What are the lightest racing flats available in the market?
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Weight (oz) ⇅ | Stack Height (mm) ⇅ | Drop (mm) ⇅ | Sole Stiffness ⇅ | Spike Pattern ⇅ | Upper Material ⇅ |
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adidas Zenboost
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£62.48 ≈ | 7.41 | 23 | 6 | — | — | Textile |
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The adidas Zenboost is a cushioned road-running shoe with a responsive BOOST+ midsole, breathable textile upper, and durable rubber outsole. It suits everyday runners, gym users, and longer easy runs who prioritize comfort over race-day minimalism. ★ Ideal forAt 7.41 oz, the Zenboost is relatively light for a cushioned trainer, but its BOOST+ midsole and 23 mm stack make it better suited to lightweight everyday running than to the lightest racing-flat category. |
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PUMA Fast-FWD Nitro Elite 2
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£146.99 ≈ | 4.6 | 31 | 8 | — | — | ULTRAWEAVE |
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The PUMA Fast-FWD Nitro Elite 2 is a lightweight short-distance racing shoe with NITROFOAM Elite cushioning and a carbon-fibre PWRPLATE for responsive propulsion. Its low stack and aggressive, snappy ride suit neutral runners targeting fast 5K and 10K races or interval sessions. ★ Ideal forAt 4.6 oz with a 31 mm heel stack, 8 mm drop, lightweight ULTRAWEAVE upper, and carbon-fibre PWRPLATE, this is specifically suited to runners seeking one of the lightest road racing flats for fast 5K and 10K efforts.
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ASICS Hyper Speed 6
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£95.53 ≈ | 5.6 | 21 heel / 15 forefoot | 6 | — | — | Double-layered mesh with welded overlays |
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The ASICS Hyper Speed 6 is a lightweight, flexible racing flat with a low 21 mm heel and 15 mm forefoot stack. Its breathable mesh upper and roomy fit make it suitable for speed workouts, road racing, and runners who prefer a responsive, minimally structured shoe. ★ Ideal forAt 5.6 oz with a 21 mm heel stack, 15 mm forefoot stack, and flexible racing-flat construction, the ASICS Hyper Speed 6 is a strong option for runners seeking one of the lightest racing flats available.
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