Running gear

[Chris9R]

I’m wondering where’s the best place to get running clothes and the like?

Anyone have any suggestions? I’ve used wiggle but they seem to be more interested in cycling

[backintime Graduate10]

I got all my stuff from Decathlon, it's been washed and washed with no problems

it's not very "chic", but it works

[Katnap Graduate10]

Wiggle started out on cycling supplies so no surprise there.

Sports Direct?

eBay?

I've got stuff from TK Maxx and Lidl so you don't necessarily need to go to specialist shops.

[Chris9R Graduate10]

Being in Chipping Norton I’m kind of in the middle of nowhere really. How about online shopping?

[backintime Graduate10 in reply to Chris9R]

sports direct do online shopping, so do Decathlon

might be worth making an effort to head to one physical shop that does online shopping as well just once for sizing and stuff, then you can order online after that

[Chris9R Graduate10 in reply to backintime]

I may have to make the effort of going to Oxford 🥴

[backintime Graduate10 in reply to Chris9R]

living in the middle of nowhere sucks eh? I empathise. I have to travel for everything except food shopping

[Oldfloss Administrator 60minGraduate]

Online.... look for sales... and Lidl and Aldi ...great gear, great prices

[bananahead in reply to Oldfloss]

I bought the Aldi running trousers recently, but they keep falling down at the back, not a pretty sight. Bra was ok though. Not sure if this of interest though,Chris?😕

[Chris9R Graduate10 in reply to bananahead]

Welll only sometime Bra’s are of interest!

[Chris9R Graduate10]

I’ll be keeping an eye on them as they are close by

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

I quite like ronhill , available online and in Cotswold outdoor

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M&M

Sportshoes.com

Start Fitness.. (Haven't used them, but I wouldn't have a problem using them)

Wiggle... I use wiggle, they do have some good stuff sometimes.

It's good to have an idea of what you want, then just type it into google.. You'll see the cheapest offer.

[Langley-Loper Graduate10]

I bought all my running clothes (shorts and long and short sleeved tops) on eBay 2 years ago when I started C25k. Most is Karrimor, Ron Hill and bought as bundles from private sellers and all has lasted very well despite being run in 3-4 times a week. If youre not fussy about colours then you can pick up some bargains.

I haven't had to buy any more stuff yet, allthough I did pick up a long sleeved merino wool top from Aldi last winter for those really cold runs. It wasn't expensive and has also lasted well. I believe in running frugally and not stuffing my drawers with things I want rather than need. I did think that running in my old gardening clothes beyond week 3 wasn't really acceptable though!

Shoes are one area where I wouldn't scrimp.

[Sandie1961 Graduate10]

Decathlon for me too, although shoes from a specialist running shop after I started getting knee pain in my cheap Sportsdirect ones!

[Runadink Graduate10]

Tescos....been washed to within an inch of there lives and still going strong

[misswobble Graduate10 in reply to Runadink]

I’ve got a Tesco burnout tee which is lovely cool and breezy, and a gorgeous Tesco fitted zip top which was a tenner. It’s so lovely you could easily go out in it 😁

[Chris9R Graduate10]

Thanks all 👍🏻 Food for thought indeed.

[misswobble Graduate10]

Oh all over the place 😃. Wiggle is fine for running gear. Sportsdirect shops and online for bargains. I get nearly all my kit from Lidl and love their stuff

Online wise, Start Fitness, Runners Need, sportsshoes.com, Decathlon. Decathlon is good I reckon and their stuff is well thought out and inexpensive. Run gear wise I really like Ron Hill but you can get that at any of the above

Shoe wise you need to get your shoes fitted for you at a proper running store,once you’ve decided that running is for you.

[JaniceG68]

Next have some nice sports t shirts (wait for sales) and my best running leggings are from Aldi. Such good price and really nice leggings.

[Runadink Graduate10]

The only thing i look for in running bottoms is the zip pocket at the back! Won't even entertain it if it doesnt have one. Small things!

[JoP61 Graduate10]

Decathlon is good for running clothes and reasonably priced. I also bought some ASICS running shoes there which were on sale.

[Seaside22]

EBay is a good source for very lightly used tops, jackets and leggings - lots of good intentions end up there, for teeny prices.

[Pwrc99]

I get mine from Decathlon too and it’s been great.

[Chris9R Graduate10]

Thanks everyone. 👍🏻😁🐐🏃🏽‍♂️

[Berksrover Graduate10]

Got some good tops from Mountain Warehouse, cheap but comfortable and effective

[Agelesslass Graduate10]

Sports Direct and TU at Sainsbury