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Jan 31, 2011

New Running Stuff

10 miles on the exercise bike today for my cross training day.

More exciting news!  I received my $150 Visa Gift card from the Blog prize I won from Amanda at Run to the Finish.  Of course, I already spent it all on running gear and here's what I got:

Brooks Ghost 2 shoes
I've never tried Brooks shoes and have always stuck to Saucony but I thought I would try something new.  I have already done a couple short runs in them and like them so far.

Saucony Ride 2
 These(Saucony) have been a staple for my running shoes.  I have like 7 pairs of these and love them.

The Stick!
 Another rolling device called "The stick".  I like my foam roller but this is nice to reach areas my foam rolller cannot get to.  You can also put more pressure on certain areas as well.

Manzella Gloves/mittens

 A second pair of gloves/mittens for outside runs in the winter.  These take a little time to dry so I figured another pair is nice to have to switch off on days.

Have a great day and.....Keep Running!



23 comments:

  1. yay for new running stuff! Do you reccomend the stick then? I like the new running shoes!

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  2. Oooh "The Stick"! That's all the rage here! Hope you like it!! :0)
    Love all your new running gear!

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  3. What cool gear! I can't wait to hear if you like 'The Stick'. They had a booth at the last expo I went to.

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  4. I just bought my first pair or brooks this weekend too! I love them so far.

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  5. Looks like the gift card was well spent. I was a big Saucony believer but discovered through our local running store that feet change and so should running shoes. Hope you enjoy the Brooks.

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  6. Although I'm biased, Brooks gets running shoes right. I hope you enjoy them!!

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  7. Great new gear! I just started running in Brooks about 2 months ago and love 'em!

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  8. I love the new gear. I really liked my stick but I gave to my brother. He is a new runner and I wanted to share the wealth. I will just stick with my foam roller!

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  9. Cool gear! I love getting new gear!

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  10. New running stuff...what can be better! I like the stick. Are Brooks shoes more expensive on average there? Here in SA they are quite more expensive than most other brands.

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  11. With any luck I'll do 10 miles worth of errands on my bike too. Coincidence? I think not.

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  12. I have mittens/gloves just like yours and I love them. Its great to have the feel of a mitten but also the ability to use my fingers when needed!!

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  13. That stick looks interesting.... haven't tried Brooks, let us know how you like them

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  14. The foam roller is great for the upper legs; the stick is great for the lower legs! Congrats on all the great loot!

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  15. I love my stick, have fun with all your new stuff! Ain't new stuff great!?

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  16. ohhh, I love all the different types of running shoes!

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  17. Meg - I can't say yet, I have not used it enough yet. Partial to the foam roller at this point.

    Johann - no, they are about the same as other shoes - just depends on model.

    Danny - I'm feeling it today but I think probably because of the run on Sunday.

    Lee - I've only done a 3 and 5 miler in them but so far, so good. Tomorrow I will probably run 3 in them as well.

    Jamoosh - very true

    Jennifer - love it!

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  18. That is wonderful! :) Love new gear!

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  19. Yay for a gift card win and all the running loot.

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  20. very nice! i LOVE brooks and the stick is essential.

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  21. Great stuff. That is one heckuva giveaway.

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