REI Holiday Sale - 20% OFF
Top Picks for Runners - through November 24
This is not a sponsored post. It is a compilation of shoes and gear that I have personally tested and reviewed, which are available at REI. I am simply browsing around for the best deals to save you some $$$! REI Members get 20% off one full-price item. You really should be an REI Member. In no particular order..
norda 001A - $236
A highly versatile trail shoe, now with TPEE blended into the midsole, this shoe can take you anywhere (check the video below). High durability range with this shoe, even better at this reduced price.
005 is also available in limited sizes ($260!)
Rabbit Runners pants - $80
These have been my go-to fall running pants (although it’s been warm recently). Tapered just right at the ankles, lighweight material, and super stretchy. You’ll forget you have material covering your legs!
Rabbit Layer One Trail Shirt (Women’s) - $56
They don’t have this in men’s for some reason, so ladies, this one is for you. And guys - easy gift pick here.. hint hint. Who doesn’t like lightweight grid fleece? I have a size small as a baselayer, and a size medium (seen below) which is perfect over a lightweight t-shirt.
Topo Vista - $140
Topo’s best Zipfoam yet. Signature roomy toebox and solid midfoot hold. Look out for more comparison testing on the way with this one! Fun shoe if you need that foot shaped space!
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro (small/large sizes available) - $169
You could be in luck if your size pops up here. Shoe of the year candidate, really can’t go wrong for what you get at this price.
On Cloudultra 3 - $152
Perhaps more of a training shoe, with range beyond if it feels good on foot? The regular $190 price feels a little premium, but at $152 it’s right in the sweet spot. Any questions?
Leki Ultratrail FX.One Trekking Poles - $176
Race in the Superlites (seen below) but train in the more durable FX.One model. Or if you’re super scared about snapping poles, stick with the FX.One for everything!
The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 - $128
Absolute no-brainer at this price. Perhaps the best value of all the deals here. You will get massive training and even racing miles out of these shoes. If the pros do, you can too! For $128!
NNormal Kjerag 02 - $156
I might have to hop on this one myself. Still haven’t gotten a hold of this shoe yet (argh!!!). $156 seems very reasonable.
Brooks Catamount 4 - $136
This shoe just won the Javelina 100. It’s solid, has a plate, somewhat firm, pretty fast, roomy upper. Fast training and racing - Big value here at $136.
GOREWEAR Concurve GORE-TEX Jacket - ($175/189)
No 20% off here, as the jacket is already deeply discounted. GOREWEAR closing up shop.. get it while it lasts.
Rabbit Cocoon 2.0 Shirt (Women’s) - $100
Ok this one is a bonus from Rabbit, women’s only again. I haven’t worn it yet because it’s not cold enough yet. But it’s awesome! That face mask! Thumb holes! Watch window!
Insta360 Go Ultra - $360
All of my recent videos have been filmed with this camera. Judge for yourself. I do use the DJI Mic 3 now for audio, but Insta360’s Mic Air is now compatible (I haven’t tested that one). $360 is a great price if you’re new to the action cam game or just curious about this new form factor.
Patagonia Airshed Pro Pullover - $111
You’ve seen this one in a lot of my cool/cold weather runs (I actually have 2). So versatile, the double zipper is a standout feature for venting. And the soft collar/hood is great when you’re not sure if you need a buff or a beanie just yet, or even to just add on top of those if it’s colder.
Smartwool Reflections Print Crew Socks - $16.58
Gotta throw this one in here.. perhaps my favorite print of all time? Goes with anything!
Injinji Liner Crew Wool - $12
Maybe use the 20% discount on a higher ticket item, and just pay the regular price $15 for these. I wear them all day long, then at the end of the day, keep them on and go running. You can also use them as a liner too! I have raced many 100 milers with Injinji Liners + Wrightsock Ultralight socks.
The REI Holiday Sale is going on now through November 24. You know you’re going to pick up some running gear for the holidays.. save yourself 20% !!! These are just a few of my picks - let me know if you see anything else awesome in the sale.
Products provided at no cost for test and review by the various brands. Please see my support page for disclaimers regarding my testing and review process.
I believe 005 is available for the discount too. What would you pick between Norda 001A and 005?
The Norda 001A at that price is tempting, especially with the durabilty you mentioned. I've been looking for a trail shoe that can handle rocky terrain withot falling apart too quick. The Brooks Catamount 4 also sounds solid for racing. Do you find the roomy upper works well for longer ultras or does your foot tend to slosh arund in there?