Nobull Trainer in Sky ($129)
If you walked into a CrossFit box anytime after 2021, odds are you saw at least a dozen athletes rocking Nobull trainers. In March of that year, Nobull became the official footwear (and apparel) brand of CrossFit, which results in athletes at every stage of competition choosing to don their dogs in the simple shoes.
Due to the partnership, a lot of CrossFit Games athletes compete in Nobull shoes. But actually, the flat, special-feature-free trainers are best for people who are new to functional fitness. As it goes, the Nobull Trainers are like cheese pizza — while good for someone wanting something simple, they don't have the extra pepperoni many people crave.
These puppies feature a 4 mm heel drop that's nice for Olympic Lifting, as well as a lightweight construction that makes them ideal for both plyometrics. Missing from these shoes are fancy features that higher-level athletes want but beginner CrossFitters simply don't need. For instance: an encased toe bed for toe-to-bar, heel glide for handstand push-ups, and extra protection for rope climbs.
All this is to say, if you want a simple, sleek CrossFit shoe and don't need all the bells and whistles, this could be your ideal pick — and you'll still look damn good. With high-top styles and a whopping 365 colorways, you have plenty of aesthetics to choose from.
Additional details: Sizes: W 5-11 | Colorways: 365
