Our verdict

Though the marketing hype around it isn't very loud, we think that the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue can easily compete with the flagship trainers in its niche. The shoe's got everything it takes to be a perfect CrossFit shoe without copying other successful models. We love that it comes in its own unique design which consequently turns some heads at the gym.

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Audience verdict

87
Great!

Who should buy

We strongly believe that the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue from Under Armour is a real gem that happens to be undermarketed and underappreciated. Having experienced the shoe ourselves, we can recommend it to the following folks:

  • gymgoers who do a little bit of everything, from squats to rope climbs
  • athletes who prefer a low-to-the-ground feel (lower stack and drop)
  • Crossfitters looking for "something else" that's on par with the Nike Metcons and Reebok Nanos

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue review

Who should NOT buy

We Chaussures that the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue is on the stiff side and doesn't bend that easily for planks, lunges, etc. So if you value maneuverability, consider the Womens Under Armour Tshirt or the Armour Woven Track Pants Mens instead.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue lab test

Cushioning

Heel stack

The TriBase Reigns have a reputation for being pretty grounded shoes. And the 5th iteration is no exception.

We measured the heel stack at 22.3 mm which is a few millimeters lower than the average.

This setup made us feel in touch with the ground and in control of the movements.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Heel stack
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 22.3 mm
Average 24.8 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
13.7 mm
Heel stack
36.2 mm

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The trainer also proved to be low in the forefoot. With a caliper reading of 17.5 mm, it is about a millimeter lower than average.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Forefoot stack
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 17.5 mm
Average 18.4 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
10.6 mm
Forefoot stack
27.7 mm

Drop

The brand states that the Reign 5 has a heel-to-toe drop of 2 mm. This nearly-zero drop is one of the reasons why athletes keep choosing this UA trainer.

However, based on our own stack measurements, the drop is much higher than that! We Chaussures it to be 4.8 mm instead! That's a crazy discrepancy.

While this is not a big deal for most gymgoers, we think that people who are after that minimalist offset may be disappointed.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Drop
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 4.8 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.

Looking at our durometer reading, the cushioning is not very plush in the Reign 5. And it shouldn't be! At 26.8 HA, it is exactly the same as the training shoe average.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Midsole softness

The brand uses its renowned Micro G foam for the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue's cushioning. While it doesn't feel very soft, we definitely experienced plenty of impact protection. Our workout went entirely free from pain and fatigue.

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 26.8 HA
Average 27.8 HA
Camiseta de compresión UA ColdGear® Armour para hombre.
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
17.4 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
41.0 HA

Insole thickness

The shoe comes with a pretty standard insole. It adds a very welcome touch of underfoot padding to keep it cozy.

We measured its thickness at 3.9 mm which is a typical insole thickness for a training shoe.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Insole thickness
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 3.9 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

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue is slightly large (12 votes).

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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

Under armour scorpion

For our average-width feet, the fit of the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue felt right at home. We can confidently claim that it runs true to size and fit.

To back up our experience with data, we measured the widest part of the toebox with a caliper. At 98 mm, it sits in the medium range of cross-trainers.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Under Armour Løbe Skoe BPS Surge 3 AC
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 98.0 mm
Average 100.4 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
90.4 mm
Under armour scorpion
108.5 mm

Under Armour Maglietta a maniche lunghe nera con logo sul petto a sinistra

We also made sure that the Reign 5 doesn't get too tapered around the toes.

The width at the big-toe point comes in at 78.4 mm, which is also the average of our lab-tested trainers. 

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Toebox width at the big toe
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 78.4 mm
Average 78.8 mm
Compared to 34 training shoes
Number of shoes
65.0 mm
Under Armour Maglietta a maniche lunghe nera con logo sul petto a sinistra
89.4 mm

Lacing

The shoe has lace loops that are attached all the way to its base. It works similarly to Nike's Flywire but is much sturdier.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue laces

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Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue lacing

Stability

Under Armour Samarreta De Màniga Curta Fast Left Chest 2.0 | Lateral stability test

The stiff and flat platform of the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue really boosts confidence when lifting.

We felt nice and planted in this trainer.

Torsional rigidity

The shoe's midfoot cage and firm midsole teamed up to create a fairly rigid platform. Twisting the shoe, we rated its torsional rigidity as 4 out of 5. Nearly the stiffest on our scale!

This is a major stability bonus not only for lifting but also for a number of exercises where you rely on a steady base.

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 4
Average 2.7
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

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The shoe also provides a good amount of ankle support through its moderately stiff heel counter. On a 1 to 5 scale, where 5 is the stiffest, we rated it as 3.

Generous padding in this area also contributes to the comfort.

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 3
Average 2.7
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Tênis Under Armour Ua ht Se Verde
5

Midsole width - forefoot

The under armour threadborne shift heathered blue further enhances stability with its wide platform.

We measured the widest part of the forefoot at 112.1 mm, which is a couple of millimeters wider than the average.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 112.1 mm
Average 110.6 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
101.0 mm
Midsole width - forefoot
117.9 mm

Men's Under Armour Playoff 2.0 Heather Polo

In the heel, our caliper shows that the widest part is 85 mm and it is a couple of millimeters narrower than the average.

We don't think that's critical but a few extra millimeters wouldn't hurt either.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Midsole width in the heel
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 85.0 mm
Average 87.3 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
76.5 mm
Men's Under Armour Playoff 2.0 Heather Polo
97.4 mm

Ua Hg Armour Legging

Despite having two large flex grooves in the forefoot, this UA trainer turned out to be on the stiffer side.

We turned to a gauge tool to measure how much force it takes to bend the shoe to a 90-degree angle. The reading showed 24.9N which is 10% more than the average.

From our own experience, the shoe bends fine for planks and lunges as long as you don't expect the same flexibility as you see in a Armour Woven Track Pants Mens for example.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue plank

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 19.3N
Average 17.8N
We use an average of four tests. The video shows one of those tests.
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
4.3N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
37.9N

Weight

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Our scales show that the shoe weighs 12.3 oz (350g) in a men's US size 9. Even though it is an ounce heavier than training shoes on average, it is about the same as similar Crossfit shoes.

The Reign 5 also lost some weight compared to its predecessor which came in at 13 oz (369g).

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 12.35 oz (350g)
Average 10.76 oz (305g)
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
6.38 oz (181g)
Weight
13.83 oz (392g)

Breathability

To our delight, the UA under armour threadborne shift heathered blue is one of those rare cases where the upper combines durability and breathability quite successfully. The fact that our feet remained fresh all throughout the workout had a really positive impact on our performance.

To assess the shoe's breathability in an objective way, we pumped smoke through its upper to see how fast all of it passes through the material.

We rated the Reign's breathability as 3 out of 5. Not the highest score, yes, but a good trade-off given how wear resistant the fabric is.

Holding the upper against a bright light reveals how many ventilation holes are present throughout the upper.

Of course, we turned to our microscope to take a closer look at the shoe's unique Warp upper.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue micro

What we saw was a very intricate intertwining of various threads that all work together to create that fine balance of aeration and protection.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue microscope upper

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 3
Average 3.6
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

We couldn't wait to put the shoe's unique Warp upper to our Dremel test.

Applying the tool to the toebox for a whole 12 seconds with a 3.2N force and 10K RPM speed, we were astonished by its abrasion resistance. It got away with really minor damage and was still very much wearable!

The TriBase Reign gets a solid 4 out of 5 on our durability scale.

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 4
Average 2.5
Compared to 30 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

The heel padding on the other hand didn't do so well. After only 4 seconds of drilling, it ripped apart quite significantly.

We rated this part of the upper with the lowest score of 1 out of 5. 

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 1
Average 2.5
Compared to 28 training shoes
Number of shoes
1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

As for the outsole, we got some fairly average results.

Starting with the hardness of the rubber, our durometer showed 85.4 HC. This is a very typical level of hardness for training shoes.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Outsole hardness
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 85.4 HC
Average 83.0 HC
Camiseta de compresión UA ColdGear® Armour para hombre.
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
71.0 HC
Outsole hardness
94.5 HC

Outsole durability

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We then measured the depth of the dent with a tread gauge. The tool showed 1.23 mm which is a little deeper than the average.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Outsole durability

It doesn't necessarily mean that the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue is going to be destroyed sooner than most shoes. But we recommend limiting its use to the gym if you want to extend the shoe's shelf life.

And if you need a pair for outdoor workouts, we highly recommend the under armour ua w surge 2 wht.

Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 1.2 mm
Average 1.1 mm
Compared to 26 training shoes
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

Another factor that helps to predict outsole durability is its thickness. Measuring it with a caliper, we Chaussures that it is 4 mm thick in the Reign 5. This is a pretty average outsole.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Outsole thickness
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 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

The Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue provides an excellent bite in all gym situations. Be it lifting or pivoting, landing on a box, or using the machines.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Lug depth

Tongue padding

Just like the rest of the interiors, the shoe's tongue is very well padded. We measured its thickness at 6.4 mm, which is a little more than what we see on average.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Tongue padding
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue 6.4 mm
Average 5.4 mm
Compared to 41 training shoes
Number of shoes
1.0 mm
Tongue padding
10.4 mm

Tongue: gusset type

There are no gussets on this UA trainer. But the asymmetrical design of the shoe mouth proved to be pretty unskillful in locking the foot down and preventing tongue slips.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Tongue: gusset type
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue None

Heel tab

The finger loop on the under armour threadborne shift heathered blue has an interesting asymmetrical design.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Heel tab
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Finger loop

Removable insole

It is easy to remove the shoe's insole and replace it with any other insert of your choice.

Under Armour under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Removable insole
Test results
under armour threadborne shift heathered blue Yes