Athletics, the equipment for all events
Our athletics range covers all families of events: spiked shoes adidas, Puma, Nike, Hoka and Saucony for sprints, middle distance and jumps, Tremblay shot puts and discs for throws, high jump poles Softee for clubs and schools, and lightweight clothing Craft, Erima and Errea for both track and training.
Run, jump, throw.
A spike for every event family
Every discipline has its spike shoe. In sprinting, the stiff sole and front plate of the adidas Adizero Prime SP, Puma EvoSpeed Sprint, or Puma Nitro Elite keep the athlete on their forefoot for a short, explosive push; the Nike Rival Sprint offers an accessible version for beginners. In middle-distance, the Hoka Crescendo MD adds some cushioning, the Saucony Terminal VT, very lightweight, targets longer distances on the track, and the Nike ZoomX Dragonfly XC is designed for cross-country. Finally, the Adizero LJ is tailored for long jump.
The world of athletics
Athletics includes:
Find all the sports on the other sports page.
Discs, weighted balls and jump poles
Throws are practiced with equipment whose weight varies according to age and gender: for boys, the discus goes from one kilogram in the under-12 category to one and a half kilograms in the under-17s, then two kilograms for seniors, while girls throw a one-kilogram discus starting from the under-15 category. The Tremblay discus at one and a half kilograms and the training discus Trial accompany these stages, and the weighted ball of two hundred grams introduces the youngest to the throwing motion. For high jump, the graduated poles Softee go up to two meters and equip school gyms as well as clubs.
Vests, shorts and leggings for the track
On the track, every gram counts: the vest Craft Rush, the Erima Athletic or the Errea Starter, made from fine mesh that wicks moisture away, leave the arms free for the running motion. The shorts Erima Racing for women, close-fitting, prevent chafing and fabric flapping at high speed, and the legging Craft extends this protection in cool weather. Between tries or during warm-up, the training pants Craft keep the muscles warm, an essential precaution for sprinters and jumpers waiting their turn.
Great deals
Great bargains can also be found in the great deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and sent within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back-to-school.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weight of the hammer in athletics?
The men's hammer weighs seven kilos two hundred and sixty grams, similar to the men's weight, while the women's hammer weighs four kilos. The youth categories throw lighter implements, which gradually increase with age.
What length of spikes for a synthetic track?
International regulations limit spikes to nine millimeters, twelve for high jump and javelin. Many stadiums impose shorter spikes to preserve their surface: check with your club before the competition.
What spikes for a child new to athletics?
A versatile spike like the adidas Adizero Allroundstar is suitable for all events of a young athlete, from sprints to jumps. If they later specialize in middle-distance, the Adizero Distancestar offers more comfort over longer distances.
What size to choose for spike shoes?
A spike should fit very snugly, with no space at the toes, so the foot does not slip during push-off. Choose your usual size, or even half a size down, trying it on with thin socks.
How to maintain spike shoes?
Regularly unscrew and screw the spikes with the provided tool to prevent them from getting stuck, and replace those that are worn down. After a session in the rain, let the shoes dry in the open air, away from a radiator.
