Spring is nearly here so it’s the perfect time to get back outside and start running again. We’ve got the best and most essential running accessories to make your runs and jogs far more satisfying than before.
It’s a tricky time of year to know how to dress when running. Do you wrap up warm or travel light and risk bad weather? Whichever temperature you pursue, we’ve got some great options here. That’s along with some useful accessories you may not have already considered.
Here’s our pick of essential running accessories for Spring.
Running Shoes: Nike Epic React ($150-$290)
You’re likely to already have a pair of running shoes from last year but do they need a refresh? Are they ageing and not quite as comfy for your feet as they once were? Spring is the perfect time to invest in a new pair. We’ve already extensively looked at the best running shoes available but if you just want to skip ahead and get the best pair out there then you need the Nike Epic React.
They’re quite the investment but they’ll last you a long time. Super lightweight and formed in a way that provides you with a snug but comfortable fit, they’re kind of like running on clouds. Seriously. Best of all, while the average road running shoe should last you about 500 miles, Nike promises these will pass 600 miles or more. That’s a lot of very pleasant bounciness for your feet.
Running T-Shirt: NIKE Men’s Dry Miler Running Top ($10-$90)
The right running t-shirt makes a big difference in your comfort levels. That’s why the NIKE Men’s Dry Miler Running Top is so useful. It keeps you dry and comfortable thanks to its Dri-FIT technology that pulls sweat away from your skin before quickly evaporating on the fabric’s surface. It makes a huge difference compared to if you wear a regular t-shirt.
Alongside that are mesh panels on the side and entire back so body heat can escape, so you cool down faster. Buy a couple so you always have one available.
Long Sleeve Running Shirt: Adidas Men’s Training Essentials Tech Long Sleeve Tee ($17-$66)
For those that prefer to have their arms covered (or that live in chillier climates), the Adidas Men’s Training Essentials Tech Long Sleeve Tee is the ideal alternative to the Nike Running Top. Again, it’s made from special fabric that wicks away sweat from your skin (this time around, it’s called Climalite), and the material is lightweight and comfortable.
It skips the mesh sides that the Nike shirt provides, so you’re kept a little warmer at all times. If you’re likely to take early morning or late night runs, this is a good way of keeping you warm but not too warm.
Gilet: American Outdoorsman Water Repellent Bonded Fleece Full Zip Vests ($40)
