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10 Best Cross Country Shoes of December 2025
List of Top Rated Cross Country Shoes from thousands of customer reviews & feedback.
Updated On Dec 2025
2,008 Reviews Studied
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ASICS Men's Gel-Venture 6 Running Shoe, Indigo Blue/Black/Energy Green, 11 4E US Read Review
- Rearfoot GEL Cushioning System: Attenuates shock during impact phase and allows for a smooth transition to midstance.
- Removable Sockliner: A sockliner which can be removed to accommodate a medical orthotic.
- Removable Sockliner: A sockliner which can be removed to accommodate a medical orthotic.
- Trail Specific Outsole: Reversed lugs provide uphill and downhill traction on all types of terrain.
- AHAR Outsole: Acronym for ASICS High Abrasion Rubber. Placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability.
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New Balance Men's Nitrel V3 Trail Running Shoe, Grey/Blue, 7 XW US Read Review
- All terrain outsole
- Innovative REVlite midsole provides premium responsiveness and durability at a 30% lighter weight than other foams with comparable performance
- Synthetic/mesh upper
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New Balance Kid's Fresh Foam Fast V1 Lace-Up Running Shoe, Black/Voltage Violet, 7 M US Big Kid Read Review
- Fresh Foam innovative midsole created from a single piece of foam that provides a plush, more natural ride
- No-sew material application
- Rubber outsole
- Synthetic/mesh upper
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Saucony Women's Havok XC2 Flat Cross Country Running Shoe, Purple/Yellow, 5 M US Read Review
- Stretch bootie construction
- FLEXFILM overlays
- SSL EVA midsole
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ASICS Men's Gel-Venture 5-M, Black/Onyx/Charcoal, 8 M US Read Review
- Outdoor-ready runner with mesh and brushstroke-patterned underlays
- Rearfoot GEL cushioning
- Removable sockliner accommodates medical orthotics
- Trail-specific outsole with reversed traction lugs
- AHAR outsole rubber in critical high-wear areas
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ASICS Men's Hyper XC Cross-Country Running Shoe, Estate Blue/Vermilion/Rich Gold, 7 M US Read Review
- Solid rubber outsole: provides enhanced durability and traction.
- Trusstic system technology: reduces the weight of the sole unit while retaining the structural integrity of the shoe.
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adidas Men's Adizero XC Sprint Running Shoe, Collegiate Royal/Gold Metallic/Black, 10 M US Read Review
- Lightweight, responsive racing shoes for cross-country runs
- Regular fit; Lace closure
- Reinforced mesh upper
- Flexible Bounce midsole cushioning
- Snug, supportive feel
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adidas outdoor Terrex Speed LD Trail Running Shoe - Men's Blue Beauty/Legend Ink/Active Red, 14.0 Read Review
- Fear no forecast
- Go all out in all weather
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Salomon Men's Speedcross 4 Trail Running, Black/Black/Black Metallic, 9 Read Review
- Agressive Grip : Obvious and penetrating traction on soft ground
- Precise Foothold : Close to foot and comfortable feel
- Contragrip rubber sole; MIDSOLE HEIGHT : 30mm/20mm (10mm drop);WEIGHT: 310g
- Aggressive Grip : Obvious and penetrating traction on soft ground , minimalistic and strong lace for one pull tightening. Easy on, easy off
- EVA midsole provides lighweight cushioning and stability
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ASICS Women's Gel-Venture 6 Running-Shoes,Castlerock/Silver/Honeydew,10 Medium US Read Review
- Rearfoot GEL Cushioning System: Attenuates shock during impact phase and allows for a smooth transition to midstance.
- Removable Sockliner: A sockliner which can be removed to accommodate a medical orthotic.
- Removable Sockliner: A sockliner which can be removed to accommodate a medical orthotic.
- Trail Specific Outsole: Reversed lugs provide uphill and downhill traction on all types of terrain.
- AHAR Outsole: Acronym for ASICS High Abrasion Rubber. Placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability.
