The Best New Gear for Summer 18 Fresh Picks for Your Next Run or Ride By Jenny Willden
Whether you run or ride your bike, count on this new, tested gear to help you power through the miles. While these items are available online, consider shopping local and supporting your neighborhood bike and running store whenever possible.
Smith Uproar Glasses These aren’t your typical running sunglasses. The Uproars feature street styling, grippy nose pads, and polarized, ChromaPop lenses you swap based on conditions. $143 smithoptics.com
Brooks Dare Run Bra Get that locked in feeling with a bra designed specifically for running. Uses encapsulation to reduce motion with molded cups that lift and separate your girls. Customize the fit with frontadjustable straps that never dig in. $75 brooksrunning.com 16«
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Outdoor Research Women’s Vantage 7/8 Leggings We love leggings that stash it all. The Vantage’s large pockets hold a smartphone, snacks, and even a shell. Plus, the stretchy knit fabric wicks sweat and dries fast on hot days. $89 outdoorresearch.com
Swiftwick Aspire Zero Socks No-show socks are our favorite (no tan lines), but we hate when they slide down into our shoes. The Aspire’s firm compression holds them in place and reduces foot fatigue to keep you running strong. $15 swiftwick.com
Hoka Arahi 4 Road Shoes Hoka’s inventive J-Frame™ stability technology cradles your foot to provide slight, stable overpronation correction, but is revitalized in its fourth iteration with a new lighter weight, more breathable upper. For men and women. $130 hokaoneone.com
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UA Hovr Machina Shoes Ditch smartphone trackers and accurately monitor your stride length, cadence, and distance with a built-in sensor that provides real-time tips. Plus, this fast, new shoe has a racing spike-inspired propulsion plate and stable cushioning for neutral runners. For men and women. $150 underarmour.com
Nathan QuickStart Plus Race Vest Stay hydrated without bouncy backpacks using this slim vest that holds a 1.5 L hydration bladder, smartphone, nutrition, and extra layers. $70 nathansports.com
Nathan VaporHowe Women’s Waistpak Minimalists rejoice: this super sleek waistbelt doesn’t bounce and includes a soft, 20-ounce water bottle. The front pocket fits your smartphone and a back zippered one holds nutrition essentials or a light jacket. $60 nathansports.com Zealios Race Relief Once the run’s done, rub this cooling formula with 12 natural herbal extracts and 4% menthol. Designed to relive pain, reduce swelling, and speed recovery using natural, healing ingredients. $18 teamzealios.com
