If you are looking to buy shotput shoes for the spin technique, there are a few things you must know. The spin or rotational shotput technique is very different from the glide technique. The shotput shoes you need for the spin technique should have a hard rubberized sole. This will allow for enough traction, but does not apply to much friction to the ground to slow you down.
Shotput shoes for the spin technique must have the right fit and at least have some additional fastening straps other than just the shoe laces. A lot of forces are out on the shotput shoes from your body and the ground and need to have a snug fit. Nike makes a good shotput shoe for the spin technique. It is the Nike Zoom SD-rotational.
It is also interesting to note that some of the other shotput shoe makers, have shotput shoes that are for both the spin technique and the glide technique. These are sometimes known as dual purpose shotput shoes. These can be uses for both spin and glide , but also can be worn to throw the discus and hammer.
So, if you are interested in Shotput shoes for the spin technique, make sure you do the research, get the best, snuggest fit, practice, and your shotput shoes should treat you well.
