Tracksmith Eliot Racer
Maximum energy return meets next-level cushioning in this carbon-plated men's race day shoe, built to beat your personal best.
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Favorite Use: Racing
I recommend this product
a month ago
This mama runner loves the fit, cushion, energy return and obviously the beautiful sleek design of the Eliot Racer.
In my 15 + years as a professional runner my sign of a approval for a shoe is if I can take them out of the box, lace them up and head up the door and come home unscathed. No blisters, no odd feelings in my feet or toes. The Eliot racer did that and more for me. My first test was a 10 x 1200m repeat workout and they gave me great energy return, cushion and all the feels you’re looking for in a fas... Read more
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Favorite Use: Racing
I recommend this product
a month ago
A top tier race day option!
I have no doubt that this is a top-tier race day shoe capable of competing with any other carbon-plated racer on the market today. Of course, it won’t suit everyone—but no shoe does. It occupies a well-balanced position in the market, featuring a geometry that isn’t overly aggressive while still feeling propulsive. It also leans toward the softer end of the midsole density spectrum without feeling... Read more
Review left on: Men's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Ivory/Gold / 12.5 / US Men
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Favorite Use: Racing
I recommend this product
18 days ago
Eliot Racer Delivered a Stable Ride for a new Personal Best in the Marathon
I just finished my first marathon with these shoes and all around they held up extremely well. I had a bit of compression near the toe so I may go up a half size next time but all in they felt great. They are not as bouncy as many of the super shoes out there but that is great by me. I prefer a more solid stable ride and these shoes have it. I ended up running a Personal Best in the first race of ... Read more
Review left on: Men's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Ivory/Gold / 8 / US Men
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Favorite Use: Regular Runs
22 days ago
They are really squeaky/noisy...
They are really squeaky/noisy and the arch support is not great.
Review left on: Women's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Ivory/Gold / 7 / US Women
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NM
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Favorite Use: Racing
I recommend this product
25 days ago
A perfect balance of comfort and response
These are probably the most comfortable race shoes I have tried. They strike the right balance between comfort and responsiveness. The shoes did not force me to change my running style to get the most out of them. I was able to lock into my marathon pace and felt I was getting a good energy return to keep me moving forward.
Review left on: Men's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Navy/Gold / 12.5 / US Men
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PT
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Favorite Use: Regular Runs
I recommend this product
28 days ago
Comfortable shoes.
These shoes are very comfortable, nice looking and just very unique from all the other shoes i have been used to. The long sleeved t-shirts are also very comfortable though a little pricy!. Just like your products. Looking forward to. Buying more from you soon.
Review left on: Men's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Navy/Gold / 12.5 / US Men
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RK
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Favorite Use: Long Runs
I recommend this product
28 days ago
Good, comportable and stable running shoe
Good, comportable and quite stable running shoe. Not on par (or as agressive as) with racing shoes like Nike AF 3, Adidas AP4 or Puma Deviate Elite - but, to be honest, I did not expact that. Somewhat similar to Socony Endorphin Speed 1 or 2 (not 3 or 4). Sizing is somewhat off. Usually I have US 10.5, in the Eliot Runner US 10, but in the Eliot Racer US 11 (I had to exchange it). All in all, I li... Read more
Review left on: Men's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Ivory/Gold / 10 / US Men
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Favorite Use: Hard Workouts
I recommend this product
a month ago
Extremely comfortable, great shoe for harder efforts
Very comfortable shoe, used it during tempo runs and several long runs (16-20 miles). No hot spots, no pain in ankles. This is a great training shoe. I did not give 5 stars since the shoe is a bit on the heavy side for racing and does not give you this "race feeling". However, each time I am considering a harder run, it is my "go to" shoe.
Review left on: Men's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Navy/Gold / 8.5 / US Men
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NM
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Favorite Use: Long Runs
I recommend this product
a month ago
Good, but super?
They are good, very good even. But maybe less “super” than the best of the best.
Review left on: Men's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Ivory/Gold / 10 / US Men
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WL
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Favorite Use: Racing
a month ago
Lightweight but not breathable, and not blister-free
I had high hopes for this shoe as a more structured alternative to the New Balance racing sneakers I usually train in. I was looking for something that still felt light but would hold up better over time.
Unfortunately, for the price point, it didn’t quite deliver. The upper material felt surprisingly unbreathable — about halfway through my first run, all I could think about was how hot my feet w... Read more
Review left on: Women's Tracksmith Eliot Racer - Navy/Gold / 7.5 / US Women
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It's About Time
To runners, time is everything. It’s the universal standard in our sport, governing pace, personal bests, and podium finishes. Every second is an irreplaceable opportunity, a runner’s most valuable asset. And so, we engineered the Eliot Racer to help you chase down more of it.
We’ve reimagined the super shoe silhouette, pushing the boundaries of performance with a considered, novel construction and best-in-class materials to deliver the highest energy return of any shoe tested in the lab. And it does so with an abundance of cushioning, keeping your legs feeling fresh for longer. The Eliot Racer has all the power you need to perform come race day, but without the visual theatrics of a standard super shoe. That way, your time does the talking.
- Stack height of 38 mm at the heel and 30.5 mm at the forefoot for a heel-to-toe drop of 7.5 mm
- Premium materials promise a lightweight racing shoe, with a US Men’s 9 weighing roughly 7.7 oz (218 g)
- Multi-part construction, featuring a drop-in midsole, carbon fiber plate, and rubber outsole
- Distinguished drop-in, free-floating midsole minimizes glue, allowing for seamless compression that maximizes cushioning
- Innovative supercritical foam distribution in the drop-in midsole, with 22mm in the forefoot and 12mm in the heel for enhanced propulsion
- Carbon fiber plate utilizes a rocker geometry, enhancing toe-off energy return
- Laces have silicone skin to ensure they remain secure
- No-nonsense, thoughtful design with subtle styling and a streamlined silhouette
- Engineered Woven Mesh Upper
- Microsuede Lined Collar and Tongue
- Full-Length Carbon Fiber Plate
- ATPU Drop-in Midsole, with >85% Resiliency
- Pebax® Midsole Chassis, with >70% Resiliency
- Rubber Outsole
- If your shoes become wet throughout wear, we’d recommend the following steps:
- Unlace and open up the shoe
- Remove the insoles
- Pack with paper
- Remove wet paper and repeat
- Air dry
- A race day shoe with ample forefoot volume and a slimmer heel for better performance and optimal fit.
- The Eliot Racer fits slightly shorter compared to the Eliot Runner, so if you are in between sizes or like a bit more room in your racing shoe, we would recommend sizing up a half size.
Inside the
Eliot Racer
Unlike traditional racing shoes that are bound by glue, we’ve innovatively eliminated this rigid construction, opting for a distinguished design that can move naturally with you. Proving a more dynamic and adaptive ride in both a lab setting and on the roads, the Racer is responsive, not restrictive. With a 38mm stack height and a 7.5 mm heel-to-toe drop, it simply feels like an extension of your stride.
Key Features
Data from 3rd party testing partner Heeluxe
Max Energy Return
A DECISIVE EDGE WHEN EVERY SECOND COUNTS
Thanks to its cutting-edge construction, the Eliot Racer guarantees a competitive caliber of energy return, outperforming every other shoe tested by an independent partner. The precise engineering delivers an optimal level of responsiveness, giving runners a decisive edge when every second counts.
Capstone Cushioning
SOFTNESS THAT BEATS THE STANDARD OF A TYPICAL RACE DAY SHOE
The free-floating drop-in midsole is expertly crafted with a high-quality, supercritical foam to interact with the carbon plate in a way that offers the highest energy return to cushioning ratio tested in the lab. The Racer puts comfort and speed in sync so your legs still feel fresh late in the race.
Speed Without The Spectacle
PERFORMS LIKE A SUPER SHOE WITHOUT LOOKING LIKE ONE
Most carbon-plated shoes are designed to look fast, with big, showy, sculpted midsoles that scream for attention. The Eliot Racer does things differently. The performance is on the inside. With a 38mm stack height in the heel, a sculpted carbon-fiber plate and an aggressive rocker shape, you get all the speed you need in an understated silhouette.
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