RunningAHEAD - Topic: XC Spikes

sheil2009

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posted: 7/11/2007 at 8:52 PM
modified: 7/11/2007 at 9:00 PM

Does anyone know whether its ok to use xc spikes for road races? I took out all the spikes and put in fillers, but I was short some so i used my track spikes for the remaining holes. Will having 1/8 inch spikes on the road do more harm than good, or should I just wear my training shoes?

PWL

Has been

posted: 7/11/2007 at 9:22 PM

I would wear your training shoes. Having spikes, even short 1/8 in ones, will create "hot spots" on your foot when the impact shock from the road comes up through the shoe at the spike points. Plus, most cross country spikes have little to no cushioning or support so you increase your risk of injury by using them on the road, especially if the race is longer than a 5k. Just my thoughts--good luck!

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tschepsit

Burninated Peasant

posted: 7/11/2007 at 11:57 PM

I agree with PWL - running a road race with spikes would just be asking for some serious blisters. Even the fillers could create problems on a hard enough surface.

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posted: 7/12/2007 at 12:00 AM
modified: 7/12/2007 at 12:00 AM

Depends a little on the type of shoes. If it's a Nike Waffle Racer or some other shoe with an all-rubber bottom (as opposed to a plastic forefoot plate), it's ok to wear for very short races (5k or less) w/o spikes or fillers. Definitely don't run on the road with the 1/8's or with fillers. That being said, I think PWL is right in saying that your best bet is your training shoes. If you find yourself doing a lot of road racing, consider buying a lightweight trainer or a racing flat.

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timbo slice

posted: 8/1/2007 at 6:41 PM

for just a fun run road race use your training flats. however, if it is a competitive race and you are on concrete you ought to use racing flats

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posted: 8/10/2007 at 6:37 PM

If your road race is anything longer than a 5k I would not wear XC spikes. Those spikes are not made for road races and you could really mess up your legs. If it is a 5k or shorter and the spikes have rubber bottoms, then it would be fine to wear, although be advised that your ankles are probably going to be sore for a few days after. Also there is no need to put 1/8 in spikes in or fillers, no matter what. Road races are on pavement and unless this is on dirt as well, your shoes will be fine.

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