If there is a runner in your life, here are gift ideas no matter what your budget.
One of the advantages of running is its simplicity and affordability. Unlike, say, golf or skiing, we runners really don’t need a lot of expensive equipment, and there are no greens fees or lift tickets required. Frankly, the only item we really need is a good pair of running shoes. That doesn’t mean, however, that we don’t want lots of running-related stuff; after all, we’re just as materialistic as the next guy. So if there’ a runner in your life, here are some great gift ideas, no matter your budget:
If you’re pinching pennies, here are some gift ideas that won’t set you back too much:
Thermastat Liner/Gloves
These unisex lightweight gloves can be used either as alone or as a liner under thicker gloves for those really cold days. They’re only $10.99 and come in 4 colors.
If your runner lives in a warm climate and has no need for gloves, you can’t go wrong with this coffee mug, with a pretty running design for only $14.99.
And of course, no runner should be without a subscription to Runner’s World. A year costs just $21.
If you’re able to spare more than a little change, here are some ideas the runner on your list will love:
A runner can never have too many pairs of tights. And you can’t go wrong with these Dryline Intensity Trackster Tights. Loose-fitting for the timid, they feature moisture wicking fabric and zippered pockets. Available in black for $65.
Any old scale can tell you your weight, but body-fat is a more accurate measurement of your fitness. Now, with the Personal Body Fat Monitor, your favorite runner will know when it’s time to put away the Doritos and hit the track. This item stores data for 2 people and costs $89.99.
Gifts Over $100
If you’re willing to max out your credit cards for the runner you know and love, here are some great “The sky’s the limit” ideas.
Every runner who goes outdoors during the winter wants a Gore-Tex jacket. This model includes the new Gore-Tex XCR technology, which improves the fabric’s weatherproofing qualities even more. Available for $189.99.
If your runner still doesn’t want to go outside, there’s always a treadmill. The high-quality ones can be astronomically expensive, but one of the best values for the money. Costs around $2,000.
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