Carbon-plated running shoes
Compare carbon-plated running shoes for racing and fast training, including current prices and specifications.
57 models
FAST-R NITRO Elite 2
FAST-R NITRO Elite 2 is Puma's speed-first option for hard workouts and racing. It suits runners who want an aggressive, propulsive ride rather than a relaxed daily trainer.
Hyperion Elite 3
The Hyperion Elite 3 is a plated road racer built to make sustained fast running feel efficient and controlled. It is best saved for key workouts and race day rather than relaxed daily mileage.
Rocket X
The Rocket X is a fast, plated road shoe designed to make sustained race pace feel smoother and more efficient. It belongs in the rotation for key workouts and race day rather than relaxed everyday mileage.
Rocket X 2
The Rocket X 2 is a fast, plated road shoe designed to make sustained race pace feel smoother and more efficient. It belongs in the rotation for key workouts and race day rather than relaxed everyday mileage.
Adizero Adios Pro 4
A top-tier marathon racer with a smooth rocker, energetic Lightstrike Pro foam and carbon EnergyRods. It is especially strong for sustained race pace while remaining more stable than many super shoes.
Endorphin Elite 3
Endorphin Elite 3 is a high-cushion neutral road running shoe from Saucony, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Cielo X1 3.0
Cielo X1 3.0 is a maximum-cushion neutral road running shoe from Hoka, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Cloudboom Strike
Cloudboom Strike is a maximum-cushion neutral road running shoe from On, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Tecton X 3
Tecton X 3 is a high-cushion neutral trail running shoe from Hoka, classified primarily for trail racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3
FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3 is a maximum-cushion neutral road running shoe from New Balance, classified primarily for long runs. Key published figures include standard width options.
Rocket X 3
Rocket X 3 is a high-cushion neutral road running shoe from Hoka, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Wave Rebellion Pro 3
Wave Rebellion Pro 3 is a high-cushion neutral road running shoe from Mizuno, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Ultrafly
Ultrafly is a high-cushion neutral trail running shoe from Nike, classified primarily for trail racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Vanish Carbon 2
Vanish Carbon 2 is a high-cushion neutral road running shoe from Altra, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Hyperion Elite 4
Hyperion Elite 4 is a high-cushion neutral road running shoe from Brooks, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Fujispeed 5
Fujispeed 5 is a moderately cushioned neutral trail running shoe from Asics, classified primarily for trail racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Fujispeed 6
Fujispeed 6 is a moderately cushioned neutral trail running shoe from Asics, classified primarily for trail racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Fujispeed 6 Lite
Fujispeed 6 Lite is a moderately cushioned neutral trail running shoe from Asics, classified primarily for trail racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Fujispeed 7
Fujispeed 7 is a moderately cushioned neutral trail running shoe from Asics, classified primarily for trail racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Fujispeed 7 Lite
Fujispeed 7 Lite is a moderately cushioned neutral trail running shoe from Asics, classified primarily for trail racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
GO RUN Speed Beast
GO RUN Speed Beast is a high-cushion neutral road running shoe from Skechers Performance, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
KD900X LD+
KD900X LD+ is a high-cushion neutral road running shoe from Kiprun, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Metaspeed Sky Paris
Metaspeed Sky Paris is a lightly cushioned neutral road running shoe from Asics, classified primarily for half and marathon racing. Key published figures include standard width options.
Streakfly 2
The Streakfly 2 is a light, aggressive road shoe designed to make faster running feel sharp and efficient. Use it for speed sessions and shorter races rather than relaxed everyday mileage.