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The FETAQ AllMove 3, I bet you’ve never heard of this shoe. I had never heard of this brand until a buddy at the Saint Louis Sports Clinic recommended it to me. He said it was his favorite cross-training shoe so you know I had to try it for myself.
I was skeptical at first. Out of the box they look clunky. Then I put them on and my skepticism disappeared. They felt surprisingly good.
They look like they have an excessive stack height thanks to the aesthetically questionable sidewall, but my foot sits a lot closer to the ground than I expected.
It’s also rare that a shoe feels smooth and broken in right out of the box. That surprised me with these. They are a bit narrower thanks to the taper through the toebox. Sizing up a half or full size won’t give you enough room in the toebox to be comfortable.
And before you ask, no, these aren’t some Amazon budget brand. They’ll set you back nearly $180 after shipping. For the right athlete, though, that will be worth it. It’s a great shoe for the right CrossFit athlete, but for everyone else, it’s a tougher sell.
FETAQ AllMove 3
$159
Pros
- Locked-in feeling
- Good stability and responsiveness
- Great outsole grip
Cons
- Narrowish toe box
- A bit pricey
- Sidewalls can feel like a lot
Best For
- CrossFit
- Strength Training
- Arch Support Lovers
- Athletic Workouts
Specs
| Heel-to-Toe Drop | N/A |
| Weight | 13.4 oz (size 10) |
| Width | Medium |
| Lifting Threshold | ~455 lbs |
| Run Distance Threshold | 1-2 mi (tested at one time) |
ALTERNATIVES
Who Should Buy The FETAQ AllMove 3?
- If you are looking for a shoe with a good amount of arch support, these are going to feel right at home on your feet. The taper through the toebox and how it hugs the forefoot give it a solid feel.
- If you are a CrossFit athlete or primarily focus on cross-training or athletic-style training, these are definitely worth checking out. The dual-density midsole gives you just the right amount of stability without being stiff and rigid. And the lateral support from the high sidewall helps to prevent unnecessary spillover.
- If you train dynamically and strength-focused on different days, the two insole options make this a win. One insole is geared more towards dynamic movements with comfort and mobility in mind. The other insole is more rigid and supportive, perfect for those heavy strength-focused days where stability is a must.
Who Shouldn’t Buy The FETAQ AllMove 3?
- If you have a blocky foot or a flat foot, the arch and taper through the toebox are going to be restricting.
- If you’re shopping on a budget, the MSRP on these is $159. When you tack on international shipping, that comes in closer to $180. They’re definitely more of an investment piece. And having to exchange them internationally makes it a bit more of a hassle if you end up ordering the wrong size.
- If you don’t like a chunky aesthetic to your shoes, the excessive sidewall and platform vibe is going to be a turnoff. They’re not a dad-shoe chunky vibe, per se, just a bit visually thick throughout.
Sizing & Fit Thoughts
About My Feet: I have a normal arch/instep and my feet come in at an E/EE width. The length of my left and right foot are consistent with one another, and I size as a true US 10 for most companies’ sizing charts.
Fit Breakdown:
- Narrow (<D) feet: True to size
- Medium (D) width: True to size
- E and EE: True to size
- 3E+: Skip these
Converting the EU sizes to US sizes can be tricky. FETAQ has a size guide on their website, and I’ve got a sizing guide you take a look at it here to help you figure out your size.
Narrow through 2E wide feet will fit true to size. I’m right in between an E and 2E foot width. There were some moments that I could feel my pinky toe pressing into the sidewall, especially during lateral movements. The mesh upper is forgiving enough that it wasn’t uncomfortable. If you have a 3E or wider foot though, I’d suggest passing entirely. I don’t know that sizing up a half size, or even a full size, will give you enough room in the toebox thanks to the aggressive taper.
Length-wise, they were spot on. I had a thumb’s width of room at the end of my big toe. That’s perfect for how I like my shoes to fit, especially shoes that I plan on pushing hard through athletic drills and circuits.
It’s worth mentioning again that if you have flat feet, the arch in these is very pronounced. I’d suggest looking elsewhere if that’s the case for you.
Performance Breakdown
Lifting: 8/10
I was concerned that they’d be too unstable when I first saw the high sidewall. I wasn’t sure what to expect at first. I don’t mind a marshmallow feel when I go out for a long run, but that’s not what I want in the gym. They surprised me.
I felt very grounded and solid during deadlifts. Despite their appearance, my foot sits a lot closer to the ground than I expected it to. The dual-density midsole helped too. They were soft and responsive in the forefoot, and more stable and dense in the heel. They weren’t overly stable, to the point of being uncomfortable, just the right amount.
The outsole has incredible grip. I didn’t have any issues with my feet slipping on machines or on a wooden platform during squats. There’s still not a lot of ground feel, a knock against it for my powerlifters out there. But the stability insole does a great job of making up for that.
Cross-Training & CrossFit: 9/10
This is really where the AllMove 3 shines. It makes sense, it’s billed as a performance training shoe. I noticed it right away when the heel locked into the rower easily and immediately.
The whole shoe gave me a good locked-in feeling. Even though I think it’s aesthetically weird, the high sidewall came in clutch during lateral moves and jumps. It helped lock my foot in during those side-to-side moves and kept me from spilling over despite my pinky toe’s best efforts to push through the side of the toebox.
The midsole and outsole feel like they were designed with this kind of training in mind. The softer forefoot is perfect for springing off your toes for broad jumps and box jumps. The more dense heel compliments it well, providing just the right amount of stability when I landed. The outsole gripped everything. I didn’t slip on the turf at all during sled pulls and pushes.
Short Runs: 8.5/10
These are fine for short runs and intervals. The forefoot was soft enough to be forgiving on treadmills. The heel is a bit too dense and stable for me. It’d probably be better if you’re a forefoot striker, but every time I dropped into a heel strike gait, it was a noticeable difference.
If you’re planning on adding in some 400 or 800 intervals throughout a workout, or hitting a quick mile to warm up or cool down, the AllMove 3 will get the job done. I don’t know that I’m going to be running any 5K’s in them though.
Daily Wear: 8/10
These aren’t my favorite for daily wear. Comfort isn’t the issue, they’re comfortable enough even with the aggressive taper through the forefoot.
Aesthetically, they’re just okay to me. They look like a cross between a futuristic shoe, dad-shoe with the sidewalls and thick midsole, and an athletic-style shoe like the Nano X5. It’s not my vibe, but maybe it’s yours
Construction & Materials
The upper is a lightweight, breathable mesh that runs from the toebox through the midfoot. There are a few synthetic overlays that give it a bit of structure. The boot is a lower profile, padded mesh. There’s a heel tab on the back to help pull it on and off. The heel also features a synthetic wrap with a small embossed branding on the side.
There are four core eyelets with a fifth reinforced eyelet for lace lock. The tongue is padded mesh.
The midsole is a dual-density foam that is softer in the forefoot and more stable in the heel. The midsole extends up the the medial and lateral sides of the shoe, creating a high sidewall. Underneath the sidewall is a synthetic layer for added lateral support and security.
Underneath, the outsole is a full rubber tread. It features a herring bone pattern around the perimeter and deeper lugs under the center of the foot. There are breaks in the forefoot for additional flexibility. The deeper lugs extend up the side of the shoe for added grip during rope climbs. There’s also a rigid TPU insert under the midfoot for added security.
Final Thoughts: Would I Buy Again?
The FETAQ AllMove 3 is a pretty solid shoe and will excel for the right CrossFit athlete. Thanks to the midsole, it gives Nano X5 vibes, in a good way.
I wouldn’t personally buy it again because of my preferences (I like a bit more minimalism and width in my shoes), but they’re not a shoe that I wouldn’t recommend when your context aligns with them.
It’s not a shoe for everyone. The toebox taper and excessive arch, thanks to the rope guard, mean it’s not going to be a fit for athletes with wider or flat feet. And the price point can be a big turn off. For the price of the OnCloud Pulse Pro, you’d expect it to be more of a generalist trainer.
I don’t think I’ll be getting this one again. It does a few things pretty well, but there’s enough quirks that it’s not going to be one I keep around for my personal needs.
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