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More of Our Favorite Reflective Apparel for Night Runs
Get dressed and be seen whenever you head out for a night run.
Can’t get enough great gear that will keep you seen during night and early morning runs? We tested dozens of the latest and greatest new products for this year to see what will work best for all runners. Look here to add safety-oriented, functional goods to your winter running kit:
Brooks Men’s Dash Hi-Viz Half Zip
This cozy pullover shirt feels like pajamas but performs great on the run by wicking sweat and regulating body temperature. We also love the thumbholes for added warmth over the hands, and stealth pockets that hold money or a key. Its bright colors—and reflective taping down the back, on the arms, and on the shoulder—make sure you’re noticed.
Brooks Men’s Dash Hi-Viz Half Zip, $70.00, brooksrunning.com
Women’s Asics Lite-Show Thermal Tights
Soft and buttery on the inside, these tights feel great against the skin. The exterior features reflective taping under the flatlock (read: no chafe) seams for 360 degrees of visibility, and an exterior face that’s water repellent. Bonus features include zippered leg openings and a zippered back pocket.
Women’s Asics Lite-Show Thermal Tights, $80.00, asics.com
Outdoor Research Kinetic Beanie
This slouchy beanie wears casual on one side, its grey wool knit transitioning from postrun to coffee shop and back. Flip it over, and a bright neon green with reflective taping makes sure you’re seen on dark morning or evening runs. Either way your wear it, the beanie provides just enough warmth without overheating because it breathes well.
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Outdoor Research Kinetic Beanie, $34.00, amazon.com
Asics Illusion Headband
The silicone gripper on this 2-inch wide headband helps it stay put (no popping off the back of our heads midrun, hallelujah). The headband kept flyaway hair in check comfortably, with no snagging seams. A reflective Asics logo adds a pop of safety.
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Asics Illusion Headband, $12.00, amazon.com
Altra Women’s Reflectivity Hoodie
This versatile long-sleeve shirt provides just enough warmth on its own or as a layer over a tank, tee, or second long-sleeve shirt. Safety bonus: it lights up all over with a reflective pattern only visible under illumination. Extra functional features include a small zippered pocket on the front of the handwarmer pouch, and a tab that contains the hood when rolled up.
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Altra Women’s Reflectivity Hoodie, $90.00, Altrarunning.com
Outdoor Research Overdrive Convertible Gloves
We’ll just say it: convertible gloves are awesome. A simple, thin, wicking knit glove with a touchscreen-friendly thumb and finger joins forces with an exterior wind- and water-resistant exterior shell that tucks away when not in use. Add to that the high-visibility neon of the glove and the reflective taping on the outer shell and these have you covered in all but frigid temps.
Outdoor Research Overdrive Convertible Gloves, $45.00, backcountry.com
Salomon Men’s Pulse Reflective Jacket
For cold-weather running, this insulated jacket keeps you warm while still allowing your skin to breathe. It’s stretchy, with a nylon panel on the shoulders and chest to help cut wind and shed snow. Reflective stripes blend in as a cool design on the chest, and a reflective logo on the armband adds visibility. This jacket can double as a Nordic ski jacket or as an around-town casual piece.
Salomon Men’s Pulse Reflective Jacket, $93.64, amazon.com
The North Face Stormy Trail Jacket
Feather-light and completely waterproof, the Stormy Trail has you covered in a downpour. The mountain-scape pattern comes to life under illumination, with silver cloud lines lighting up brightly to keep you safe. The jacket’s hood is adjustable, and ventilation comes from unzipping the pockets and exposing mesh panels. The reflective mountain shell fabric also comes in a men’s short and women’s skirt, ideal for running in full-on rain (maybe over short tights).
The North Face Stormy Trail Jacket, $180.00, backcountry.com
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