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 seems [...]

Retail Therapy: Sports Bra for the Well-endowed

Time to rest easy and get moving. Finally, a compression bra that supports in all the right places. The soft fabric allows for breathability and only a small degree of stretching which drastically reduces the dreaded bounce.
Wide rib band, hook-and-eye front closure. Provides medium-to high-impact support for C-through DDD-cups.

The ENELL Sports Bra was the [...]

Retail Therapy: Performance Bondi Bands

Last month I had the pleasure of working on a project with fellow RBF member Runningmomma Michelle. She shared with me that she was distributing these very cool Bondi Performance Headbands. Hmmm, a product I hadn’t heard of? This, of course, peaked the fashion maven’s curiosity.

I ordered several, I tried them and it’s all [...]

New Designs In Our Running Store

Have you been to our Complete Running Store lately? We’ve added some great new designs including some nice stuff for kids and proud parents!
Click on the graphics below to see what’s new!

Retail Therapy: Scented Running Bra

The Reebok Scented Seamless Short Bra Top emits a peppermint scent as your body temperature rises. Now it’s possible to have freshly scented breasts and run at the same time. Just what you’ve always wanted, I’m sure. Wear it alone or layer, this bra features knitted seamless bra cups, a secure racer back, and moisture [...]

Retail Therapy: Pocket Tote Workout Bag, by Hat Attack

Why should your gym bag be boring? Take a look at this one available at Lucy, it has plenty of room for your running shoes, water bottles, a change of clothes and any other essential marathon gear. It’s also great for those spontaneous weekend getaways. And with spring on the way, this pattern will blend [...]

Trail Racing Shoe: Teva X-1

Let me get this out of the way right up front: The Teva X-1 is the best trail running shoe I’ve ever worn, and may well be the best running shoe of any kind I’ve worn. That’s not to say that it’s the perfect shoe for everyone, but it’s definitely worth your time to check [...]

Retail Therapy: Valentine Gift Guide Ideas

Occasionally you do things other than run, right? Okay maybe not, but I’m sure that special someone, runner or not, would love this Murano Heart Bracelet, because truly, it’s to die for. Thankfully the Italians can do more than fuel us with pre-race pasta.
Available at Red Envelope. Set of 3, $58.00.
But if the perfect running [...]

Retail Therapy: Blister Beater Socks

I don’t know about you, but nothing irks me more than having to pay $8 - $16 for a good pair of running socks. They’re socks! There’s not that much fabric to them. I have the same issue with underwear, but we won’t go there.
I don’t have the answers to sock technology but according to [...]

Retail Therapy: Brooks Vapor-Dry 2 Hoodie

I don’t know about you, but it seems like winter is never going to end. Heading to your local running store for a little for something new might be just the pick-me-up you need to help you hit the road on a cold day. I sure did and found a very versatile and functional jacket: [...]

Dress for Winter Running Success

We’re pleased today to bring you an article from guest writer Joe Ely from Run With Perserverance. Thank you Joe!
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I hate being uncomfortable. I am a cheapskate. I love to run year round. I live in Indiana. I am an engineer.
Put these five facts together and, over the years, I’ve developed a system that [...]

eBay for Running Shoes?

Many people do not think of eBay when they are shopping for running shoes. I have found that eBay is an excellent service for finding and buying the shoes that I already know so well that I have practically named them and have told others that they are the best shoe in the world! You [...]

The 25 Best Running Product Innovations

Running has come along way since 1000 B.C. Many running products that we use everyday have become quite commonplace and even taken for granted. This post is a “dedication” to the great running products that were invented and produced to make our sport that much more enjoyable. Please, in the comments, add to my list [...]