Best 800m spike

The dragonfly is probably good enough. I prefer the MD-X slightly over the dragonfly, but it’s not a big difference

The one caveat with the dragonfly’s is how they don’t feel that aggressive. I like how they feel during workouts and how my legs aren’t as beat, but have yet to do a true hard effort race in them. Are the md-x aggressive? The non removable spikes are very worrying to me tbh. Also, I am supposed to cover up other brands logos, do u think the md-x would be easy to cover?

I really like the victory elite 2s, and you can get them for cheap now that they are “outdated”. Perfect spike for an 800m runner that branches out to both the 400m and 1500m.

I ran in those my freshman and sophomore year of high school, can agree that they’re pretty good, but I began transitioning to other spikes my junior and senior year. So far i’ve race in those vics, Nike Zoom 400s, and the Brook Elmn 8. Absolutely hated the brooks, liked the other two tho.

I’m in the similar boat, wanted to bump this thread. Thinking between md-x and ambition.

Air Zoom Vics are extremely bouncy and fast, but unstable. You should try someone else’s before buying, because they’re super expensive and people either love them or hate them.

Mamba V’s are a “non superspike” but feel amazing when going fast, especially if you like a low to the ground and light spike.

Dragonflies are great spikes for 1500+, but I wouldn’t say they’re particularly special for the 800m as they’re pretty thick and not very aggressive. Good stable shoe and super comfortable, if you’re looking for that.

Apparently MD-X’s are great, light and super responsive, but I haven’t tried them yet… probably going to get a pair sometime soon

Do yk how long the titanium spikes should last on the md-x? mostly worried about the longevity of these spikes

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Do yk how long the titanium spikes should last on the md-x? mostly worried about the longevity of these spikes

I’ve put 10-20 miles on the MD-X and the spikes haven’t worn down at all. If you only use them on the track or field they will probably never wear down before the spike’s plate becomes useless. So don’t worry about the spikes

Md-x = fastest 800 spike. No discussion

Would these spikes be suitable for sub-50 open 400s?

Also heard great things about NB's shoes. I personally believe the effect of the so called super spikes starts at 1500m and gets greater the longer the distance. If you are bound to Nike the Air Zoom Victory is popular but different, for a traditional 800 spike the older Victory and Victory Elites are solid. Mamba V is probably my favourite spike but not very aggressive for a 800m.

very true. soft, cushy, responsive, and a very fast but comfortable ride.

ambition is really more of a mile spike, and not a true superspike (though having ls pro)