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    You are here: Home / Gear & Gadgets / Summer Running Must Haves

    Summer Running Must Haves

    Posted: May 27, 2016 Last Modified: May 26, 2016 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    As the weather heats up, it’s time to ditch those thick tights and layers and bring out the summer gear! Today I’ll be listing out some of my favourite summer running must haves!

    Summer Running Must Haves www.carmyy.com

    Water Bottle

    I prefer handheld water bottles instead of the waist band ones. I personally had a bad experience with my very first one having a bad plastic taste to it that would not go away no matter what I did. The handheld pictured is from Ultimate Direction and have a little pocket up front for you to keep your key, gel, or credit card in.

    GPS Watch

    Summer or not, I would recommend a GPS watch. I find that I’m more likely to wander around on my runs during the summer time. The Polar V800 has a “Back to Start” option that will ensure that I can find my way home if I spend too much time wandering off my path and getting lost. I’ve been lost in the summer before and ran out of water… it was not pretty. Luckily I have my Polar now to keep me out of trouble!

    A Hat

    You’re going to want a comfy hat that can provide shade. The hat pictured is the Sherpa Hat from Brooks Running. This hat is constructed with DriLayer® fabric, this stretch-woven material wicks moisture away from your skin, while an interior wicking headband keeps you extra dry

    Sunglasses

    I run with Bolle sunglasses and I love them. I usually alternate between sunglasses and a hat depending on how bright it is out and the type of run. When I do trails, I prefer a hat but when I run on the road, the light reflecting back from the floor means I want to have my sunglasses over my hat.

    Bug Spray

    Summer time = mosquitoes, ticks, all the scary leggy things that bite! I use Off with Deet for sport to avoid it being sweat off on a run. And on a similar note – Sun screen!  Definitely something you need for the summer time! Make sure it’s waterproof to avoid sweating it off.

    Compression Socks

    You know what terrifies me? Ticks and Lyme disease. It’s recommended that you have some bright high socks to make it easier to identify and spot ticks. Pictured are socks from 2XU – my go to brand.

    Colour gear!

    Summer time is usually when I go a little crazy with florals, colours, and other patterns. The brighter and bolder, the better. I’m loving this Adidas floral sports bra and as someone who usually ends up in a sports bra only on my run, it’s definitely a fun piece to have!

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    QOTD: What are your summer running must haves?

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    1. Nicole @ Fitful Focus

      May 27, 2016 at 8:42 am

      Bug spray! I never thought about bug spray. Genius!

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    2. Megan

      May 27, 2016 at 10:40 am

      I sweat so much more in the summer, so Nuun is a must-have for me! I love that it has way less sugar than most electrolyte drinks.

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    3. Mary Beth Jackson

      May 27, 2016 at 11:36 am

      Don’t forget to add the sunscreen! I just had a spot clipped off my ear this week! It is SO important!

      Reply
    4. Ange // Cowgirl Runs

      May 27, 2016 at 3:04 pm

      Contacts make my eyes so light sensitive, I almost always have a hat AND sunglasses. And I do love that pink Brooks hat :)

      Reply
    5. [email protected] the Long Way Home

      May 27, 2016 at 7:55 pm

      I cannot run with sunglasses. I know it’s weird but they give me a headache when i run.

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    6. Cassi

      May 27, 2016 at 8:37 pm

      I don’t use much sunscreen but we have to use bug spray in the summer as the mosquitoes are crazy.

      Reply
    7. Emily

      May 28, 2016 at 1:54 am

      In Colorado, sunscreen is a definite must because of all the sun exposure we get. I’m not always good at remembering to put it on, because I haven’t been training for a long race in a while, so I’m not out in the sun for long, but this is a good reminder.

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    8. Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner

      May 28, 2016 at 9:36 am

      I am trying really hard to be better about hats and sunscreen this summer. Thanks for the reminder!

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    9. Kim Hatting

      May 28, 2016 at 1:13 pm

      Sunglasses are my go-to, even when it’s not sunny. My eyes are sensitive to light, and I have very dry skin (wrinkle-prone) so I seldom leave the house without them. I prefer the bug repellent bracelets instead of the spray-on stuff.

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    10. Kathryn @ Dancing to Running

      May 29, 2016 at 7:57 pm

      I’ve been known to wear sunglasses even when it isn’t terribly sunny outside.

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    11. Christine Amy

      December 07, 2016 at 10:00 am

      I don’t know about sunglasses but running while wearing them for me is a hassle. Adds to the weight and not comfy especially when I’m dripping in sweat. All the others in the list are pretty great though. Don’t forget the sunscreen! ;)

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      • Carmy

        December 07, 2016 at 10:46 am

        Have you tried speciality running sunglasses? I’ve never have heavy glasses :)

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