What Is The Best Cross Country Spike? | Brooks, On and Nike Toe The Line

Cross country season is here, and three brands are coming at the mud from completely different angles. Here's who each of these spikes is actually built for.

Nike Rival XC 7 — the workhorse. Built for XC runners of every level. Draining open-hole mesh, reinforced toe box, and a full-length Waffle outsole with six spikes. One spike that handles a whole season.

On Cloudspike XC — the racer. On's first XC spike, and it's a thoroughbred. Helion HF super-shoe foam for an explosive kick, six-pin plate for the turns. Built for the podium, not easy days.

Brooks Draft XC Spike — the light one. Just 6.5 oz, but shockingly cushioned — your legs feel fresh after a 6K. Six spikes for the mud, plus a white upper you can write your goals on.

🛒 Grab a pair at Fleet Feet:

Nike Rival XC 7: fleetfeet.com/products/nike-rival-xc-7
On Cloudspike XC: fleetfeet.com/products/mens-on-cloudspike-xc
Brooks Draft XC Spike: fleetfeet.com/products/brooks-draft-xc-spike

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