What Equipment Do I Need for Track and Field? | TeamGear Canada

What Equipment Do I Need for Track and Field?

For track and field you need running shoes for training, spikes for your events, and a team singlet and shorts. Clubs and schools supply throwing implements and jumping equipment, and teams wear matching warmups.

Need matching track singlets for your team? We make custom track singlets in Canada with no minimum order. Design work is free, names and numbers are included, and your team sees a mockup before you pay. Start your free design here.

Track and Field Equipment Starter Kit

1. Track and Field Jerseys & Uniform

Track clubs and school teams compete in matching singlets and shorts and warm up in team jackets. We make sublimated track singlets, shorts and warmup jackets with club names.

Check our track and field jersey size chart before you collect sizes.

Still need a team name? See our running, relay and track team names.

2. Training Shoes

A pair of running shoes fitted at a running store for daily training.

3. Spikes

Sprint, distance, jump and throw spikes are each built differently. Buy for your main event, and check how long a spike your track allows.

Track and Field Equipment Checklist

  • Team singlet and shorts
  • Warmup jacket
  • Training shoes
  • Event spikes
  • Water bottle

FAQ

Do I need spikes for track and field?

For racing, yes. Spikes grip the track far better than training shoes. Beginners can start in running shoes.

Conclusion

Track and field needs the right shoes and a team singlet. We recommend starting with fitted training shoes, spikes for your event and a matching team singlet, shorts and warmup jacket.

Ready to get your team matching? Tell us your colours and logo, and we'll send a free mockup of your custom track singlets. No minimum order, made in Canada, and about 4 weeks to your door once approved. Start your design.

Playing more than one sport? See our equipment lists for every sport and team names for every sport.

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