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Reebok All Terrain Super Review (OCR/Spartan Shoe)

March 10, 2014 by Heather Hart, ACSM EP, CSCS 18 Comments

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Last Updated on March 9, 2022 by Heather Hart, ACSM EP, CSCS

The Reebok All Terrain series, designed for obstacle course racing (OCR), has been a much awaited and anticipated shoe for the OCR community.  While many shoes on the market have proven to work well in the mud and on obstacles, no shoe has been specifically designed with obstacle course racing in mind.  Until now.  

Available for pre-order now, the shoe is set to be released to the public on March 15th.   Thanks to my friends at Reebok and Obstacle Racing Media, I was able to get my hands on a pair of the All Terrain Super’s for review.

(4/12/16 update: Review of the latest edition, the Reebok All Terrain Super OR, can be found HERE.)

Reebok All Terrain OCR shoe

The All Terrain Series currently includes two different styles, the Sprint and the Super.  While the Super is indeed low profile and lightweight (more on that below), from my understanding the Sprint is even more so.  I’m assuming this goes along with the fact that a Spartan Sprint is a shorter distance race (3-5 miles) than a Spartan Super (8-10 miles).  As far as I know, there is no All Terrain “Beast” yet…

SPECS:

  • – Weight: 7.75oz/225g (Men’s); 6.6oz/190g (Women’s)
    – Drop: 5mm (heel-toe)

    –MSRP: $120
  • – One piece mesh upper for breathability with ION Mask technology to repel water and reduce drying time
  • – Low-cut for mobility with a FuseFrame construction to lock the foot over the platform
  • – DuraGrip technology for durability in key wear areas around the toe box
    – Slim CMEVA midsole foam for responsive forefoot feel with a light PU sockliner for comfort
  • – Rock Guard for durability with smooth rubber between outsole lugs for easier rinsing
  • – Square, indented lugs: Allow for traction in all directions
    – Toe Pick and Sticky Rubber: Helps give leverage and provides exceptional grip
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REVIEW:

Typically, I prefer to test sneakers in the conditions they were meant for: trail shoes on the trail, road shoes on the road,  lifting shoes in the gym, etc.  The Reebok All Terrain series was designed as obstacle course racing shoes, not simply trail shoes that can hold their own in an OCR.

 However, it is March in Vermont….EVERYTHING is covered in ice and snow.

 Also, and unfortunately, I do not have a random 8 foot wall or mud covered climbing rope at my disposal (for what it is worth, we are moving next week to a house with a huge yard, so we will remedy this situation ASAP).   So the conditions for testing this shoe were not ideal, but I still did the best I could…for now. I assure you this review will be updated as soon as I’m able to take them on a race course.

THAT SAID…I will give you my initial thoughts.

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Fresh from the box…

FIT:  The shoe is incredibly lightweight while still feeling pretty rugged. With a 5 mm heel to toe drop, you can tell simply by feel that these are indeed a more minimal shoe.   Upon first putting it on, I noticed it was slightly more stiff than your average running shoe.  

This, however, is probably a good attribute, as often times during OCR you are covering unstable ground where a more flexible shoe would cause issues.  

I ordered a size ten, and it fits as I would have hoped.  They are, in my opinion, a narrow shoe (see picture below).  I have a narrow foot, so this works well for me.  The toe-box is not very wide.  Keep in mind, this is a shoe designed for racing, so narrow and sleek is somewhat expected.

Reebok All Terrain Width
For comparison: Reebok All Terrain Super on left, Brooks Pure Flow 2 on right (covered in road salt…winter in VT!) Both women’s size 10

Note: if you are looking for a shoe that is wider, and offers more stability and cushion, check out our review of the Reebok Outdoor Wild.

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Reebok Outdoor Wild, left, Reebok All Terrain Super, right.

GRIP:   There are fantastic lugs/teeth on the bottom of the shoe designed for obstacle, and of course, mud grip. They are spaced far enough apart that mud (or snow) does not get stuck between the teeth.   There is also a specific obstacle grip on the arch of the shoe that is designed to help assist with rope climbs.

From experience I can tell you that climbing a rope in a gym/box and climbing a soaked, mud covered rope at an OCR are two completely different experiences, so I foresee this grip being a fantastic addition to the shoe.   The lugs on the bottom of the shoe worked quite well on ice and snow.  I imagine that will transfer over nicely to mud in the spring.

I was slightly concerned with how the lugs would affect balance for things such as the Traverse Wall or log hops during a race.  Obviously I couldn’t replicate those to a tee, but a fallen log in the middle of the woods is better than nothing.  I was pleasantly surprised that the aggressive tread didn’t impede balance.

Reebok All Terrain Super
Balance…or something.

WATER:  This is a huge one for OCR.   Trying to make something “waterproof” is a moot point, as we don’t just run through puddles in this sport, we swim through them.   Therefore, what is needed isn’t a waterproof shoe, but a shoe that drains incredibly well, and fast.   I was skeptical on this one, but Reebok figured it out.  

To test the draining capabilities, I waded right into a freezing cold pond during our run.  (I’ve got cabin fever, it was a thrill.) Not only did the shoes drain fast, but during the half mile run back to the car, there was zero sloshing or pooling of water in the shoe.  Other than wet socks, it truly didn’t feel like I had just been in the water.

 Geoff put the shoes in the window of our apartment to dry and before the day was over, they were 100% dry.  So if you are racing two days back to back, you should have zero issues with wet shoes.

RUN:  They were comfortable while running. Honestly, nothing stood out, which is a good thing.  Laces stayed in place, no chaffing on the upper, no slipping.  No news is good news in this department: I didn’t even notice the shoe as I was running.

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Icy trail: no problem.

DURABILITY:  This is something that is yet to be determined, and I know will be a huge deal breaker for many potential buyers. I will be sure to update this blog post after a few more mud sessions and hopefully an OCR or two. 

SUMMARY

So far, I’m really pleased and excited about this shoe.  I think it has potential to be THE shoe for the 2014 OCR season, and as much as I love Reebok, I hope the All Terrain encourages other shoe companies to realize the need for OCR shoe options.  

As mentioned earlier, I will update this review ASAP after I’m able to test it out on more ideal trails and hopefully even a race.   But for those who are itching to buy this shoe, I’m going to take a leap and give it a preemptive seal of approval. I think it will truly excel on the race course. 

 Click Here for the Post Race Update

Questions?  Please post them in the comments section below, and I will be happy to answer.
Want to see more?  Check out the video below, or some reviews from a few of my friends:

New England Spahtens All Terrain Super Review

On My Way To Sparta:  All Terrain Super Review

*Disclosure* Reebok provided me with these shoes free of charge, however, all opinions expressed are solely my own. 

Heather Hart, ACSM EP, CSCS
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Heather Hart is an ACSM certified Exercise Physiologist, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), UESCA certified Ultrarunning Coach, RRCA certified Running Coach, co-founder of Hart Strength and Endurance Coaching, and creator of this site, Relentless Forward Commotion.   She is a mom of two teen boys, and has been running and racing distances of 5K to 100+ miles for over a decade.  Heather has been writing and encouraging others to find a love for fitness and movement since 2009.

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About Heather Hart, ACSM EP, CSCS

Heather Hart is an ACSM certified Exercise Physiologist, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), UESCA certified Ultrarunning Coach, RRCA certified Running Coach, co-founder of Hart Strength and Endurance Coaching, and creator of this site, Relentless Forward Commotion.   She is a mom of two teen boys, and has been running and racing distances of 5K to 100+ miles for over a decade.  Heather has been writing and encouraging others to find a love for fitness and movement since 2009.

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Comments

  1. Carla

    March 10, 2014 at 11:56 am

    ok BEYOND the fact this shoe is awesome—YOU ARE THE PERFECT PERSON TO PRE-TEST IT!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Heather

      March 10, 2014 at 11:57 am

      <3 Thanks Carla!! <3

      Reply
  2. Linz

    March 10, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    these look awesome and so hardcore!!

    Reply
  3. Courtney @ Don't Blink. Just Run.

    March 10, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    They look amazing and I’m glad to hear they’re narrow, as I too have narrow feet. I just got a pair of Outdoor Wilds that I’ve not yet been able to use in an OCR since I got them in like January, but I can’t wait to break those in. Maybe these can be the next pair after that! 🙂

    Reply
  4. cupcakekelly

    March 10, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    These look awesome, can’t wait to hear your thoughts after you put them through an OCR!

    Reply
  5. Happy Fit Mama (@happyfitmama)

    March 11, 2014 at 12:10 am

    These shoes sound awesome! I can’t believe they dried that soon. Very cool!

    Reply
  6. Coco

    March 11, 2014 at 12:45 am

    Love how you put them to the test. The side-by-side with the Brooks is really interesting.

    Reply
  7. Gav

    March 16, 2014 at 7:13 am

    If only Reebok put them on sale in the UK. Their UK website has no mention of them and their customer service hasn’t heard of them…and I have my first Tough Mudder in 6 weeks. Getting them sent via a mail forwarding service (because Reebok US won’t ship internationally) will push them up to $200. Boo to you Reebok!

    Reply
    • Jon

      March 26, 2014 at 6:40 pm

      http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111305222998?var=410295612306&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

      Check em out but beware US sizing.
      I need an 11.5 myself….

      Reply
  8. Rich King

    March 16, 2014 at 9:45 am

    One of the best pre-release reviews ive found. Have to first say Thank you. The shoes look great and perfect for OCRs, but my flat, wide, size 12 feet would be in too much pain in these. Ive always had foot pain from slim or arched shoes. It’s why i can only run in Vibrams. Your comparison to other shoes likely saved me a world of pain. Thanks for the great review.

    Reply
  9. Josh Burnett

    March 29, 2014 at 1:03 pm

    Please help me find these in size 15. I normally have to order my shoes online and I can’t find any place that has these in size 15. I have my tough murder coming up in a couple months and spartan race later in the year and want these so bad. Can you please help this Bigfoot out?

    Reply
    • Heather

      March 30, 2014 at 5:03 pm

      Josh Burnett…stay tuned, I’ll see what I can find!

      Reply
  10. Brian Ramey

    March 30, 2014 at 8:36 pm

    Have yours loosened up any? Might are right in the sides and I know they are narrow. But I don’t want to go up a size a half size and be to big. What do you think?

    Reply
    • Gordon

      June 13, 2014 at 9:30 am

      The only problems I have is 1 durability of the sneaker and I feel on walls its horrible. That’s the only 2 issues.This sneaker is outstanding everywhere else.

      Reply
  11. ashley

    September 16, 2015 at 2:49 pm

    Thanks for the advice! Gotta spartan this saturday, planning to wear them!

    Reply

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