Was laying out my running gear for tomorrow's long run just now (18 miles/29K). I get them ready cause i'm planning on an early morning run (5 a.m.) so I can get it done by the time R. lands in Toronto at around 7:30 a.m. I hate fumbling around for clothes when I'm half asleep.
Which is when I saw how much gear I actually use. And the lack of brand loyalty I display. You know how they say that running is so cheap, just the cost of a pair of running shoes. Well, they weren't thinking of training for marathons...
Here's my gear in US$
$320: Garmin Forerunner 305 (with heart rate strap)
$90: Asics GT 2110
$40: Fuel Belt hydrating system (4 bottles)
$35: Saucony running top
$25: Race Ready shorts
$25: Nike Chicago 06 (RunChi) hat
$10: Nike thin socks
$2: Clif Bar
$2: Clif shots gels
Total cost: $550
I guess in perspective, I don't pay gym fees, so I can justify the expense... Can't argue with the 1400+ kilometres (870 miles) i've done on the roads so far...
Gear can get expensive, though a lot of it is a one time cost. I'll be at the 15k next week so I"ll probably see you there.
ReplyDeleteI know exactly what you mean! And add registration and travelling to races to that! So expensive! Hope the 18 miler went well.
ReplyDeleteWell, I guess we can all spend that money on things that won't give us the runner's high we constantly seek.
ReplyDeleterunning gear is not expensive compared with other sports -- ie: golf, horseback riding, sailing and tennis
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