Jan 15, 2020 · Nike's Vaporfly shoe, the latest version of which was worn by a marathon winner who smashed a world record last year, is reportedly set to be banned by World Athletics …

Jul 3, 2024 · The current World Athletics Technical Rules handbook (effective from January 1st, 2022, and on) notes that 25mm is the maximum thickness allowed in the competition of track …

Jan 31, 2020 · On Friday, World Athletics stopped short of completely banning the entire Vaporfly line — but it rolled out stricter limits for shoes used in competition: The sole must be no thicker …

Jul 29, 2020 · On Tuesday 28 July, World Athletics announced further revisions to their rules on shoes which included changes to the height of the spikes on track shoes and the …

Aug 19, 2023 · In this article, we will delve into the realm of banned running shoes, examining some of the most notorious models and the reasons behind their prohibition. From the …

Sep 19, 2023 · Super Trainers are an example of what could've been should the World Athletics didn't ban certain running shoes from races.

Jan 31, 2020 · On Friday, World Athletics, the global governing body of track and field, released new regulations on footwear, banning any shoe with a maximum sole thickness of more than …

Nov 26, 2023 · Courses that permit spiked shoes often have specific requirements regarding the type and length of spikes allowed to minimize damage to the course. On the other hand, …

Jan 31, 2020 · Prototypes are banned from competition. That means that the Vaporfly prototype spikes that Sifan Hassan wore during her amazing display of distance prowess in Doha (1500 …

Dec 26, 2017 · Puma was the first shoe company to figure out a solution: "brush spikes." These were shoes outfitted with more than 60 tiny, needle-like spikes jutting out of the bottom, which …