XTEP 160X8.0 Pro 'Cyan Yellow' Running Shoes vs XTEP 160X 7.0
The 160X8.0 Pro is the faster, lighter racer: 179 g, a full-length GT700 carbon plate and a 36.7 mm heel stack. The 160X 7.0 is the cheaper carbon-plate option at $143.00 at KICKSOWN as of its listed page, and it is the better pick for marathon training volume. Buy the Pro for race day and the 7.0 for daily and long-run miles.
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XTEP 160X8.0 Pro 'Cyan Yellow' Running Shoes
Choose the 160X8.0 Pro if you race and want the lightest, most propulsive shoe in the line, with a 179 g build and a full-length GT700 carbon plate.
Pros
- Light at 179 g, 17% lighter than its predecessor.
- Full-length GT700 carbon plate for race-day propulsion.
- Dual-density ACE foam tuned at 38° upper and 42° lower.
- Outsole rated for over 2,000 km.
Cons
- No price given for this listing.
- Aggressive race geometry suits racing more than easy miles.
- Released August 2026, so long-term wear data is thin.
What separates them
| XTEP 160X8.0 Pro 'Cyan Yellow' Running Shoes | XTEP 160X 7.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 179 g (US 8 / EU 41) | Not published |
| Carbon plate | Full-length GT700 | Carbon plate, grade not published |
| Midsole foam | Dual-density XTEP ACE, 38°/42° hardness | Not published |
| Stack height | 36.7 mm heel, 30.5 mm forefoot | Not published |
| Outsole durability | XTEP DURA CPU rubber, rated over 2,000 km | Not published |
| Sizing | Unisex, US and EU sizing | Men's US 6.5 to 12 |
| Release | August 2026 | August 15, 2025 |
| Price | Not given | $143.00 at KICKSOWN |
Price history
- XTEP 160X8.0 Pro 'Cyan Yellow' Running Shoes: lowest $230.00 on Oct 29.
- XTEP 160X 7.0: lowest $230.00 on Oct 29.
Specs compared
| Spec | XTEP 160X8.0 Pro 'Cyan Yellow' Running Shoes | XTEP 160X 7.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 179g (Men's US 8 / EU 41) | — |
| Heel Stack Height | 36.7 mm | — |
| Forefoot Stack Height | 30.5 mm | — |
| Upper Material | Lightweight engineered mesh | — |
| Midsole Foam | Dual-density XTEP ACE foam | — |
| Upper Foam Hardness | 38° | — |
| Lower Foam Hardness | 42° | — |
| Carbon Plate | Full-length GT700 carbon plate | — |
| Outsole Material | XTEP DURA CPU Rubber | — |
| Outsole Durability | over 2,000 kilometers | — |
Questions and answers
- Which is better for race day?
- The 160X8.0 Pro. It is 179 g with a full-length GT700 carbon plate and a 36.7 mm heel stack, which is a more race-focused build than the 7.0.
- Which is better for marathon training?
- The 160X 7.0. It is positioned for marathon blocks and long road runs, and at $143.00 at KICKSOWN it costs less to put miles on.
- Is the Pro worth the extra money?
- If you race and want the lightest, stiffest option, yes. The Pro's published weight, plate and foam specs are the concrete advantages; the 7.0's price is its main edge.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Pro publishes an outsole rating of over 2,000 km on XTEP DURA CPU rubber. The 7.0 does not publish an outsole durability figure, so the Pro is the safer bet for high mileage.
- Do they fit the same?
- Not necessarily. The Pro is unisex with US and EU sizing; the 7.0 is men's US 6.5 to 12. Check each size chart before ordering.