Best running gear on Reddit

119 reviews from r/running, r/ultrarunning, r/lululemon and 17 more subreddits

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Lululemon

4.7

(16)

"Base pace leggings (they have fleece brushed ones that I wear when it’s really cold!) and a long sleeve swiftly."

"If they do release a long sleeve merino wool shirt, snap it up! I have one from years ago and it's my absolute go to during the colder/rainier months."

"I’m team Fast and Frees for running leggings."

"My go-to cold weather running outfit is the Base Pace Fleece-Lined leggings, a long sleeved Swiftly or It’s Rulu Run, and Down For It All Vest."

"I love the long sleeve Swiftly's (personally prefer the relaxed fit a size down) for when it's cooler out."

"All my favorites are from Lululemon especially if you’re looking for thoughtfully designed gear with pockets."

"I love the long sleeve lululemon swiftlys."

"I like leggings and a long sleeve thicker shirt with thumb holes as others mentioned."

Nike

4.3

(7)

"I am so glad I spent the money and went with the $60 Nike maternity leggings."

"I love any long sleeves with thumb holes and cuffed sleeves."

"Trail runners for trails (such as Trout or Burnaby, or Buntzen lake)."

"Clothes in general -> Nike."

"Nike is my other favourite."

"Nike and Lululemon are my go-tos for running"

"Nike has running rain jackets in Tall sizes all the way down to Medium Tall."

Garmin

4.2

(6)

"Never run in anything else since putting on a pair"

"It's fantastic."

"A great watch that does almost everything."

"I love it."

"Garmin watch and spi belt."

"I **hate** running with my phone"

Outdoor Research

4.6

(5)

"They are SPF50+ rated IIRC. We wear those with a short sleeve top."

"I prefer hats in a light color and quick dry fabric."

"The OR Echo Hoodie is the most breathable in my opinion."

"The Echo is lighter but tends to snag easier."

Patagonia

4.6

(5)

"Hat. Hat. Hat. Keeps the sun out of your eyes and off your face."

"Second the Patagonia Houdini recommendation, I bought last fall and it’s been fantastic for wind and light rain."

"Patagonia Houdini is pretty much the standard windbreaker/light shell."

"Outdoor Research Echo and Patagonia Capilene Cool are both fairly light weight."

"I've also had good results with Patagonia and LL Bean."

Merino Wool

5.0

(3)

"I have my eyes on some nice merino wool base layers for those really horrible and wet days."

"I use the thickest wool socks I can find and on really cold days, I'll pair that with a merino wool liner sock."

"For socks I use merino wool socks."

Under Armour

4.3

(3)

"Under armor cold weather."

"Under armour running shorts or Nike loose fitting running shorts."

"My favorite running shorts are Under Armour (not running specific shorts, probably soccer)."

Oiselle

4.0

(3)

"Check out Oiselle, they're a women's running clothes brand based in Seattle."

"For leggings and shorts, oiselle. Worth the price."

"Oiselle. Loose shorts."

Athleta

4.0

(3)

"The Rainier are divine, have in full-length and some 3/4 on clearance."

"The best thing I ever did for winter running was get a prescription for a calcium channel blocker."

"I haven’t tried the new interval tight yet which is supposedly for running."

#10

Saucony

5.0

(2)

"Saucony is the best for shoes (IMO)"

#11

Darn Tough

5.0

(2)

"Good socks that will keep your feet warm and blister-free even when wet are key - I like Darn Tough socks."

"Darn Tough socks have been amazing for me."

#12

SheFit

5.0

(2)

"The SheFit bra is AMAZING."

"I use a SheFit bra (which is great)."

#13

Salomon

5.0

(2)

"A soft flask plus filter is a great addition."

#14

Amazon

5.0

(2)

"I’d definitely recommend getting some more supportive maternity running leggings or a belly band to keep you comfortable while running."

"I tried the Maternity Yoga Shorts and the Over The Belly Shorts from Amazon, and they worked well for me."

#15

Balega

5.0

(2)

"Ballego socks"

"My Balega socks"

#16

Noxgear

5.0

(2)

"Head/chest light + blinking red light to put on the back"

"Also consider some kind of light up gear such as Noxgear."

#17

Smartwool

5.0

(2)

"I also always wear a vest from smartwool to keep my core warm."

"Thin gloves, Smartwool running socks, Visibility gear: reflective vest."

#18

TASC

5.0

(2)

"Good underwear (TASC or Nike Procombat)"

"Tasc shirts"

#19

Buff

5.0

(2)

"My favorite piece of gear looks stupid but bear with me, it is amazing: The Buff Hoodie."

"Best thing for when it's a little cold"

#20

Tomtom

4.0

(2)

"Having heart rate information has been a game-changer for me."

"I like the Tomtom Runner because it was cheap, but I think any of Garmin's watches would be a good buy as well."

#21

SPF Long Sleeve Sun Shirts

5.0

(1)

"You can search for SPF long sleeve sun shirts with hood, they are very thin and will protect arms and neck."

#22

Shoe Dryer

5.0

(1)

"A shoe dryer. You never knew you needed one until you got one."

#23

LLL

5.0

(1)

"Personal opinion but my top LLL selections: Swiftly Tech Tank Top and Speed Up Shorts."

#24

Blacktoe Running

5.0

(1)

"Blacktoe Running or Culture Athletics are both great local options."

#25

Running Scarf

5.0

(1)

"A running scarf or a neck warmer. Of all the winter running gear, this is the one I appreciate the most."

#26

Running Free

5.0

(1)

"I second Running Free."

#27

Rabbit

5.0

(1)

"Rabbit has some nice looking tanks."

#28

Farpointe

5.0

(1)

"Farpointe Powerwool sun hoody"

#29

REI

5.0

(1)

"That’s my go-to for 95% of my gear"

#30

Toe Warmers

5.0

(1)

"I use toe warmers in the winter in my shoes to keep my feet from becoming numb."

#31

Heated Mittens

5.0

(1)

"I have heated mittens. I 100% need them when I am doing anything besides running outside below 40 degrees F."

#32

Academy

5.0

(1)

"I found them at Academy and they made a HUGE difference for me."

#33

Head Lamp

5.0

(1)

"If your running at dark times do yourself a favor and get a head lamp and strobe light."

#34

Nathan

5.0

(1)

"I have one of the insulated Nathan Speedshot ones, which I love."

#35

Sunday Afternoons

5.0

(1)

"I like the running hats from Sunday Afternoons."

#36

Lock Laces

5.0

(1)

"I have lock laces on basically all of my shoes."

#37

Bombas

5.0

(1)

"For socks, Bombas is the absolute best."

#38

32 Degrees

5.0

(1)

"I tried one of the 32 Degrees baselayer shirts figuring it's so cheap who cares if I don't like it, but I liked it so much I bought a second one."

#39

Super Jock n Jill

5.0

(1)

"I’d check out Super Jock n Jill in Greenlake. They have a great selection of gear."

#40

Petzl

5.0

(1)

"Pezl Nao RL was a game changer for me when running in the dark."

#41

Path Projects

5.0

(1)

"Path Projects liners - or long liners as tights are amazing."

#42

Ice Bandana

5.0

(1)

"An Ice Bandana works really well, plus you look like a fun lil cowpoke while you run."

#43

Shokz

5.0

(1)

"If he doesn’t already have them and listens to music, shockz/bone conducting headphones."

#44

Naked

5.0

(1)

"The naked belt is great for carrying supplies, phone, gels, water bottles."

#45

Ani-Smog

5.0

(1)

"I wear the ani-smog mask, (the one with removable filters)."

#46

Fleece Gloves

5.0

(1)

"I just jam a hand warmer in a fleece glove prior to running and am good to go."

#47

Injinji

5.0

(1)

"Injiji socks, Strava membership, HRM pro plus chest strap, recovery slides, gels and more gels, and I’m a hat guy, so that’s always something easy for me."

#48

Hex Screws

5.0

(1)

"Hex Screws in the bottom of my shoes are crucial for me when running in the winter."

#49

Asics

5.0

(1)

"I swear by my waterproof runners (Asics gore Tex but there are other brands)."

#50

Trailheads

5.0

(1)

"I like carrying hand warmers which I eventually pocket, and use the Trailheads convertible gloves."

#51

Compression Wear

5.0

(1)

"Compression wear, trail running shoes, a buff headband and you are set."

#52

Energy Bra

5.0

(1)

"I like energy bras and either the WT shorts, F&F shorts or the Hotty Hot shorts."

#53

Baleaf

5.0

(1)

"Second Baleaf and Belaga."

#54

Showerpass

5.0

(1)

"Showerpass transit pants have been fucking amazing for the rain."

#55

Target

5.0

(1)

"Get thee some tech shirts. Don't have to be the expensive brands."

#56

Gore-Tex

5.0

(1)

"Buy a really nice pair or 2 of cross country skiing leggings. If they work outside skiing, they’ll work outside running."

#57

Ultraspire

4.0

(1)

"Ultraspire running light. Many options to choose from."

#58

Running Warehouse

4.0

(1)

"A Running Warehouse gift card. The website has such a large and wide variety and selection of stuff."

#59

Stryd

4.0

(1)

"If he likes tech, get him a Stryd footpod."

#60

BodyGlide

4.0

(1)

"Some running related gifts I’ve really appreciated in the past few years, especially as mileage increased, were BodyGlide."

#61

ASICS

4.0

(1)

"I prefer ASICS, you can probably find a decent pair on sale."

#62

Goretex

4.0

(1)

"Just wear your regular running shoes and dry them when you’re done"

#63

Sierra Trading Post

4.0

(1)

"I would try Sierra Trading Post for gear- it’s like a Marshall’s for outdoor gear."

#64

Run With It

4.0

(1)

"For summer, the Run With It shorts are great."

#65

Decathlon

4.0

(1)

"I’d say get a thermo leggings and a long sleeve."

#66

Bao Bei Body

3.0

(1)

"I just ordered a Pro Bump pregnancy belly support band from Bao Bei Body on the advice of my pelvic floor physio."

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