ENGINEERED FOR COMPETITION
Colton Engelbrecht#1 ATWR Powerlifter
PERFORMANCE FOOTWEAR

ENGINEERED FOR COMPETITION

Specialized High Performance Footwear for Strength Athletes.Trusted by the top athletes in the world.

FIND YOUR SHOE

What type of shoe are you looking for?

Do you prefer a heeled or flat shoe for squats?

How do you deadlift?

Radix Pro Stealth barefoot powerlifting shoe - wide toe box, ultra-thin sole, Novus Griptech outsole

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Radix Pro

The Ultimate One-Shoe Solution

For lifters who want one shoe that handles squats, deadlifts, bench, and accessories without switching footwear. The Radix Pro's Novus™ 3.0 compound delivers our best grip across any surface, while the 3.3mm sole keeps you connected to the platform.

Extended sole flanges add lateral stability for dynamic movements, and the extra-wide EE toe box lets your toes spread naturally under load.

3.3mm SoleNovus 3.0Extra Wide EE
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Radix

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Ronin Lifters

Wide Toe Box Heeled Squat Shoe

The Ronin Lifters' 20mm heel puts you in the optimal squat position — more depth, more upright torso, zero compromise. The non-compressible midsole transfers every ounce of force directly to the platform.

The dual-strap system over laces locks your foot in place under maximal loads, and the Novus™ 2.0 outsole ensures you stay rooted during heavy squats and bench press.

20mm HeelNovus 2.0Wide E
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Radix Pro (if you prefer flat squats)

Radix Pro Stealth barefoot powerlifting shoe - wide toe box, ultra-thin sole, Novus Griptech outsole

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Radix Pro

Precision Flat Squat Shoe

If you have the ankle mobility to squat in flats, the Radix Pro gives you the best of both worlds — direct ground feel from the 3.3mm zero-drop sole, plus the lateral support you need under heavy loads.

The TPU-reinforced upper and extended sole flanges keep your foot stable through every phase of the lift. Novus™ 3.0 Griptech ensures you stay planted.

3.3mm SoleNovus 3.0Extra Wide EE
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Radix (lighter, more minimalist feel)

Sumo Sole Gen 4 Stealth side profile view - wide toe box powerlifting slipper in black

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Sumo Sole Gen 5

The Sumo Deadlift Slipper

Sumo demands toe splay. The SSG5's extra-wide EE toe box lets your toes spread naturally for a wider, more stable stance. The anatomically shaped 3.8mm sole and Novus™ 3.0 compound ensure maximal ground contact and grip on any surface.

Dual straps lock the midfoot while the flexible construction allows completely unrestricted movement — exactly what you need to drive through the floor in sumo.

3.8mm SoleNovus 3.0Extra Wide EE
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Radix Pro (if you also train in shoes)

Notorious Lifters Gen 3 Stealth side view - minimalist powerlifting slipper, dual strap closure

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Notorious Lifters Gen 3

The Classic Deadlift Slipper

For conventional pullers who want a classic, no-frills slipper. The NLG3's standard D-width toe box keeps your foot locked in without excess room, and the 3.8mm flat sole puts you as close to the floor as possible.

Updated lateral support and a locked-in heel cup provide confidence-inspiring stability, while the signature dual straps keep everything secure under heavy loads.

3.8mm SoleDual StrapStandard D
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Sumo Sole Gen 5 (wider toe box)

Sumo Sole Gen 4 Stealth side profile view - wide toe box powerlifting slipper in black

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Sumo Sole Gen 5

Versatile Deadlift Slipper

For lifters who pull both sumo and conventional, the SSG5's extra-wide EE toe box gives you versatility for either stance. The wider toe box accommodates sumo toe splay while still providing excellent ground contact for conventional pulls.

Novus™ 3.0 Griptech and dual-strap lockdown keep your foot secure regardless of your pulling style.

3.8mm SoleNovus 3.0Extra Wide EE
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NLG3 (if you prefer standard width)

Radix Stealth barefoot powerlifting shoe side view - wide toe box, zero drop, Novus Griptech outsole

OUR RECOMMENDATION

Radix

The Barefoot Training Shoe for Lifters

The Radix is the premier barefoot-style shoe for strength training. At 25% lighter than the average powerlifting shoe with a sole 20% thinner than leading barefoot shoes, it delivers true minimalist ground feel without compromising on grip or support.

The full-body TPU cage and multi-layered heel support give you structural stability, while the Novus™ 2.0 outsole provides best-in-class traction. The extra-wide EE toe box lets your feet work the way nature intended.

3.3mm SoleNovus 2.0Extra Wide EE
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Radix Pro (more grip and support)

TRUSTED BY WORLD-CLASS ATHLETES

Colton Engelbrecht

Colton Engelbrecht

All-Time World Record Powerlifter

First human to achieve a 1,200kg total -- the all-time world record total. #1 in the 110kg, 125kg, and 140kg weight classes. Called the strongest pound-for-pound lifter on the planet.

@colton_the.limit.breaker
Inez Carrasquillo

Inez Carrasquillo

2x Rogue Invitational Champion · Arnold Classic Winner

Back-to-back Rogue Invitational Strongwoman champion. Arnold Strongwoman Classic winner. Women's log lift record holder at 145.5kg. Widely regarded as the best all-around strongwoman on the planet.

@inez_prostrongwoman
Tom Owens

Tom Owens

Britain's Strongest Man · u105kg

2x England's Strongest Man, Britain's Strongest Man, and European Championships runner-up. Multiple world records in throwing weight and car deadlift. Worlds competitor.

@tomtheowens
Joy Rindfleisch

Joy Rindfleisch

IPF World Silver Medalist

World sub-junior bench press record holder. From competitive gymnast to world-class powerlifter within her first year of competing.

@joyjoysfitness_
Natalie Richards

Natalie Richards

57kg IPF World Champion

World Champion, 3x National Champion, and first 57kg athlete to total over 500kg in Powerlifting America competition. World record holder.

@nat_lifting
Jocelyn Eng

Jocelyn Eng

47KG IPF World Silver Medalist

World junior bench press record holder. Represented Team USA at IPF Worlds.

@gym.with.joc
Krystal Stanczyk

Krystal Stanczyk

2024 U64 World's Strongest Woman

World champion in the u64kg class. Arnold Amateur Strongwoman World Champion. Rose from amateur ranks to the top of the professional podium in just two years.

@mrs.giant_slayer_krause
Michelle Dai

Michelle Dai

IPF Team Canada · 57kg

Junior 57kg powerlifter representing Canada on the international IPF stage. Rising star in the sport.

@imellechim
Aliza Tessler

Aliza Tessler

National & International Competitor

NAPF North American Championships competitor. Qualified for USAPL Nationals at her second-ever meet.

@liztess

Born from a Powerlifter's Frustration

In 2019, Joe Chau — a competitive powerlifter and world record deadlift holder in the 67kg class — grew frustrated with the lack of minimalist footwear built for the platform. Every option was too thick, too cushioned, or designed for a different sport entirely. So he built his own.

Notorious Lift launched from Joe's living room. Today, our footwear is trusted by thousands of strength athletes across powerlifting, strongman, and competitive fitness worldwide — with every model engineered for maximum floor contact, ultra-thin soles, and competition-grade grip.

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EST. 2019BUENA PARK, CA
Notorious Lift athlete deadlifting on the competition platform

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Compare our footwear lines side by side

Ronin Lifters $149.99 Radix Pro $109.99 Radix $89.99 Sumo Sole Gen 5 $79.99 Notorious Lifters $59.99
Best ForWeightlifting; SquatsAll TrainingAll TrainingPowerliftingPowerlifting
Sole Height20mm heel3.3mm3.3mm3.8mm3.8mm
Heel-to-Toe Drop20mmZeroZeroZeroZero
Toe BoxWideWideWideWideStandard
Competition Approved IPF/USAPL IPF/USAPL IPF/USAPL IPF/USAPL IPF/USAPL
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Ronin Lifters $149.99
  • Best For Weightlifting; Squats
  • Sole Height 20mm heel
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop 20mm
  • Toe Box Wide
  • Competition IPF/USAPL
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Radix Pro $109.99
  • Best For All Training
  • Sole Height 3.3mm
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop Zero
  • Toe Box Wide
  • Competition IPF/USAPL
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Radix $89.99
  • Best For All Training
  • Sole Height 3.3mm
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop Zero
  • Toe Box Wide
  • Competition IPF/USAPL
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Sumo Sole Gen 5 $79.99
  • Best For Powerlifting
  • Sole Height 3.8mm
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop Zero
  • Toe Box Wide
  • Competition IPF/USAPL
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Notorious Lifters $59.99
  • Best For Powerlifting
  • Sole Height 3.8mm
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop Zero
  • Toe Box Standard
  • Competition IPF/USAPL
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