Reebok Nano

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Reebok became the Official provider of licensed CrossFit footwear and apparel in 2011.[1] During that year, Reebok released the first Reebok Nano. The shoe was designed to be used for high-impact movements, weightlifting, and short-distance running.[3] The shoe's design includes a space toe box.[4]

The following year, Nano 2.0 was released.[5] Men's Fitness included the shoe on its list of "Workout Gear for CrossFit: 15 New Products to Improve Your Daily Workout."[6] The shoe has a wider toe box than the first generation to allow an athlete's foot to play more naturally and maximize stability.

Nano 3.0 was introduced in 2013. The shoe provides forefoot cushioning and heel stabilization with its dual-density platform. The shoe has a protective layer in its midsole to prevent fraying caused by rope climbs and features a wide toe box and midsole to provide stability during lifts.[7] The Nano 3.0 also introduced the Dura-Cage construction for additional protection and lightweight support.

Nano at CrossFit Games

The fourth generation of the shoe was introduced during the 2014 CrossFit Games.[8] The front of the shoe has a dura-cage protection layer and enhanced toe-wrap for durability.[9] It also features a rigid sole that provides more grip and stability than previous Nano models.[9]

The fifth generation of the shoe was introduced in 2015 and is wrapped in Kevlar.[10] It boasts of a newly engineered anatomical heel counter and footbed, with an R55 platform for additional high rebound and cushioning.

Specifications:

• New DuPont™ Kevlar® infused mesh upper
• New anatomically secure fit
• Polyurethane Nano Shell for protection and support during heavy lifts
• New Kevlar fiber and Rope-Pro+ exterior material for greater grip on rope climbs
• Raised outsole lug patterns for better surface area contact and improved traction
• 3MM heel pitch for improved stability during any WOD

Specifications:

• CrossFit / Weightlifting / Cross-training shoe - New for 2017
• Nano-Weave technology on the upper for comfort and breathability
• Anatomical toe box and a low-cut design for a natural feel and ankle mobility
• Ortho lite sock-liner for cushion
• 360-degree TPU heel wrap for a locked-in feel
• Crystallized rubber outsole flexes naturally for balance and stability
• 4MM heel pitch
• Anatomically secure fit

Specifications:

• CrossFit / Weightlifting / Cross-training shoe - New for 2018
• New Flex-weave Upper - Figure 8 construction for improved breathability, flexibility, and durability
• New Interior Bootie Construction for added comfort
• Strong Foundation with the wide, anatomical toe box
• Minimal heel pitch for secure footing
• Low-cut design for a natural feel and ankle mobility
• Rope-Pro tech for greater traction and protection on rope climbs