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 [...]
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 [...]
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 perfect [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Retail Therapy: The Body Bottle »
Are you looking for a comfortable way to carry your water? Then take a look at the latest in hydration called The Body Bottle. The bottle is carried on your arm as opposed to your waist or back. The Body Bottle claims to be more comfortable than other systems and less cumbersome than combat-style water [...]
Product Review:Adidas Adizero PR »
I bought a pair of the Adidas Adizero PR’s as I am converting to a minimalist shoe, and let me first say that this is the first racing flat I have ever worn, even trying one on in the store. If you have never worn a racing shoe, imagine wearing a pair of ballet slippers, [...]
Digging Deep »
Professional athletes have an ability to dig deep and hold pace that leaves me slack jawed. This video shows Maryam Yusuf Jamal hanging on by a very short margin as Yelena Soboleva gains on her at the Osaka IAAF World Championships. I can only imagine the pain and determination required to keep from getting passed [...]
Running Skirt Blowout, Part Deux »
(Read part one of our running skirt blowout.) [ad#inPost-Big] To review: I wore each skirt for a minimum of two runs of at least three miles each. My runs are also always on trails though that does not factor much into this review. I analyzed the length of the skirt, coverage, type of undergarment, weight, [...]
Running Skirt Blowout-Part One »
One of the latest fads in running fashion is the running skirt. This is evidenced by several Complete Running articles on (running skirts, and more running skirts—not that we’re obsessed or anything, we can stop anytime—and this is only part one!) the numerous apparel companies who have sprung up as specialty retailers, and the now [...]
A Love Affair »
I love running shoes. There’s something great about the life-cycle of a good pair of shoes. It starts with the hydrocarbon smell and the crinkle of paper in a new shoe box. It ends with memories of miles and races, and a new pair of sneakers for bumming around and mowing the yard. Between, there’s [...]
Checklist for Solving Polar Heart Rate Monitor Transmission Problems »
I use the Polar 625x Running Computer – a fantastic product. But I recently became frustrated with the heart rate monitor transmitter (the chest strap) increasingly not sending its signal to the monitor (the watch). Here are the steps you should take to fix any transmission problems you might be having: Replace the transmitter battery [...]
Run Green »
Going “Green” is very popular these days. Most of your favorite daytime talkshow hosts have probably done shows about how you can go green. All over the internet you can find lists of the “top 10 ways to green your house” or “how to open an eco-friendly business”. But what if you are environmently concerned [...]
Retail Therapy: For the A’s Only »
Article Summary: Overview of the Title Nine Not-A-Bomber Crossover Bra. Made with microfiber and Lycra. Even if you are a bit on the smaller side you don’t have to settle for a compression bra. This no-smush bra has the cross-over styling that supports and separates. It’s constructed with a blend of microfiber and Lycra, so [...]
Retail Therapy: Speed Laces »
Friction is the name of the game. Where regular laces are unable to expand and contract, Speed Laces move the lacing to the surface of the shoe and eliminates friction. The best part is the lacing automatically adjusts to changing pressures of the feet during a run and lace tension is always equal throughout the [...]
Retail Therapy: Nathan Elite 1 Hydration Pack »
I hate to admit it, but I frequently ditch the fuel belt because I look like a combat soldier. Bad Susan. But on occasion we have to choose function over fashion, especially when it comes to hydrating—the life source of liquid that propels us through the day. Stupid water. We can’t win them all, but [...]
My Skirt Is Faster Than Yours »
(It might seem like completerunning has been writing a lot about running skirts lately. Well, we did write about them here, and here, and well, you might say one of CRN’s founders (I won’t say who) possibly has some sort of obsession with them, or maybe just really likes them. But after this in-depth review, [...]
Retail Therapy: Injinji Performance Sock »
Have trouble with toe blisters? The Injinji socks could be the answer. Injinji has enhanced the toe sock to help the feet work by allowing each toe to move independently, similar to gloves on our hands. It takes a few runs to get used to having fabric around your toes, but after a while, your [...]
Retail Therapy: Runway Meets Running »
Most men probably have no clue who Stella McCartney is, or they think she’s Paul McCartney’s ex-wife with the prosthetic leg and questionable past. Women in the know are more likely to be aware that Stella McCartney was the head designer for Chloé for years before launching her own brand of high-fashion, celebrity-hyped clothing. It [...]
Get Your Skirt On »
(Yes it’s that time again. Time to revisit running skirts.) A few short years ago they were obscure. Reserved for “those” women. Do real runners even wear them? Running skirts. Are they practical? What’s the point? Some women will say they are comfortable. Some wear them to look cute (what’s wrong with wanting to look [...]
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