1Houston Tempo Knit in Crew, $17, Brooks Running
The easiest way to rep your hometown during the race this year? Through these ultra-comfortable crew socks, of course, made in honor of the 2021 Houston Marathon. brooksrunning.com
2Houston Tempo Knit in Crew, $17, Brooks Running
The easiest way to rep your hometown during the race this year? Through these ultra-comfortable crew socks, of course, made in honor of the 2021 Houston Marathon. brooksrunning.com
3Pineapple Painkillers, $25, Goodr
Bring the party to race day with non-slip shades that scream “if you like pina coladas…” goodr.com
4Pineapple Painkillers, $25, Goodr
Bring the party to race day with non-slip shades that scream “if you like pina coladas…” goodr.com
5Sun Gaiter, $22, Oiselle
This gaiter is a win-win: You can show your LGBTQ pride and use it to mask up on any busy running trails. oiselle.com
6Sun Gaiter, $22, Oiselle
This gaiter is a win-win: You can show your LGBTQ pride and use it to mask up on any busy running trails. oiselle.com
7Clutch Badge Golf Hat, $29.99, Running Game Clothing
Just because it’s a golf hat doesn’t mean you can’t lay down some extremely clutch mileage in it. runninggameclothing.com
8Clutch Badge Golf Hat, $29.99, Running Game Clothing
Just because it’s a golf hat doesn’t mean you can’t lay down some extremely clutch mileage in it. runninggameclothing.com
9Amphipod Full Viz Slapband, $15, Fleet Feet, West University
Throw it back to elementary school with this LED slap bracelet that’s perfect for runners who work out before dawn or at dusk—they will definitely see you coming. fleetfeet.com
10Amphipod Full Viz Slapband, $15, Fleet Feet, West University
Throw it back to elementary school with this LED slap bracelet that’s perfect for runners who work out before dawn or at dusk—they will definitely see you coming. fleetfeet.com
11Forerunner 245 Music, $299.99, Garmin
Leave the phone at home—this watch stores up to 500 songs (and syncs to Spotify podcasts), while keeping tabs on pace and distance effectively via GPS. garmin.com
12Forerunner 245 Music, $299.99, Garmin
Leave the phone at home—this watch stores up to 500 songs (and syncs to Spotify podcasts), while keeping tabs on pace and distance effectively via GPS. garmin.com
13Powerbeats Pro, $249.95, Beats by Dre
With no wires to annoy you, these lightweight cordless earbuds will keep you rocking, but also allow for some traffic noise to filter in, so you can stay aware of your surroundings. beatsbydre.com
14Powerbeats Pro, $249.95, Beats by Dre
With no wires to annoy you, these lightweight cordless earbuds will keep you rocking, but also allow for some traffic noise to filter in, so you can stay aware of your surroundings. beatsbydre.com
15Nathan VaporHowe 12 L 2.0 Race Vest, $149.99, RunOn! by Jack Rabbit, River Oaks
Soft, lightweight, and available in a range of sizes, this hydration vest has an insulated “bladder” that’s super easy to drink from, and it offers lots of storage for your flasks, gels, phone, and other items. jackrabbit.com
16Nathan VaporHowe 12 L 2.0 Race Vest, $149.99, RunOn! by Jack Rabbit, River Oaks
Soft, lightweight, and available in a range of sizes, this hydration vest has an insulated “bladder” that’s super easy to drink from, and it offers lots of storage for your flasks, gels, phone, and other items. jackrabbit.com
17CEP Compression Sleeves, $50, Fleet Feet, West University
Cramps? Swelling? Cement blocks for legs? Not with these neon bad boys, fitting snug against your calves, aiding blood flow, and preventing muscle tightness. fleetfeet.com
18On Cloud X running shoe, $140, Whole Earth Provisions, Multiple Locations
This Swiss-engineered trainer offers stability and cushioning while remaining extremely lightweight. Hence, it’s like running on clouds. wholeearthprovision.com
19On Cloud X running shoe, $140, Whole Earth Provisions, Multiple Locations
This Swiss-engineered trainer offers stability and cushioning while remaining extremely lightweight. Hence, it’s like running on clouds. wholeearthprovision.com
20<i>Bravey: Chasing Dreams, Befriending Pain and Other Big Ideas</i> by Alexi Pappas, $27, Brazos Bookstore, West University
Pre-order Olympian (and 2019 Houston Marathon top 10 finisher) Alexi Pappas’s memoir-in-essays now for future inspiration on running, willpower, courage, and bravery. It might just get you to the next starting line. brazosbookstore.com
21<i>Bravey: Chasing Dreams, Befriending Pain and Other Big Ideas</i> by Alexi Pappas, $27, Brazos Bookstore, West University
Pre-order Olympian (and 2019 Houston Marathon top 10 finisher) Alexi Pappas’s memoir-in-essays now for future inspiration on running, willpower, courage, and bravery. It might just get you to the next starting line. brazosbookstore.com
22CEP Compression Sleeves, $50, Fleet Feet, West University
Cramps? Swelling? Cement blocks for legs? Not with these neon bad boys, fitting snug against your calves, aiding blood flow, and preventing muscle tightness. fleetfeet.com
The 49th annual Chevron Houston Marathon is upon us (as is the 20th annual Aramco Half Marathon). But as you’ve likely heard, the big race is virtual this year. Runners have until Sunday, January 17, to log their time. For those about to run, here are 11 items to get you psyched for race day. Of course, this gear will vastly improve any old training run, too.
Happy running, H-Town.
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