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Ballistic Trainer - Black + Gum

$125.00
$125.00
Color: Black + Gum w/ Black Reflective Spearhead
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Shoe Size: 3 (W5)
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3X Support™ = 3X Stability

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 & CORDURA® Ballistic Nylon Upper
The forefoot is constructed using an engineered warp knit technology which provides a seamless one piece vamp and toe cap while offering areas of reinforced strength and other areas of breathability and flexibility. The lace area, midfoot and heel is made from two panels of CORDURA® Ballistic Nylon — offering the toughest Special Forces grade abrasion resistance against the stresses of rope climbs. This CORDURA® also provides superior midfoot and heel support during dynamic movements.

Anatomically Molded TPU Heel Counter
Anchors your foot with a supportive, injection molded heel counter that stabilizes your heel when you're doing dynamic, load bearing exercises.

Lace-Lock Eyelets
Extra top eyelets can be used to create a tight heel lock — commonly called a runner's loop or lock lace — that prevents heel slippage and excessive movement around the ankle.

Wide Toe Box
Generous forefoot area lets your toes breathe. Over time and distance doing the work at the gym or anywhere you're training, your feet will swell. This extra space, along with the breathable and flexible knit, reduces the friction that can occur if your feet rub against the insides of your shoe.

Custom High Density Insert
Dense, PU foam insert custom made to fit the contours of the foot supporting all three (3) arches of the foot — yes, you have three arches in your foot (the medial longitudinal arch, the lateral longitudinal arch and the anterior transverse arch).

Versatile Heel-to-Toe Drop
Classic powerlifting shoes have a 20mm+ heel-to-toe drop (and meant for nothing else), running shoes are all over the place (according to the latest fad), other functional fitness trainers and some weight training shoes are 4mm (and you can't wait to take them off after the WOD), Chuck T's are zero drop (and painful over all the miles). The 8mm heel-to-toe drop in the Ballistic Trainers™ creates the best biomechanical advantage when lifting heavy loads (squat, clean, snatch) or moving more than 400 meters (running or rucking).

Gradient Density™ EVA Midsole
Two (2) different types of EVA fused together in a smooth gradient from forefoot to heel. High rebound, high flexibility EVA in the forefoot provides cushion and support for explosive movement. Firm, stable EVA in the heel provides a stable platform to keep you grounded when lifting or squatting.

Triple Compound Rubber Outsole
Three (3) different rubber compounds form a single, seamless rubber outsole. Forefoot rubber is formulated for increased grip while the heel area is dense and won't wear down after miles of running or rucking. The midfoot is formulated from a rock climbing compound and hardened for exceptional abrasion resistance — ideal for rope climbs.

Specs + Materials
  • Upper Specs + Materials: Engineered Knit, CORDURA®
  • Gradient Density™ EVA Midsole
  • Triple Compound Rubber Outsole
  • Custom High Density Insert included
  • 8mm heel-to-toe drop
  • Weight (size 9): 0.675 lbs (10.8 ounces)
  • Dimensions (size 9): 12"L x 4.25"W x 4.5”H
  • Lace-Lock eyelets
  • Built in Vietnam

Care Instructions: Remove insert. Hose them down thoroughly and let air dry (won't take long). Do not use washer/dryer - it's easier this way.

FEATURES & SPECS
  • Engineered warp knit & CORDURA® Ballistic Nylon upper
  • Anatomically molded TPU heel counter
  • Lace-lock eyelets for heel lock
  • Wide toe box
  • Custom high density insert
  • 8mm heel-to-toe drop
  • Gradient Density™ EVA midsole
  • Triple compound rubber outsole
  • Upper: Engineered Knit, CORDURA®
  • Gradient Density™ EVA Midsole
  • Triple Compound Rubber Outsole
  • 8mm heel-to-toe drop
  • Weight (size 9): 10.8 oz
  • Dimensions (size 9): 12"L x 4.25"W x 4.5"H
  • Built in Vietnam
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3x support = 3x stability

you need more support

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.

Key Features

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BREATHABLE KNIT + 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.

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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.

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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.

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Grippy, high-traction forefoot

The forefoot rubber is formulated for increased grip in any environment — wet and dry, inside or out.

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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.

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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.
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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

MIDSOLE // Gradient Density™ EVA
(3) Flexible + Cushioned Forefoot
(4) Firm + Stable Heel

OUTSOLE // Triple Compound Rubber
(5) Grippy, High-Traction Forefoot
(6) Hardened Midfoot
(7) Dense, Durable Heel

Overall rating: 4.7488 / 5 from 4582 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

These ballistic trainers offer high-quality construction with engineered knit and CORDURA® ballistic nylon, providing excellent support, stability, and comfort for various fitness activities. The wide toe box and custom high-density insert ensure a snug fit, while the gradient density EVA midsole and triple compound rubber outsole enhance performance and durability.

Summary topics

  • Product Quality (9%): Customers expressed appreciation for the high quality of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Trainer Comfort (11%): Customers keep praising the trainers for being great, comfortable, supportive, and well-built.
  • Foot Comfort (4%): Customers loved how these shoes made their feet feel great, comfortable, and supported, with plenty of toe room.
  • Arch Support (10%): It was observed by customers that these shoes provide great support, with multiple reviews mentioning the excellent arch support.

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Review highlights

  • "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

Year in

"I’ve worn these as my daily shoe, and they didn’t fail me as I went through a police academy. We did a mixture of weightlifting and running, and due to not knowing the plan of the day prior to showing up, these served me well in both conditions. I can squat in these, and also run a mountain trail with no issues. Styling wise they aren’t loud, which is nice because I wear them for normal activities, with a variety of outfits. I’m a year into wearing them, and all they need now is a good cleaning from all the dirt that’s stuck in the mesh. When they ever wear out, I plan on buying the exact pair again."

— Jim (5/5)

Love

"I love these shoes! I've always worn Nobulls, and these are much more versatile witg more support, while still feeling stable fot heavy lifting. I heard this style of shoe might discontinue, and I hope it's not true!"

— Holly H. (5/5)

Most reliable shoe

"Best CrossFit shoe for me. No breaking in period - they feel great out of the box! Had my last pair for over 2 years. Only swapped them out because I couldn’t get them clean anymore!!! And after 2 years I thought I could treat myself. My size has been out of stock for so long in the white - I decided to just go for the black."

— Jennifer K. (5/5)

Great workout shoe!

"I love these shoes! This was my first pair. I’ve used a different brand and I wasn’t sure how I would like them. The cushion and support are great. Glad I made the switch."

— Debra H. (5/5)

Best shoes I ever own

"I bought 1st pair which wore almost everyday for CrossFit and office work for more than a year. Shoe is still new. I rushed to buy 2 more pairs when it went on sale for being discontinued. I hope goruck bring these back in future."

— Das (5/5)

Best shoe I’ve ever owned

"I’ve been lifting for 20 years, have done CrossFit or some sort of functional training for the past 10 and these are the best shoes I’ve ever owned. I’ve worn them 6 days a week for the past 4 years (Bought them in October of 2022) and I’m just now looking to replace them because the bottom outsole is starting to come off at the edges. After 4 YEARS of hard use! Durable comfortable and functional. I love these shoes. But they’ve been sold out for months! Please say more are coming soon!"

— Toby F. (5/5)

"Did not receive the correct size I ordered"

— Michael (1/5)

Excellent Gym and Everyday

"I've had my wolf gray/Lime trainers for well over a year. I've used them mainly for gym cross training, heavy lifts and squats, sprints and Jump training. I usually have to get specialized shoes and inserts which cost tons of money. I've never had to use special inserts with these and my feet have never had any pain or plantar fascitis issues. I'm looking forward to the update on them and their eventual restock because I could sure use another pair. But these shoes have barely worn down. I bought my son a pair and he uses them for training and every day shoes and tells everyone how great they are. I haven't discovered any problems with them as far as workmanship or their looks, but will add photos. If they have your size available and you're considering it go ahead and commit. You won't be disappointed."

— Kevin A. (5/5)

Had since May 2025

"Use for strongman, boxing and rucks, they barely have any wear. These have held up great my feet feel great and I really like the support. Definitely recommend."

— Emil R. (5/5)

Love them for lifting. Stability

"Love them for lifting. Stability is top notch. Comfort is good too. I wear an 8 that’s what I bought. I probably could have worn an 8. 5 but didn’t want to return. But for strictly lifting they work well. I definitely recommend this brand, well made."

— Christie T. (5/5)

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