Lift heavier. Sprint faster. Ruck harder. And look cool doing it. The new standard in functional fitness footwear with 3X Support™ and 3X Stability for all three (3) of your arches, making them the best workout shoes for men and women ever created.
Features
Engineered Warp Knit and 1800D CORDURA Ballistic Nylon Upper. Anatomically Molded TPU Heel Counter. Lace-Lock Eyelets. Wide Toe Box. Custom High Density Insert. 8mm Heel-to-Toe Drop. Gradient Density EVA Midsole. Triple Compound Rubber Outsole.
Specs and Materials
Upper: Engineered Knit, 1800D CORDURA
Gradient Density EVA Midsole
Triple Compound Rubber Outsole
8mm heel-to-toe drop
Weight (size W11): 0.675 lbs (10.8 ounces)
Built in Vietnam
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GORUCK navy blue ballistic trainer shoe with gold accents and white sole, side view
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Two people rucking with GORUCK sandbags while exercising on a turf field outdoors
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GORUCK rucking shoe in navy blue on gravel trail, close-up of feet
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Woman running outdoors in GORUCK weighted vest and shorts during rucking workout
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Two women rucking with GORUCK backpacks in front of a fire truck at a fire station
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GORUCK Ballistic Trainer navy athletic shoe with gold accents and white sole
Women's Ballistic Trainers - Navy + White + Gold
Regular price$130.00
Regular priceSale price$130.00
THE GORUCK SPEARHEAD
“The GORUCK Tough patch is not for sale. It takes inspiration from the First Special Service Force’s spearhead, and the only way to earn it is to pass the GORUCK Challenge.
The Force was a joint Canadian-American commando unit formed in 1942. ‘The name ‘First Special Service Force’ was selected to cover an assault force whose handful of men would carry considerable automatic-fire power. It sounded innocent enough…’ However, the Force earned the nickname Devil’s Brigade for its devastation of Axis powers in WWII. Though its history is a short one, modern day Canadian and American special operations trace their heritage to this unit.”
- Jason McCarthy, 10th Special Forces Group, 2006-08
Barbells. Sandbags. Sprinting. Rucking. Up-down-left-right-lift-toss … rinse and repeat.
To push past your limits in garages and driveways and in fields and on asphalt the world over — you need a stable platform, and you need more support from your fitness & weight training shoes.
When you run, you need support. When you lift, you need support. When you flex, you need support.
the ballistic breakdown
it's science.
To build the Ballistic Trainers™, we took everything that works (and nothing that doesn't) about existing functional fitness shoes and combined it with proven science of proper under foot support.
UPPER // Dual Material Construction (1) Breathable + Flexible Knit (2) Tough Ballistic Nylon
Seamless, one-piece engineered warp knit covers the entire forefoot giving you plenty of breathability and flexibility without cramping your toes. The lace area, midfoot and heel is built from two panels of Special Forces grade Ballistic nylon offering ballistic protection with additional structure and stability in the midfoot and heel.
Flexible + cushioned forefoot
The forefoot area is resilient and flexible, providing excellent cushioning and rebound from strike to recovery when running, jumping or performing other explosive movements.
firm + stable heel
The firm heel keeps you grounded on a stable platform when lifting or squatting and the 8mm lift maintains your center of gravity for a versatile mechanical advantage.
Grippy, high-traction forefoot
The forefoot rubber is formulated for increased grip in any environment — wet and dry, inside or out.
hardened midfoot for rope climbs
The midfoot rubber is formulated from a rock climbing compound for the best abrasion resistance and long term durability — ideal for rope climbs.
dense, durable heel for pavement pounding
The rubber in the heel is dense, tough and won't wear down after miles of running or rucking.
Overall rating: 4.748061 / 5 from 4255 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
These ballistic trainers offer a blend of comfort, support, and durability. They feature a wide toe box for breathability, a custom high-density insert for arch support, and a gradient density EVA midsole for cushioning and stability. The ballistic nylon upper provides abrasion resistance, while the triple compound rubber outsole ensures grip and durability.
"The high arch insole and wide toe box fit my feet perfectly when oreder 1/2 size larger than normal." — DANIEL S.
"Perfect fit, great arch support, look great- my 4th pair- very consistent quality and fit" — Steven S.
"Loving these shoes…Great look, comfort and stability!" — Nate C.
Reviews
Best Exercise Shoe Ever
"These shoes have provided stability and comfort beyond any expectations. I put them on and never notice I’m wearing shoes. Once they’re back in stock I’m buying two more pairs."
— Cameron M. (5/5)
"This shoe is a great design, and holds up. I use mine mostly in the gym/weight training. I was fortunate to get a pair of running shoes from GoRuck. Definitely my go to shoe's. Can't wait to see what else GoRuck comes out with next season."
— Kimberly (5/5)
I was missing out! Great find
"I am really happy with these shoes. Somehow, I never knew they existed, but I'm glad I know now. I wanted a trainer for weight-training days, but not something too specific, since I don't lift very heavy. I often do bodyweight or a mix of bodyweight and other exercises. These are great all-around shoes so far. They feel durable, fit right, and have good support."
— Michele F. (5/5)
Dynamic workout shoes
"Really good stability during workouts, I was surprised because running has been always an issue with other shoes and this ones are really comfortable. Love it, I’ll order more!"
— Johanna G. (5/5)
Great little trainer
"So I bought 3 pairs of these shoes in the ridiculously good sale. Comfy direct from the box, suitable for casual smart work as well as everyday & exercise so I should think they're good travel shoes (light weight, fast drying etc). An error on the order was swiftly & generously dealt with, excellent customer service. Looking forward to the EU website re-stock - US/EU sites showing a lot of Sold Out right now. Definitely shop Goruck again (I also have the old Echo bought about 12 yrs ago)."
— Dr P. (5/5)
Stable and versatile!
"Love these trainers - this is my 3rd pair. I use for rucking, CrossFit and strength training. They provide enough stability for squatting moderate weight, while being versatile enough for the 2x1 mile Murph runs. They also look good for casual wear with some Simple lightweight or mid-weight Toughdry pants."
— Scott K. (5/5)
Good trainers but laces need work
"The shoe itself is very well built but for some reason those laces always moves from one side to the other side. This is a bit irritating as it has to be adjusted all the time. I’ve owned these before and they do last much longer than other brand trainers. I also like how they mold to your feet as you use them."
— Carl C. (4/5)
Perfect
"Dressy enough to throw a blazer on and wear them for work. Functional enough I don’t have to pack another pair of shoes."
— David L. (5/5)
Durable, Versatile and Comfrotable
"Used these as my primary pair of shoes while underway during my time on a submarine. They stood up to being used for 16+ hour days and still held up as my go to training shoes. After 2 years they're still going strong which is usually a problem with my large and wide feet (Typically wear a 14 wide). Most shoes squeeze them and end up busting at the seems but I'm still wearing these as my primary training footwear."
— Quincey P. (5/5)
Great trainers
"About 2 weeks in these trainers. Very impressed with the comfort and arch support. I wasn’t sure about the hard mid-sole and heel before getting the shoes, but really like it after wearing them."
As an American business with Special Forces roots, we are proud to donate 1% of our annual top line revenue to non-profit partners who support those who serve.
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