{"id":23951,"date":"2019-10-07T12:45:55","date_gmt":"2019-10-07T19:45:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/?p=23951"},"modified":"2024-10-29T12:05:34","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T19:05:34","slug":"our-top-gear-picks-for-outdoor-adventures-at-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/run\/our-top-gear-picks-for-outdoor-adventures-at-night","title":{"rendered":"Gear for Night Running"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"cb-itemprop\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the days grow shorter, you might find yourself lacing up for a run in darkness. However, just because you run during the witching hours doesn\u2019t mean you should banish yourself to a treadmill for winter. Nocturnal running can be a great choice\u2014as long as you stay safe. It\u2019s important to be visible, especially if you run near traffic. The proper gear can help you stay seen so you can focus on what matters: logging miles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"\/product\/144660\/arcteryx-sunara-tights-womens\"><b>Arc\u2019teryx Sunara Tights<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-151744 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/10\/1-Arc\u2019teryx-Sunara-Tights-1320x1558-1.jpg?w=868&#038;resize=868%2C1024\" alt=\"Arc\u2019teryx Sunara Tights\" width=\"868\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Versions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"\/product\/144660\/arcteryx-sunara-tights-womens\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>MSRP<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $85<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to a polyester-elastane blend, the 7\/8-length Sunara tights fit like a second skin. An extra-thick waistband offers ample coverage and prevents the Sunaras from sliding down while hiding a small internal mesh pocket for stashing car keys. A second, larger pocket lives on the side of the right thigh, easily fitting gels or a cell phone. But, it\u2019s the reflective feature we love most: The versatile ankle cuffs roll up, exposing strips of reflective material.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"\/product\/134481\/salomon-agile-wind-jacket-mens\"><b>Salomon Agile Wind Jacket<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-87983 size-article_body\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2018\/02\/2-Salomon-Agile-Wind-Jacket.jpg?resize=1024%2C1426\" alt=\"Salomon Agile Wind Jacket\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1426\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Versions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span> <a href=\"\/product\/132837\/salomon-agile-wind-print-hoodie-womens\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women\u2019s<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"\/product\/134481\/salomon-agile-wind-jacket-mens\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>MSRP<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $90<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salomon uses proprietary fabric in the Agile to ensure windproofing <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breathability for chillier runs. Front and back venting flaps encourage airflow to minimize sweat build-up, and a water-resistant coating means you can head outdoors even if Mother Nature is feeling sassy. A 360-degree strip of reflective coating wraps around the left bicep so you are easily seen while running against traffic (because you follow traffic laws, right?).<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"\/product\/157315\/brooks-lsd-pullover-jacket-womens\"><b>Brooks LSD Pullover Jacket<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-87984 size-article_body\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2018\/02\/3-Brooks-LSD-Pullover-Jacket.jpg?resize=1024%2C1185\" alt=\"Brooks LSD Pullover Jacket\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1185\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Versions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"\/product\/157315\/brooks-lsd-pullover-jacket-womens\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>MSRP<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $105<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who knew a wind jacket could be so versatile? This 100-percent polyester featherlight weighs 4.8 ounces but protects against the worst wind gusts\u2014and traffic, thanks to the reflective swirly pattern. Elasticized cuffs stay put whether you wear them down or up your arm, and a small interior pocket on the right hem stashes small items like car keys. The hood rolls up and snaps down to eliminate bouncing, but the versatility shines with storage: The entire jacket packs up inside an interior pocket that can be worn as a small backpack.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"\/product\/143321\/biolite-headlamp-330\"><b>BioLite Headlamp 330<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-87985 size-article_body\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2018\/02\/4-BioLite-Headlamp-330.jpg?resize=1024%2C401\" alt=\"BioLite Headlamp 330\" width=\"1024\" height=\"401\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>MSRP<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $49.95<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only will a headlamp help you be seen, but it also helps you, well, see. Using five white LED lights, the headlamp provides up to 330 lumens which amounts to roughly 250 feet of visibility on the highest setting. This \u2019lamp is also comfortable for running: It weighs a negligible 2.5 ounces (with battery), and its slim, sleek design keeps the light flush against your forehead, minimizing jostling. (The battery pack sits on the back of your head.)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"\/product\/194549\/brooks-spartan-pants-mens\"><b>Brooks Spartan Pants<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-87986 size-article_body\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2018\/02\/5-Brooks-Spartan-Pants.jpg?resize=1024%2C2299\" alt=\"Brooks Spartan Pants\" width=\"1024\" height=\"2299\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Versions<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"\/product\/123420\/brooks-spartan-pants-mens\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/b><\/li>\n<li><strong>MSRP<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $75<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men love the Spartan pants for their versatility in inclement weather and all-around comfort. A polyester-spandex blend wicks moisture away from your skin while moving with your body\u2019s natural motion. The fitted cut and tapered ankles keep extra material out of the way (and nix the dreaded <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">swish-swish<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sound), while the elastic waist with a drawcord keeps them secure and comfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"\/product\/159063\/nathan-lightbender-rx-lighted-armband\"><b>Nathan LightBender RX Lighted Armband<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-87987 size-article_body\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2018\/02\/6-Nathan-LightBender-RX-Lighted-Armband.jpg?resize=1024%2C258\" alt=\"Nathan LightBender RX Lighted Armband\" width=\"1024\" height=\"258\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>MSRP<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $30<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes a headlamp isn\u2019t enough for cars approaching from your backside. In those instances, the 6-lumen LightBender armband is the perfect solution. Multiple settings offer a steady stream of illumination or blinking lights, and runners can choose between three colors: red, green or blue. The entire kit is water-resistant, and thanks to a lithium-ion battery, you can recharge the band via USB. Heads up: The LightBender only fits arms with a circumference of 9 inches or bigger\u2014measure before buying if you\u2019re unsure.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"\/product\/772529\/amphipod-xinglet\"><b>Amphipod Xinglet<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-87988 size-article_body\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2018\/02\/7-Amphipod-Xinglet.jpg?resize=1024%2C1062\" alt=\"Amphipod Xinglet\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1062\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>MSRP<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $35<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider the Xinglet your last line of defense. If lights and reflective strips aren\u2019t enough visibility for your run, kit up with this neon-yellow shoulder-and-waist strap that is lined with 360 degrees of reflective material. The front clip makes removal a cinch. Plus, the waist accommodates sizing from 27 to 47 inches (with an additional 6 inches of stretch), so it comfortably fits a lot of body types.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the days grow shorter, you might find yourself lacing up for a run in darkness. However, just because you run during the witching hours doesn\u2019t mean you should banish yourself to a treadmill for winter. Nocturnal running can be a great choice\u2014as long as you stay safe. 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