r/runningfashion

I recently started running and now need to build up my running wardrobe for colder weather.

I live in Scandinavia, where temperatures are roughly:

• Autumn: 5 to 15°C / 40 to 60°F
• Winter: −5 to 5°C / 23 to 40°F
• Spring: 5 to 15°C / 40 to 60°F

Right now I have running shorts and (shortsleeved) tops. For colder weather, I have a very lightweight Nike running jacket and a base layer for when it gets really cold.

The main thing I know I need to buy is running pants. I’m not interested in tights. I’ve been looking at the Patagonia Terrebonne Joggers and Janji Transit Tech Pants, so I’d love to hear what you think of those or if you have other recommendations.

Apart from pants, what else should I be looking at to comfortably run as the temperature drops towards 0°C / 32°F and below?

Thanks!

I’m curious if anyone does this. I’m having trouble finding half tights that are under 6 inches for men that also have a zipper pocket, but I’ve seen some women’s models that look perfect. I’m just not sure if they would fit

inseam of 5in seems perfect, 4 is a little too short but I might try the ACG trail tight shorts anyway. ACG men’s lava loops look great but I’m not a fan of the length, I prefer shorter half tights when it’s hot out

Gonna join my first marathon on October 4, can you guys pls recommend the coolest half tights that has enough pockets for marathon use? It’s always around 24 to 26 celsius here, 88 to 94% humidity. Races are usually midnight for marathons so sun is not an issue. Thanks

Do electrospun fabrics help with overheating when jogging / bicycling?

I'm currently using a 6 year old goretex active jacket with ventilation holes and I use it for Croatia's (mediteranian climate) autumns and winters (softshell underneath during winter).

And the thing is, I love that jacket but it is looking worn out. I use it to commute and I don't get sweaty in it when bicycling.
The problem is, goretex active was phased out due to healthier materials blah blah blah.

Current goretex perfomance materials, even the thinnest jackets make me heat up more + not many of them have ventilation holes. I literally stood in a store and compared which makes me heat up more, and goretex active wins against new goretex performance. One jacket stood out, it had ventilation holes underneath the armpits, but it was about 750€ and again, the new goretex material was worse when zipped up, but the massive holes were the ones actually doing the work.

So, is there any improvement in these electrospun fabrics or is it just hype? I don't want to buy a 400€ jacket just to prove a point :D

What socks are you guys wearing this summer?

I’ve been looking at some of the ON running socks but for £25 a pair they’re quite steep!

I usually go with Compress Sport pro racing or marathon, but the past few have ripped or seriously shrunk. Their ventilation is second to none though, as a sweaty runner!

Hi! I’m looking for tight/compression/biker shorts that have side pockets and no front seam. I’m a woman looking to prevent any issues in the frontal area 😂

Also considering 2-in-1 shorts that have tights under with side pockets, so any recommendations for those would be great too!

TIA

What do you guys use to hold phones?

I'll try to keep this brief - What do you guys use to hold your phones?

I took up running more then 5 years ago, initially to lose weight but stuck with it ever since. I was and still am quite athletic 28(M) came from a competitive swimming background.

Been trying to find a good solution to hold my phone (Pixel 10 Pro) - I swear phones just keep getting bigger 😑. I usually just like to be streamlined and keep my keys, gel, and phone (for safety) I run 5-10km on a track so I keep my water bottle nearby.

I have tried

Running belts, vests, arm strap holders, etc. they either fall down overtime and I have to re-adjust, bulky, or just don't hold bigger phones.

I currently running with leggings that have pockets I do need to adjust them but they are ok not ideal imo. My girlfriend recommended me try a sports bra with pockets in the back, which I have not tried yet. (From what I could see having the phone in the back center seems the most stable - just basic physics)

I don't really care about it being a "gendered" clothing as I value performance first, I came from comp swimming so I am used to performanced based gear.

Any thoughts?

$80 for a hat? Am I taking crazy pills or is that not a lot of money for a hat? This is before shipping costs I am assuming. Am I just old? I was a fan in the beginning, but I’ve never bought anything because the cost is a bit high for me.

I really don’t understand the love for the M2 Pro. The Currently Running half tights are significantly better. I think the M2 Pro got a lot of attention because it was essentially their take on Satisfy, and while people point to the five pockets as an improvement, I think they took an incredible shell fabric and made it worse with the liner.

The biggest issue is the liner . First off it’s way too thick. If you live somewhere hot and humid and/or sweat a lot, it retains moisture and basically gives you constant swamp ass, completely negating how light and airy the shell is. Say what you will about Satisfy, but their Justice liner is significantly thinner and works much better under a shell. They also uses a brief liner with this type of fabric, which really lets the shell excel.

What’s frustrating is that Currently Running already knows how to make a great liner. Their half tights have better seam placement and a better fitting waist. The M2 Pro has a center seam through the crotch that gets annoying while running, and the waist is huge despite the compression through the thighs feeling right.

The pockets also sound better on paper than they work in practice. The shell is too long relative to the liner. Most shorts that use liner pockets have a much bigger difference in length between the liner and shell, making the pockets easy to access. With the M2 Pro, you end up fighting with all that extra shell fabric just to get to the side pockets. It bunches and gets stuck going up or gets caught when you pull it back down. The rear zip pocket also sits too low, so I end up sitting on whatever is in it. The position of the rear zip is never an issue with their half tights btw.

I’m sure the thicker liner will be better once it gets colder, but at that point I’d probably just run in tights. I know the M2 Pro has already been updated, but it still feels like it needs another revision. A thinner liner, better seam placement, a smaller waist, and a shorter shell would make these significantly better.

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Does anyone have these? On a hunt for a pair of raw indigo jeans and love this brand. Price does not matter to me.