Reebok’s Affordable Training Shoes Finally Get a Lightweight Sequel

The do-it-all version of its legendary Nano is now the brand’s “most versatile gym shoe yet.”

Close-up of a bright orange Reebok shoe sole with black and white tread details.

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Launched in 2011, Reebok’s Nano is one of the most influential training shoe lines ever. Before its debut, CrossFit enthusiasts had to settle for either running sneakers, weightlifting shoes or some other type of generic cross trainer.

The Nano dropped during a time when CrossFit started booming in popularity and gym-goers needed something more purpose-built for everything they’d tackle in one session: from box jumps to short sprints.

But not everyone wanted or needed something that hardcore. That’s why Reebok debuted its Nano Gym a couple years ago. It was marketed as a super-affordable everyman gym shoe that cost up to half the price of the current Nano X line.

White running shoe with black and red geometric accents and red tread on a red background. — Reebok debuts the sequel to its everyman workout shoe, the Nano Gym.

Now, the Nano Gym has gotten its first sequel, and it’s even better than before.

Explosive improvements

This time around, Reebok swapped the standard EVA foam for its proprietary high-rebound Floatpulse in the midsole, which gives you a bit more explosiveness in your workout with improved energy return.

Pair of bright orange Reebok running shoes with black and white accents and white soles on a white background. — For the Nano Gym 2.0, the midsole has been revised for better energy return during explosive workouts like HIIT.

Man in black Reebok shirt and shorts exercising with a black medicine ball on a gym mat wearing white Reebok socks and bright orange sneakers. — The upper has also been simplified, resulting in about 25% reduction in weight from its predecessor.

While it still has the same 8mm heel drop, the Nano Gym 2.0 should be better equipped for HIIT workouts and circuit training as well.

Bright orange Reebok running shoes with black and white soles against a gradient red background. — The outsole gets the same tooling with Flex Groove rubber for ultimate flexibility during different workouts.

Noticeably lighter

Most notably, the Nano Gym 2.0 benefits from a revised mesh upper. Gone are the extra panels and higher heel collar. Now, everything’s been simplified. And the result is around a 25% reduction in weight (from around 12oz to 9oz for the similar size).

Pair of white Reebok running shoes with black and red accents floating against a red gradient background. — A slew of new colorways are available as well, including the white and Neon Cherry you see here.

Fans of the first Nano Gym will be happy to hear that the brand brings back certain elements, including the Performance Comfort collar for locking-in your foot and the Flex Groove rubber outsole, which features strategically-placed grooves for flexibility.

Pair of white and red athletic shoes on black gym flooring with two black kettlebells and outdoor workout bars in background. — At $100, these are a no-brainer for anyone looking for solid value in your gym wear.

According to Reebok, the Nano Gym 2.0 is its “most versatile gym shoe yet.” And at $100, you can’t beat it.

Man in black athletic outfit lifting a barbell with black weight plates in a gym. — Reebok calls the latest Nano Gym 2.0 its “most versatile gym shoe yet.”

Availability and pricing

The Nano Gym 2.0 has already dropped in a slew of colorways from Reebok’s website. Again, pricing sits at $100.

Bright orange running shoe with black and white accents and a white sole.

Reebok Nano Gym 2.0

$100 at Reebok

About the Author: Ethan Brehm is an associate editor at Gear Patrol writing about footwear, watches, spirits, EDC and more. When he’s not shopping for his next G-Shock, he spends his time watching movies and planning a future road trip with his family. He firmly believes CDs sound better than vinyl.

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