Racer
A lightweight, stripped-down shoe designed specifically for running fast on race day.
Racing Flats vs. Super Shoes
Historically, a Racer (or racing flat) was a thin sliver of foam with no weight. Today, "Racers" are often thick Super Shoes. The goal remains the same: minimal weight, maximum speed. Durability is sacrificed (they might only last 200 miles).
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