Racing Flats

What are racing flats? 
Cross country racing flats are lightweight shoes that do not have replaceable spikes and instead have a full rubber bottom. The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) bans the use of cross country spikes in California high school competition. 

Why are they important?
They help boost performance on race day. It is recommended that each athlete gets racing flats, but not required (especially for novice runners).

How should they fit? 
They should fit more snugly than your regular running shoes and be worn with very thin socks. Make sure you can't take them off without untying them because you don't want your racing flats to be pulled off your heel during a race by a runner behind you.