In running, it’s all about the shoes. There’s no other piece of equipment you need. Some shoes are best for shorter distances, while others can handle the long haul of a marathon.
Most racing flats are lighter, which means they’re not as supportive as your daily mileage shoes. Still, studies show that the flexibility and lighter weight of competitive shoes mean faster times.
Lightweight trainers are also great for the track or for your high-intensity speed workouts. Here’s a look at 10 of the fastest racing flats that will help you cross that finish line in record time.
Altra One2
Weight: 5.9 oz.; $100 1 of 11Asics Gel-Hyper Speed 6
Weight: 5.7 oz.; $85 2 of 11Pearl Izumi E: Motion Tri N1 V2
Weight: 9.1 oz.; $125 3 of 11Brooks Launch 2
Weight: 9.8 oz.; $100 4 of 11Newton Distance Elite
Weight: 7.2 oz.; $155 5 of 11Mizuno Wave Ekiden 9
Weight: 4.6 oz.; $115 6 of 11Skechers GO Speed Runner
Weight: 7.1 oz.; $120 7 of 11New Balance XC900v2 Spikeless
Weight: 5.1 oz.; $80 8 of 11Saucony Type A6
Weight: 5.2 oz.; $100 9 of 11Adidas Adizero Adios Boost 2.0
Weight: 8 oz.; $140 10 of 11Get ACTIVE on the Go
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