I am a junior in highschool. I run middle distance. I was wondering what people have thought of the Nike Zoom victory (original, elite and 2's), and the Nike zoom mamba 2's. As it is currently before outdoor track season I will state last year's times, in case it influences the suggestions. I like a stiffer spike.
400: 51.5
800: 2:02.8
1500: 4:28.4
I sure hope that's a 1600m and not 1500m time with that 800.
I like the Victory over Mamba, they just seem stiffer and more responsive. I tried elites and 2s on, and the elites didn't feet $90 better.
No, sadly it is 1500 meters. My strength was not up to par last year.
I have found over the years that the lateral pinky spike on 6 pin plates is not my greatest friend, does it feel overly awkward to put a blank on that spot or just leave it empty on the Vic's?
If you're looking for stiffer, definitely look at the Vics over the Mambas. Also consider looking at the New Balance MD800 and the Saucony MD4, both are middle distance and noticeably stiffer than the Vics. If you're set on Nike, also look at the Maxcat- it's marketed at 100-800m, but a mile isn't unreasonable in them.
If you need to remove a spike from the plate for comfort, that shouldn't be an issue, just remove it from both shoes so you stay balanced.
Im saying victories I used both spikes and the mambas felt better for the 3200 but the victories felt far superior for 1600, 800 and 400
How does your 800 time drop off so far from your 400 but your 1500 time does not indicate that you are a 400 runner running up in distance, it suggests you have distance running ability, you should be able to run at least 1:55 with that 400 time
Hingle, if anything my 1500 is trash. Compared to either of those other times, 4:28 is garbage.
But we're here to talk about spikes, not my PR's.
I have the Nike Zoom Victory 2s FA2015 and the Nike mamba 3s FA2015. I know this is a late reply but thought I'd slap this up in case anyone else wants to buy them. I prefer the victory 2s as a spike, as I use the mambas for steeplechase as they are designed to have better water drainage. But if you are looking for a stiffer spike, the mamba is the one to go for. It also fits a lot tighter if that is your preference.
You cant remove the spikes on the mamba, so if you want to do that, the mamba is not the spike for you
Only the Nike Zoom Victory (original) is a great spike of the three. I have had all three and I found that the plate is amazing. If you aren't able to get your hands on a pair go for the Adidas Ambition.
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