Nike  Free Metcon 7 Shoes - Men's

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was really impressed with the fit and feel of the Nike Metcon 7 Men's Training Shoes. They felt stable and supportive during workouts while still being comfortable enough for longer wear. The fit felt secure without being too stiff. I liked the overall design. It has a clean, athletic look and feel durable. The material felt breathable yet sturdy, especially for training and lifting sessions. What I liked most was the balance of comfort and stability during workouts. If I could change one thing, I would make them feel just a little more flexible right out of the box because it took a few times wearing them to loosen up a little. Overall, a great training shoe!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are good shoes for running or training. They fit true to size, have a thick sole, and a breathable mesh upper. I haven’t quite broken them in yet and the shoes are a little stiff, but I feel like they’ll get more comfortable with time. They have a good amount of support for running or hiking and definitely feel very sturdy. One thing I find strange is that the laces are really short.. I wish they were just a little longer so that I could double knot them. The design is relatively basic, but these are a good pair to keep on hand. I plan to bring mine camping later this summer for riverside hikes and walks.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a very versatile shoe that I have worn to cross-train, lift, jog short distances, and even run daily errands. The shoe provides plenty of flexibility and bounce in my HIIT sessions, while the outsole has enough grip to get me through various types of power movements at the gym. Overall, I would say the shoe is lightweight with a good amount of cushioning, but one thing I have found annoying about this shoe is that it squeaks with each step that I take. It could be the upper materials used or the way the lacing is designed. For sizing, I did go with my true to size and the fit was just right. If you want a sturdy training shoe that you can depend on to meet your lifting goals, the 7's are it!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Nike Free Metcon 7s are awesome. They look incredibly sleek without compromising on comfort or support. I have a wider foot and use these for both gym workouts and walking. While they can start to feel a little tight after longer wear, they are overall very comfortable. I usually need wide widths in other brands, so I was really excited that these Nikes still worked well for me while looking great. The breathable design, cushioning, and heel support all feel high quality. My only request would be a slightly wider toe box, or a wide-width option in the future. Overall, I love them!

My initial thought was that these shoes felt really tight on the width of my foot. I use them for ball hockey and lifting weights a few times per week. I understand that ball hockey can be rough on shoes (lots of changing direction), but I was under the impression that these shoes were made to handle that kind of use. They also didn’t perform great right out of the box. They were far less supportive than my old Metcons that I used for years playing ball hockey in. I was mostly disappointed with how the outsole began peeling less than a month after I purchased these though. If you train doing plyometrics or do any agility training these shoes are not made to handle these types of movements and I would steer clear.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been more than impressed with this pair of shoes, and have actually had a problem saving them for the gym. With the wide platform of the midsole paired with the cinching wrap of the upper, these make for a great stable platform. For weightlifting, or for standing all day on my feet in a hospital setting, these have shown me that a purposefully built shoe can beat out a generic running shoe any day. I love the fit, and they fit true to size, with a comfortable upper and firm base. The materials all feel top quality, and my black-on-black ones make for a simple and understated aesthetic. I would highly recommend a pair of these.

I'm a big fan of the Free Metcons, so I was excited for this release. But I'm honestly let down. This is just my opinion, of course, but after wearing it for several workouts, for me the shoe is stiff, bulky, and doesn't feel or act like a Free Metcon. The 7's seem vastly less flexible and versatile as the Free Metcon 6's. Nike went away from the bootie construction and the tongue on the 7's is bulky and becomes uncomfortable if it shifts during a workout. Nike also added bands that extend from the laces to the soles and when doing lunges, or other moves that require a bent, flexible foot, these bands will pinch the foot. Sorry, Nike, this one's a miss for me.

Love the shoe. Great responsiveness comfortable to walk and train in. Wish they came in Flyknit. Also wish that Metcon’s came out in flying it again. As well as outdoor training shoes.

I was recommended the Nike Free Metcon 7 Men’s Training Shoes for gym training, and while I can see why they appeal to many athletes, they unfortunately weren’t the right fit for my needs. I found the sole quite firm and unforgiving, particularly when it came to comfort, mobility and overall support during training sessions. As someone who values stability and ease of movement in the gym, I eventually opted for the Nike Pegasus Premium instead, which offered a far more cushioned and versatile experience for my training needs. The Free Metcon 7 has a strong, durable design, but for me personally, it lacked the comfort and responsiveness I was looking for, hence the three-star rating.

I really like the fit, feel, and design; they’re comfortable and great to train in. That said, I started experiencing wear-related issues after only 4.5 months of regular gym use. I reached out to support about this, but was told it falls under normal wear and tear. It’s disappointing because I’d expect them to last longer than this. Still a good trainer overall, just wanted to share my honest experience.