heavier weights. Very good if you're slow in the dip and drive.

[@Highunderthebar]

does training pecs affect shoulder mobility for Olympic lifting? I have not been training my chest at full intensity for years now but I'd like to know the fact

[@tg16262]

Maybe if your training bench but for strict press push press or dips it should be fine if not beneficial

[@Bmxae]

I don't do much weightlifting but the TYRs are the best I've worn. I just can't do how horribly uncomfortable traditional lifters are. I've got a pair of barely used Adipowers that just sit around.

[@imdibene]

do you favour bp over ohp? I thought that ohp would have a better carry over to wl

[@sikastrength]

No definitely favour ohp but I'm just enjoying benching

[@drago4803]

For me personallu under armour lifting shoes fitted like a glove and if had tried on nike first i would have lost belief on lifting shoes......cuz it didnt help me in anyway....but whereas under armour gave me a enhanced squat experience

[@DanielCho1997]

How long do ROM 2s last? I got the volt rom2s used but they're looking rough

[@sikastrength]

At least 2 years but longer if you're not totally destroying them

[@EuskoViper]

My Rom 2's make a horrible noise when walking and I still use them.

[@sikastrength]

Squeaky noise?

[@LatimusChadimus]

🏋

[@FatalityDiablo]

TYR L-1

[@michamaciag2212]

I prefer 3s, 4s are the worst of Roms.

[@christopherroberts2500]

Controversial, but I agree. I'd still say the 2s are the best of the bunch, but the 4s are objectively the shittiest Romaleo to date. Poor build quality, heel slip, fragile tongue and straps, and just not very 'planted.'

[@sikastrength]

3s??! Controversial

[@michamaciag2212]

@@sikastrength lighter, and looks better :d in the same time they are very durable. ofc XD version.

[@pannonianfit1582]

@@sikastrength everybody bashing poor 3 until Moradi snatches 205 in them

[@Youtuber-ku4nk]

Unfortunately they hurt for wide foot people

[@HarleyBaldwin-ck8wd]

Straps on snatch singles? Why? I understand the usage on pulls or complexes but for singles (or paused doubles etc) there's nothing to be gained and in fact much to be lost - there's a reason why NO high level Weightlifter uses straps on singles (other than preserving hands from injury prior to comp, etc). To many top coaches straps are a crutch and should only be utilized on rare occasions.

[@benjamingrunberg7807]

He doesn't compete, why wouldn't he use straps. You have better technique with straps. If you have good technique and a strong grip, it doesn't matter that much. Example: Klokov best snatch with straps is 206kg, with hookgrip 202.5kg.

[@HarleyBaldwin-ck8wd]

@@benjamingrunberg7807 "better" technique? In what way exactly? I suggest you look at any of the Olympic coaches and see what they say about strap usage. Isn't the point of Weightlifting to challenge yourself, or is it to make things more easy (using aids and crutches to make up for deficiencies). And Klokov isn't Human! Everyone knows that! 🙄🤷🤣

[@benjamingrunberg7807]

@@HarleyBaldwin-ck8wd You relax your arms more! I once missed a weight with straps that I made two days before without a hookgrip.So for me it doesn't matter. But you're probably right! I think it depends on which school it is. The Russians use a lot of straps on snatch singles from the floor but I don't think I've ever seen the Chinese use straps on singles from the floor and neither Lasha. But as I said, I think he doesn't use straps because he doesn't compete and because he practices a lot of technique that his coach Anton has changed. Hope he can answer himself why he doesn't use straps.