Xtep 160X 6.0 Pro — Flagship Carbon-Plated Marathon Racing Shoe

The Xtep 160X 6.0 Pro is Xtep's flagship carbon-plated marathon racing shoe and one of the most decorated Chinese-made racing flats on the international stage. It made its global debut at the Paris Olympics, where it set the record for the fastest Olympic marathon time by a Chinese athlete. Purpose-built for sub-3-hour marathoners demanding maximum energy efficiency over 42 kilometers, the 160X 6.0 Pro combines a ground-breaking midsole, a next-generation carbon plate, and a drastically overhauled upper — all at an elite racing weight of just 178.8 grams.

🏃 Design Concept

• Aggressive Speed Geometry — A steep forefoot rocker shape drives a quick, continuous forward cadence through every foot strike.
• Strategic Mass Reduction — At just 178.8 grams (men's size 40), leg turnover stays effortless deep into a 42-kilometer race.
• Low-Drop Biomechanics — A 5mm drop centers foot strikes over the high-rebound cushioning pods for biomechanically efficient propulsion.

⚙️ Performance Tech

• Shot-Molded XTEP ACE Midsole — Premium supercritical nitrogen-injected foam with an 88% energy rebound rate, holding structural density under massive loads without packing out.
• GT700 Golden Carbon Plate — Full-length PI fiber-reinforced plate that is 20% lighter than standard carbon layouts while generating a 9.9% boost in forefoot propulsion.
• Upgraded Jacquard Upper — Custom Jacquard fabric matrix with 30% more ventilation windows, a cushioned tongue, and soft ankle collar that eliminates heel friction entirely.
• Cast Liquid CPU Outsole — Slip coefficient of 0.9 for reliable wet-surface grip, with a race tread lifespan up to 2,000 kilometers.

📏 Sizing Advisory

• Runs Slightly Long — Intentional "thumb's width" safety space in the toe box.
• Wide Forefoot Last — Accommodates natural foot splay over long-distance efforts.
• ⚠️ Do NOT Size Down — Sizing down narrows the midfoot platform and causes the internal carbon plate edge to press into your arches. Stick to your normal running shoe size and use the lace lock system to secure your heel.