FOOTWEAR MODELS
Five distinct product lines suited for different lifters and their needs. This guide will help you determine which model is right for you.
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Ronin Lifters
The Ronin Lifters were engineered with a 20mm heel-to-toe drop that ensures effortless depth during squats. The non-compressible midsole and strapping system ensure the foot is fully locked in and secure under load.
The Novus™ rubber outsole is a first of its kind, offering unrivaled grip in the heeled lifting shoe category. It ensures you remain properly rooted in place for both squats and bench press.
The Ronin Lifters are designed for squatting and bench pressing only.

Radix Pro
Radix Pro is our most advanced training shoe. It offers our best-in-class grip and lateral support, and the sole has extended sole flanges around the outer edges which helps with stability. The dual-layer upper also improves comfort and security, without adding weight or bulkiness
The sole remains extremely thin and offers great sensory feedback, but offers slightly more rigidity and support compared to our Radix line.
This is the optimal one-shoe solution for lifters who want a wide toe box trainer that is lightweight, grippy, and supportive.

Radix
Radix is the premier barefoot shoe for lifters.
Aside from the wide toe box, which helps to improve stability and force generation, the shoe offers best-in-class traction thanks to our proprietary Novus™ Griptech Rubber Compound.
The sole is 20% thinner than the leading barefoot shoe, and the Radix itself is 25% lighter than the average powerlifting shoe. The full body TPU cage and multi-layered heel support give you confidence-inspiring stability during your lifts.
It offers all of the benefits of a true minimalist barefoot shoe, but offers specific advantages tailored for strength training performance.
Extremely sticky and supportive, Radix is perfect for someone who wants one shoe that can perform for every exercise.

Sumo Sole Gen 5
The Sumo Sole Gen 5 by Notorious Lift features a completely redesigned anatomically shaped sole that delivers outstanding grip on all surfaces, thanks to advanced Novus 3.0™ grip technology.
Its ultra-low stack height is engineered to optimize your positioning and provide a seamless connection to the floor, giving lifters better stability and feedback. For enhanced security, the shoe employs superior midfoot lockdown through signature dual straps.
The flexible construction and ultra-thin sole allow for completely unrestricted movement, while high side walls and layered heel support are designed to minimize unwanted lateral movement, making the Sumo Sole Gen 5 ideal for powerlifting and movements requiring maximum stability and flexibility.

Notorious Lifters Gen 3
NLG3 builds upon the wide success of our original deadlift slipper. Gen 3 brings welcome updates by providing better lateral support and an updated aesthetic, all while maintaining the minimalist feel our community knows and loves.
NLG3 features a more supportive upper as well as a locked in heel cup for additional stability.
The close-to-the-floor sensation, sticky sole, and familiar toe box shape remain unchanged.
This model is great for both conventional and sumo deadlifters, as well as for squats.
Explore All Models
Five distinct models for every lifting style

Ronin Lifters
Our Wide Toe‑Box Heeled Squat Shoe. For powerlifters who need more squat depth and want added stability.
Key Tech: 20mm heel, Novus™ 2.0 Griptech, laces with dual‑strap lockdown
Best for: Squats, bench press, overhead press, weightlifting, strongman

Radix Pro
The Precision Barefoot Training Shoe. For strength athletes who want one shoe for all lifts—squat, deadlift, bench, dynamic training—without sacrificing ground feel or stability.
Key Tech: Novus™ 3.0 Griptech, dual‑layer lycra and mesh upper with TPU reinforcement, 3.3mm ultra‑thin sole
Best for: All‑around training, squat, bench, deadlift, cross‑training, strongman

Radix
The Versatile Minimalist Training Shoe. For athletes looking for true minimalist footwear who still need grip and structural support under heavy loads.
Key Tech: Novus™ 2.0 Griptech, knit upper with reinforced lateral structure, 3.3mm ultra‑thin sole, wide forefoot toe box
Best for: All‑around training, squat, bench, deadlift, functional fitness, everyday wear

Sumo Sole
The Wide Toe‑Box Powerlifting Slipper. For sumo deadlifters who need maximal foot flare, conventional pullers who want ground feel, and lifters who prefer a slipper‑style fit.
Key Tech: 3.8mm ultra-thin sole, dual‑strap system, anatomical toe‑box shaping
Best for: Sumo deadlifts, conventional deadlifts, squat variations, bench press, accessory work

Notorious Lifters
The Minimalist Flat Slipper. For strength athletes who prefer a standard‑width fit and want a secure, no‑frills slipper built for heavy compound lifts.
Key Tech: Standard width toe box, dual‑strap lockdown, 3.8mm flat sole
Best for: Deadlifts, squats, strongman events, general gym use
