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Does anyone have any recommendations for good running clothes?

when i say good i mean fashionable lol I have a few Adidas pieces but i dont want to look like im head to toe in brand names.

Id like some shorts and more tights and maybe a long sleeve top type thing.

but any shops or brand ideas would be welcome :)

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I find sports direct is good for cheaper less branded running wear. I have a few karrimor items from there.

I also have a light hi vis running jacket from aldi for the dark nights. They often have running gear on sale.

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to Hezzabelle

I cant believe how much aldi is mentioned....never in a million years thought of there!

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Kingo

I have two unique pairs of ugly shorts.

canterburynz.com.au/product...

The are so awful, every pair unique , and I love them :-)

But am a 65 year old man. Does that make a difference?

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to Kingo

Oh wow they are so cool!! Haha

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Jaynew01

Definitely sports direct..... And amazon, they have good and reasonably priced running gear :-)

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omlette

Definitely Aldi. All my running clothes come from Aldi. Good for cycling gear too. Black running trousers, hi vis long sleeved tops and jackets. No writing.

Just watch the sizing - their women's clothes are cut small. I buy men's.

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to omlette

I never even new aldi sold clothes! Seems to be recommended highly so I will defo have a look!

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NarmourGraduate

Decathlon is really good for cheap, good running gear. Not sure about fashionable though!! is there even a fashionable, when it comes to running gear? I think if you are worried about looking fashionable you are not running hard enough.As anyone who is sweating profusely and has a beetroot face will know, how fashionable your clothes are is the last thing on your mind!!

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to Narmour

Exactly...when im a sweaty mess at least I know my clothes look good and I look half decent. Who says running doesnt have to be stylish! :D

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I like Nike stuff, but I buy it from Sports Direct, much cheaper than the high street and quick delivery.

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to Tready

Nike is great I got my 1st tights from them and they are so supportive and comfy when im running!! Also got a nike jacket the other day which looks fab!

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andi22Graduate

I get a lot of my stuff in TKMaxx. You have to trawl a bit and go in regularly but I have been very lucky with some quality pieces at reasonable prices. I got some Lidl running trousers last year which are brilliant for the cold weather as they have a layer in the thighs which keeps the wind out. Like Aldi though, they do come up very small. i.e. I am a size 12 and the 14/16 is still tight on me. Another place I've discovered is GAP.

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to andi22

Didnt even think of tkmaxx! Its worth a look ill give it a go :)

Try thinking outside the box, or whatever the expression is. Try the likes of Rab. I use a Rab top for running year round. Long sleeve T in summer with sleeves pulled up if it's hot, and down if it's cold; a short sleeve T over the top if it's colder! Good material (which is more important than fashion), and not Gore prices either!

Pop to Go Outdoors and have a look.

PS. Go also have a good price match facility!

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We have a massive go outdoors where I live but ive never been in! I will give it a go thank you!

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They cater for so many activities, but they sometimes have really good deals of last-season running shoes etc as well.

As I said, if you find it cheaper elsewhere, they will meet the price and beat it by 10%. I have had two incredible buys using this.

The only drawback is that they do charge £5 for thier discount card, which lasts a year. I see it like an investment as I have saved SO much.

Goo luck, and happy running!

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DeepnGreen

The reason why Sports Direct is so cheap is because all their staff are treated so badly with 90% being on zero hours contracts with no holiday or sick pay. If you cannot afford to go anywhere else, at least complain about the way they treat their staff secure.38degrees.org.uk/pag... .

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JenwrenarmGraduate in reply to DeepnGreen

...and if you buy something from them and it doesn't fit you they NEVER give you your money back; only a gift card and then never have the stock you want in store to redeem it. Make sure you always try it on first.

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Sarah-AGraduate

I usually get my branded stuff from Sports Direct, although I popped in *ahem* Primark at the weekend and was really suprised to find they have some workout/running gear in there. I got some long leggings/tights (which are only available in a light grey) for just £9. They have a small pocket on the bum (like most running stuff), a small amount of reflective strips and a coral waistband with draw-string. I wore them last night and they are great! Wish I'd bought the cropped version too now.

They also stocked some sleeveless running tops that were equally cheap and also seemed good quality. They had a matching coral to the leggings waistband if you like to match :)

PS. I know some people don't like this store due to ethical reasons.

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to Sarah-A

I love primark forgot about their sports stuff...never looked before but I will in future!

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redrunningGraduate

Matalan have some nice running gear, under their 'Leisurewear' section, running tights (called Active Leggings) are £14 and feel really nice on. My other gear is from Aldi or sportsshoes.com and good old ebay!

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to redrunning

Matalan is another store I never go in but we have a massive one where I live!...I will defo go in soon!

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M+S have surprisingly good womens running stuff at ok prices. I have asked for some under armour hat/gloves/earbansd stuff for Christmas from my hubby! wiggle.co.uk/ladies/under-a...

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Lush__xGraduate in reply to runsandknits

Didnt even think of M&S and they will be good quality too! Will check them out thanks :D

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bikertj1981Graduate

I was debating on where to get my running gear - after these comments i think i will try Aldi.

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Lush__xGraduate

Loads of great ideas guys thanks so much! Wouldnt of even thought of most of then so I cant wait to go shopping now! :D

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LandesmanGraduate

If you want fashionable stuff my daughter rates sweatybetty highly.

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