Our verdict

For its very moderate price point, the Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black ticks all the essential boxes of a cross-trainer. We believe that the shoe really squeezed as much as possible out of $65. Based on our tests, this shoe proved to be perfect for someone new to the gym. We found that it works best for easy weight training and cardio workouts.

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  • Very affordable
  • Super lightweight
  • Breathable upper
  • Enough cushioning for jumps
  • Wide platform
  • Flexible
  • Good grip

nike air penny 2 retro dl main Cons

  • Lacks durability
  • Not for heavy lifting

Audience verdict

78
Good!

Who should buy

In our opinion, the Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black would be a great match for the following:

  • gymgoers on a tight budget (at only $65, the shoe is way cheaper than cross-trainers Nike легкие летние лето кроссовки 27 размер)
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Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Review

Who should NOT buy

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If you intend to lift heavy (250+ pounds) or perform a strenuous workout regimen like Crossfit, we highly recommend the Nike Metcon 8 instead. As the brand's flagship, it is the most stable and durable trainer.

Alternatively, the Nike Schuhe Revolution 5 and the Reebok Nano X3 Nike Womens Floral.

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Cushioning

Heel stack

The platform of the nike wmns classic cortez leather white black is neither particularly low nor tall. At 24.2 mm in the heel, it sits right at the sweet spot of training shoes.

In our experience, a trainer that's too tall would be unstable for lifting while the one that's too low is going to lack impact protection.

In the case of this Nike trainer, we felt like there was enough foam to cushion our jumps without making us feel disconnected from the ground.

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 24.2 mm
Average 24.8 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
13.7 mm
Heel stack
36.2 mm

Forefoot stack

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 19.7 mm
Average 18.4 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
10.6 mm
Forefoot stack
27.7 mm

Drop

Based on our stack measurements, the Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black has a 4.5 mm drop.

Four millimeters is considered a classic offset for a cross-training shoe because it creates a stable, nearly flat platform for the feet.

Having next-to-no elevation in the heel, we definitely felt grounded and in control in the nike wmns classic cortez leather white black.

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 4.5 mm
Average 6.4 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1.8 mm
Drop
13.4 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

Pressing our durometer against the midsole, we discovered that it is neither too soft nor too firm. At 26.3 HA, the foam is just average.

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Because this Nike trainer uses a single layer of foam, there is no difference in softness between the heel and the forefoot.

The nike wmns classic cortez leather white black gave us a very consistent platform to feel stable when lifting and moving sideways but also cushioned when doing some cardio work.

Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 26.3 HA
Average 27.8 HA
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Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
17.4 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
41.0 HA

Insole thickness

We found the shoe's insole to be well-padded.

Our caliper measurement shows that it is 4.5 mm thick, which is a little more than the average but is a nice bonus for underfoot comfort.

Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Insole thickness
Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 4.5 mm
Average 3.9 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1.7 mm
Insole thickness
7.2 mm

Size and fit

Size

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1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 37 training shoes
Number of shoes
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

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We must admit, the toebox width surprised us in a very positive way. Measuring the widest part of the forefoot with a caliper, we got 104.1 mm, which is a little wider than the average.

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 104.1 mm
Average 100.4 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
90.4 mm
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108.5 mm

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But we were even more surprised by the shoe's width at the big toe! At 83.5 mm, it is notably wider than most of our training shoes! In other words, its toebox is not as pointy as the rest.

Based on these two measurements, we really wanted to tag the shoe as wide but it Dian't really feel that way. The shoe's upper is rather shallow and you don't get a ton of space on top of the foot.

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 83.5 mm
Average 78.8 mm
Compared to 34 training shoes
Number of shoes
65.0 mm
Nike LeBron 9 "Christmas" Detail Look
89.4 mm

Stability

Lateral stability test

Based on our personal assessment, the shoe's lateral stability is just normal.

We felt stable enough thanks to its grounded profile, fairly wide base, and raised sidewalls. But we can see how athletes with overpronation would want more arch support on the medial side.

Torsional rigidity

In this test, we can clearly see why this trainer fails to provide arch support. It took minimal effort from us to twist it!

This Nike shoe gets the lowest score on torsional rigidity - 1 out of 5. Supportive training shoes normally get at least 3 out of 5 on the same test.

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Test results
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Average 2.7
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

Heel counter stiffness

Having squeezed and bent the shoe's heel counter, we rated it as 2 out of 5 (more flexible than average).

It means that the shoe has a decent ankle hold but it's not the most supportive. For comparison, we rated the Nike Metcon 8 as 3 out of 5 while the Reebok Nano X3 got 4.

Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 2
Average 2.7
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Heel counter stiffness
5

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Our caliper measurement shows 112.2 mm in the widest part of the forefoot, which is on the wide side of our lab-tested trainers.

A wider surface is perfect for lifting but it can make a shoe a little less agile for multi-directional movements. However, for an average gym-goer, we consider this width to be just right.

Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 112.2 mm
Average 110.6 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
101.0 mm
Midsole width - forefoot
117.9 mm

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In the heel, this Nike shoe beats the average by a few millimeters as well. At 90.7 mm, it is even wider than the Reebok Nano X3 (82.6 mm)!

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 90.7 mm
Average 87.3 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
76.5 mm
Nike LeBron 18 Melon Tint DB8148-801
97.4 mm

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Doing lunges, burpees, or holding the plank never felt restricting to us in the Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black.

The shoe has plenty of flex in the forefoot which was confirmed by our shoe flexing tester. It took only 9.6N of force to bend this trainer by 30 degrees which is similar to what we got in the Nike Air Max 97 "Reflective Branding" (9.6N).

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 9.6N
Average 11.0N
Compared to 19 training shoes
Number of shoes
6.0N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
19.7N

Weight

A huge benefit of the Great product sleeveless dri fit Nike vest its feathery lightness.

We weighed the shoe at 8.8 oz (249g), which is a lot lighter than training shoes on average (11.1 oz/314g). Jumping and moving fast in this trainer feels effortless to us!

Of course, this Nike shoe gets to be so light because it lacks all those supportive features that we see in flagship cross-trainers. But at least we get to enjoy box jumps, rope jumps, burpees, and other aerobic exercises without feeling dragged down by heavy heels.

Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 8.78 oz (249g)
Average 10.76 oz (305g)
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
6.38 oz (181g)
Weight
13.83 oz (392g)

Breathability

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Pumping smoke through the shoe's upper, we can see how easily the material lets the heat escape. On a 1-5 scale, where 5 is the most breathable ever, we gladly rated this Nike shoe as 4 out of 5.

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We were also surprised that the layer of inner foam padding in the toebox didn't affect breathability that much.

Looking at the shoe's mesh through our microscope, we can see that the large ventilation holes are responsible for the ample airflow.

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Test results
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Average 3.6
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

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Toebox durability

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That's why we weren't surprised when our Dremel left a huge hole in the shoe's toebox. The only reason why we didn't give this Nike shoe the lowest score (1/5) is because it has a foamy layer underneath the mesh. It prevented a see-through hole which helped the nike wmns classic cortez leather white black bump up to 2/5.

A shoe like this would be fine for occasional and easy gym use. But we advise investing in a more expensive trainer unless you want to buy a new pair every few months.

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In the photo above, we put the nike wmns classic cortez leather white black next to the Reebok Nano X3 to show the difference in damage caused by the very same Dremel test. The same force (3.2N) and speed (10K RPM) were applied to both shoes.

Test results
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Average 2.5
Compared to 30 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

Another sensitive area on the shoe's upper is the heel padding. And this Nike trainer has readily proved its weakness.

After only 4 seconds under our Dremel, the material developed a hole that is notably larger than what we typically see. We rated this part's durability as low as 1 out of 5.

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Test results
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Average 2.5
Compared to 28 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

A thick rubber outsole is important for durability but so is its hardness. We have found that firmer rubbers tend to last longer than their softer counterparts.

We used a durometer to measure how hard the nike wmns classic cortez leather white black's rubber is. Turns out, it is a little softer than average. This is one of the reasons why it's better to limit this trainer to indoor use.

Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Outsole hardness
Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 80.5 HC
Average 83.0 HC
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Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
71.0 HC
Outsole hardness
94.5 HC

Outsole thickness

Whenever we see exposed foam, it's a surefire sign that this training shoe is meant for indoors only.

At least the Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black has enough rubber in the high-abrasion release like the heel and the forefoot.

Using a caliper, we measured the rubber thickness at 4 mm, which is exactly the average of our lab-tested gym shoes.

But for outdoor use, we would suggest a trainer that has a full-length rubber outsole. For example, Reebok features the Nano X2 TR Adventure specifically for outdoor workouts.

Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Outsole thickness
Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 4.0 mm
Average 3.6 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
2.1 mm
Outsole thickness
5.1 mm

Misc

Grip / Traction

From our experience, the nike wmns classic cortez leather white black has a fairly nice grip on standard gym floors like wood and rubber.

Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Outsole

Tongue padding

The tongue is pretty well padded. We measured it at 6.2 mm which is just average for training shoes. No lace bites there.

Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Tongue padding
Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black 6.2 mm
Average 5.4 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1.0 mm
Tongue padding
10.4 mm

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The tongue is not gusseted in the nike wmns classic cortez leather white black, which is normal for a shoe at this price point.

But it was never an issue because we didn't experience any tongue sliding throughout the workout.

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black None

Heel tab

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Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black None

Removable insole

The insole is easily removable in the Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black. It can be replaced with a custom insole as long as it's not a thick one. Because of the somewhat shallow upper, there may not be enough space.

Nike nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Removable insole
Test results
nike wmns classic cortez leather white black Yes