The racing season is just getting under way here in Singapore so now is an appropriate time to start thinking about getting yourself into a racing flat.
Things to think about when buying a racing shoe:
- Comfort – It is essential to be as comfortable as possible when racing. This becomes more important the longer the distance/duration of your event
- Fit – You need a shoe that fits you properly. If you are racing triathlon and not wearing socks you may need to consider buying a shoe that is half a size smaller than your training shoe
- Weight - Think about how important this is based on the above comfort point. Usually the comfort comes down as the weight of the shoe reduces. The shoe pictured on the right is the new Nike Luna Racer and it is brilliant. Not only is it super light, the cushioning is amazing. This, in my opinion is the nicest race shoe on the market.
- Personal Biomechanics and Injury History – If you are a person who is prone to injury or you have severe pronation, it may not be wise to use a specific racing flat. For you a light weight trainer with a little more support could be a good option
- Coolness Factor – This one is not so crucial and you should not base your selection on this point alone, but it is always a slight psychological advantage to feel like the real deal.