Bright Running Gear for Visible Nights

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Bright Running Gear for Visible Nights

Photo: Nick Nacca

Before you head into the night, ensure you can see and be seen. Smart gear with high visibility colors, lights and reflectivity is essential for safety. Instead of bemoaning the dark, embrace it—the exhilaration, simplicity of your breath and footfalls, and how much faster you feel when it’s just you and the beam from your headlamp.

All photos by: Nick Nacca

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Nathan Sports Nebula Fire headlamp, $75

Multiple beams, hands-off functionality and an LED light that disperses 192 lumens for short- and long-range visibility make this headlamp a night runner’s dream.

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Puma Nightcat Reflective Jacket, $100

Reflective elements on chest, arms and back give you full-circle enhanced visibility during low-light hours, while breathable mesh panels keep you from overheating on mild evenings.

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Sugoi Zap Run Gloves, $45

Step up your glove game with wind-resistant, breathable fabric, a silicone grip on the index and middle fingers, and eye-catching reflective detailing.

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Amphipod Hydraform Flash HydroStrobe Thermal 12oz, $30

Not only does its red strobe keep you visible, the Flash has a zippered reflective pocket for stowing necessities and a thermal sleeve to keep liquids cool and hands cozy.

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Skechers GOrun Ride 4 Nite Owl, $95

These smooth trainers get a bright, bold jolt of fluorescent orange with a glow-in-the dark overlay for round-the-clock visibility.

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Night Runner 270° Shoe Lights, $60

Think of them as headlights for your feet. A winged design means you also have a rear facing red light on each foot. Each rechargeable 150-lumen light weighs slightly more than an energy gel and has a four- to eight-hour run time.

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ASICS Lite-Show Low-Cut Socks, $12

An ankle-wrapping band of reflective yarn is woven into the sock for on-the-move visibility.

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Nox Gear Tracer 360, $70

Every bit of this lightweight vest is designed for 360 degrees of maximum visibility. Shine like a star with LED vest straps, a reflective waist belt and battery pack with flashing lights.

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Pearl Izumi Fly Jacket in BioViz, $85

Pearl Izumi’s new BioViz line has a minimum visibility standard of 230 feet. Wind- and water-resistant, the Fly also has laser cut ventilation and internal fist mitts for warmth.

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New Balance Beacon capris, $120

Slim-fitting capris with a glow-in-the-dark graphic makes you stand out in the dark.

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Nite Ize Slaplit LED Slap Wrap, $12

An LED slap bracelet lets you light up your arm, leg, pack strap, race markers and more the simple way. The Slap Wrap burns for about 100 hours. This updated model has more streamlined stitching and a new battery tab to make changing them easier.

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Olympia EXO80 headlamp, $30

High-tech comes at a reasonable price in a secure fitting headlamp with 40 hours of battery-powered light, which you can turn off with a wave of your hand, and a rear red beam for safety.

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Helly Hansen Aspire Norviz, $100

These days, even a wardrobe staple like a zip-T can wow with its brilliance. The Aspire Norviz has an all-over reflective pattern for 360 degrees of reflectivity. Once the sun rises, you’re covered with UPF 30.

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Skins A400 Starlight Tights, $160

Graphics made with glass bead technology are reflective during the day and shine bright enough at night to look almost like lights. The wicking and breathable material helps keep you cool when it’s hot and warm on cold winter runs.

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