Running shoes FAQs
I am a cross country runner. Should I get those shoes that have spikes in them for better traction?
This depends a lot on what kind of feet you have. The shoes that include spikes in them are often very thin and are often made of canvas. The shoes are thin because it helps to keep them light. The spikes can be inserted on the bottom for those times when it is extra slippery or if you are running on an incline.
The problem with these shoes is the fact that those who have high arches can not get enough support from these kinds of shoes. If you buy a different kind of shoe, it needs to be the kind of shoe that is a little more structured and has enough room inside of it to put arch supports.
Who makes the best shoe for sprinters?
If you are unsure about what kind of shoe to buy if you are a sprinter, perhaps the best thing that you can do is watch a championship track meet on television or in person and pay special attention to the kinds of shoes that the sprinters are wearing.
When it comes to having good shoes for sprinters, it becomes pretty obvious after looking for just a couple of minutes that Nike has pretty much cornered the market when it comes to manufacturing shoes for sprinters. You certainly may be able to find other kinds of shoes and you may prefer a different kind yourself, but by and large, Nike sprinting shoes seem to be the consensus among world-class sprinters.
How much should I pay for a running shoe?
This depends on if you are a casual runner or a person who competes for prizes and trophies. The casual runner can find some really nice running shoes for $30-50. Because it is not important to these runners to have a shoe that will give them a competitive edge, they can buy god shoes and feel satisfied with their purchase.
On the other hand, those who are constantly competing could pay upwards of $120 for the shoes they wear to compete in. However, this extra money spent could prove to be a solid investment I the shoes help you win a cash prize at a road race or elsewhere.
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