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The latest shoes and clothing for the 2008 track season are in! Browse this section to see what GFR has available for your competition and practice needs.

Sprints: 100m-400m, 100m/110m hurdles

Mid Distance: 400m-1500m, multi-events, 100m/110m/300m/400m hurdles

Distance: 800m-10,000m, multi-events

Jumps: Long jump, High jump, Triple jump, Pole vault

Throws: Shot, Discus, Hammer, Javelin

Closeouts: Previous Years' Models

Apparel: Cool track t-shirts and team-colored tights

Training: Running shoes for everyday practice use

Click on a link for more information on specific products.

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10% Off All Training Shoes
10% Off All adidas, Asics, Brooks, newbalance, Nike, and Saucony Track & Field Spikes/Racing Flats

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Whether you are a sprinter or a long distance runner, a good racing shoe can give you an edge over your competition. Racing spikes are ultra-lightweight and give you a good “grip” on the track while helping you to get up on your toes. They enable you to make it from the starting line to the finish line with the most minimal shoe possible – sometimes shaving valuable seconds off your time. But is lighter always better? That depends on the individual athlete and the distance that you're running. Some athletes will actually run slower if they use a shoe that is too minimal. At GFR we can help you find the correct competition shoe for you.

Please visit our FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS section for more info on spikes.

Sprints

Sprint shoes are designed to reduce the weight on your feet and help push off your toes. Due to lack of heel cushion, they are usually insufficient for lots of jumping or longer events.

Most sprint spikes have a plate only below the toes and are very flexible through the middle. These types are suitable for most high school sprinters.

MODELS AVAILABLE AT GFR

Nike Men's Zoom Superfly R2 Nike Men's Zoom Rival S IV Saucony Men's Crescent Sprint Saucony Women's Crescent Sprint

Brooks Men's Twitch S Brooks Women's Twitch S Asics Men's Hypersprint Asics Women's Hyper RocketGirl SP 2

Mid-Distance

A middle-distance shoe is light and flexible. Since middle-distance runners do not stay on their toes the whole race, the mid-distance shoe has a slight heel cushion. Because of this extra heel, the mid-distance shoe is the most versatile track spike.

MODELS AVAILABLE AT GFR

Brooks Men's Surge MD Brooks Women's Surge MD Saucony Men's Endorphin MD Saucony Women's Endorphin MD

Nike Men's Rival MD IV Asics Women's Hyper RocketGirl 3 Asics Men's Hyper MD Asics Men's Hyper MD

Athletes choosing to participate in several events often choose a mid-distance spike. If necessary it can be used for almost any event, although having a specific shoe for each event is ideal.

Combined with a J-Heel, it can be used for javelin or high jump, which typically require shoes with spikes both on the toes and heel.

J-HEEL EXAMPLE

Long Distance

While significantly lighter than a training shoe, distance spikes have a full-length cushion unlike those designed for shorter distances. They are slightly less flexible than a mid-distance spike, as they offer more protection. Distance spikes are suitable for the longest track distances.

Some multi-event athletes seeking a versatile spike may prefer a distance shoe because of it's full-length cushioning. The distance spike can be combined with a J-Heel for use in the high jump or javelin throw, which require heel spikes.

MODELS AVAILABLE AT GFR

Brooks Men's Z2 Distance Nike Men's Zoom Shift FB Nike Men's Zoom Rival D Plus III

Saucony Men's Velocity 2 Distance Saucony Women's Velocity 2 Distance Saucony Men's Endorphin LD Saucony Women's Endorphin LD

Asics Men's Hyper LD Asics Men's Turbo Ghost 2

A very specific distance shoe is designed for the steeplechase, featuring material that allows water to drain quickly from the shoe.

MODELS AVAILABLE AT GFR

Nike Men's Zoom Lanang ST

Some track runners may prefer a more protective shoe for the longer distances. If you are injury-prone or just want more cushion and support than a spike can offer, consider a road-racing flat. These shoes are still very lightweight but provide the shock absorption and arch support much more like a training shoe would.

MODELS AVAILABLE AT GFR

Asics Men's Gel Bandito Brook's Unisex Racer ST 3 Nike Men's Air Zoom Marathoner Nike Men's Zoom Streak XC

Jumps

There is a specialized type of jump shoe designed for optimum performance in each jumping event. Jumping shoes do not normally work well for events other than those intended.

	A long jump shoe features full-length cushion and has a long, rigid spike plate designed for explosive take-off. Closest Match: For younger, less experienced jumpers, a distance spike. For experienced long jumpers, a power-sprint spike.
Nike Men's Zoom Long Jump 3

The high jump shoe is very rigid throughout and the entire bottom is textured for maximum traction. This type of shoe is unique in that the take-off foot has spikes in the back.
Closest Match: Distance plus J-Heel

Nike Men's Zoom HJ III Asics Men's Turbo HJ

Often the shoe used for triple jump and pole vault is one and the same. Like a long jump shoe, there is full-length cushion but due to the various foot-strike patterns it is much more flexible.
Closest Match: Distance

Nike Men's PV II Nike Men's Zoom TJ

Some athletes focus on more than just one jumping event, so a specialized jumping shoe for each event may be unrealistic unless you are contending for the State title. Specific shoes are the best option, but a distance spike may be a better option if you with to jump in multiple events.

The Turbo Jump is a combination Pole Vault, Triple, Long Jump spike.

Asics Men's Turbo Jump

Throws

Athletes focusing on throwing events need specific shoes suited for the motion of releasing the object. These field event shoes are perfect for the task of throwing but not suited for track events.

Rotational: Shot put, discus, and hammer throw all use the same type of shoe. These have a flat bottom designed for ease of spinning and gliding within the ring. Most have a textured bottom to limit the speed of rotation and maintain control. A rotational throwing shoe with a completely smooth bottom is intended for more advanced throwers.

Asics Men's Hyper Throw 2 Nike Men's Zoom Rotational IV Nike Men's Zoom SD 2

Javelin: A javelin shoe, or boot, features full-length traction and heel spikes designed for the abrupt, forceful stop of forward motion. The boot also has a firmly-fastened top to maintain ankle stability. A running spike does not offer the same ankle support, but when combined with a J-Heel it can emulate the traction of a javelin boot.

Asics Men's Cyber Javelin Beijing Nike Men's Zoom Javelin Elite

Closeout on Previous Years' Models

Come in today for availability. All Sales Final on Clearance Shoes, limited to sizes on hand. No other discounts apply.

Apparel and Accessories

Sweat-soaked cotton shirts taking a toll on your workout? Long baggy shorts slowing you down? Here at GFR we feature a full line of technical, moisture-wicking, breathable clothing that will improve your workout whether it's hot and sunny or cold and rainy. You don't know how good you'll feel – and look – and smell - until you try it!

Track Tights
Looking for some tights to wear under your uniform or at practice? Tights are a smart choice to keep your muscles warm and provide compression support. We have both full-length and short tights made of technical fabrics in an assortment of colors and sizes:

InSport Track Tights Available at GFR

Black Red Royal White Navy Forest

Colors Sizes

Black ... X-Small

White ... Small

Navy Blue ... Medium

Royal Blue ... Medium-Tall

Red ... Large

Green ... Large-Tall

X-Large

2X-Large

Brooks Speed & InSport Track Shorts Available at GFR

InSport - Black InSport - Royal InSport - White InSport - Red

Brooks - Black Brooks - Navy

Accessories
In addition to the shoes and apparel, GFR carries all the gear you will need for track and cross-country. Check out our selection of the following:

Shoe and gear bags - great for traveling to meets and everyday practice.
Caps, hats, earbands, gloves - be prepared to stay warm on those yucky, cold, damp workout or race days.
Socks - Keep your tootsies happy and blister-free with a pair of technical running socks.
Running watches - a must for every serious runner.
Nalgene bottles - unbreakable, leakproof, and won't retain tastes, smells, or stains. Just throw it in your gear bag and go! Take it along with you to class and stay hydrated all day - your coach will be proud! Available in an assortment of fun colors.
Energy bars, gels, and drinks - get energized before a workout or meet, and re-fuel in between events. Many flavors to choose from!
Aqua Jogger belts - Down with an injury or looking to add volume to your training without the pounding? Aqua jogging (running in the water with the use of a flotation belt) is the most popular and most beneficial type of cross-training for runners. Give it a try!

Training Shoes

The first step to a successful season is the right pair of training shoes. It's easier said than done – these days there are different types of shoes for specific foot types. If you end up with the wrong one you are at increased risk for injuries such as shin splints and knee pain.

Getting into the right type of shoe is more important than brand name, favorite colors, or the cool styles that your friends wear to practice. At GFR, we'll take a good look at your feet and your running form to determine the best type of shoe for YOU. Just because Hicham El Guerrouj wears the Nike Air Zoom Miler, does not mean that you also must wear this shoe to be fast. Taking the time to find the right level of support and proper fit is an essential step towards success in running and we're here to help you get there!

To make it even easier, we offer a 10% discount on shoes to all student athletes (middle school, high school, college – and coaches too). This offer applies year-round, so stop by and get fitted soon! Don't forget to wear socks and bring your old running shoes with you. Yes, we will actually look at your smelly, old, filthy shoes – they give us “clues” about your running shoe needs!

CLICK HERE for an extensive selection of Training Shoes we carry.

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