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Lidl to Sell Carbon-Plated Running Shoes for €49 Ahead of Marathon Season

Written by 
Matteo Sargenti

Published on March 4, 2026

Lidl is bringing carbon-plated running tech to the mainstream with its new Crivit trainers, launching in stores across Ireland on Monday, March 9 for €49.99 an affordable alternative to premium racing shoes built for speed, efficiency, and long-run comfort.

Lidl to Sell Carbon-Plated Running Shoes for €49 Ahead of Marathon Season

​Lidl Ireland is set to launch a new pair of running shoes that use technology normally found in high-end racing footwear worn by professional athletes.

(Credit: Lidl Ireland)

​The Crivit Carbon-Plated Trainers will go on sale in Lidl stores across Ireland starting Monday, March 9. The shoes will retail for €49.99, a price Lidl says is around 80 percent cheaper than many carbon-fiber running shoes currently on the market.

(Credit: Lidl Ireland)

​Carbon-plated running shoes have become popular among competitive runners and marathoners in recent years.

​Inside the sole, a rigid carbon plate helps push the runner forward with each step, improving efficiency and speed over long distances. Many premium models from major sports brands cost several hundred euros.

​Lidl says its trainers are designed to bring that same technology to everyday runners at a much lower price.

​The shoes feature an internal carbon fiber plate and a lightweight EVA foam midsole, which is intended to provide cushioning and absorb impact during longer runs.

​The launch comes just as the spring running season begins, with many marathons, half marathons, and 10K races scheduled across Ireland in the coming months.

​The trainers will be available in several color options. Women can choose between black-pink and white-pink designs, while men can choose black-white or white-orange-black versions.

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