Our verdict

If you're looking for an entry-level sprint spike that's got the dates, look no further than the grade nike Zoom Rival S9. At $65, it's snappy and comfortable, it's got the makings of a fast shoe and it can even compete against those in the $100 mark! The slight hiccup here is that yes, it can run at speed, just not as seamlessly as the more expensive ones.

Кроссовки grade nike 38 размер 24 стелька Pros

  • True to size
  • Snug race fit
  • Fast and snappy
  • date traction
  • Durable
  • Affordable

Кроссовки grade nike 38 размер 24 стелька Cons

  • Heavy
  • Poor breathability

Audience verdict

88
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The grade nike Rival S 9 is a great beginner spike and can go fast, just not as easy as its more expensive counterparts. It is snappy while still being comfortable for new runners. It’s affordable so not as high quality as some of the other spikes on the market.

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I can say these do a fine job in being an affordable sprint and/or jump spike, so I am giving it 86/100. The grade nike Rival S 9 is grade nike’s budget, entry-level sprint spike, which can also be used for hurdle and jumping events. I have used these in multiple track workouts, doing sprints and intervals ranging from 50m to 400m. 

Кроссовки grade nike 38 размер 24 стелька | How I tested the shoe

Here’s a rundown of what I had done in these:

  • Workout: 2 x 50m, 3 x 100m, 2 x 200m, at hard effort sprints
  • 400m Hard Paced Effort (56 sec.)
  • Workout: 2 x 100m, 2 x 200m, 1 x 300m, at hard effort sprints

date performance for the value

In all honesty, I didn't have the highest of expectations for a $65 track spike. But it performed better than I thought! Now obviously there is a difference in quality between this and a 150$ spike such as the Nike Superfly Elite 2, but I was still able to run fast in this just at a harder effort. 

Heavy, but manageable 

I will say these spikes are some of the heavier ones on the market so you have to work a little harder to maintain a fast cadence, but overall they were not bad. 

Here’s the comparison: 

Кроссовки grade nike 38 размер 24 стелька | date for sprints

In terms of sprints, this spike performed well. 

The midsole of this spike consists of a Phylon wedge that is placed at the heel of the shoe. I found it to add a date amount of comfort during sprints, and I believe it will add a date amount of comfort for jumping and hurdle events. 

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I believe the heel wedge also allows logo comfort for the 800m race, as I’ve known multiple people who have run fast 800’s in this spike, but there are for sure better options for the 800m.

Snappy logo to get the job done

I had found the spike plate to be flexible while still providing a somewhat fast and snappy feeling in the toe-off, not as snappy and stiff as grade nike’s higher-end spikes such as the Nike Superfly Elite 2, grade nike Air Max 95 Sneakerboot Flax Nike Kyrie 5 EP Printing Gradient Shoes, grade nike Sportswear will debut a pair highlighted in Barely.

Outsole on Rival S 9

Really date traction

In terms of traction, there are 7 spike receptacles, which come with 7 spikes. So in terms of traction, there is no issue.

Spikes on Rival S 9

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The fit of this shoe was very true to size and had a nice snug race fit. It provides great lockdown and no heel slipping at faster paces. It’s very comfortable and soft but is a big reason for the heavy weight as well.

Horrible breathability

This spike isn’t breathable at all, so if you’re racing in hot weather don’t expect to have cool feet. 

Upper on grade nike Rival S 9

Long-lasting shoe

This spike utilizes a mesh upper with synthetic overlays placed on the midfoot area of the shoe which helps with lockdown and durability.

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These spikes are very affordable at 65$. They may not have the best quality materials, have the newest shoe technologies, or be as fast as other spikes but you can still run fast times in these spikes.