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GymbobIconWhich olly/weightlifting shoes31-07-2013 @ 22:14 
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Post Edited: 31.07.2013 @ 22:14 PM by Gymbob
Hey there i'd just like some advice and previous experience with what weightlifting shoe to consider. Basically il be using these to squat in and some olly lifts, thanks.

So far I have been recommended:

Powerlift 2?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/adidas-Powerlift-2-Weightlifting-Sho...

Power perfect 2?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ADIDAS-POWER-PERFECT-II-WEIGHTLIFTIN...

or the adipower weightlifting shoe?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ADIDAS-ADIPOWER-WEIGHTLIFTING-SHOES-...

Or any other recommendations?

I know the last one is fairly expensive but I see it that if its best for comfort and support id rather spend the money as I know they would last me a long time.

Thanks, James
LeedsMiniPowerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:16 
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Rule out powerlift 2 as these are a crossfit shoe and are only rated to a low weight, from memory its below 200kg.
walkerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:24 
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LeedsMiniPower said:Rule out powerlift 2 as these are a crossfit shoe and are only rated to a low weight, from memory its below 200kg.


That's rubbish mate, they're powerlifting/oly shoes. Just the replacement for the first Powerlift's. They look nice and are well priced, marketed as a weightlifting shoe not crossfit.
LeedsMiniPowerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:27 
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Read the adidas website then remove your post
walkerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:28 
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LeedsMiniPower said:Read the adidas website then remove your post


http://www.adidas.com/us/product/mens-training-powerlift-20-sh...
LeedsMiniPowerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:34 
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I didn't buy these as on the site they were rated low, read some reviews on the site one user claims squatting above 300lbs causes the heel to deform!!!
walkerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:34 
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http://www.sugarrays.co.uk/shop/adidas-powerlift-2-weightlifti...
LeedsMiniPowerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:35 
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Bought these shoes about 2 months ago after lifting in running shoes previously. I will never go back. Lifting shoes make your base feel so much more solid, there is just no comparison.
Pros: Reasonably Priced
Cons: As weight increases (squat over 300lbs and deadlift approaching 400) the heels tend to squish just a little. Nothing like running shoes but I do notice it.
walkerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:36 
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LeedsMiniPower said:I didn't buy these as on the site they were rated low, read some reviews on the site one user claims squatting above 300lbs causes the heel to deform!!!


They weren't out when you bought yours. But I doubt very much a shoe marketed for weightlifting can't handle the weights Oly lifters shift.
walkerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:37 
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LeedsMiniPower said:Bought these shoes about 2 months ago after lifting in running shoes previously. I will never go back. Lifting shoes make your base feel so much more solid, there is just no comparison.
Pros: Reasonably Priced
Cons: As weight increases (squat over 300lbs and deadlift approaching 400) the heels tend to squish just a little. Nothing like running shoes but I do notice it.


So one review from a random person then..
walkerIcon...31-07-2013 @ 22:49 
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A detailed review here. Adipowers are obviously better, but at twice the price they should be!

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=154560723&p...
Ramsay777Icon...31-07-2013 @ 22:51 
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I have the Adidas Power Perfect II's, I use them mainly for overhead and squatting and find them to be a very good.

They are however the only heeled shoes I've tried.

Quality's good. Had I actually tried to look after them (which I haven't), they would still look brand new. Mine just have a few scuffs as I've worn them outside for doing events and the like. Stitching and everything it still fine and the heel doesn't appear to have deformed.
Ramsay777Icon...31-07-2013 @ 22:53 
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It also may be worth noting the height of the heels. I'm sure the Powerlift II's are on the shorter side.
MarkCleggIcon...31-07-2013 @ 23:04 
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If I was in the same position as you I would be posting a similar post ..

I have mine but don't know what they are called although it doesn't matter as they've been discontinued .. They're 12 years old I suppose .

I tried some and they were s**t so sold them to my mate . Forget the name but they are the ones everyone says they are a bit heavy .

Hope this helps
FazcIcon...31-07-2013 @ 23:05 
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I like my old Do-Wins.

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