Historical information

These spikes were worn by Goldie Heath at Stawell in 1933. They were also used by Tommy Deane when training, but as too large they were “tied around with a bit of bike tube”

Significance

Running spikes worn by Nagambie local, Cyril ‘Goldie’ Heath, to win thew 1933 Stawell Gift. Also worn by Tommy Deane during training with Heath for the 1946 race.

Physical description

Hand-made kangaroo hide spikes, with hide laces, metal eyelets and spikes. Pair of black shoes, rubber sole