Is the Heel Height on Nike Savaleos Too Low for Squats

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Apr 06, 2026 14:24

I am looking at the Nike Savaleos because they are much more affordable than the Romaleos but I am worried that the heel height is too low for squats. I think they have a 0.5 inch drop whereas the Romaleos have closer to 0.75 or more. I have quite poor ankle mobility from years of football in Yorkshire.

I want to know if that extra quarter inch really makes a difference for hitting depth. I do not want to buy them and then find out I still cannot squat properly. I am also curious about the overall stability since they only have one strap instead of two.

Has anyone here used the Savaleos for heavy training? Do you think they are a good entry level shoe or should I just save up for the top tier models? I would love to hear from anyone who has used both and can tell me if the heel height difference is noticeable.

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