Hate is a strong word, so let’s just say I strongly disliked the Under Armour Reign 5. When its successor arrived for review I had low expectations, yet come the end of my customary two-week testing period I didn’t want to take them off.
What happened? Under Armour revamped the shoe and I think it did an outstanding job. Rather than attempt to replicate the cushioning of the Reebok Nano X4 or the tech-heavy build of the Nike Metcon 9 (among the best CrossFit shoes), the brand has instead delivered a barefoot feel courtesy of a thin, flexible outsole and minimal heel-to-toe drop.
