Men's Urban Recon 1
Men's Urban Recon 1
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DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
Classic Look, Built Wider.
Traditional street shoes look great, but are built narrow with minimal cushioning. After a day of wear, your toes, heels, and arches ache. Our CEO, Bear, had the same problem. He loved the look of popular skate shoes, but his feet would hurt after wearing them all day. So he decided to take what we’ve learned from the Savage 1 and apply it to a casual shoe you can comfortably wear all day. Meet the Urban Recon 1, the street shoe built for all-day comfort and functionality.
Constructed with Born Primitive’s signature wide toe box, lightweight EVA midsole, and removable dual-density molded footbed, the Urban Recon 1 delivers comfort and support where traditional street shoes fail. When it comes to your toes, millimeters matter. The Urban Recon 1's toe box is 8mm wider than the leading skate shoe and holds over 18% more volume. If you’re tired of smashing your toes into a narrow toe box for the sake of style, it’s time to try the Urban Recon 1.
FEATURES
FEATURES
– Upper: suede, textile, leather, TPU
– Lining: textile
– Durable molded rubber outsole with shield-tread traction
– Compression-molded EVA midsole balances stability, cushioning, and energy return
– Dual-density molded footbed for stability and all-day comfort
– Wide toe box and 4mm heel-to-toe drop for biomechanical balance
– Mid-height padded collar for comfort and ankle stability
PRODUCT CARE
PRODUCT CARE
SIZING RECOMMENDATIONS
SIZING RECOMMENDATIONS
The Urban Recon fits true to size with intentionally more room through the toe box for natural toe splay.
If you already own the Savage 1 we suggest ordering the same size. If you are new to Born Primitive, start with your standard size.
DELIVERY & RETURNS
DELIVERY & RETURNS
Delivery
Free standard shipping on orders over $150.
We also offer express shipping options. See prices at checkout.
- Next Day
- 2nd Day
- Expedited (2-4 Days)
Returns & Exchanges
- 30 Day Return Window
- Free Exchanges
- Free Returns for Store Credit
- Returns to original form of payment subject to $12 processing fee
- See our full Return Policy HERE
*Please note items marked "exchange only" are eligible for exchanges and store credit only. Final Sale items cannot be returned or exchanged.

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EVERY MILLIMETER MATTERS TO YOUR TOES
The Urban Recon 1's toe box is over 8mm wider than the leading street shoe and holds over 18% more volume.
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EVA
midsole
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Anatomical swing to better fit the natural shape of your foot
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Wider and taller toe
box for more room
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Dual density
foam insole
COMPLETE THE LOOK
CUSTOMERS ALSO LOVE
- Lars S.Verified BuyerReviewingMen's Urban Recon 1 (Black)I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars11 hours agoSuper comfortable, great everyday sneakers!
I already have Born Primitive shoes for CrossFit and really love how comfortable they are. So I decided to try the Urban Recon as everyday sneakers. And they are just as great! Super comfortable, plenty of room for my feet and they look really good too. Definitely not my last pair of Born Primitive shoes!
Was this helpful? - Harald D.Verified BuyerReviewingMen's Urban Recon 1 (Multicam)I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars13 hours agoAwesome shoe
Great shoe, unfortunately too big…will definitely try to get them smaller…
Was this helpful? - Jesse M.Verified BuyerReviewingMen's Urban Recon 1 (Brown/Black)I recommend this productHeight 5'9" - 6'0"Activity Casual Wear, Work, OtherSize 10.5Rated 4 out of 5 stars2 days agoFirst pair review
So I bought these shoes at the suggestion of a friend. Who had purchased a pair and let me slip them on. When my own pair arrived I have worn them, at the time of this review for about 4 days straight. They are spacious around the toes, and snug around the bridge and Ankle of your foot. In a good supportive way. Most new shoes after a day's work, my heels feel pressure still in a little bit of pain. These shoes I actually didn't have that issue. Now don't let the fact that I'm reviewing a four-star here make you think less of the shoe, as I'm really want to wear them for extended period of time before I give it to five star for survivability. Otherwise this is a good shoe, a comfortable shoe and has actually sort of helped a lower back pain I was having, and unexpected benefit.
Was this helpful? - SaraVerified BuyerReviewingMen's Urban Recon 1 (Black)I recommend this productHeight 5'9" - 6'0"Size 11Rated 5 out of 5 stars2 days agoI’m going to go broke
Born primitive never disappoints. These are perfect in every way shape and form. Nice wide toe box but perfect cushion. I NEED an all black with gum.
Was this helpful? - Chris C.Verified ReviewerReviewingMen's Urban Recon 1 (Black)I recommend this productHeight 5'5" - 5'8"Activity Work, Going Out, Casual Wear, OtherSize 10Rated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoGreat Shoe
Love the wide toe box. Find them to be super comfortable being on my feet most of the day.
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