I was looking into spikes to wear in my upcoming winter and spring track seasons for the 800-1600 considering Nike Mambas, Nike Victory 2's, and figured I would research some alternative brands... the Adizero Avanti and was shocked to see that they weigh more than twice what Mamba's and Victories do. Can anyone vouch for these spikes? Are they ridiculously heavy? Does this affect running (obviously not for David Rudisha), but will I be affected by the weight? Any advice would be appreciated.
they aren't 9 oz...
they are 4.9
adidas.com made a typo that they for some reason never corrected.
unfortunately, many other sites transferred this over without even thinking about the absurdity of it.
the avanti is an excellent spike, highly recommended.
Thanks for letting me know, first to the finish and running warehouse seem to have picked up the mistake. The number sounded ridiculous for spikes, they'll definitely be what I wear this year.
For reference, Rudisha uses the adizero MD
Typo is correct. Adizero Avanti is 4.9 ounces. Just weighed it again.
You may also look into the adizero ambition that is new for 2014 (should be available in U.S. in December). Designed as a middle distance spike but certainly can be used for a variety of distances depending on your personal preference. This should be 4.2 ounces.
if only i could get a free pair from you.......
adidas product team wrote:
Typo is correct. Adizero Avanti is 4.9 ounces. Just weighed it again.
You may also look into the adizero ambition that is new for 2014 (should be available in U.S. in December). Designed as a middle distance spike but certainly can be used for a variety of distances depending on your personal preference. This should be 4.2 ounces.
Those ambitions look nice. If you send me a free pair I'll wear them in every meet for the entire 2014 season. If not I'll still probably wear them the entire 2014 season.
adidas product team wrote:
Typo is correct. Adizero Avanti is 4.9 ounces. Just weighed it again.
You may also look into the adizero ambition that is new for 2014 (should be available in U.S. in December). Designed as a middle distance spike but certainly can be used for a variety of distances depending on your personal preference. This should be 4.2 ounces.
I had an adidas rep tell me that the Ambitions were being marketed more towards the high school/beginner demographic. Lower price point, etc. What's your take? Adidas went overboard with the Avanti 2.0 in my opinion, and tried to make them too fancy. The plate is too stiff and the upper fits terribly and causes intense blisters if worn sockless. The Ambition looks a little more like the old avanti, just a nice simple spike for a variety of distances.
viking dave -
we are in the business of selling shoes...i wish i had a personal fortune to spend on sending spikes around to eager young athletes.
looky here -
yes, the idea for ambition was to make a light, simple spike for those athletes who prefer as little as possible - for a variety of distances and maybe even XC if you fancy.
adidas product team wrote:
Typo is correct. Adizero Avanti is 4.9 ounces. Just weighed it again.
HEY. If I'm so correct, can you PLEASE change it on the website then? It looks ridiculous. That said, I will be buying a pair of the new blue avantis and cadences. they look nice!