Update March 2025: We’ve replaced seven spikes with updated models from Nike, Saucony, Asics, New Balance, Puma, and Hoka, and removed two spikes from the list.

Basically, the shorter the race, the more spikes. The reason: When making a turn, such as those involved in a 1500m race, spikes can get stuck in the track, making it harder to pivot.

Basically, the shorter the race, the more spikes. The reason: When making a turn, such as those involved in a 1500m race, spikes can get stuck in the track, making it harder to pivot.

Basically, the shorter the race, the more spikes. The reason: When making a turn, such as those involved in a 1500m race, spikes can get stuck in the track, making it harder to pivot.

Basically, the shorter the race, the more spikes. The reason: When making a turn, such as those involved in a 1500m race, spikes can get stuck in the track, making it harder to pivot.

Basically, the shorter the race, the more spikes. The reason: When making a turn, such as those involved in a 1500m race, spikes can get stuck in the track, making it harder to pivot.

Cross-country and track spikes are lighter and have a sleeker silhouette than trainers and racing flats. Some have a tailored heel collar construction for a more secure fit.