What are the lightest weight road racing flats available?
This page compares 3 lightest weight road racing flats with verified specifications and prices. Top options include adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11, New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer v2, Altra Escalante Racer 2. Prices range from £73 to £956. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11
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£87.47 ≈ | 6.5 oz 184 g | 32 mm heel / 25 mm forefoot | 1.1 mm outsole | 7 mm | LIGHTTRAXION with Continental rubber | Lightlock textile | — |
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The adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 11 is a lightweight road-racing shoe with a moderate stack, Lightstrike Pro foam, and glass-fiber EnergyRods for a snappy, fast ride. It suits runners targeting 5K to 10K races, track workouts, and shorter road races who prefer a lower-profile racing shoe. ★ Ideal forAt 184 g with a 32 mm heel, 25 mm forefoot, and 7 mm drop, this is a lightweight road racer designed for fast 5K to 10K efforts while retaining more cushioning than traditional racing flats.
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New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer v2
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£955.64 ≈ | 209 g | 35 mm heel / 27 mm forefoot | 2.9 mm | 8 mm | Rubber | Breathable mesh | — |
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The FuelCell SuperComp Pacer v2 is a lightweight carbon-plated road racing shoe with a 100% PEBA FuelCell midsole and a low-profile design. It is best suited to fast 5K through half-marathon racing for runners who want a responsive, propulsive feel close to the ground. ★ Ideal forAt 209 g with a 35 mm heel and 27 mm forefoot stack, this carbon-plated road racer is a lightweight option for runners seeking fast racing flats with more cushioning and propulsion than traditional flats.
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Altra Escalante Racer 2
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£73.42 ≈ | 8.8 oz / 249 g | 22 mm | 4.6 mm | 0 mm | Rubber | Engineered Knit | — |
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The Altra Escalante Racer 2 is a lightweight, low-profile road shoe with a 22 mm stack, zero drop, responsive Altra EGO midsole, and breathable engineered knit upper. Its roomy Original FootShape fit and firm, grounded ride suit runners seeking a natural-feeling shoe for speedwork, shorter races, and fast training. ★ Ideal forWith a men's weight of 8.8 oz / 249 g, 22 mm stack height, zero drop, and road-focused rubber outsole, the Escalante Racer 2 is a lightweight option for runners seeking racing flats with a natural, responsive feel.
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