Distance SpikesAdvancedNike
Nike Air Zoom Victory 2
The Nike Air Zoom Victory 2 is Nike's carbon-plated middle distance super spike, combining ZoomX foam and an Air Zoom unit for 800m to 5000m.
800m · 1500m · MileCompare Prices
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Middle & Long Distance Spikes
Middle and long distance spikes trade some of a sprint spike’s stiffness for cushioning, a softer plate and a little heel support, so your calves stay fresh lap after lap. Here are the distance spikes we recommend for the 800m right up to the 10,000m, from carbon super-spikes to dependable training pairs.
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Distance SpikesAdvancedadidasAdizero Ambition
Distance SpikesAdvancedadidas
adidas Adizero Ambition
The adidas Adizero Ambition is an aggressive middle distance and steeplechase spike with Lightstrike Pro cushioning and a lightweight textile upper.
800m · 1500m · SteeplechaseCompare Prices
Distance SpikesAdvancedadidas
adidas Adizero Avanti
The adidas Adizero Avanti is a featherlight middle and long distance spike with Lightstrike Pro cushioning, built for 800m to 10,000m.
800m · 1500m · 3000mCompare Prices
Distance SpikesBeginneradidas
adidas Distancestar
The adidas Distancestar is an affordable, durable all-round distance spike for 400m to 10,000m, a great first distance spike for juniors.
800m · 1500m · 3000mCompare Prices
ASICSHyper MD 8
Distance SpikesIntermediateASICS
ASICS Hyper MD 8
The ASICS Hyper MD 8 is a lightweight, good-value middle distance spike with a snappy toe-off and grippy pins, built for 800m to 3000m.
800m · 1500m · 3000mCompare Prices
BrooksWire 8
Distance SpikesIntermediateBrooks
Brooks Wire 8
The Brooks Wire 8 is a lightweight distance spike with a flexible Pebax plate, five pins and a fine woven upper for 1500m to 10,000m.
1500m · 3000m · 5000mCompare Prices
New BalanceMD800 v8
Distance SpikesIntermediateNew Balance
New Balance MD800 v8
The New Balance MD800 v8 is a lightweight middle distance spike with a full-length Pebax plate and six pins, built for 800m to 3000m.
800m · 1500m · 3000mCompare Prices
NikeDragonfly 2
Distance SpikesIntermediateNike
Nike Dragonfly 2
The Nike Dragonfly 2 is a cushioned, responsive distance spike with ZoomX foam and a Pebax plate, ideal for 1500m to 10,000m.
1500m · 3000m · 5000mCompare Prices
NikeRival Distance
Distance SpikesBeginnerNike
Nike Rival Distance
The Nike Rival Distance (formerly the Zoom Rival M) is an affordable, adaptable distance spike for 400m to 10,000m, ideal for juniors and club runners.
800m · 1500m · 3000mCompare Prices
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Distance Spikes FAQs
What spikes should I wear for the 800m?
The 800m sits between sprinting and distance running, so most athletes choose a middle distance spike with a firmer plate, such as the Nike Air Zoom Victory or ASICS Hyper MD. Pure 800m speed merchants sometimes use a sprint spike instead.
Can I use distance spikes for cross country?
Some distance spikes, like the adidas Distancestar, cope with firm cross country courses, but a dedicated XC spike has a tougher upper and better grip for mud and grass.
