Does your favorite runner live for the trails? Get them gifts they’ll actually use—like running tights and vests—or one you hope they never need, pepper spray. Return to the Holiday Gift Guides
Sabre Runner Pepper Gel Protect your favorite runner with a gift you hope they’ll never have to use. Pepper gel eliminates the wind blow-back of a spray and has amped-up power to stop anyone in pursuit. $12 sabre.com Buy Today
Coolcore Women’s Connection 7/8 Tight Neat-o chemical-free cooling tech in these leggings can reduce your body surface temperature by 30 percent—perfect for when you’re working up a sweat. $72 coolcore.com Buy Today
Ultimate Direction Crew Bag One can never have too many gear bags. This one has clever features such as clear, exterior compartments for wet shoes and clothing plus internal organizers for food and first aid. $124 ultimatedirection.com Buy Today
Lily Trotters Dots-A-Plenty Compression Socks Compression socks can reduce swelling, prevent leg cramping, and improve bloodflow. Stuff ‘em in your runner’s stocking for healthy legs and festive cheer. $48 lilytrotters.com Buy Today
MSR Trail Shot For minimalist trail runners or preparedness types, this light and fast water filter lets you sip or fill a bottle directly from the source—after safely removing 99.9% of containments. $50 msr.com Buy Today
Brooks Cascadia Vest Baby it’s cold outside! Toss on this vest over a long-sleeve shirt for warmer winter runs plus wind and water protection. Internal pocket keeps your phone from jiggling about. $110 brooksrunning.com Buy Today
Garmin Vívosport Featuring built-in GPS, an always-on color screen, and built-in sports app for strength training, cardio, and more. It includes fitness monitoring tools: VO2 Max, fitness age, and all-day stress tracking. $199 garmin.com Buy Today
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