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Question : Would this pair of Cross Country shoes be okay for track?
its a pair of Brooks Men's Mach 9. The time I primarily care about is what I get for the 1600. So would they be fine if i just use shorter spikes?

Answer:
yeah u can use cc spikes in track for distance events like the 1600 and 3200

Question : Whats a good kind of cross country shoes for a meet? Like do I want Spikes,or Flat bottom rubber??
Cross Country course are all different, they are hilly,rough, and soft. It is 3.1 miles and I need a good race shoes, I am a junior in high school.

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for cross country you're going to want spikes with a rubber spike plate and removable spikes this way, if the course has a lot of cement on it, you can take the spikes out and just race without them in the shoe go to a running shoe store, though, as opposed to a huge sporting goods store, because they'll make sure you're fitted correctly and will recommend a good pair for you

Question : What whould be good Cross Country shoes?
Right now im about to start cross country, and i already Adidas a3 microride, whould these be good for that, or should i get new shoes?

Answer:
cross country rules! im doing the same this coming yr. i got some new shows their asics their light and they feel good.

Question : What type of cross country shoes should I purchase?
The best answer would provide me with two pairs of shoes, 1 pair for racing and 1 pair for training. Spikes or flats? If so, what brand/specific model should I get?

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spikes usually are alot better for cross than flats so i would get a pair of those for racing, im not going to name a specific type of shoe that you should get because the best shoe is really different for each person like for example if you over pronate you should get a different shoe than your friend that under pronates. for trainers again i wont name a brand our model, for pretty much same reasons. my best advice too you is too go to a running specialty type of store (not a footlocker or champs) because running stores usually have people working there that are runners and can know what type of shoes would be best for you

Question : how should my cross country shoes be chosen by fit?
ok, when i buy new cross country shoes, should there be any space for my toes? or should there be a certain amount of space? please tell me, cus my old cross country shoes have no space for my feet. so please help

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This site tells you all you need to know about finding the right shoes. It tells you how the shoe should be fitting in all the different places around your foot as well as stating what type of shoes are good for each different type of sports. Strongly suggest using this site...has helped me decided on many types of shoes that have been a great success. Every time i get shoes with the aid of this site, my cross-country coach always comments on a good choice: http://adam.about.com/reports/000061_4.htm Good luck. Hope you find a good pair of shoes!

Question : What are good Cross Country race shoes?
I have never done Cross Country before but have done track. So for cross country are spiked shoes good or are non spikes better? Any brands and models you recommend? I personally did not enjoy running with spikes in track because I thought it was harder for some reason, I guess this is just a personal preference. But what would you recommend? Just regular Asics shoes?

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I'd suggest spikes. Over 5k, you may have hills, dirt, mud, woodchips, or even sand. All of this terrain means that a secure grip so you don't slip and your feet don't slide is very important. Spikes are therefore important. I'm a fan of saucony, notably the Saucony Kilkenny spike, but not everyone likes those. I'd go to a running store and have them fit you, and to try different shoes out. Good luck this season! ~Abab

Question : Can cross-country shoes be used for track?
I have a pair of cross-country flats which can have spikes added to them. Are these the kind of racing shoes that could be used for track, or would I need a new pair?

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If you are running long distance in track, the shoes would probably work. However, if you are looking to participate in sprinting events, you may want to invest in another type of shoe specifically made for sprinting. Usually sprinting shoes have spikes just on the ball of the foot to allow quicker turnover while distance shoes have spikes more all over the shoe to allow the runner to use their entire foot. Hope this helps!

Question : Where is the best place to get cross country shoes?
I usually just use regular running shoes for cross country but as my last year in high school I would like to try using real cross country shoes. I don't want ones with spikes though. Our cross country team doesn't use those. Any answers are appreciated! Thanks! :D

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It depends on how serious you are about running, and how often you run. When you are buying your first serious pair, I always recommend going to a good running store so they can take a look at your feet. They can tell what kind of arches you have, whether you pronate when you run, and where you land on your foot. All of these factors affect what kind of shoe you should get. If you get the wrong one, it can lead to unnecessary pain and discomfort. You can't just go somewhere and say "I want Asics". Asics makes a whole line of shoes for all different types of feet. It's like going to a bookstore and saying that you want a book. Once you find a model that works for you, then you can go to an outlet store. But if you are serious about continuing to run, take the time to go to a store that specializes in running. You will be happy you did! PS, here's a good link to a Runners' World site that will help you to see what kind of shoe will best fit your foot. They also have a lot of reviews from other users, so you can see what might work best for you; http://www.runnersworld.com/topic/0,7122,s6-240-319-0-0,00.html

Question : what are some cross country shoes?
in high school used to do football switch to cross country what are good running shoes

Answer:
get spikes. not the ones with the really thin bottoms...those are sprinting spikes. the bottoms should be about 5cm thick at the heel.

Question : What are the best cross country shoes?
I just got a pair of Asics gel-dirt dog 2 shoes, but haven't worn them yet. I currently wear Asics gel kinetic shoes. I have cross country practice Monday through Wednesday, and on Thursday, I have meets. Should I wear my Asics gel- dirt dogs on the meets because they are lighter or my gel kinectics?

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Where the lighter shoes for races where the other shoes for practice