Need help finding a gift for the runner in your life? While running may seem like a sport that doesn’t require much gear, every runner knows that’s not the case. Here’s some of our favorite running gear.
Arc’teryx Aptin Zip Hoody Men’s
Having a trusty go-to top for those cold weather runs is clutch, especially the kind of top that doesn’t overheat, and offers mild wind protection if needed. The Arc’teryx Aptin Zip Hoody is just that. This mid-weight, Polartec Power Dry fleece features a lightweight woven polyester throughout the front shoulders, chest, and arms for protection against those bone-chilling gusts that cut right through most highly breathable running tops. $139 Buy Now
Suunto 9 Baro
For that runner in your life that spends more time on the dirt than the roads, the Suunto 9 is a must-have. An aesthetically clean-looking GPS watch, the Sunnto 9 includes every stat, data point, and feature a trail runner needs, including an intelligent battery system that allows you to select varying battery life settings for the length of your run. In addition to standard activity tracking, the Suunto 9, also offers on-screen navigation, sunrise/sunset times, and gives storm alarms when a sudden drop in air pressure occurs. $599 Buy Now
Brooks Canopy Jacket
If you watched the Boston Marathon this year you saw how awful the weather was- cold, windy and wet. Guess what jacket the women’s winner, Desiree Lindentrusted to keep her warm and dry? You got it, the Brooks Canopy. Made with DriLayer Seal fabric, this stretchy material is wind and water resistant, yet breathes better than any other jacket I’ve tested. $120 Buy Men’s Buy Women’s
Stunt Runner
For the runner with a four-legged companion on their runs, the Stunt Runner is a must have. Made with durable climbing-grade strength tubular webbing, this leash attaches around your waist and features a combination of both static webbing and elastic bungee connecting you to the dog. The short section of flexible bungee allows room for those little missteps without losing sync with your dog. It comes in one size that fits a 28” to 49” waist. $44.00 Buy Now
Spot headlamp
Now that the days are shorter, at some point, every runner will likely find him or herself running in the dark. As a running coach, every year I have at least one runner roll an ankle, break a leg, or fall and hurt themselves because they didn’t see an obstacle beneath them. With plenty of power to illuminate any potential tripping hazard, the Black Diamond Spot has a maximum headlamp range of 80 meters on high. For additional safety rock the Stride Strobe headlamp in combination with the Spot for strobe light visibility keeping you safe while out in the dark. $29.96 Buy Now Buy Stride Strobe Light $29.95
OOFOS OOcloog Sport Clog
There’s nothing better than kicking off my running shoes and slipping on my OOFOS OOcloog sport clogs. Made with a proprietary OOfoam that absorbs more impact than even the most cushioned shoes, these supportive, yet soft clogs are heaven for your feet. For those dealing with Achilles or plantar issues, I can attest that these clogs offer relief most shoes cannot. They also happen to one more the most durable footwear I owe. $69.95 Buy Men’s Buy Women’s
NordicTrack Commercial 2950 Treadmill
This is the cream of the crop when it comes to treadmills. The NordicTrack Commercial 2950 treadmill features an incline range of -3% to 15% and tops out at 12mph (5min per mile). A 22 inch HD screen offers live interactive training, 12,000 on-demand workouts and Google-mapped routes all over the world. $2,999.00 Buy Now
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