inov-8 F-Lite™ 220 PK SKU: #7618599

Justin H

from San Francisco, CA

These are great shoes. They run narrow so go about 1/2 size big as per the sizing guide. They are comfortable and seem to be durable. They are great for running, most weightlifting, and cross fit type activities.

Anonymous

from San Diego

I have had these for roughly a month now and am loving them. I am currently transitioning to POSE running and these shoes are much better than my old Kayanos for this task. They feel very light, and the neutral cushioning is perfect for anti-heel strikers. The shoes fit true to size with my Kayanos - i.e. I was a 10 in both. Another nice feature is the toe box is roomy enough to avoid rubbing even with POSE, but my foot is held in place well.

Tom M

Super light and comfy running shoes. They are my favorite shoes yet for CrossFit and Anaerobic Endurance training. Nice low profile sole, especially at the heel. So much fun to Pose run in.

Tom B

from Cleveland

Love these shoes. They weigh practically nothing, won't leave black marks on the floor, are very comfortable, and are fine for street running. I've done two street marathon races in these and like them better than the "usual" cushioned running shoes.

Anonymous

from Austin, Texas

A great pair of shoes. Got them as general all purpose shoes. Jogging, walking, slumming around the house and whatnot. It\'s pretty nice to be able to feel something like a breeze in these shoes. They are a little tight around the midfoot but still comfortable. The toebox is relatively open but the soft mesh gives plenty of room for wiggling ones toes. The soles provide decent tactile feedback and the heel area feels stable. The lacing system functions, nuf\'said. Good stuff.

Jason

from Tulsa, OK

These shoes are nicely made, and very light. I've been wearing them for about 4-5 weeks now for CrossFit. They are a major improvement over the cheap tennis shoes I was wearing prior to them. I find them great for the lifting, because they provide a solid flat surface to push on, and they are fairly wide at the ball of the foot section, to keep your feet from falling inward during heavy lifts. As far as running goes, if you haven't learned POSE running yet, your feet will probably hurt after wearing these shoes, because there is not much padding in the heel. That being said, it makes you think about it the next time you run in them, to focus on landing flat footed. Probably my only complaint, is that the laces come untied easily, and I've had this happen 2-3 times now. I started double knotting them last week, and that keeps them tied. Ran about a half size small, I normally wear a US 10.5, and got the 11's.

Rich

from Chesapeake, VA

Excellent shoes! They give you the foot mobility you are looking for to concentrate on the "barefoot" feel, while providing enough cushion to run on pavement. They look pretty cool, too. True to size.

Anonymous

These shoes are awesome! Great for CF workouts and running short distances - highly recommended.

Anonymous

Great shoes for multiple sports. I do everything from Olympic lifting to running to skipping rope to gymnastics in these shoes. Certainly not the best for all of those but a pretty good all-arounder. Semi flat sole with good support.

Michael C

from Los Angeles, CA

Fit feels right. I use this primarily for my Crossfit class which involves some running. It will be interesting to see what the longevity of the sole is since it's thinner than most normal running shoes. For lifting and floor exercises it works quite well. Box Jumps are okay on the way up, but down the impact on the ball of the feet is harder, and that might be an issue. They do look good though.

Joel T

from Poulsbo, WA

I love these but I have to comment because I'm noticing that many people are saying that these feel a half size larger than marked. This is correct, as they are UK sizing, not US! One half size larger would be exactly what they should feel like. I am marking them "true to size" - UK size! Enjoy your Inov-8's!

Nate U

from Pullman, WA

Great shoes. Very light and flexible. very comfortable. They look long and narrow out of the box and I have a wide forefoot, but after several hundred miles including a marathon in these shoes the fit was good with minimal hot spots and no blisters. The low heel works well for me and I never wanted for cushion (I weigh 145 lb) The clear outer sole did wear on the heel in a place many shoes come with carbonized rubber for more durability, so this would be my only criticism. I am on my second pair and remain happy. I wear x-talon 212's on the trail, and the upper is identical so these shoes have been a real go to for daily training as well as road racing for me over the past 6 months. I had previously run in Nike Free's but these shoes are a little more substantial without added weight or heel height, and without the annoying tendency to collect gravel with the Free's.

Jose A

from El Paso, Texas

This is one of the best running shoes that I have ever used. Very lightweight shoe that gives true feel to the road. I also use them for crossfit and find them to be great overall shoes. These shoes are true to fit and require some break in.

Sam

from Michigan

These shoes are hardcore minimalist short distance flat runners designed for hard pack surfaces and urban application. These are for the devoted intermediate to professional parkour practitioner and free runner. They are LIGHT, flexible and fits like a glove. They're like a vented hard sock with laces and a sticky sole. And I LOVE them! Being an Inov8 addict myself I always endorse their best. Great for wall runs, sprints, fights, and yes even weight lifting, break dancing and the Tango..! If you beach run and lift barefoot well then they just make your feet look cooler ;)

Brands I'd also recommend: Inov8 f-lite 220, 230 and 301

Anonymous

from Pennsylvania

From the box they came in to the shoe itself, the Inov8 220s are first rate. I ran for two hours on a rocky trail right out of the box, and was pleasantly surprised with the fits-like-a-glove comfort during the very first wear. I dislike heavy, clunky shoes with excessive heel lift. The 220 padding on top and protection in the sole are just enough and not overdone, nor is the heel height. Light and enough protection for conditions on the rugged trails of northeastern Pennsylvania. Inov8 builds a product the right way with quality workmanship and the athlete in all of us in mind.

Anonymous

from NJ

I bought these as a workout shoe replacement to my old Puma Saloh's that I've had for years. Compared to the Puma's, these have a wider heel and offer a much more stable platform, which is good if you do Olympic lifts or squats/deadlifts. They felt tight in the toe box but have since loosened up a little and are comfortable to wear. All-in-all a good shoe.

Steven M

from Nashua NH

These shoes are great, they just didn't work out for me. The back support on the right shoe kept digging into my ankle when I ran, causing much bleeding. I sold them to a friend, and he doesn't have the problem and loves them.

Brands I'd also recommend: Reebok Zigs

Rhonda F

from Deatsville, Alabama

Bought these as a gift for my son. The product was exactly as described. Service was excellent and delivery was speedy. Great job and would highly recommend Zappos!