5K SPEED WORKOUT In 5 Different Shoes- Which TRACK SPIKES are BEST?

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  • Опубліковано 30 вер 2024

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  • @BenIsRunning
    @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +9

    Spikes in todays video:
    - Asics Metaspeed LD: tidd.ly/3OSU4Jb (currently on sale)
    - Nike Dragonfly: tidd.ly/43H3Bam
    - Adidas Avanti TYO: tidd.ly/3WKda6h (currently on sale)
    - New Balance MD-X: tidd.ly/3qtRu23
    - Hoka Cielo X2: tidd.ly/3CasuQb

    • @CalvinSeitz-pw8rj
      @CalvinSeitz-pw8rj 3 місяці тому

      Please make an updated version with the new spikes that can out like the on spike and dragonfly 2

  • @ThatRunnerAaron
    @ThatRunnerAaron Рік тому +94

    Not surprised the asics spikes were the most expensive, they’ve absolutely lost their minds when it comes to pricing their products lately! Great vid Ben!

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +21

      Agree they are very expensive for what they are! Not sure why they’ve gone for such a high price tag 🏷️

    • @JM-nu2jg
      @JM-nu2jg Рік тому +2

      When you factor in the durability of Asics shoes, the pricepoint make more sense. They are still expensive, but at least your shoes last. I have a Metaspeed sky+ with 1100kms under its belt, and it still can probably go for 500kms more. My Vaporfly 2 has been retired after 150kms lol

    • @ThatRunnerAaron
      @ThatRunnerAaron Рік тому

      @@JM-nu2jg might be the case but sorry mate I’m not paying £175 for the nimbus, £165 for the cumulus or £210 for the Superblast 🙈

    • @JM-nu2jg
      @JM-nu2jg Рік тому

      @@ThatRunnerAaron ahhhhhh
      I live in the asia pacific, and if we convert the prices, it's not as expensive here compared to there (for instance, the superblast when converted is around £190). Maybe it's because of import taxes

    • @benanastasoff7603
      @benanastasoff7603 Рік тому

      Depending on where you live, there are some very good clearance sales going on. I got a pair in the US for $99 off of running warehouse. I use them as a training session spike

  • @hawkseyy
    @hawkseyy Рік тому +21

    MD-X a bit of an outlier in this one given the rest are probably more 3-10k options compared to the MD-X being an 800-1500 option. Cloudspike is coming out in a couple months I believe so hopefully that'll be the next one to test out.
    Also, I highly recommend testing the Saucony Terminal VT when it releases in your area. It's out in Australia and seems to be a Dragonfly competitor with very similar specs but only four spikes.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      That would probably explain why it felt so different. Good to try something new. Ill keep an eye out for it :)

  • @geoffb2900
    @geoffb2900 Рік тому +15

    Hi Ben. It would be great to hear your impressions of the new Saucony Sinister, even thought it's not a spike per se. P.S. I "met" you when you showed up impromptu at Seth's Boston group run in April and have been enjoying your videos since then!

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +4

      I’ve not heard of that one. I’ll take a look. Thanks for following along Geoff

  • @lulal1388
    @lulal1388 Рік тому +35

    Ben for President!

  • @jkraner
    @jkraner Рік тому +8

    nice rundown & comparison.
    I've done 1500 in Avanti but moved to Ambition for 800/1500 and will use the former for 3-10k

  • @benjaminkuch2558
    @benjaminkuch2558 Рік тому +10

    I am using the New Balance for the 1500 in the decathlon and also wore them for open 800 last year. And I also raced 100 and 400 in them last summer when my sprint spikes were broken.
    They are really great for fast running, but I only use them in races because I am scared of wearing down the spikes and being unable to change them 😅

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      Yeah i reckon they're a great fit for the shorter races. Going to try them for my next race- if i can get them on aha!

    • @jacobfaughtrunningproducti974
      @jacobfaughtrunningproducti974 Рік тому

      Since the spikes are made out of titanium they won't wear down, I did all my track workouts in them, and raced in them all season and they aren't even close to being worn down, it would probably take over 200 miles to wear them down

  • @TheRollingBacon
    @TheRollingBacon Рік тому +4

    The best spike isn't actually even here, but it is coming soON 🌚

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +4

      soON- like what you did there! Hopefully I can snag a pair :)

  • @Emma-ix6bz
    @Emma-ix6bz Рік тому +5

    I'm stunned at how expensive all these track spikes are! I ran track competitively only about 5 years ago and the difference in prices between these shoes and the ones back then is insane!! I'm guessing it's the new technology bringing the prices up but it's a shame for what should be an accessible sport. Anyway, great video Ben, this was a fun watch!

    • @why8308
      @why8308 Рік тому

      These are extremely high end spikes, entry-level ones such as Nike Rivals will cost around $65, and work like older spikes do without all of the new technology

  • @waynecanning7471
    @waynecanning7471 Рік тому +4

    Ben "I know a lot of people haven't been gifted 5 pairs of shoes to try out". Bit of an understatement 😛

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +4

      I’m certainly aware of how privileged I am. Hope this video can help others when picking there spikes so they don’t have to end up buy multiple pairs and then not be right for them :)

  • @MikeOnslow
    @MikeOnslow Рік тому +4

    Great balanced reviews there Ben, thanks! I'm not into my track running, very much a road man, but always nice to get a good idea of the shoes and brands on the market!

  • @JoeBlair1
    @JoeBlair1 Рік тому +3

    i love you ben... how tall are you?

  • @dextersykes
    @dextersykes Рік тому +4

    Hey Ben, have you ever done a bleep test? Be interesting to see your score as you are mega quick and great at running?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      Not since i was about 15 years old! Could be a fun one :)

  • @tadejdanev5030
    @tadejdanev5030 Рік тому +2

    4:15 km/h warm up? that's my speed pace :P

  • @cubebeast6479
    @cubebeast6479 Рік тому +1

    That was the New Balance MD-X v2 not v1

  • @omargarcia6995
    @omargarcia6995 Рік тому +3

    I really enjoy this video, very satisfying. I love track shoes.

  • @johnwardlaw6204
    @johnwardlaw6204 Рік тому +3

    Would be really interested to see you test out the On spikes. Those seem like they’ve been absolute fire from their guys.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      Hopefully get hold of a pair soon :)

  • @deanevans3968
    @deanevans3968 Рік тому +2

    Good vid Ben! How far behind would you say a cheaper option like the Nike zoom rival distance spike is?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      A fair bit to be honest but mostly in comfort over out and out performance :)

  • @Jean-o1e
    @Jean-o1e Місяць тому

    Hello, very interesting all your videos. Could you help me get a nike spikes shoes? I just need a victory air zoom v2 for my daughter. I live in Peru and can not get it here

  • @fabsterun
    @fabsterun Рік тому +4

    Makes me wanna try spikes somuch

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      They are pretty fun on the track! Makes you feel Usain Bolt 😂

    • @fabsterun
      @fabsterun Рік тому +3

      ​@Ben Is Running I'd probably feel like peppa pig instead but still wanna try them

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      @@fabsterun shut up 😂 that was too good a comment not to laugh

  • @mathsmagician6949
    @mathsmagician6949 Рік тому +3

    Cool video, makes me reflect if my spikes are a bit too light for themselves. Coming in at a light 79g only!
    They are called the Saucony endorphin spike LD, might wanna check em out idk.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      I guess it depends on your distance. Some of the sprint spikes weigh nothing 😂

    • @benjaminkuch2558
      @benjaminkuch2558 Рік тому +2

      ​@@BenIsRunning actually sprint spikes tend to weigh a bit more because stiffness is more important than weight for sprints

    • @maloxi1472
      @maloxi1472 Рік тому +1

      @@benjaminkuch2558 "SOME" 👈

  • @Sam-q2i5m
    @Sam-q2i5m 4 місяці тому

    Thank you bro
    This was very useful
    May God bless you and know that Jesus loves you

  • @benanastasoff7603
    @benanastasoff7603 Рік тому +2

    I have tried all of these except for the Hoka. Of the ones you tested that I have worn, I would rank them in the order of Dragonfly, metaspeed LD, MD-X, and Avanti TYO. An excellent shoe that you didn't test which I firmly believe is the best spike on the market is the NB Fuelcell LD-X. It ties together the things you liked about the MD-X with the high-cushion and forgiving feel of the 10k spikes. I am yet to race a 10,000 in the LD-X, but I have set personal bests in it from 800m (not my best event), to 5000m. I would highly recommend people consider the LD-X because it simply outperforms everything else.
    Also, you mentioned concern about not being able to wear the NB spikes after the spikes wear out, which is true because of their built-in design. However, I have gone an entire indoor and outdoor season wearing the LD-X and the spikes are still holding shape. It is worth noting that they are composed of titanium and it will take a lot more than running on a rubber track to wear them out. When I was at the Armory for a 5000m race, I went down a floor while wearing the spikes and had to walk on concrete to get to the restroom. After putting pressure onto the concrete with the spikes, it was actually the concrete that broke rather than the spikes. In short, you do not have to worry about spike durability being an issue with the built-in titanium spikes.

    • @noahroels4656
      @noahroels4656 Рік тому

      thanks for your advice ben. I i'm considering to buy a pair of ld-x'es. do you think the fit is true to size or would you go half a size to a size up? this is my first time trying spikes and the NB ld-x'es are in sale now.

    • @noahroels4656
      @noahroels4656 Рік тому

      also, do you know how the fit in de forefoot is? i have a bit of a wider foot so if it is too narrow i have to go with some other shoe.

  • @billy2679
    @billy2679 3 місяці тому

    I picked up my dragonflys for 48 pound

  • @GregK2
    @GregK2 Рік тому +2

    Fair play to that track surviving what looks like a nuclear holocaust 💪

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      Yeah its a little unloved bless it but its the only free one for miles :)

    • @GregK2
      @GregK2 Рік тому +1

      @@BenIsRunning a little unloved? Looks like the Exxon Valdez stopped by for a few laps 😂 you can't moan at free though

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      @@GregK2 *googles Exxon Valdez*

  • @jgt1120
    @jgt1120 Рік тому +2

    How would you rank the shoes in terms of wideness in the toe box?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      Good question. To be honest all spikes I've tried tend to be more on the narrow side. Id say the Asics is the widest or the Adidas Avanti TYO. The Hoka and New Balance certainly wouldnt accomidate a wide foot.

    • @jgt1120
      @jgt1120 Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning interesting, I've only tried the dragonfly and found that wider than most spikes.

  • @settlers33
    @settlers33 Рік тому +1

    Adidas has been amazing. 2:23 old man past marathoner. 51 year's old

  • @ZackAtek
    @ZackAtek Рік тому +2

    starting to get that yt money
    🤑😋

  • @pynwanswer7942
    @pynwanswer7942 10 днів тому

    Can I use for 5km running

  • @sonnywilson2013
    @sonnywilson2013 Рік тому +2

    where and when is your race next week? might come down and watch

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +3

      It’s in sale, Manchester :) think the details are online if you Google National athletics league

    • @sonnywilson2013
      @sonnywilson2013 Рік тому

      Thank you 🙏

  • @olegundel169
    @olegundel169 Рік тому +1

    Finally a new video! What about a fix upload plan? Twice a week?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +3

      aha! Not for me but ill keep them coming don't you worry :)

  • @thehazoschannel8230
    @thehazoschannel8230 Рік тому +1

    I bet your achilles isn’t forgiving you for that one after 7ks worth of work all in spikes 😂

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      All good thankfully, got a 10,000m this summer so been building up nicely 😂

  • @cestrada2185
    @cestrada2185 5 місяців тому

    What’s the best 5k one?

  • @davidosolo
    @davidosolo Рік тому +1

    I´m basically a 10k / HM runner, now training for a FM. Next week I would like to do a 5k time trial on a track. Honestly, I never considered using spikes before. Would you recommend using them for that 5k time trial?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      Id personally recommend sticking with your road shoes if I'm honest. If you are looking to race a track 5k then id recommend thinking about spikes but if its not a race race then I'd stick with the carbons :)

    • @davidosolo
      @davidosolo Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning Thanks mate. Really appreciated. Keep the good work going!

  • @jobanski
    @jobanski Рік тому +2

    Hey Ben, great video! In the US track & field season is basically over, so I’m curious what from this list would carry over for cross country.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      Ah right, we’re just getting started. I’d say my pick for xc would be the adidas simply because it’s got a good amount of protection and grip at the rear

    • @DevourerRich
      @DevourerRich Рік тому +1

      @@BenIsRunning Or maybe the cross country version of the dragonfly?

    • @iambradchadyt6553
      @iambradchadyt6553 Рік тому

      @@DevourerRichI got those and they are great

    • @DevourerRich
      @DevourerRich Рік тому

      @@iambradchadyt6553 Do they have a wider toe box than the track version? I don’t like spikes but with cross country I kinda need one for the hilly courses.

    • @KickAndSit
      @KickAndSit Рік тому

      @@DevourerRichthey do have a wider toe box

  • @Notnotcam
    @Notnotcam Рік тому +1

    Weird that you didn’t try the new balance LD-X! Really want to know what that spike is like! Great video Ben! I also have the ASICS Metaspeed LD and think it’s top tier

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      I’m guessing it may be a little difficult to get hold of. The MD-x felt great so I’d love to try it

  • @ismaeltorres2680
    @ismaeltorres2680 Рік тому +1

    Just here to say that the only thing I like more than your content is that Mac Miller tattoo! Most dope!

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      Most dope indeed bro! Thanks for watching. RIP MAC

  • @williamsmith1451
    @williamsmith1451 Рік тому +2

    Very interesting video Ben! I have had the dragonfly's for track, but remain a little unsure on whether I should use them for XC.
    Which of those five spikes would you say is best for XC?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      I personally would pick the avanti as it’s got the most grip on the rear and a good amount of cushioning. I believe there a dragonfly xc version coming soon 🔜

    • @williamsmith1451
      @williamsmith1451 Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning Will consider, thanks!

    • @nathansmith6076
      @nathansmith6076 Рік тому

      @@williamsmith1451The dragonfly XC has come out in the US at least.

    • @williamsmith1451
      @williamsmith1451 Рік тому

      @@nathansmith6076 Ya I saw that, but to be honest, I think Nike making the dragonfly XC is a waste of money. Nike instead could have spent more time on the dragonfly 2 which I believe comes out next year.

    • @kevinschauwaers5585
      @kevinschauwaers5585 Рік тому

      @@williamsmith1451 I just use my old dragonfly for xc.

  • @gasab7450
    @gasab7450 Рік тому +1

    did you have the chance to try the new on spikes out? I don't know which one to get when they come out

  • @paddywiggle
    @paddywiggle Рік тому +1

    I have been racing in the Saucony Endorphin Cheetah and I absolutely love them

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +4

      I've not tried those. Maybe i should make a part 2

  • @benfurey2342
    @benfurey2342 10 місяців тому

    My name is Ben to

  • @kathrynflannery2889
    @kathrynflannery2889 Рік тому +1

    Hi Ben, I wonder if you or a friend could do a video (if not already done) on entry-level, park run kind of level shoes?
    I'd be looking at women's ones, hence the bit about the friend, but maybe a combined video?
    I don't think I need spikes as not a track person. Also, it's winter down her now in NZ, so ant tips for grip in mud?

    • @19JSC92
      @19JSC92 Рік тому +1

      I'd recommend Nike Pegasus 39's. The Peg 40 has just been released so the 39 is often on sale, it's a daily trainer and had some decent lugs in the bottom to help with grip.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      Hey Kathryn. Good question. My favourite shoe for parkruns which have off road sections are the ASICS novablast 3 TR. they are a road/trail hybrid so grip well on a range of surfaces. Hope that helps

    • @kathrynflannery2889
      @kathrynflannery2889 Рік тому

      @Ben Is Running thanks Ben, funnily enough, my current pair of shoes are simple Aisics ones with gel. I didn't actually pick them, my family randomly got me them while out getting theirs!!
      Luckily they fit pretty good! They have grip on the bottom. My only hesitation is that they do feel a bit slippery on wet footpaths. Nevertheless, I'm in the right ballpark seemingly with Aisics.

  • @gzfashions
    @gzfashions Рік тому +2

    Windy day out there

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      It’s always windy down on the canvey island track 😂

    • @gzfashions
      @gzfashions Рік тому +1

      @@BenIsRunning haha feel ya bro! That where you’ll gain them low key running powers, running against the wind 😎🔥💯

  • @KoreaMakhachev
    @KoreaMakhachev 4 місяці тому

    thanks for your video
    can you recommend to me 2-5km track running shoes?
    i considering dragon fly

  • @allniches6431
    @allniches6431 Рік тому

    Hello Ben
    Am one of your subscribers
    Am also a professional athlete
    But I can’t afford a good running shoe at this time
    Please is there anyway you can give me one of your running shoes, please 🙏

  • @francolive5718
    @francolive5718 Рік тому +1

    Only sometimes his Essex twang comes out

  • @QuangNguyen-xc5fp
    @QuangNguyen-xc5fp 10 місяців тому

    Hi Ben, how do you feel about Metaspeed LD’s sizing compares to Metaspeed Sky+? Should i increase half size up in LD compares to Sky+?

  • @Joeg174
    @Joeg174 Рік тому +1

    Has anybody tried the mdx with wide feet?

  • @alisonanderson4732
    @alisonanderson4732 Рік тому

    16:33 must’ve learnt this transition from the Tarantino masterclass on videography?

  • @geoffclarke3796
    @geoffclarke3796 Рік тому +1

    Interesting video Ben. I got a pair of Nike Dragonfly spikes for my birthday last year but have not tried them as was out injured for quite a while soon after. Really must give them a go but a bit reluctant as have trouble with my Achilles on and off the past few years and bit concerned wearing spikes will be a bit of a risk.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      My advice would be to build up using them. For example a few strides at the end of the workout to start with, then maybe the last few reps of a session. This was you can slowly get used to them without doing yourself too much harm compared to racing a 10k in them straight out the box :)

    • @geoffclarke3796
      @geoffclarke3796 Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning, thanks Ben. Will take tem along to the next track session at my club and initially try a few strides.

  • @BlueSky-mj1io
    @BlueSky-mj1io 7 місяців тому

    Will this asics metaspeed LD works well on hard ground? No slip risk?

  • @callumb6621
    @callumb6621 Рік тому +2

  • @zakkkkkkkkkkkkkk
    @zakkkkkkkkkkkkkk Рік тому +1

    Shouldve tested the old heart rate on each rep

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      That’s a good shout. All the data from the workout can be found on my strava :)

  • @danielbeaufoy358
    @danielbeaufoy358 Рік тому

    I live on Canvey, how did you find the track? Last time I was there it was in such disrepair, it was off putting lol

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      You should have seen the one in Kenya 😂

  • @adamrobinson3929
    @adamrobinson3929 Рік тому

    Would you race a 1500m in the Asics though @ben?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      I probably wouldn’t no, not aggressive enough :)

  • @Joeg174
    @Joeg174 Рік тому

    Why can’t I read the reviews on the NB website?

  • @miller10
    @miller10 Рік тому +1

    That track looks atrocious

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      It’s a little unloved but does the trick :)

  • @BSWANN434
    @BSWANN434 Рік тому

    Ben who does your music in your videos or where do you get your music from?

  • @daryl906
    @daryl906 Рік тому

    What size shoes do you wear on road running compared to spikes?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      The same but all spikes are a little snug so you might want to go half a size up :)

  • @mal9638
    @mal9638 11 місяців тому

    Should i buy the nike ones off the website he sent is it valid ?

  • @worthyk1589
    @worthyk1589 Рік тому

    Which one is best for 800m

  • @juniper2nd
    @juniper2nd Рік тому

    Hey! What's your height?

  • @ObedArellano-r5b
    @ObedArellano-r5b Рік тому

    So I want the Nike dragon fly do I press the link that u put so I can order them?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      It’s an affiliate link so if you chose to order through those links I get a little kick back :)

    • @ObedArellano-r5b
      @ObedArellano-r5b Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning ok tysm 😁

  • @tanw8798
    @tanw8798 Рік тому +1

    Great training session and review Ben!

  • @Ray.J
    @Ray.J 4 місяці тому

    "Knobbly bits"! love it. 😀

  • @markbateman9222
    @markbateman9222 Рік тому

    This could have ben a god workout if you had dropped the rest between the 1000 and 400 o 30 seconds. Gets you used to accelerating when very tired. Always possible to run a faster 400 if you have a couple of minutes rest.
    Also, could you not have prepared all the spikes in advance so all you had to do was change shoes?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      The purpose of this workout was purely to try the spike about at different paces to be able to share that experience with the viewer :) good advice though

  • @iberiksoderblom
    @iberiksoderblom Рік тому

    It's been many years since I ran in spikes.
    Never really was a fan.
    Maybe because I have really wide forefoots and midsole was nonexisting.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      This new generation of spikes is quite different when it comes to cushioning but still fairly narrow :)

  • @jessecollins5490
    @jessecollins5490 6 місяців тому

    Hey Ben can I still able to use the adidas spikes for the mile?

  • @jacksonamick4069
    @jacksonamick4069 Рік тому

    Hoe-kah

  • @hazzshakes9561
    @hazzshakes9561 Рік тому

    abit random but which shoe do you prefer between the hoka rocket x 2 and the asics metaspeed sky plus 😀💙

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      Oh that’s a tough one. I’d probably pick the ASICS personally but only very marginally

    • @hazzshakes9561
      @hazzshakes9561 Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning ok thanks 😊

  • @jacksonbrown7754
    @jacksonbrown7754 Рік тому

    When you get around to XC season, you should try the new Nike Dragonfly XC, they look like maybe a little more cushion but way better grip for XC type terrain

  • @benwright6791
    @benwright6791 Рік тому

    Do you think I could use the adidas avanti for cross county?

    • @jessecollins5490
      @jessecollins5490 6 місяців тому

      Yeh just have to just have to change the spikes to xc ones

  • @ismail-hossain1993
    @ismail-hossain1993 Рік тому

    So nice

  • @ismail-hossain1993
    @ismail-hossain1993 Рік тому

    Very nice look

  • @marathonranati
    @marathonranati Рік тому

    I am very new to spikes! I never ran a track race! The vaporflies feel great on road! But can I use them on track? or is the track faster with spikes? But I "think" track has that "bearfoot" feel? I dont Know But I am looking forward to 5,000m on track! (After I try alphaflys!)

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      So for track racing your not allowed to wear road shoes like the vaporfly because they exceed the legal limit set by the world athletics however some smaller, less competitive races will let you wear them it just depends on the rules so best to look into the race a little :)

    • @marathonranati
      @marathonranati Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning 🙏 thank you :). (congratulations on your boston marathon! )

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      @@marathonranati welcome! Thank you .)

  • @OscarW-yq4lo
    @OscarW-yq4lo Рік тому

    Hey Ben you should come to Normanby hall parkrun tomorrow

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      I'm currently in stockholm so going to give that one a go :)

    • @OscarW-yq4lo
      @OscarW-yq4lo Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning when so ik when to meet you

  • @gjsnel8748
    @gjsnel8748 Рік тому

    What are roughly the 'guidelines' for using spikes on trackraces above regular (carbonplated) shoes? For instance, any specific distance, minimum speed?

    • @nathansmith6076
      @nathansmith6076 Рік тому +1

      People use spikes up to the 10K, which is the longest race in track. The spikes in this video are designed for professional athletes so they are meant to go fast and are very expensive. There are beginner track spikes that are cheaper and less aggressive if your just getting into track.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +1

      There are also limits on stack heights. For lots of races you won’t be able to use road shoes on the track that exceed the legal limit of 20mm of midsole

    • @dimka11ggg
      @dimka11ggg Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning why is this limit exist? Have high stack shoes advantages over spikes?

  • @mawilliams777
    @mawilliams777 9 місяців тому

    Exactly the video I was looking for Ben

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  9 місяців тому +2

      Great to hear it :)

    • @mawilliams777
      @mawilliams777 8 місяців тому

      @@BenIsRunning I went for the Adidas, just a little bit more comfortable and made up with them, a bit Takumi sen with spikes!

  • @lulal1388
    @lulal1388 Рік тому +2

    First time seeing Ben in the Pegasus. I have heard that the On spikes are very fast, can you test them if you get them?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому +2

      Believe it or not, this was my first run in a pegasus ever!! I’m looking forward to trying them out soon :)

  • @Hidd3nGG
    @Hidd3nGG Рік тому

    BENNNNN

  • @annestrock4917
    @annestrock4917 Рік тому +1

    Wow spikes have come along way. I remember in 1981, my High school coach wanted me to get Onitsuka Tiger Spartan B spikes like my team mates but they didn't make them small enough.( They told me to try again when my feet had stopped growing- I was 17 almost 18 then😂) So,I ended up getting a pair of bright orange Nike spikes.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      aha awesome! Thats a great story. Hope the orange Nikes treated you well :)

  • @QronoZ713
    @QronoZ713 Рік тому

    Is that a Sweden tatoo on your leg? Soon looking like Jakob Ingebrigtsen 😉

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      It is indeed :)

    • @QronoZ713
      @QronoZ713 Рік тому

      @@BenIsRunning Cool, it's the national day today + 500 years of independence.

  • @HowIsThat69
    @HowIsThat69 Рік тому +1

    Not the most scientific test :) what’s more interesting is the prices. How can it be the adidas and hola are almost half the price of the roadshoes :) makes zero sense, we must be idiots paying those ridiculous high prices.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  Рік тому

      Yes I did say that in the video. More about sharing which spikes are suited best for certain runners/races :)

  • @RAMPAGE-Subscibe
    @RAMPAGE-Subscibe Рік тому +1

    I race in dragonflys thier definitely my favorites spikes my favorite racing shoes are definitely vaporfls.

  • @axilballer5981
    @axilballer5981 Рік тому

    Dragonfly’s do have a carbon plate in them