The buzz surrounding the Garmin Forerunner 405 is finally getting to me. I want it!!! There are some issues with this though. First is the price - $299 is steep. Do-able, but steep. Second is that I'm not really the best with technology. I still have trouble recalling the splits on my little Target Timex watch. Last, I have a propensity toward buying things like this and never using them.
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First is this calf stretcher, otherwise known as the calferator. Luis actually bought this one (at footsmart.com). Great if you don't have any steps in your apartment. Luis and I both use all the time.
I bought the SPIbelt (small personal item belt) at the Chicago marathon expo. I was looking for a way to carry my phone while I ran. From the creator's website: Sleek, expandable, secure and does not bounce. Can hold an iPod™, Blackberry™, cell, keys, up to five GU™ packs, and other small personal items. The SPIbelt does not bounce, ride or shift while running or doing other activities. Agreed.
RaceReady Shorts. I wore them during all 3 marathons. I recently bought a pair of capris, and I may wear them for the Brooklyn Half. From the website: Five mesh pocket compartments, plus two velcro-closure pockets on the sides, make these shorts functional for carrying many and various items. Numerous and different items too.
The foam roller. It feels like a torture device, but it's what got me through a bad bout of IT band syndrome. I still use it to loosen up my tight hips. Runner's World has a nice article about other exercises you can do on the foam roller.
Last, but not least, the fuel belt. How I wish there was a less obtrusive way to carry fuel, but this is the best I've tried. What else can I say...it gets the job done.
But you know, I have bought a lot of running gear that I do use. Regularly. Here's some of it:
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First is this calf stretcher, otherwise known as the calferator. Luis actually bought this one (at footsmart.com). Great if you don't have any steps in your apartment. Luis and I both use all the time. 
I bought the SPIbelt (small personal item belt) at the Chicago marathon expo. I was looking for a way to carry my phone while I ran. From the creator's website: Sleek, expandable, secure and does not bounce. Can hold an iPod™, Blackberry™, cell, keys, up to five GU™ packs, and other small personal items. The SPIbelt does not bounce, ride or shift while running or doing other activities. Agreed.RaceReady Shorts. I wore them during all 3 marathons. I recently bought a pair of capris, and I may wear them for the Brooklyn Half. From the website: Five mesh pocket compartments, plus two velcro-closure pockets on the sides, make these shorts functional for carrying many and various items. Numerous and different items too. 
The foam roller. It feels like a torture device, but it's what got me through a bad bout of IT band syndrome. I still use it to loosen up my tight hips. Runner's World has a nice article about other exercises you can do on the foam roller. 
Last, but not least, the fuel belt. How I wish there was a less obtrusive way to carry fuel, but this is the best I've tried. What else can I say...it gets the job done. There is a common thread here - these things are all inexpensive and non-technical. Hmm... Plan b with the new garmin is to let Luis buy it first, mooch for a while, then decide if I need one too.
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I've been trying to track down a SpiBelt since I missed them in Chicago. Thanks!
glad to be of service!
Nice product reviews. I just added you to my list of running blogs at RunYourCity.com. Keep up the nice work.
runyourcity - thanks! I just checked out Run Your City. Love it!
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