Best running gear on Reddit
174 reviews from r/running, r/trailrunning, r/lululemon and 16 more subreddits
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By Brand
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#1
Lululemon
4.7
(19)
"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."
"The Fast & Free windbreaker has good pocket options and is waterproof."
"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."
"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."
"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."
#2
Nike
4.3
(11)
"I love Nike, for loose fitting shorts and shirts."
"Nike Dri-Fit Socks are probably the best socks I've ever had."
"Kohls carries Nike and Fila running gear for less $ than the malls."
"Trail runners for trails (such as Trout or Burnaby, or Buntzen lake)."
"Nike or Champion bras are good and the basic ones are... no frills."
"Nike pro leggings for colder days."
"Clothes in general -> Nike."
"Nike is my other favourite."
"Nike and Lululemon are my go-tos for running"
"Nike even has maternity clothes now!"
#3
Outdoor Research
4.5
(8)
"Lightest and favorite shirt ever."
"They are SPF50+ rated IIRC. We wear those with a short sleeve top."
"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."
"I have had good luck with hot and dry using sun hoodies. Outdoor Research Echo and Patagonia Capilene Cool are both fairly light weight."
"Outdoor Research makes some decent sun shirts."
#4
Garmin
4.4
(8)
"Never run in anything else since putting on a pair"
"It's fantastic."
"A great watch that does almost everything."
"I love it."
"Garmin 310xt... was a complete game changer."
"I quite enjoy my Garmin Forerunner 15."
"Garmin watch and spi belt."
"I **hate** running with my phone"
#5
Patagonia
4.6
(7)
"The best sun shirt I've tried, and is probably my most worn/favorite piece of outdoor clothing."
"I splurged for these for when it’s below 30."
"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."
"It also depends how hot we are talking about. Higher than 30 degrees Celsius the hoodie becomes a sauna."
"I've also had good results with Patagonia and LL Bean."
#6
Under Armour
4.3
(6)
"Have worked great for years. I still wear one pair I bought over 6 years ago."
"My running staples... UnderArmour 7" compression shorts."
"Under armour running shorts or Nike loose fitting running shorts."
"I love Under Armour tank tops and Lululemon shorts."
"Under Armor makes durable and warm base layers."
"My favorite running shorts are Under Armour (not running specific shorts, probably soccer)."
#7
Athleta
4.2
(6)
"The Rainier are divine, have in full-length and some 3/4 on clearance."
"A lot of their nice cold weather running stuff is on sale right now."
"The best thing I ever did for winter running was get a prescription for a calcium channel blocker."
"The momentum long sleeves are good for anything below 50 degrees."
"Athleta fitted shorts. I loved the Be Free shorts."
"I haven’t tried the new interval tight yet which is supposedly for running."
#8
Oiselle
4.0
(6)
"Check out Oiselle, they're a women's running clothes brand based in Seattle."
"Oiselle for shorts."
"For leggings and shorts, oiselle. Worth the price."
"Oiselle pocket joggers for compression shorts"
"Their “go the distance” for loose shorts"
"Oiselle. Loose shorts."
#9
Brooks
4.2
(5)
"Running socks. Very moisture whicking."
"For leggings / pants, I like the gear from Brooks. Pricey but good quality."
"For leggings / pants, I like the gear from Brooks."
"I love Brooks run bras, they're the only kind I wear anymore!"
"I really like a few brooks bras that I have."
#10
Smartwool
5.0
(4)
"Any merino long sleeve hoodie. I wear the smartwool ones."
"For socks I wear these Smartwool Performance Run Cold Weather Mid."
"I personally love Smartwool. I just need a merino wool base layer."
"Thin gloves, Smartwool running socks, Visibility gear: reflective vest."
#11
Columbia
4.3
(4)
"Been my favorite shirt for years now. Nice and loose for breathability."
"The Columbia jacket performed very well."
"The rogue runner jacket is great."
"I like Columbia Omni-Heat."
#12
Balega
5.0
(3)
"Recently got the Balega running socks and they are super comfortable."
"Ballego socks"
"My Balega socks"
#13
Target
5.0
(3)
"Get thee some tech shirts. Don't have to be the expensive brands."
"Target's C9 line and Old Navy for layering needs."
"Target's C9 brand is awesome."
#14
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."
#15
Saucony
5.0
(2)
"Saucony is the best for shoes (IMO)"
"Saucony is the best for shoes (IMO)"
#16
SheFit
5.0
(2)
"The SheFit bra is AMAZING."
"I use a SheFit bra (which is great)."
#17
TASC
5.0
(2)
"Good underwear (TASC or Nike Procombat)"
"Tasc shirts"
#18
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"
#19
Craft
5.0
(2)
"Craft recently started making really comfortable and fashionable running gear!"
"Wind proof underwear (I think the brand I use is Craft)"
#20
Arc'teryx
5.0
(2)
"On the coldest winter days I use Arc'Teryx Venta Mittens with a cotton glove liner under them."
"I love the Norvan SL for running."
#21
Baleaf
4.5
(2)
"Second Baleaf and Belaga."
"Baleaf on Amazon also gets rave reviews if you like compression style shorts."
#22
Decathlon
4.5
(2)
"I do normally 13k each time and i'm very happy with this jacket."
"I’d say get a thermo leggings and a long sleeve."
#23
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."
#24
Ani-Smog
5.0
(1)
"I wear the ani-smog mask, (the one with removable filters)."
#25
Fleece Gloves
5.0
(1)
"I just jam a hand warmer in a fleece glove prior to running and am good to go."
#26
Merino Wool
5.0
(1)
"For socks I use merino wool socks."
#27
Hex Screws
5.0
(1)
"Hex Screws in the bottom of my shoes are crucial for me when running in the winter."
#28
Asics
5.0
(1)
"I swear by my waterproof runners (Asics gore Tex but there are other brands)."
#29
Noxgear
5.0
(1)
"I use this LED product for cycling."
#30
Showerpass
5.0
(1)
"Showerpass transit pants have been fucking amazing for the rain."
#31
Goodrs
5.0
(1)
"For running sunglasses I LOVEEEEE goodrs."
#32
Scosche
5.0
(1)
"Totally beats the chest strap that comes with the last few generations of Garmin watches."
#33
Panache
5.0
(1)
"I run about 9-15 miles a week and use their high impact underwire sports bra."
#34
Yurbuds
5.0
(1)
"Yurbuds headphones"
#35
Plantronics
5.0
(1)
"I've tried a lot of Bluetooth headphones and these are very comfortable and require no adjustments while running."
#36
Fenix
5.0
(1)
"Have changed my life."
#37
Flip Belt
5.0
(1)
"Flip Belt. Bought it for running, but I use it all the time for other things too."
#38
SportShield
5.0
(1)
"No sore nipples, legs, shoulders where straps go over/under etc."
#39
Icebreaker
5.0
(1)
"Icebreaker has been great."
#40
TCA
5.0
(1)
"I love TCA on amazon, affordable yet lovely feeling t-shirts and running tops."
#41
Moving Comfort
5.0
(1)
"I wear a Moving Comfort sports bra (32DD), it's pretty heavy duty."
#42
EZRUN
5.0
(1)
"Get running shorts with a liner if you are a guy."
#43
Hoka
5.0
(1)
"Hokas are now my go to."
#44
Puma
5.0
(1)
"A shoe with excellent traction like the Puma Nitro series."
#45
Andes
5.0
(1)
"I personally like my arms of Andes lightweight alpaca wool long sleeve top."
#46
Lightweight Windshield
5.0
(1)
"A Lightweight windshield jacket"
#47
Himali
5.0
(1)
"They’re also 50% off right now!"
#48
Hill People Gear
5.0
(1)
"I personally find wearing a Hill People Gear chest pack dramatically more comfortable when running than anything around the waist."
#49
Wireless Earbuds
5.0
(1)
"In general, I recommend wireless earbuds."
#50
PATH Projects
5.0
(1)
"Took the long sleeve out last week for 8 hours on a 95 degree day, felt nice."
#51
Goodr
5.0
(1)
"For running sunglasses I LOVEEEEE goodrs."
#52
Salomon
5.0
(1)
"I've been running outside all winter with Salomon's Speedcross 3's and they've been great on snow and ice."
#53
Trailheads
5.0
(1)
"These mittens are the warmest I've owned, and when running, my hands sometimes have even gotten HOT."
#54
Pearl Izumi
5.0
(1)
"They are so warm that I only wear them if it is 35F or below."
#55
Hothands
5.0
(1)
"Hand warmers are a lifesaver."
#56
Nathan
5.0
(1)
"The Nathan Front Runner shorts have a liner underneath with pockets to stash a cell phone/gels etc."
#57
Mountain Hardwear
5.0
(1)
"It's lightweight and roomy, with a UPF 50 rating."
#58
Xcersion
5.0
(1)
"The Xcersion brand from Jcpenney is excellent. A lot of compression capris would sort of roll down while running, and these stay put."
#59
New Balance
5.0
(1)
"I recently got the New Balance Accelerate shirts on their outlet site, and I love them."
#60
Ultimate Direction
5.0
(1)
"The other piece of equipment I have that I really like is my Ultimate Direction AK vest."
#61
Gym Shark
5.0
(1)
"My favorite is Gym Shark."
#62
Outdoor Voices
5.0
(1)
"I love everything I have from Outdoor Voices!"
#63
ASICS
4.0
(1)
"I prefer ASICS, you can probably find a decent pair on sale."
#64
Goretex
4.0
(1)
"Just wear your regular running shoes and dry them when you’re done"
#65
Sierra Trading Post
4.0
(1)
"I would try Sierra Trading Post for gear- it’s like a Marshall’s for outdoor gear."
#66
Run With It
4.0
(1)
"For summer, the Run With It shorts are great."
#67
Merrell
4.0
(1)
"I usually either run in Vibram V-Runs or in Merrell Vapour Gloves."
#68
Vibram
4.0
(1)
"I usually either run in Vibram V-Runs or in Merrell Vapour Gloves."
#69
iPod
4.0
(1)
"IPod shuffle, $45 at Wal-Mart"
#71
Dress My Run
4.0
(1)
"I don't have a specific brand that I use religiously, but whatever I buy needs to be moisture-wicking."
#72
REI
4.0
(1)
"I'd recommend shopping at REI. All the brands they carry are going to be high quality."
#73
Arrowhead Tactical
4.0
(1)
"Arrowhead Tactical makes good workout gear with belts lined into the clothing for good retention."
#74
CamelBak
4.0
(1)
"As for a water bottle I have a CamelBak."
#75
DryGuy
4.0
(1)
"One recommendation is a shoe dryer."
#76
Distance Runwear
4.0
(1)
"Go to Distance Runwear if you want quality barefoot shoes."
#77
Aquafor
4.0
(1)
"Start with warm hands, coat with aquafore or Vaseline."
#78
Senita
4.0
(1)
"For sports bras, senita (phone pockets) and lanston sport."
#79
Rabbit
4.0
(1)
"Rabbit for shorts and shirts"
#80
Road Runner Sports
4.0
(1)
"Go for running specific hats that are quick dry material."
#81
Sole Sports
4.0
(1)
"Scheels is a great store with a huge selection of hats."
#82
Road Runner
4.0
(1)
"I am a fan of road runner, and really likes the insoles that they basically melt to the shape of your feet."
#83
Born Primitive
4.0
(1)
"Born primitive for bras"
#84
Runmitts
4.0
(1)
"I highly recommend runmitts: they sell them at REI, they are basically just a tube."
#85
Rokas
4.0
(1)
"People love their Rokas, so that’s worth a try too."
#86
YakTrax
3.0
(1)
"I have a pair of YakTrax Run that I use only when there is tons of ice out there."
#87
PE Nation
3.0
(1)
"PE Nation but only their bras (their leggings are too compressive for me)"
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