Athletics clothing for the track

Competition gear

In competition, the athlete wears a vest and shorts or a running short, often in their club's colours, onto which they pin their race number. These clothes are light and fitted: they don't flap around and don't hinder running. The shorts, like the Erima Racing, support the thigh muscles and prevent chafing, whether running sprints or jumping. The vests Craft Rush or Errea Starter, made of breathable material, wick away sweat.

Athletics on the site

Athletics also includes:

• Shoes, sprint, middle-distance, and jumping spikes.
• Hurdles.
• Throws, shot puts, discs, and javelins.
• Measuring tape and measurement.
• Club equipment.

All the equipment can be found on the athletics page.

Warm-up and winter

The warm-up is done while covered, to raise the body temperature without cooling down: a lightweight jacket, like the Erima running jackets, and training trousers, like the Craft Rush, are removed just before the race. In winter, for cross-country and track training, leggings, like the Craft Essence, keep the legs warm. Between events, put your clothes back on immediately to keep the muscles warm.

Choosing wisely

Athletics clothing should be fitted: you choose your size according to the brand's guide, without going larger. Children's shorts, like the Erima Racing child, follow the same principles. Technical clothing should be washed at a low temperature, without fabric softener, which clogs the fibres and reduces sweat wicking. They should be air-dried, never in a tumble dryer.

Good deals

Good deals can also be found in bargains, promotions, clearance sales, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24h are prepared and sent in 24 hours. The key shopping times of the year follow a stable pattern: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

What should I wear on the day of a meeting?

A vest and shorts or a running short in the club's colours, onto which you pin your race number. A warm-up jacket and trousers, easy to remove, keep the muscles warm up until the start.

Shorts or running shorts for sprints?

The running shorts support the thighs and prevent chafing: they're preferred for sprints and jumping. The more loose-fitting shorts are suitable for middle-distance and cross-country events or for those who prefer more ease.

How should I dress for training in winter on the track?

A long tight, a long-sleeved top, and a windbreaker keep you warm during recovery. You put the warm-up trousers back on between sets to avoid cooling the muscles.

What size of clothing should I get for a child doing athletics?

You take the child's actual size for the running shorts and vest, which should be fitted. The jacket and warm-up trousers can be one size larger to allow for growth.

Do leggings replace training trousers?

Leggings, which are fitted, do not hinder any movement in sprints or jumps and are suitable for technical sessions. The training trousers, being looser, are worn over the spikes and are mainly used for warming up.