The Spanish brand takes a major step into elite track sprinting with the launch of its first spike shoe featuring a carbon plate: the R-1100, along with the creation of a specialized sprint team.
Joma takes a firm step forward in its commitment to elite athletics, making a bold entry into sprint events with the launch of its athletics. Designed for track use, it maximizes power and explosiveness through cutting-edge technology and the incorporation of a carbon plate. It’s ideal for sprinters specializing in the 100, 200, and 400 meters, as well as hurdles.
This launch also reinforces the brand’s push to boost its presence on the track with the addition of new sprint specialists to its elite team, which already includes young national talents such as Rodrigo Fito, U20 Spanish Indoor Champion in the 200 meters.
Now, Joma announces the signing of Manuel Guijarro, one of the most promising sprinters, with whom the Spanish brand aims to take on new challenges.
Manuel Guijarro: speed, effort, and talent
Manuel Guijarro is one of Spain’s standout athletes in the 400 meters, having already made his mark on the international stage by winning multiple medals as part of the Spanish relay team in major championships. Among his achievements are silver medals at the European Indoor Championships in 2025 and 2019, as well as a silver at the 2022 World Indoor Championships — where he also helped break national records, including at the most recent European Team Championships held in Madrid.
He has also been Ibero-American silver medalist, a top-8 finisher in two European Outdoor Championships, and a multiple-time national podium finisher. Guijarro has represented Spain in the most prestigious international competitions and has become a key figure in the national athletics strategy leading up to the 2025 Tokyo World Championships.
R-1100 spike shoe: more drive, maximum speed
Guijarro will compete wearing the new R-1100, a mixed sprint spike designed for track events up to 400 meters and hurdles. Its ultra-light structure and reactive technology offer high performance for athletes with refined running technique.
The R-1100 marks a milestone in Joma’s running footwear history, as it is the brand’s first spike shoe to include a carbon plate—while maintaining Joma’s technical and competitive DNA. It has already been tested in competition by athletes such as Rodrigo Fito, who has contributed to the product’s launch.
Specifically, the R-1100 is designed to optimize the start, curve, and final sprint—all critical in sprint events. The upper is made from lightweight, breathable technical thread and features the VTS perforation system, which ensures proper sweat ventilation and airflow. The JOMA SPORTECH heat-sealed fitting system, strategically placed, eliminates friction zones.
The midsole features the new LIGHT REACTIVE technology, made with special injected Pebax to reduce weight. The result is an ultra-light (170 grams), responsive shoe that absorbs impact and delivers excellent energy return. The CARBON PLATE offers outstanding performance by maximizing propulsion and energy transfer, enabling a faster, more efficient stride. This technology also reduces muscle fatigue by minimizing the effort needed in each race.
The outsole is made from lightweight, abrasion-resistant nylon with a front metal spike structure to ensure grip and traction on the track.
Through this dual initiative, Joma continues to grow in one of its flagship sports with a focus on performance and innovation.