What flats do you recommend for cross country 5Ks? For the most part, races will be on dirt and grass with some stretches of asphalt or concrete. I thought that Nike Zoom Forevers looked pretty nice, but it's seemingly impossible to find them in my size nowadays. Other good options?
The Nike Streak XCs are very light, flexible, and comfortable, but the only question I'd have is their traction on grass. They don't have much in the way of tread. They are moderately cheap (although the upper isn't extremely durable) and you can get them in any size.
theyre making a new nike forever that comes out in july
Streak xc 2's come out tomorrow
The new Streak XC 2 or the new Forever 2. The Forever will be better for rough terrain and true cross country, while the Streak will be better suited for the track and roads; but you can't go wrong with either - personal preference.
The streak is getting a breathable upper, similar to the Mamba (same material?) and a new outsole. The Forever 2 will sport a similar update to the upper while retaining the same plate.
I have always loved the Adizero Belligerence (adidas). If you don't need the top of the line, the Brooks Mach 11 is very nice as well.
ooh, both look very nice, I'll be sure to check em out once they're in stock. Thanks for the info
The Oregon Waffle. Built like a spike with little rubber nubs and slight heel. Great for indoors too.
Don't get 'em. XC waffles/or those 10 ounce cross country spikes are worthless. Just drill screws into the bottom of your trainers
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