To the untrained eye, most track spikes may all look very similar. However, many footwear brands offer different make ups and structures for different cleats. Spikes come in a variety of different structures based on the distance one may need to run. If you’re a long distance runner, you’ll want a flat, more durable spike that will provide a longevity of support throughout the run. On the other hand, sprinting is all about going short distances in the fastest time possible. This means sprint spikes need a more aggressive profile that can handle a grand amount of stress as you sprint out of the blocks and towards the finish line.
No. 5 – Mizuno Tokyo 7
Weight: 6.1 ounces
Ideal Distance: 100-400m
No. 4 – Saucony Showdown 2
Weight: 5.9 ounces
Ideal Distance: 100-400m
No. 3 – Adidas adiZero Prime Accelerator
Weight: 5.4 ounces
Ideal Distance: 60-200m, 110m hurdles
No. 2 – Brooks Qw-k
Weight: 5.8 ounces
Ideal Distance: 100-400m
No. 1 – Nike Zoom Superfly R4
Weight: 7.8 ounces
Ideal Distance: 100-200m