Best 400/800 Spike?

The only spike on the market today that fits what you're looking for is the adidas adizero MD, advertised for use from 400m-mile. So if you want what's advertised as being a middle-distance spike in this range, that's what you're getting.

If you want a little more flexibility in your choices, look at what's worked for people in the past that's still on the market. The Maxcat is a great option, but take a look at the Saucony Ballista 2 as well.

Perhaps consider the Brooks ELMN8 v4, the ASICS Cosmoracer MD, and the HOKA ONE ONE Rocket MD. The ELMN8 is the only spike of the three that I've seen used in a 400m on the pro circuit, but I would take a look at the others as well.

I saw a kid use Maxcats for the 800 and I've heard elmn8 is a die-hard mid distance spike but it looks like it would put you on your toes.

I used my Nike Rival M8s for the 400 to the 3200 and they worked fine.

I don't know if they're available anywhere yet, but the Nike Zoom 400 that is releasing soon seems to be the perfect spike for 400-800m. Clayton Murphy has run some mile/1500m races in them as well, and they seem like a very similar spike to the Adidas Adizero MD.

Reptilians wrote:

I don't know if they're available anywhere yet, but the Nike Zoom 400 that is releasing soon seems to be the perfect spike for 400-800m. Clayton Murphy has run some mile/1500m races in them as well, and they seem like a very similar spike to the Adidas Adizero MD.

Update: They're available on Eastbay for $110

Reptilians wrote:

Reptilians wrote:

I don't know if they're available anywhere yet, but the Nike Zoom 400 that is releasing soon seems to be the perfect spike for 400-800m. Clayton Murphy has run some mile/1500m races in them as well, and they seem like a very similar spike to the Adidas Adizero MD.

Update: They're available on Eastbay for $110

Has anyone used these? are they basically the maxcats? They look a little aggressive for 800m

IMO its the Nike Zoom 400, i've worn them yesterday for the 1st time and they are great!!

The new Nike 400 is good for both. It's essentially a more flexible JaFly/Superfly and has a smidge more cushion in the heel. The Adidas MD is also a good choice.

Brooks ELMN8 v4. Only problem is it may be too firm for your liking or may rub your feet funny. I haven't gotten any blisters but hotspots aren't uncommon.

Quick update...

very highly recommend the zoom 400 for 400m and the 800. I wouldn't say they are great for 200.

If you're young and fit and a sprinter type with some good ankle strength, stick to something else for 400 but if you're not then these are good