Retail Therapy: Sugoi Hatha Capri Pant

I know not everyone out there lives in Texas and it’s not 80 degrees and sunny everyday yet. So, I know what you’re thinking. You wish you had some really great running capris. Well, I’ve got the answer. Sugoi’s Hatha capri pant is perfect for early spring weather.

Retail Therapy: Sugoi Zinc Short

Can you feel spring in the air? I can and it makes me want to pull out my shorts hit the road.

Retail Therapy: Illumination Required

You know what? Retail therapy is a little difficult if you’re in a hospital bed with broken legs because a car ran you over while you were playing Ninja runner the other morning. That’s why

Retail Therapy: Men’s Bamboo Tee

Admit it: You’re a sucker for a multi-faceted product. I saw this tee and I was immediately intrigued with the fabric. It’s made of bamboo?!

Retail Therapy: Spring Fever

Spring fever.
I think we’ve all got it, especially those of you up north who have been buried up to your eyeballs in snow. I can’t make the snow go away, but

Retail Therapy: Men’s Response Long Sleeve Crewneck

Spring is on the way, and it’s the perfect time for long-sleeve tees while running—the weather is cool but not too cool.
This relaxed-fit shirt from Adidas keeps sweat away and keeps your muscles warm and dry.

Men in Tights: Tips

Women tend to have their body image issues during the warm weather months, but some of us guys have ours during the winter. We stave off facing them as long as possible by wearing our singlets and shorts even when the

Retail Therapy: Stock Up on Winter Running Gear

‘Tis the season of clearance and sales for running apparel. If you live in a cold-weathered area, now is the time to stock up on winter gear.

Product Review: AirDrive Headphones

AirDrives - Product Review
I’m a geek. I’m also a geek that loves music. So, when it comes to working out, I’m just nuts about the technology that allows me to take hours worth of my music out on the road or trail with me. The one ongoing drawback of this technology, though, […]

Secret Santa

TO: Santa Claus
LOCATION: North Pole
Dear Santa,
I know you are awfully busy this month, but I’m hoping you will have an extra minute to read this letter.
As you know, I have a blog where I write about running, and sometimes give advice to runners preparing for races. Since you have a big event […]

Retail Therapy: Holiday Gift Blowout, Part Two!

(Read Part One here.)
All prices in US$.
SeatShield: Is your favorite runner a big sweater? Then you need a SeatShield for your car. Made with a cloth microfiber for extra softness and durability. Completely waterproof and sweat proof. Especially great for leather car seats. $29.00
 
 

Running Skirts: Running skirts are all the rage and Running Skirts are […]

Retail Therapy: Holiday Gift Blowout, Part One!

Let’s get one thing straight; Runner Susan celebrates all holidays that involve the giving of gifts to Susan. All kidding aside (and I actually wasn’t kidding) I’ve put together a fantastic list of gifts anyone can give me. Or even give to the runner in your life! From $1.99 to $1,999.00, there is something […]

Retail Therapy: Floral Toque

The best thing about winter is being able to wear cute hats and not look like a dork. Trap all that heat escaping from your head and look adorable at the same time. It’s the best of both worlds. This floral beanie will keep you warm as it wicks away the dampness.

Available at Title 9 […]

Retail Therapy: Brooks NightLife Podium 1/2 Zip

I’m a huge nighttime, or actually, early morning runner, so I’m always on the lookout for pieces to draw attention to my running self. And this bright yellow Podium Half Zip caught my eye.

Perfect for those chilly mornings and it is made from and breathable fabric, textured with a waffle mesh on the inside to […]

Product Review: iPod Smart Case from WaterField Designs

(Occasionally, manufacturers send CRN authors products to sample. Here’s a review of one such product, sent for review.)
At first sight, the iPod Smart Case with clip from San Francisco-based WaterField Designs is satisfying to my organized mind. It is discreet and sleek. The iPod slides smoothly into the case and stays put, gripped securely between […]

Retail Therapy: Balega Socks

(Ed.’s Note: Runner Susan is off to the Big Apple to run the N.Y.C. marathon on Sunday. Let’s make sure she gets a lot of comment love to carry her on her journey!)
I have a new favorite sock. The Balega sock. Balega brand is relatively new to the US, An American-South African initiative, the socks […]

Custom Running Shirts from Running Banana

Please pardon the advertising but I just received my first shirt from Running Banana in the mail and I’m excited about sharing. In case you are not aware, Running Banana makes wicking running shirts that you can customize with graphics (you can use one of the graphics on their site, or upload one of your […]

Do We Really Need the Fully-Loaded Option?

Raise your hand if you spend more on your running gear than you do on food and basic survival needs. They say that running is one of the least expensive sports to do, as it requires the least amount of equipment. The bare-footed, Hanes t-shirt clad minimalists out there are nodding their heads, while the […]

Retail Therapy: Thermal Visibility Pant

Like running tights but don’t like them too tight? They try the semi-fitted Thermal Visibility Pant by Brooks, it has a flared leg and no side pockets for smooth and flattering fit. Zippered back pocket is perfect of identification and cell phone. Made of Wanganui Thermal Knit (89% moisture-transfer polyester/11% spandex*) and rapidly moves moisture […]

Retail Therapy: Brooks Motion Jacket

It’s that time of year again, time to stock your fall running wardrobe! And this jacket caught my eye, the sleek and simple Motion Jacket by Brooks. It comes complete with a built-in pocket for your MP3 player, and high performance, moisture-moving fabric making it perfect for the upcoming autumn weather. It is semi-fitted, wind-resistant […]

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