Title: The History of Track Spikes
Headings: The History of Track Spikes
The History of Track Spikes
At the Start
Race for Improvement
Rounding the Turn
Further Reading

Content: common size is 1/4″ and these offer both bounce and traction for runners; Needle: these are usually 3/16″ and are used on all-weather tracks because of the traction they offer; Pyramid: these offer bounce to the runner and are commonly used in both track and cross country, although on really grassy cross country courses, sometimes longer spikes are used; Tartan: dull needle spikes that are around 1/4″, these are most used on certain rubber tracks
These spikes are screwed in the holes at the bottom of the shoes so they can be replaced as they wear down, or as conditions change from racing venue to racing venue. As for the shoes, sprinters track spikes are ultra-lightweight with very little heel protection since sprinters run on their toes. Long distance runners, however, need a little more protection, so their spikes have studier heels. In addition, track spikes can vary in fit, flexibility and even the number of spikes in the bottom depending on which event an athlete competes in.