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Powerlifting shoes or boots, any recommendations or what I should consider

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slow_lift_joe		Powerlifting shoes or boots, any recommendations or what I should consider	20-02-2019 @ 20:33
Interesting Member 6186, 245 posts	I am looking to purchase a pair of powerlifting shoes or boots. Any recommendations and what I should consider ? Currently lifting in a pair of Converse Chuck Taylors and sometimes just bare foot, I have been advised that I should consider something more professional and fit for the purpose, more support etc. I like to deadlift flat footed as possible but like a little grip. As for squats should I consider a Olympic type shoe (a slight raised heel) ? Personally I like the Chuck Taylor type shoe for both deadlifts and squats. Is there a benefit to a raised heel for squats or overhead press ? Choice in the UK :- Adidas :- Powerlifts, Adipower etc Nike :- Romaloes expensive not sure why ? Sabo :- Goodlifts, Deadlifts etc Strength Shop :- Coyotes, Hercules etc Titan Contenders :- Not really available in the UK unless I import and expensive. Please let me know your thoughts and opinions and if any changes to footwear made a difference, thanks as always - Slow Lift Joe.
sprange67		...	21-02-2019 @ 12:51
Member 1858, 170 posts SQ 285, BP 157.5, DL 302.5 745.0 kgs @ 98.9kgs UnEq	I think it would come down to personal preference. I was not sure what would or not work so brought a second hand pair of Adipower's off of ebay (as new for £50). Use them all the time but better than some converse, not sure....
slow_lift_joe		...	21-02-2019 @ 13:46
Interesting Member 6186, 245 posts	I agree about personal choice. Budget will also come into it :- Nike Romaleos are expensive and so are Titan and Metal powerlifting boots/shoes. Also it is interesting that some people say heel helps with overhead pressing and squats. I just prefer to be flat to the ground for squats and deadlifts hence why I am considering Sabo Powerlifting Goodlifts or Deadlifts. The Metal boots also look good but around £140 for a pair but still less expensive than Nike Romaleos.