As some of you might know, The TDSB are allowing spikes again for racing for grades 6, 7 and 8
If you want to purchase spikes what to know:
On the track,I'll be honest, spikes will help; doesn't matter what event. They're lighter, and grip better. There are so many different types of spikes out there. Distance, Sprints, middle distance, jumps, throws, Cross country etc. there's everything.
Differences between sprint spikes vs. distance
1. spike plate -typically sprints are harder and put you more on toes
2. heel-because you run slightly different in distance than sprints (typically the more distance the more heel)
3. Pins- (sharp things are bottom) less pins typically means more distance
there's also lots of other stuff at times like straps zippers etc, but thats mostly flash for this age group because they're not running that fast. But if they're cheap go for it, it's just not a necessity.
I would tell anyone to stick away from a cross country spike. They're heavy, have a big heel and not as functional as track spikes.
An entry level spike is what I would suggest. They're cheaper, and more functional. Until a kid is in their last yr/two of high school I think these would be perfect. They run so many events that it works the best, and with kids growing a shoe size a yr, it'll be the best bang for your buck
Obviously SAUCONY is amazing!! I would recommend saucony to anyone because their stuff is da bomb, but there are other entry level ones
Here are a couple
Saucony Spitfire
Nike Rivals
Asics Hyper
These are two great entry level ones. They're functional for a variety of events. If you see letters after the spikes, they typically mean "S"=sprints (100-800), "MD"=Middle Distance(400-1500), "D"=800-10km "XC"=cross country (bad)
You can buy online
or various shoes stores
sportchek
national sport
running room (overpriced)
running free
Note: SPIKES ARE FOR STRIDES AND WORKOUT. you do not warm up in spikes. So you'll still need running shoes.
If you have anymore questions please don't hesitate to write
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| Saucony Spitfire |
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| Nike Rival |
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| Asics Hyper |
