Brooks Infiniti Shorts, www.mizuno.co.uk, £30 Loved: “There chafe-free.” Not so keen on: “A bit shorter than I’m used to.” Best for: “Winter racing.”
Nike SS Cruiser Graphic Tee Yellow www.nikerunning.com, £15 Loved: “‘Dri-fit’ but didn’t look like a running shirt.” Not so keen on: “Felt a bit flimsy on.” Best for: “Budgets!”
Mizuno Wave Kaze 6 www.mizuno.eu, £65 Loved: “A versatile neutral shoe, with a breatheable upper.” Not so keen on: “Not for all – very lightweight.” Best for: “Serious cross country runners.”
Salomon soft shell www.salomonrunning.com/uk, £100 Loved: “Midway between a jacket and base layer.” Not so keen on: “A bit bright for me!” Best for: “Warm days.”
Mizuno breath thermo and dry science glove www.mizuno.eu, £90 for a pack of six Loved: “Special thermo material controls heat.” Not so keen on: “Only in black.” Best for: “Colder runs.”
Salomon Trail Tight www.salomonrunning.com/uk, £50 Loved: “Air vents, reflective colour and lightweight feel.” Not so keen on: “Smallish pocket.” Best for: “Racing on colder days.”
More Mile Seal Compression top www.startfitness.co.uk, £14.99, (RRP £29.99) Loved: “A great price and pulled it all in.” Not so keen on: “Rises up at the front.” Best for: “A base layer on colder days.”
Brooks Mach 12 spikes www.brooksrunning.co.uk, £50 Loved: “The colour and style; and curved, flexible fit.” Not so keen on: “Getting used to less spikes – five not 12.” Best for: “Fast racing.”
More Mile Seal Compression tights www.startfitness.co.uk, £14.99, RRP £29.99 Loved: “Great on tired legs.” Not so keen on: “A little bit see-through.” Best for: “Mileage junkies!”
Nike Dry Filament Running Capri www.nikerunning.com, £20 Loved: “Stylish with handy pocket.” Not so keen on: “Prefer lower waist.” Best for: “Autumn training and gym.”
Salomon www.salomonrunning.com/uk, £100 Loved: “Fantastic colour. I wore it on a wet and windy day and stayed dry and cool, too.” Not so keen on: “The lack of hood.” Best for: “Rain!”
Brooks Infiniti Beanie www.brooksrunning.co.uk , £7.99 Loved: “The pony tail hole, and fleecy bit for my ears!” Not so keen on: “Wish it was waterproof – it’d be perfect!” Best for: “The style-conscious.”
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