Cross Country Spikes
This cross country season you want to get the most from your cross country spikes whilst racing. Get the latest models from Puma, Mizuno, Saucony and Adidas online! Cross country spikes are for those who love to run in the mud, if you’re a competitor over the cross country, a cross country shoes is what you need. A normal running trainer is not advised for the muddy terrain even a trail shoe is not as effective as a cross country spike over the mud.
About XC Spikes
Cross country spikes are light, durable and are a performance enhancing product. The material of a cross country spike is nylon mesh, this makes the spike strong so they make your feet prepared for any condition. The mesh is brushed with a certain lining which makes the spike waterproof and breathable. The cross country shoe is supportive it has a carbon rubber heel that adds extra support underfoot and adds comfort while running though the tough conditions. XC spikes will get muddy but don’t worry they are easy to clean, just soak them in some water and they will be cleaned by the next day. For an improved performance these spikes are certainly the way forward.
The shoe will have a large spike plate at the bottom of the shoe; depending on the brand of the shoe will depend on the amount of spikes required at the bottom of the shoe. There is a number of spike lengths depending on the weather conditions will depend on the length, the lengths range from 9mm, 12mm and 15mm, it would be advised to wear 15mm only in extremely muddy conditions. The spikes which we stock on our website are the most popular cross country spikes around, the Nike waffle have been around for a few years they are continually being improved by Nike. The Adidas XCS spike is a new spike by Adidas the reviews have been excellent and are worn by Great Britain’s top endurance runners. The Brooks mach spike and the Ryan Shay Saucony spike are also extremely popular cross country spikes.
Latest Cross Country Spike Models
- Adidas RLH Cross Country
- Saucony Kilkenny XC
- Mizuno Kaze
- Puma Cortland XC