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High Jump Elite Evaluation Review

¥14,850(including tax)
  • Wide Design
    A wide design that is also pleasing for Japanese people
  • Sturdy Belt
    A thick belt that securely holds the foot
  • Balancing approach and jump
    The sole hardness is average, making it easy to approach
  • Flat Design
    Jumping support function that complements the approach assistance based on sole hardness
Spike Name
High Jump Elite
Price
14,850 (including tax)
Weight
263g (one foot, 26.0cm)
Applicable events
High jump
Compatible environment
All-weather specific
Spike Pins
7mm×11
Country of Origin
China
Shoelace type
With laces, with strap
Upper Material
Artificial leather + synthetic fiber
Sole Material
Synthetic resin, synthetic sole (synthetic resin)
Size
24cm ~ 29cm
Competition level
intermediate
Recommended for such people
-For those confident in their strength  
It becomes easier to feel the sensation of being pushed up from the ground during take-off, and those lacking strength may find themselves overwhelmed by that rebound force, leading to a collapse of the waist during take-off.  

-Recommended for those with wider feet  
Compared to other spikes, it has the second widest overall width (as of 2021).  

-For those seeking a strong sense of hold when worn  
The magic tape in the midfoot provides a perfect hold that eliminates any sense of instability, allowing for a comfortable run.  

-For those looking for highly breathable spikes  
The entire upper is made of mesh, providing a comfortable fit with excellent breathability compared to spikes from other manufacturers.  

-For athletes who want to prioritize their approach run  
The sole is the flattest in the high jump spike category, allowing for a natural run during the approach.

Features

Upper that poses no problems even during long competitions

The upper material consists of a synthetic fiber mesh coated with synthetic resin. The tongue and ankle parts are not coated, making this spike more breathable than the ASICS High Jump PRO series. The internal structure is mostly mesh, providing a soft fit that reduces the burden on the foot while also ensuring a stable hold without wobbling. It features a type that tightens with shoelaces and a belt. The belt is attached to the midfoot and is nearly twice as thick compared to high jump spikes from Mizuno or Asics, providing a secure fit. The midfoot fixation helps prevent shifting during curved approaches, which can increase wobble and impact.
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Surprisingly wide spikes

The width is 9.6cm according to Picker's research, making it the second widest overall compared to other manufacturers' high jump spikes. While short-distance and long-distance spikes from "NIKE" are often perceived as narrow, high jump spikes are designed to be wider.
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Maximum support for foot burden

The structure is typical for high jump spikes, featuring 11 pins (7 in the front, 4 in the back), and comes with replaceable 9mm double parallel metal pins. The hardness of the sole is the same as the ADIDAS Adizero HJ, making it of medium hardness among high jump spikes. The sole uses a Pebax®︎ plate made of nylon-based elastomer resin. This material is characterized by its shock resistance and rebound properties, making it ideal for the high jump, which requires significant impact during the take-off motion. Additionally, unlike the structures seen in high jump spikes from Mizuno and Asics that have shark skin or rubber chips covering the entire sole, this design only features small shark skin arranged on the surface of the sole, which helps reduce injuries caused by friction on the foot during the approach phase.
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Extremely flat sole

Compared to other manufacturers' high jump spikes, it has the flattest sole with an angle of only 14°. The ASICS Tiger Paw JAPAN ARCH follows with a 15° angle, making it a spike with less curvature. The flatter the sole, the more natural the running feel, making it easier to run and achieving an approach that is closer to the shoes. The midsole uses "Phylon," a highly resilient material also used in basketball shoes. Shoes with a Phylon midsole feature both resilience and a moderately soft feel, which also provides cushioning to reduce the burden on the foot.
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