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The Flame 5 is 361°'s flagship road racing shoe, built for 10K to marathon distances. Its full-length curved carbon plate (QU!KBONE-DYN+ CARBONDOME) follows the foot from heel to toe, so it works for heel strikers and midfoot runners, not just forefoot strikers. The CQT FLAME supercritical nylon foam is soft enough for long miles yet responsive at faster paces, and the recycled corn-based upper and full-length RPU outsole hold up longer than many racers. It suits runners who want carbon-plate speed without the fragility of top-tier race shoes; the main caveat from owners is sizing, as some find it runs big.
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Lowest price we've seen: $119.00 on Nov 10 at 361 USA. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.
Owners rate it highly, praising the smooth rocker and durable outsole for a carbon racer.
The Flame 5 is a carbon-plated racing shoe from 361°, intended for road races from 10K through the marathon. It has a full-length curved carbon plate (QU!KBONE-DYN+ CARBONDOME) that follows the foot from heel to toe. An extended rear heel geometry supports both heel strikers and midfoot runners.
The midsole is CQT FLAME, a supercritical E40 nylon foam with a hardness of 40C. It provides up to 85% energy return and an 80% rebound rate. A 4mm eco-friendly supercritical insole adds shock absorption.
The upper is made from recycled carbon yarn, a 65% ETPU and 35% nylon blend made from corn-based recycled materials. The MORPHIT lacing system applies even pressure across the foot. The full-length RPU outsole grips dry and wet roads, and shows minimal wear after 40+ miles.
