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Running gear : The Q&A

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Forestcantrun · 16/09/2021 11:54

Just that really. Please feel free to add your must haves or great value finds or discounts. There's a wealth of knowledge on this site which I personally hugely appreciate.

My Q: which aftershokz? Do I go straight for the aeropex or is one of the cheaper models just as good.

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GrandPrismatic · 31/10/2021 06:06

Thanks @ThankYouDebbie and @FrangipaniBlue…am sold! Will look out for Black Friday deals on the headphones.
Also considering the Apple Watch. I use strava with an armband for my phone for runs but like the idea of just a watch with everything on it. Anyone any tips? The apple watches seem to come with their own fitness app…is that better than strava?

FrangipaniBlue · 24/10/2021 21:36

@GrandPrismatic

Hi! For the aftershockz fans out there…are you able to control your music through the headset? I use Powerbeats wireless which I like - you can pause and skip tracks (but not repeat tracks annoyingly!). Also has microphone for calls on the run. Are aftershockz the same? My Powerbeats are getting a pounding from all the running plus I use them for seemingly endless video calls at work. I’d like a second pair I could keep separately for running
I have the aftershok aeropex which do everything and more than my beats did.
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Theredjellybean · 24/10/2021 08:23

I have reflective kit from Ronhill.
Lightweight tops which are fully reflective.

OverByYer · 24/10/2021 08:20

Years ago I bought a fantastic running gilet from Aldi. It was black with reflective pattern on it. The reflection material has faded a lot and I’d love to find something similar again.

lljkk · 24/10/2021 08:16

I would like reflective clothing but NOT jackets

would a 'runining' vest work -- these mesh/strap reflective things that runners or cyclists use.

Sleeves are something cyclists use a lot. I have some 20+ yrs old that were custom made, & my good pair is from Wiggle. I bet ebay is cheaper.

neckbuff worn like a head band over the ear buds for the person who gets cold ears but also wants to listen to music

Running gear : The Q&A
Running gear : The Q&A
ThankYouDebbie · 24/10/2021 08:14

@GrandPrismatic

Hi! For the aftershockz fans out there…are you able to control your music through the headset? I use Powerbeats wireless which I like - you can pause and skip tracks (but not repeat tracks annoyingly!). Also has microphone for calls on the run. Are aftershockz the same? My Powerbeats are getting a pounding from all the running plus I use them for seemingly endless video calls at work. I’d like a second pair I could keep separately for running
Yes, on Aftershockz you can pause, skip track, volume up and down, and they work on phone calls the same as my in-ear Jabra buds.
Niconacotaco · 24/10/2021 08:06

Thanks everyone

GrandPrismatic · 24/10/2021 07:56

I couldn’t get on with sleeves at all for some reason. I bought a couple of pairs over the years but end up getting annoyed with them once I’m ready to take them off…I hate carrying anything when I run and I also hate wearing running belts. Also hate having them pushed down and bunched up on my wrists like a big tight sweaty scrunchies😆.

GrandPrismatic · 24/10/2021 07:53

Hi! For the aftershockz fans out there…are you able to control your music through the headset? I use Powerbeats wireless which I like - you can pause and skip tracks (but not repeat tracks annoyingly!). Also has microphone for calls on the run. Are aftershockz the same? My Powerbeats are getting a pounding from all the running plus I use them for seemingly endless video calls at work. I’d like a second pair I could keep separately for running

Soybean31 · 24/10/2021 07:27

@Niconacotaco Ronhill make a range called 'Nightrunner', which includes long sleeved tops with reflective details on the arms and shoulders. The top is a lightweight fabric, I was looking at them yesterday in a shop.Smile

https://www.ronhill.com/collections/womens-night-running

AuntieStella · 24/10/2021 06:48

My sleeves came from Decathlon.

I'm eyeing up those for sale on Wiggle

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Forestcantrun · 24/10/2021 00:51

@dangermouseisace thank you. I'll keep him on the belt lead maybe. He is generally a good boy and he would love to be on a trail providing he gets a swim after 😊
@Niconacotaco I've a Proviz one on order that I saw on another link here. Just the short sleeve one. I will probably graduate to long sleeve in a month or so but I'm still finding long runs super warm. It's not arrived yet so I can't comment on the fit. There 15 percent off for new buyers

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Niconacotaco · 24/10/2021 00:26

Where do you buy sleeves? I am a sweaty runner and they sound ideal.
Which leads to my next question - can anyone recommend reflective tops? I have armbands but I would like reflective clothing but NOT jackets - I am too hot for the extra layer after just a few minutes even at minus 1 or 2. I have managed to find tops and leggings with small reflective areas but would like a bit more shine! I was in Decathlon last week and thought I might find something in the cycling section but the closest I could find was a bright yellow men's top with just a few reflective areas, not dissimilar (but brighter coloured) to the tops I already own.

dangermouseisace · 24/10/2021 00:07

forestcantrun I take my dog running but do not use a tracker. We have canicross kit (belt for me, bungee lead, running harness). Most of the time he's on the lead.

SydneyCarton · 23/10/2021 19:51

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MUSICOZY-Bluetooth-Headband-Sleep-Headphones-Wireless-Music-Sport-Headbands-for-/284452210103?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

@Magpie1976 I use these wireless headphones which come as a headband. You could always wear a buff over the top if it’s not warm enough Smile

I love the sound of the sleeves, how have I not known about these? I find my long sleeve tops tend to be a bit more fitted than my short sleeve ones and I can get a bit self conscious wearing them to run, so I stick a looser T-shirt on top and end up boiling 🥵 Definitely going to check these out

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Forestcantrun · 23/10/2021 17:51

Anyone bring their dog running? Do you use a tracker? I'm going to do some trail runs over the winter and would love to bring my very eager dog but I don't want to lose him especially when I don't really know these areas yet. I don't have an iPhone so those apple tags are no use to me but if anyone has a brand they recommend that would be appreciated. Thank you

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Forestcantrun · 16/10/2021 21:32

@AuntieStella the risk is real 🤣🤣

@Magpie1976 I just use a buff most of the year. It was a castaway from a family member. Ive a fleecy headband I got on Amazon for about 5quid if I'm especially cold. It's lovely actually, soft, warm but not too hot.

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AuntieStella · 16/10/2021 06:12

@Magpie1976

I get very cold, painful ears running. Any recommendations for something to stop the wind chill and listen to music comfortably?
I have Aftershokz for the music and use a buff as a headband to keep ears warm. My favourite, which I use year round (to keep hair under control) is a merino one from a random camping shop. Cool in summer, warm in winter. If I need more warmth iwhen it gets cold then I have a fleece headband and a hybrid fleece/fabric buff (sold for skiing). I do have a knitted bobble hat, but I prefer the buff-as-headband

I splashed out on an Innov8 Stormshell for a lightweight, breathable, windproof waterproof.

PS: love the idea of stealthy nocturnal limb investigations!

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Forestcantrun · 15/10/2021 23:14

Sleeves are now on my Christmas list. Hopefully the sizing is self explanatory or my husband and kids will be surreptitiously measuring my limbs in my sleep🤣

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Magpie1976 · 15/10/2021 23:13

I get very cold, painful ears running. Any recommendations for something to stop the wind chill and listen to music comfortably?

Needtostopfretting · 15/10/2021 23:00

Salamon adv 5 or 12 skin is the best vest for carrying hydration soft flasks and every other bit of gear imaginable. Used mostly on trail runs but I often use on the road. Can put keys, phones, first aid kit, food, gels, tissues, everything in the pockets and sits really close so no bouncing.

StillWeRise · 15/10/2021 22:54

thanks for the recommendations- I never even thought of searching for '2 pockets' Blush

TheWholeWorld · 15/10/2021 22:41

My holy grail product is a Patagonia Houdini jacket - it's an incredibly thin jacket but it's a rock solid windproof. It's water resistant rather than waterproof but I wear it for 90% of runs in cold & rainy weather and take it everywhere I might need a bit of wind protection - it's great on hikes. I reckon cost per wear I'm in the fractions of a penny by now and it still looks good as new.

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