can i use these for track practice, not races?

Hi Nicole! We recommend using spikes, including the Draft XC Spikeless, primarily for races. While you can use them for practice, they will wear quickly if used as an everyday trainer.

Are these good for track too?

Hi there! If you do not want to run in spikes, the Draft XC Spikeless is a great option to race in for the long distance events.

Could you use these as a trail racing shoe?

Hi Nick! The Draft XC Spikeless can be used for off-road terrain like cross-country courses. If you need more aggressive lugs or added protection from rocks and roots, we recommend our Trail styles like the Catamount. Plus, our Trail styles come with the TrailTack rubber outsole for added traction on wet surfaces.

Draft XC spikeless are OK for track training sets? I'd like light weight shoes without spikes. Which other models can fit my use?

Hi Fabio! The Draft XC Spikeless may be a great option for training sets. If you're looking for a style with a longer lifespan and great for speed workouts, we recommend the Launch 8, the Revel 5, or the Hyperion Tempo.

Hi Helena! The Draft XC Spikeless has a white upper to allow for customizing, but not erasable like a whiteboard.

Could these work as a 5K road racer? Looking for something light but don't need spikes.

Hi Nathan! You can run with the Draft XC Spikeless on the road. Keep in mind these are designed specifically for XC races when pins are not allowed or there are multiple times in a race where asphalt/hard ground will be encountered. The Draft XC Spikeless was not tested on the road specifically. Possibly our Launch 8, Revel 5, or the Hyperion Tempo are better options for racing a 5K on the road.

Is the outersole rubber, hard rubber, or plastic? Can I run or walk on tile with them?

Hi Nathaniel! The outsole of the Draft XC Spikeless is a durable rubber.

Can you remove the rubber blanks and add spikes? Or do you sell rubber blanks for the spike version? Some races you need spikes, some you don’t…

Hi Elissa! While we do not sell blanks, we recommend the Draft XC with spikes as they'll be able to screw off for races that don't need the spikes.

can you draw on these.?

Hi Mason! You can draw on the Draft XC Spikeless and the Draft XC styles.

Looking for a cross country shoe for a 2E width. Will this fit?

Hi Jessica! The Draft XC Spikeless does not have come in a 2E width. The D width is 1/8" more narrow than the 2E would be.

Near me only the spiked version is available. Can I run in the spiked version without spikes and will it be the same shoe as the spikeless? Do you make rubber plugs for the spike holes?

Hi Eileen! You could run in the spiked version without the spikes, but if you don't need the spikes, we recommend the Draft XC Spikeless. We have sizes available in the Draft XC Spikeless to order.