16 Spring Race Day Gear Picks

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Multisport Musts

By Jenny Willden and Melissa McGibbon

Whether you’re a marathon maniac or Ironman aficionado, good gear matters on race day. But that doesn’t mean you should crack open a box of new shoes while toeing the starting line. Train with new gear so you’re ready for how it performs in racing conditions—preventing failed fits that can hamper performance. Add these 16 finds to your gear arsenal now and be set to PR come race day.

Dare 2B Unified II Tee in blue

Dare 2b Unified II Tee

Going beyond basic polyester fabrication, this technical tee ups the ante by adding anti-bacterial odor control, extra softness, and mesh panels to keep sweat at bay. $30
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Dare 2B Undulate Men's Shorts in gray/orange

Dare 2b Undulate Men’s Shorts

If you love the freedom of running nude, but not the streaker reputation, try these ultralight shorts that feature a simple liner and quick-drying fabric. $20
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Epson Prosense 57 GPS Running Watch

Epson ProSense 57 GPS Running Watch

Track heart rate, steps, calories, and sleep thanks to a tiny chip built by Epson, which transmits detailed data to the Epson View App for geeking out on stats. Extended battery life makes it a winner for long runs, and you can control your playlist to skip to your power song when you need an energy boost. $130
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FuelBelt Insulated Handheld

FuelBelt Insulated Handheld

Sip as you go and refill at race aid stations with a handheld—instead of glugging and dumping disposable cups. This insulated 16-ouncer keeps water from warming and stashes your smartphone while keeping it handy. Vastly superior to an armband for race-day selfies, and comfortable to carry to boot! $30
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Run Gum assorted packs

Run Gum

Power up your run with lightly caffeinated gum that adds pep to your steps. The formula blends taurine, b-vitamins, and fresh flavors into a sugar-free gum that gives you energy to finish fast. $1.89 per pack
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Brooks Stealth Tank

Brooks Stealth Tank

Quick drying for sweaty spring runs, this slim tank has sheer panels for a fresh look and pairs with shorts or tights. $40
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Kari Traa Women's Marika Short in cyan

Kari Traa Women’s Marika Short

Love the support of tights and cool comfort of shorts? This two-in-one pair is for you. The soft inner tights stay in place and are topped with an easy breezy loose short that has a pocket for stashing cash or keys. $55
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Under Armour HOVR Sonic Connected

Under Armour HOVR Sonic Connected

Wish you could track your run without a watch or phone? Now you can! Under Armour’s smart shoe sensor logs speed, stride, and distance then uploads the data to MapMyRun. Beyond the tech, HOVR’s fit and float is great straight out of the box, boasting a ‘zero gravity feel’ that reduces impact and maximizes energy return. $110
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Tifosi Swank Glasses in purple frames

Tifosi Swank Glasses

Don’t be fooled by Tifosi’s low prices, these swanky shades hold up to the rigors of racing. Thanks to hydrophilic rubber nose pads that increase grip as you sweat, they’ll never slide of your face, and have 100% UV-protected polycarbonate lenses. $40
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PIQ Sport Intelligence Robot

PIQ Sport Intelligence Robot

Analyze your race performance with this sports nano computer that works as hand-wrap accessory. Connects to your smartphone to record details of your workout session and identify key strengths. $198
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Pearl Izumi Women's Pursuit Thermal Cycling Bib Tight

Pearl iZumi Women’s Pursuit Thermal Cycling Bib Tight

Stay warm during spring training or racing with these thermal cycling bib tights. Featuring PI Dry technology for water resistance and extra warmth; they even have a drop seat for pit stops. $150
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FuelBelt Stretch Race Belt

FuelBelt Stretch Race Belt

Great for running and cycling, this race belt has an expandable storage pouch for essentials, two microbib race locks for securing a race bib without safety pins, and a quick closure buckle for on-the-go adjusting. $19
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Gu Recovery Drink Mix

GU Recovery Drink Mix

A delicious way to refuel after training or racing, this drink mix uses energy-dense whey protein isolate to promote protein synthesis and reduce muscle-protein breakdown. The carbohydrates and dextrose help restore depleted glycogen stores. Mix with almond milk (yum!) or water. $36
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Balega Ultralight Socks

Balega Ultralight Socks

For racers who don’t like a lot of fluff in a sock, these Balegas are a winner. Cushioned where you need it—heel and toe—and removed where you don’t—everywhere else—these socks support your arch and grip your heel to prevent slipping. $13
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Pearl Izumi Men's Race Road V5 Cycling Shoe

Pearl iZumi Men’s Race Road v5 Cycling Shoe

Pearl iZumi didn’t sacrifice comfort for performance in this road shoe built with a carbon midsole and a unique bi-directional Boa dial system. The 3-layer seamless composite upper makes it reliably breathable while the EVA foam and rubber heel bumper provide walking ease. $160
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Velocio Men's Rugby Stripe ES Jersey

Velocio Men’s Rubby Stripe ES Jersey

This longer short sleeve shirt is cut slim and built with lightweight perforated stretch sleeves for competitive riding. Features full zip front, silicone gripper, and four back pockets with one water-resistant zippered pocket. Size up if you don’t like the tight race fit. $180
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