More products have been added to the range which has been cleverly designed to enable the runner to be seen up to 600 feet away with strategically placed combinations of fluorescence, contrasting colours and retroreflective material. The clever use of these features enables you to easily be recognized as a runner and works morning and night. Being more visible means you’re less restricted with your running timeslots, adding peace of mind when you head out the door after daylight hours. With the darker nights well and truly drawn in, it’s possible your only option is to run in the dreary early morning or dark nights. Now you can do so with confidence. Brooks’ survey says… Three quarters of runners would run in the dark more with the right gear The latest update of its Run Visible Collection is Brooks’ answer to a growing demand for suitable running apparel, shoes and accessories for runners who want to run after sunset or at dawn. Research amongst 3.639 of runners from 7 countries shows that 34% runs in the dark from time to time, whereas 21% indicates they only do this when wearing lights and/or reflective gear to be visible. 31% has never run before sunset or sundown. 74% stressed that they would be ready to do this more often if they could wear the right gear, enabling them to be seen in traffic. A reason not to run, is that runners are afraid for their own safety (56%), fear they are not visible enough (34%) or that it’s either too early or too late to run (25%). If runners decide to run during this time of day, 78% wear the right gear, such as a headlight and reflecting apparel. Moreover, 81% takes extra precautions to make sure they are seen at low-light conditions. Reasons why runners like to run at this time of day, is that the streets are quieter (44%), because it is the only time they are able to run (39%) and because it is more relaxing for them (32%). Cold or hot? Light and dark. Brave the cold or run in the heat The Run Visible collection is aimed at both men and women and consists of versatile pieces for hot and cold weather. Within the apparel range you can choose from several types of Run Visible tops, ranging from both thermal and lightweight jackets and vests to long sleeves, short sleeves and also a tank top. The jacket has a special feature, as it converts into a vest. For the bottom you can pick Run Visible tights or shorts. Whether you want to brave the cold weather or run in the heat, the strategic retro reflectivity helps you to be recognised as a runner in the dark or low light. Choose from the reflective, Ghost 14, Glycerin 20 and Glycerin GTS 20 to match the apparel. With fluorescent accents and comfort for miles, this gear is always the bright choice. Top it off with the right reflective Run Visible accessories and nothing can stop you from running more miles in the dark. If you’re going to be anything when you run, be seen! The Run Visible Collection consists of performance running apparel, shoes and accessories and is available from www.brooksrunning.com/en_gb. 11 REVIEW : RUN VISIBLE Be seen with Brooks’ Run Visible Collection The Brooks Running Run Visible collection just got bigger and better.
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