track and field just trying to find the lightest material with an nice spike pad. majority of the time the spike is determined by the look and color, but can be bad for those with foot problems. seen too many foot injuries in track to say style isn't everything to it. what I'm going to show you is the right shoe for the appropriate distance or by race. some are more versatile than others due to better support and others are just too harsh on the feet to go past a 1600m race. So starting with the longer distances and moving down starting with 5k just for kicks.   | | ASICS(R) Men's Japan Thunder The ASICS(R) Japan Thunder is a premium distance spike designed for the elite distance runner. Ideal for distances from 800 to 10,000 meters and the steeplechase. | | | | |   | | Nike Men's Zoom Eldoret II Japanese mesh upper with midfoot synthetic support strap. Ultra-thin Phylon(TM) midsole wedge. Minimal full-length Pebax(R) plate with three permanent Omni Lite compression pins. For use on harder tracks. | | | | |   | | Mizuno Men's Osaka 3 The Mizuno Osaka 3 track shoe is recommended for distances from 800 meters to 10,000 meters. Mesh and synthetic upper. CMEVA midsole offers excellent cushioning. Full-length, elite level distance spike plate promotes efficiency by providing superior tract | | | | |   | | ASICS(R) Men's Hyper(R) MD Designed for the multi-event competitor who seeks the responsive feel of a sprint shoe with the cushioning of a distance shoe. Perfect for intermediate-level jumpers, hurdlers and middle-distance racers. | | | | | |
