Cross Country Running Shoes 101
XC Racer Reviews
Saucony Kilkenny XC4
The Saucony Kilkenny XC4 dazzles with bold new colors and improved air mesh in the upper. Continuing in the well-loved Kilkenny tradition, these are super cross country running shoes.
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Brooks Mach 13
With wild-flying colors and unsurpassed speed, the Brooks Mach 13 will really get you noticed out on the race course. Building on the success of the Brooks Mach family, the Mach 13 has been given an awesome new look. Available in spikes and flats for both men and women.
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Inov8 F-Lite 195
The Inov8 F-Lite 195 is a unisex racing flat that promotes natural foot motion and keeps you stable and nimble. You can really feel the ground in these racers because of the ultra-thin 3mm outsole. Great for Pose method runners.
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Mizuno Wave Kaze 6
Introduced in July 2010, the Mizuno Wave Kaze 6 keeps all the successful features found in the popular Kaze lineup. The lightweight parallel wave creates a protective and supportive platform ideal for cross country racing.
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New Balance RX506
The New Balance RX506 is a unisex cross country racing spike offering lightweight performance that doesn’t weigh you down. It is suitable for dirt, grass, and rubber surfaces. It is available in spike (RX506CO & RX506CB) and spikeless (RX506R) versions.
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Saucony Shay XC2
Saucony continues to honor the memory of Ryan Shay with the XC2 racer. Saucony keeps the XC2 super lightweight, which is one of the best features of this XC shoe. Available in spike/spikeless versions for men and women.
Full Story »Cross Country Running Shoes Comparison Chart
Finding the right pair of cross country running shoes has never been easier. Includes an interactive chart of the current brands and models available on the market. Learn about their features and how a good pair of XC running shoes can help you run your best.
Brooks Mach 12
The Brooks Mach 12 is a dynamic cross country racer designed for distances from 3k to 10k. Building on the success of the Brooks Mach family, the Mach 12 has been tuned up and made even lighter than its predecessor. Available in spikes and flats for both men and women.
Mizuno Wave Kaze 5
Introduced in July 2009, the Mizuno Wave Kaze 5 incorporates a lightweight parallel wave to create a protective and supportive platform ideal for cross country racing. The overall result is a pair of running spikes that provides good traction, a supportive upper, and excellent cushioning suited to the variable surfaces encountered on a cross country course.
Adidas adiZero Belligerence
The Adidas adiZero Belligerence running spikes offer the cross country runner maximum style with minimum weight. This cross country racing spike is inspired by the Japanese anime character “Kizuna”. The open mesh nylon in the upper offers great breathability and quick drying.
Saucony Kilkenny XC3
The Saucony Kilkenny XC3 is a cross country running shoe designed for cross country racing in distances ranging from 3k to 10k. It is most suited for grass or rubber surfaces.
Nike Zoom Waffle XC VI
Run fast on any terrain—but especially dirt—in this legacy Nike racing spike, predecessor to the Zoom Waffle XC VII. Features a 4 spike configuration and rubber waffle outsole.
Asics Dirt Diva 3
The Asics Dirt Diva 3 is a top-of-the-line cross country spike made for women competing in distances from 3k to 10k. It is suited for grass, dirt, or rubber surfaces. These women’s cross country running shoes are hard to beat.
Asics Dirt Dog 3
The Asics Dirt Dog 3 is a cross country spike designed for serious runners competing at 3k to 10k distances. It is best for grass, dirt, or rubber surfaces.
