So, what do YOU want for Christmas? Pretty much everything on my list this year is running related. (Although if Santa dropped off a new Mac under the tree, I’d be pretty stoked about that. Right now I’m seeing that spinning ball of color WAY too often.) Anyways for this week’s Tuesdays on the Run *Holiday Edition* with Patty and April, I’m going to share some of the things I love that might give you some ideas for the runner in your life. I’m looking forward to perusing all the other lists to add to my wish list. (Shh, don’t tell Beer Geek!) (Many of the following links are affiliate links, which means I get a little money to buy more running stuff if you buy through them.)
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Stocking Stuffers (AKA gifts less than $15)
1. Nuun – I pretty much live on this stuff. I drink it on every run and I often drink it when I’m not running. I have it with me at the gym, when I’m running, even when I go to work at the library (Hey, it’s dry there. Girl’s gotta stay hydrated!) My favorite flavor is the Tri-berry, but I usually have at least 3 or 4 flavors around the house and in my purse. Yes, I take it with me everywhere.
2. Feetures socks – I’ve totally fallen in love with their Elite ultra light series. I have found that I really prefer a lightweight sock when I am wearing my Altras and these totally fit the bill! They recently sent me some of their knee hi compression socks to try too and I can’t wait to see how those feel.
For the Budget Conscious ($15-40)
3. PRO Compression Socks (Review) – Right now, these are my go to compression socks. I love that they are thinner in the foot than many socks, but they give me a nice amount of compression through my calves. I think I have these in nearly every color they make. Bonus: they often have a discount code you can use! (CYBER will get you 40% off until November 30, 2014)
4. Arm Warmers – I have to say that these are the most amazing invention ever. I use arm warmers all the time for races. I’ve found that I can roll them down or pull them off and tie them to my water bottle or stick them in a skirt pocket. There are a ton of brands out there, but well, I’m cheap and I love these Nike ones (yes, I realize that they are called basketball sleeves. ) (Besides, I wear so many patterns, that I need something plain so I don’t class LOL). I also have these Sugoi ones and they are warmer, but also more expensive. And if I need that much warmth, I’m likely to wear long sleeves.
Got a bit more coin? Here you go…($40-$200)
5. Running Jacket – It’s nearly winter. Unless you live in Florida or Texas or someplace like that, you or the runner you are buying for will likely find a jacket useful. I have two that I love (yes, I do have more than 2, I know, it’s a problem). I find that my Brooks Nightlife Essential Jacket is the most versatile jacket I own (review here), but sometimes I want something a bit warmer. That’s when I turn to my Sugoi Firewall 260 Jacket (review here). I’ve had this jacket for several years now and I wash it regularly and it still looks like new. Even better, I have yet to find weather that it’s not warm enough for. (OK, let me rephrase that – if this jacket + layers isn’t warm enough, I’m not going to be running outside!)
7. Shoes – I believe that there is no such thing as too many shoes. Don’t believe me? This is my shoe collection…
Now, I’m an Altra Girl primarily (they are the only shoe I can happily go over 5 miles in), but I dabble in other shoes. I also spend most of my non-workout time in lower drop lightweight shoes. So, yeah, buy your guy or gal (or yourself) a lovely new pair of shoe in their preferred size and brand.
Want to knock your runner’s socks off?
9. Garmin GPS watch – I tried hard to become a non-Garmin girl. I used the Bia for a couple of months. I looked at other watches in the store. I contemplated some other brands. But I couldn’t do it. I went back to the brand I loved in an upgraded model. (Yes, there are cheaper versions of the Garmin, but I’ve never used them.) I bought the Garmin 220. It’s a reasonably sized watch (even on my small wrists), the numbers are big enough for me to see easily, and I find it really easy to customize. Bonus is that it’s quite accurate. I love mine so much I convinced my dad to buy himself one. See daughterly love at its best!
10. Treadmill – OK, maybe that’s what I really want for Christmas. (Yeah, a new treadmill and a MacBook Pro. Sure, that’s going to happen. Not.) Having a treadmill in my house has been one of the best decisions we ever made. One or both of us (and sometimes a kid) hits that thing on a daily basis. Yes, I prefer to run outside and Beer Geek always prefers his bike, but weather and kid schedules sometimes make that option impossible. My current treadmill is a Vision Fitness and I’ve been pleased with it, but I totally have my eye on a Sole. They get really good reviews and we need a machine that can stand up to a lot of miles!
Tell me, what do you want for Christmas?
(And if you need more suggestions, check out the link up over at Run to the Finish.)
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Oh, I would love a new Mac under the tree too! I love the socks and arm warmers too! Oh, and I WOULD LOVE a new Garmin! I think I need a new Santa. Ha ha.
I really want the Garmin watch…but I think it is a little out of my price range!
I love your price ranges! I wanted to put that Boston Treadmill on my list, but I couldn’t find a link for it. 😉
Love Nuun! My favorite flavor is Tri-Berry too 🙂
True you can’t have too many shoes or jackets! Or can you? I like that Sugoi jacket. Nice list
I’m asking for a Garmin for my birthday. It’ll be the only gift I ask for from my parents, to make it easy on them 😉
I would love a registration for the Pittsburgh marathon!
Great list of gift ideas! Question about the Garmin vs Bia if you don’t mind me asking. What made you choose the Garmin? Did you find the Bia to be inaccurate? I am looking into purchasing myself a GPS watch for Christmas 😉
Lot’s of great options for every budget! I won a pair of Feetures socks on a blog giveaway and I absolutely love them. I also really like those Sugoi arm warmers! I have a couple of pairs of them and they are great for cool starts to an outdoor bike ride.
I am so happy to have a treadmill this year for the winter. A great purchase a made earlier this year. Agreed! You can not have too many sneakers. I recently just bought a pair of altras and have liked them so far.
I love the variety of price ranges! I have to try out those feetures socks since I keep hearing about them.
I would LOVE that Apera bag….they are so pricey but look amazing! These are all great ideas. I can always use more running clothes. I know people swear by Nuun but what is it? Flavored water??
A treadmill like that would be a dream come true!
I’m an Altra runner too, and I might just be able to match you in my shoe collection! I’m really interested in trying an Apera bag too. My current gym bag situation is not good! Great list!
i hate treadmills but would use one if it was in my house! especially with the winter they are predicting we’ll have! great list 🙂
I’m an arm warmer fanatic. You can’t have too many! However the sizes are all over the place between makers. I have so many cute ones that I can’t wear. We need to have a clothing swap among bloggers.
Hi there! I’m not a runner, so I don’t think any of those items are on my Christmas list. But hey, I’ll take a new Mac computer too. 🙂 Have a wonderful night!
I would LOVE a treadmill, but I know that will NEVER happen. All great ideas! And holy cow…your SHOE collection? That is impressive 🙂
Great list! I probably think that because I think I already have everything on it (except the Mac and treadmill). Of course, (hubby if you’re reading) I can always use more!
great list! I may look into the arm warmers and maybe the compression socks for my daughter.
I keep seeing these Apera Bags all over! They look like a perfect bag for carrying around all of my runner’s necessities. Thanks for the great link-up!
Great list!! I love all those items… and have been coveting a few to add to my list too 😉
So many good things on this list!! I’d like an elliptical 🙂
Love that you included things in all price ranges! Thanks for sharing 🙂 #wowlinkup
I just hopped by from #wowlinkup Workout Wednesday to check out your awesome fitness gift ideas. I too love the treadmill! I can only hope! I followed you to stay in touch. Pinning and sharing this too! Happy Holidays
I am really hoping for a new garmin this year. And features socks are my favorite 🙂 #wowlinkup
I want some running clothes and a runners watch. A real one. Not one where I have to use an app on my phone. I think that is what I really want for Christmas. 🙂
What a great list! I think I’ll just send it off to santa 😉 I just discovered Feetures socks last month when I bought my new shoes. A great upgrade for sure 🙂 Thanks for the great ideas! #wowlinkup