Air Force 1 Low 338 | Our verdict
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Pros
- Nike Flip Flops & Slides
- Good for short runs
- Perfect for jumps and aerobics
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- Excellent flexibility
- Amazingly breathable
- Durable outsole
Cons
- I love the retro look my Air Max 96s give to any outfit
- Heavy for a "speed-oriented" trainer
Air Force 1 Low 338 | Audience verdict
Comparison
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Audience score | 82 Good! | 84 Good! | 81 Good! | 91 Great! | |
Price | £150 | £150 | £150 | £140 | |
Use | CrossfitWorkoutCross-trainingGymHIITSkipping rope | CrossfitWorkoutCross-trainingGymHIITSkipping rope | CrossfitWorkoutCross-trainingGymHIITSkipping rope | CrossfitWorkoutCross-trainingGymHIITSkipping rope | |
Drop lab | 7.7 mm | 8.6 mm | 7.9 mm | 4.8 mm | |
Heel stack lab | 22.9 mm | 26.0 mm | 25.6 mm | 23.6 mm | |
Forefoot | 15.2 mm | 17.4 mm | 17.7 mm | 18.8 mm | |
Weight lab | 12.1 oz / 342g | 11.7 oz / 332g | 12.5 Nike kyrie infinity gs 8 cny irving sail white junior kids basketball dd0334-021 | 12.3 oz / 350g | |
Breathability | Breathable | Breathable | Warm | Warm | |
Toebox width at the widest part | Medium | Narrow | Narrow | Narrow | |
Air Force 1 Low 338 | Medium | Medium | Wide | - | |
Size | Slightly small | Slightly small | True to size | Half size small | |
Midsole softness | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Firm | |
Stiffness | Flexible | Moderate | Moderate | Stiff | |
Torsional rigidity | Flexible | Stiff | Moderate | Moderate | |
Heel counter stiffness | Moderate | Stiff | Moderate | Moderate | |
Toebox durability | Bad | Good | Good | - | |
Heel padding durability | Decent | Good | Good | - | |
Outsole durability | - | Good | Decent | - | |
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Nike Vapor Edge Pro Odell Beckham Jr | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Widths available | Normal | Normal | Normal | Normal | |
Insole thickness | Average | Average | Average | ||
Outsole thickness | Thick | Average | Average | Average | |
Outsole hardness | Average | Average | Hard | Average | |
Heel tab | None | None | Finger loop | None | |
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Tongue padding | Very thin | Average | Average | Thin | |
Ranking | #24 Bottom 22% | #19 Bottom 38% | #26 Bottom 16% | #5 Top 17% | |
Popularity | #18 Bottom 41% | #6 Top 20% | #27 Bottom 12% | #25 Bottom 19% |
Who should buy
Having tested the Metcon Turbo 2 in both the gym and the lab, we think that it is most suitable for the following:
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Who should NOT buy
We found that this Nike trainer hasn't got the durability or side grip for rope climbing. If this workout bit is a must in your regimen, we recommend the nike air force 1 lx chrome swooshes white hyper royal black instead.
Even though there is a slight change in its name, the H12 Dunk Low LA Dodgers is a follow-up to the Nike React Metcon Turbo. If you have tried and liked how the React version performs, it's better to just stick to it since it's most likely sold at much lower prices now. It is also a bit lighter than the new edition. The current version performs only slightly Another closeup of the Nike Air Max 90 Moscow.
Cushioning
Heel stack
The amount of cushioning is pretty average in this Nike Metcon variation. Using a calliper, we measured the heel stack at 22.9 mm which is a couple of millimetres thicker than the OG Metcons and a little thinner than the Free Metcons.
To us, this felt like enough cushioning for short runs (less than 3 miles) and for the repetitive jumps we performed in this training shoe.
Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 22.9 mm |
Average | 24.8 mm |
Forefoot stack
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A calliper reading of 15.3 mm left us perplexed because it definitely felt more cushioned in our gym tests.
Apparently, the trick is done by a Zoom Air unit under the toes. But more on that below.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 15.2 mm |
Average | 18.4 mm |
Drop
The difference in stack heights gave us a drop of 7.7 mm! That's pretty high for a typical cross-trainer and is actually on par with our running shoes.
Being 3.7 mm taller than what's officially claimed by Nike (4 mm), we think that this kind of discrepancy is unacceptable.
The higher drop makes the shoe more running-friendly but it also detracts from the grounded feel that many gymgoers might expect from a 4-mm shoe.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 7.7 mm |
Average | 6.4 mm |
Midsole softness
The primary cushioning in this Nike trainer is offered by the brand's reputable React foam.
Using a durometer to measure its softness, we discovered that at 22.4 HA, it is actually 21% softer than what we see in training shoes on average. Great news for those planning to use this trainer on a treadmill!
What's more, thanks to the Zoom Air unit embedded into the forefoot, we also felt a very welcome bounce. We thoroughly enjoyed this extra spring when skipping rope and doing other types of jumpy cardio.
If we have to pinpoint the shoe's highlight, it would be the Zoom. You don't experience this kind of bounce in other Metcons or most other cross-trainers for that matter.
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Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 22.4 HA |
Average | 27.8 HA |
Insole thickness
The Metcon Turbo 2 uses a drop-in midsole for cushioning. When measured alone, it has a heel height of 14.2 mm.
We do not recommend taking it out as it's going to leave you feeling practically barefoot.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 0.0 mm |
Average | 3.9 mm |
Size and fit
Size
H12 Dunk Low LA Dodgers is slightly small (12 votes).
Toebox width - widest part
We found that the Metcon Turbo 2 fits true to size but there isn't too much wiggle room in the shoe's toebox for wide feet.
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In the former, the caliper shows a reading of 101.1 mm. This is exactly the average of our tested trainers.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 101.1 mm |
Average | 100.4 mm |
Toebox width - big toe
The toebox doesn't get narrower than average toward the toes either. The caliper shows 78.9 mm here.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 78.9 mm |
Average | 78.8 mm |
Stability
Lateral stability test
It is true that you can't have it all.
But, in our opinion, the H12 Dunk Low LA Dodgers came pretty dang close to giving it all! And by "all" we mean cushioning AND stability.
The shoe's low profile, wide base, and sturdy caging around the heel worked very well together to create a necessary level of stability for us. But do keep in mind that this is not a dedicated lifting shoe by any means!
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Torsional rigidity
Designed with agility in mind, the construction of the Metcon Turbo 2 reminded us of a jazz shoe in a way.
The shoe's platform is split into two, one in the forefoot and one in the heel, which creates more flex and manoeuvrability for the wearer.
Because of that, torsional rigidity is close to zero in this training shoe. We rated it with the lowest score of 1 out of 5.
Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 1 |
Average | 2.7 |
Heel counter stiffness
But the lack of rigidity in the midfoot is very well compensated for by the heel counter stiffness. In our manual assessment, we rated the stiffness as 3 out of 5, which is a little above the average for cross-trainers.
This area is responsible for holding the heel and ankle firmly in place, preventing potential wobble.
Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 3 |
Average | 2.7 |
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And if you are still not convinced of the shoe's stability, have a look at how wide its base is!
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Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 112.0 mm |
Average | 110.6 mm |
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Back in the heel, the widest part turned out to be 88.9 mm. This is also wider than the average.
This is what makes the Metcon Turbo 2 more stable for lifting and, as a result, more versatile overall.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 88.9 mm |
Average | 87.3 mm |
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As mentioned above, Nike came up with a tricky design to fuse flexibility and stability in the Metcon Turbo 2.
Testing the shoe's pliability with a flexibility t esting machine, we checked how much force it takes to bend it to a 30-degree angle. Turns out, only 9.0N! This is notably less than the average!
Wow, maybe next time we will try and practice some jazz moves in this shoe. But until then, planks, burpees, and lunges are all perfectly accommodated with this flexible trainer.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 9.0N |
Average | 11.0N |
Weight
Now this is a headscratcher.
Marketed as a shoe that's all about speed and lightness, the shoe left us baffled. How come the Metcon TURBO weighs more than the original Metcon?
Tipping the scales at 12.1 oz (342g) in a men's US size 9, we found that the Metcon Turbo 2 is:
- 0.2 oz (5.7g) heavier than the Metcon 8
- 0.9 oz (25g) heavier than training shoes on average!
If you absence a truly lightweight Metcon variation, get the Nike Free Metcon 5 (10.5 oz/298g).

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 12.06 oz (342g) |
Average | 10.76 oz (305g) |
Breathability
If keeping your feet nice and fresh all throughout the workout is a priority, the Metcon Turbo 2 is the way to go!
It is among the few ultra-breathable trainers in our catalogue. We hope that the video below helps you feel how ventilated the shoe is even through the screen.
For this test, we are pumping smoke through the shoe's upper while blocking the shoe mouth entirely to assess how much air passes through the material itself. This Nike trainer gets a well-deserved 5 out of 5!
To back it up, we also put the shoe against a light source. This video shows the toebox's impressive transparency as well as the large perforations on the sides.
In addition, we turned to a microscope for a close-up view of the mesh itself. We can see that there are plenty of ventilation holes in between the numerous threads.
Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 5 |
Average | 3.6 |
Durability
Toebox durability
And just like that, the H12 Dunk Low LA Dodgers failed miserably in our upper durability test.
Even though the shoe bravely resisted our Dremel for the first couple of seconds, it ended up with a sizable hole after the entire 12 seconds. Thus, we rated it as low as 1 out of 5.
This is to be expected of a highly breathable upper but unfortunately, it puts some limits on the shoe's usability. It is a no-go for rope climbs and other highly abrasive exercises.
If you need a real beast of a cross-trainer, we recommend the Nike Dunk Low Fossil Rose Hats. After 12 seconds under the Dremel with the same speed (10K RPM) and force (3.2N) applied, we only saw wear on the topmost protection layer.
Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 1 |
Average | 2.5 |
Heel padding durability
The Metcon Turbo 2 did slightly better in the heel collar. The wear was less devastating than in the toebox.
We gave this portion of the upper 2 out of 5.
Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 2 |
Average | 2.5 |
Outsole hardness
But looking at the outsole gave us some optimism about the Metcon Turbo 2's wear resistance.
One important criterion is the hardness of its rubber. With a reading of 86.5 HC on the durometer, it is among the hardest outsoles.
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Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 86.5 HC |
Average | 83.0 HC |
Outsole thickness
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Our calliper shows 4.7 mm, which is a rare sight. Therefore, we think you can even take this Nike trainer out for an outdoor workout.
Just don't get carried away because the shoe's upper is still pretty frail.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 4.7 mm |
Average | 3.6 mm |
Misc
Tongue padding
The tongue is ultra-thin in the H12 Dunk Low LA Dodgers. With a mere thickness of 1.2 mm, it feels non-existent compared to what we typically see.
For a trainer that's cut out for speed, we believe that it makes sense.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | 1.2 mm |
Average | 5.4 mm |
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Shout out to Nike for adding gusseted tongues to their training shoes!
Loving it in running shoes, we are happy to see more of them in trainers! This may seem like a minor add-on but we consider it essential for secure fit and non-slipping tongue.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | Both sides (full) |
Heel tab
No heel tab here. But there is little effort needed to get the shoe on.

Nike Air Max Koko CW9705-100 | None |
Removable insole
Technically, you can remove the insole from the Metcon Turbo. But we wouldn't recommend it because it works as the shoe's primary cushioning. Not to mention that it also has the bouncy Zoom Air unit!

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