Some tips to help you step out with confidence into the evening realm this summer.
Summer in SA is the perfect time to experiment with night runs (or running into the night).
SAFETY
This is of course your number one concern. Firstly, make sure you plan your night run to be a group outing with at least three runners. Plan out your route carefully - if it is a road run, go for well lit, well populated routes. If on holiday, make it a 'tourist' route. If you're planning a night trail run, do it on a trail you're well versed with in the day.
REFLECTIVE APPAREL
While the brightest of neons are a great way to ensure you stand out, there’s tons of new advances around reflective apparel materials that will please runners with more subdued tastes. Our LITE SHOW collection includes select items which feature darker coloured fabrics and dots them with reflective strips around the seams, hems, zippers, pockets, shoulders, and more. So a shirt or capri that won’t look bright and shiny in the daylight becomes perfectly illuminated when car’s headlights shine on them. The collection includes tops, bottoms, and accessories for men and women, so you’ll be covered from head to toe.
ILLUMINATING ACCESSORIES
If you’re not ready to replace your entire wardrobe, a few key accessories can help you stay illuminated at night. There’s the classic mesh reflective vest, can be easily thrown over any running outfit. If you’re more fashion conscience, there’s the ASICS Lite-Show Arm Sleeves (nice and bright) and the Lite-Show Run Cap.
HEADLAMPS
Lit! That's what you must be, and not just when you post about your night run on Instagram. For maximum light, a headlamp will help guide you through the darkest of spots. There are various options on the market, but as with most things, you get what you pay for (in quality terms) ideally you want a small, low profile light (for comfort and weight) with a strong Lumen output - get some tips on choosing headlamp, here.
