Equipment

For purely practical reasons, quality running shoes and gear is a must to prevent injury and for comfort. Of course, it’s nice to look good, too, but, in the end, reliable equipment that performs is priority #1.

With this in mind, all the items I recommend are products that I have researched, purchased with personal money, and use on a regular basis. Researching comes down to comparing products side-by-side and reading reviews from various sources. It does take a bit of time, but since I use shoes, etc., for a season or more, I want to know I am getting the most for my money.

Granted, there are times when I look with envy at higher-priced ticket items on the market, however, with enough searching, it’s possible to find comparable products that cost less. Truly, for most humans, a Honda will get you to the grocery store as easily as a Porsche.

Of course, it’s important to stress that these views are only intended to guide decision-making since what works for me might not work for you.

With that in mind, here’s some helpful stuff for training and racing.