Training Tips
Mitch "the Stinger" Novy racing into the finish.
Both the Brooks T3 Racers and Brooks T4 Racers are excellent racing
flats for any age. I've seen many older folk, younger kids, and
elites run in both models and say their feet feel as light as
a feather while racing.
Something very important to understand about both models is that
it might be a good idea to avoid anything too much over the half
marathon distance in them. They do have the tendency to rip your
feet up quite a bit during the adventure into the full marathon
distance.
Both the T3 and T4 Racers use the Brooks Hydroflow technology
as their cushioning system in the back part of the shoe.
The T4 Racers come with a side roll bar that offers extra support
to the arch of the foot while landing onto the ground.
PERSONAL STORY:
I remember just finishing a 12K up in Fort Wayne, Indiana two
summers ago while racing in the T3 Racers. After the race, I ran
a 4-mile cool down in my T3 Racers not thinking anything of it.
Since my heel to toe strike is completely different (as is everyones)
to what my race pace heel to toe strike was, I ended up getting
a couple blisters on the lower arch of my foot. I recommend that
after racing in either the T3s or T4s, to remember to throw on
the ol trainers in order to avoid blister problems. Plus, after
a race your body is already starting to recover from the workout.
Your feet need to be both properly cushioned and supported during
the cool down.
Last Updated: June 8, 2006
