Gore Running, Dare 2b, NiteBlaze Reflective Running, Eternal Run
SLC/NYC
Athletic apparel styles are getting wearings outside of the gym-and off the trails/running paths, bicycles-with leisure wearers selecting separates not only for functionality and fit…but also for eyeball appeal- including the colors and fashion details.
There are loads of brands jumping on the fitness band wagon for good reason-what consumers like to wear ALOT and the profit margins are decent.
GORE RUNNING apparel is smartly designed and great fitting (REALLY)-with 4 seasons worthy interchangeable (imo) collections of Outfit Systems aimed at competitive and casual dabblers that work as well no matter what land endeavors are done to raise heartbeats.
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| AIR LADY adds cute prints for SS 2015-mesh inserts, reflective pops, back pocket, flat lock seams-stretchy microfiber fabric is supremely moisture wicking fabric -short sleeves roll up too-$69.99 |
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| rarely see women in one piece skirt/capri ensembles in competitive road races-but the new Air Lady running skirt with integrated ¾ tights-has a tight fit, integrated front pocket, reflective pops, flat lock seams, and partial mesh inserts in inner pants for optimum ventilation, adjustable elastic waistband= flattering+functional. |
Out of the UK-
DARE 2b™ has terrific selections aimed at trail running, urban, mountain, and road cycling (
Authentic
Ergonomic
Performance collection designed in collab with Tour de France Winner Oscar Pereiro) that multi-tasks- attributes demanded by consumers nowadays.
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| Shape Up Short (also comes in black+blue jewel) $40 |
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| stretchy, quick drying -inner brief, mesh venting zones, zipped security pocket, reflective pops |
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| wear this Metrical T $35 anywhere-pictured in pumpkin orange w/ body seamless construction tech, wicking/quick dryer. Mounted short made of four way stretch-good for hiking/traveling/cycling, belt loops, quick drying+water repellent, multiple pockets |
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| Parity Short-4 way stretch outer with fitted inner brief, zipped rear pocket, quick drying, elasticized+drawcord waist, flat locked seams for comfort, mesh venting zones, reflective details $50 |
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| made from Dare 2b's ARED fabrics-durable, waterproof, windproof and breathable-St. Alban Jacket-urban cycle collection with taped seams, hood with reflective trims, articulated sleeve design, adjustable cuffs, 1 zipped chest pocket, 2 lower zip pockets, 1 rear zipped stow pocket, LED compatible, adjustable shock cord hem system, 360º strategically placed reflective details-pictured in brown rubber $130 |
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| St. Alban jacket---in airforce blue-reflective details inside hood-nifty |
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| Urban Cycle Kingway Shirt-Bumped up Cotton+ antibacterial lightweight breathable fabric, quick drying and wicks well, button closures…streetwear friendly but notice-shoulder seams slightly displaced not to interfere w/ bag straps, underarm ventilation eyelets, articulated sleeve design, shaped hem and 360º strategically placed details for visibility $60 |
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| collar up---wards off wind-reveals reflective detail, hang loop-in grey marl urban check |
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| M-Cycling Jerseys- Body Next To Skin tech. anti-odor, quick drying, moisture wicking, venting ½ length center front zip and zip security pocket both with auto lock sliders, reflective details |
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| back mesh vent zone |
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| W-AEP Collection-top of the line road cycling gear w/ AEP Upstroke Jersey-four way stretch, Body Next To Skin fabric-quick drying, moisture wicking, anti-odor properties, YKK front center zip with auto lock slider+inner zip guard no chaffing, ergo angled back pockets for ez access, long back with stopped part elasticized hem w/gel gripper tape center back hem only so stays put, reflective details, stretch mesh venting zones |
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| Women's Cycling Vivacity Jersey ---Body Next To Skin fabric-quick drying, moisture wicking, anti-odor properties, , 3 back pockets-one is zipped, long back with stopped part elasticized hem w/gel gripper tape center back hem only so stays put, reflective details, stretch mesh venting zones, shaped collar-and front ½ length zipper with auto slide and inner zip guard $70 |
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| Men's Stalwart Jacket-multitasks-on bike, traveling, hiking, running-good layer under too…part of AEP kinematics collection-waterproof/breathable Ared VO2 20,000 polyester 4 way stretch fabric w/ a breathability rating 10,000/m2/24hrs, taped seams, attached technically wired hood w/ high collar+adjustable and tucks away, 2 way water tough center front zip, 2 way pit zips, articulated sleeve design, adjustable cuffs, 2 zipped chest pockets w/ water repellent zippers, adjustable shock cord hem system, part mesh, part poly taffeta lining, zipper internal pocket w/ MP3 port. $150 great price for techy piece layer under for cool temps |
NIGHT TIME VISIBILITY---may be in the eyes of the beholder-judging by some of the road kill we see…and fortunately for humans-reflective materials and built in LEDs are making their way onto techy performance wear beyond the trim details-with hard to miss functionality.
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| all lit up----now you see it…from 180's the NiteBlaze Reflective Running Collection for men and women- includes tops (tees/tanks), jackets that fold into a pocket, and shorts available in a variety of colors-moisture wicking, featherweight and quick drying too…actually would want to runic these items. |
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| same apparel-without our flash on---can see its a solid color. Made in the USA too-very impressive and more affordable too-we could see plenty of mass sports chains picking up this collection |
CODA: The fitness space attracts plenty of entrepreneurs---including the woman helmed
Eternal Run-a line of pretty feminine capris and tops we did not see in person-but was impressed by what we saw on the website…
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| back has tulip designed too and zip security pocket in wide waistband for keys/gels etc |
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