After a long year of miles, races, tough workouts and even the occasional ache along the way, the time to treat yourself to a Black Friday discounted piece of tech or apparel is finally here. From watches, to gels, headphones and more, we’ve compiled a guide of picks that won’t compromised your budget. Instead, take a look at a list of deals that are tough to look past when it comes to grabbing the gear that will head with you into the new year.
Hydro Flask Water Bottle
The popular Hydro Flask water bottle gets a generous 25 percent price drop in a four sizes from 24 to 64 ounces and comes in a range of colors to add even more of a personal touch to a daily driver staple that will be a regular gym companion.
According to Hydro Flask, the bottles provide 24 hours of cold drink due to its double-wall vacuum insulation, won’t leak when the cap is closed, fits most car cupholders, is dishwasher safe, meets the durability test and the smaller bottles can be easily be opened and closed with one hand.
$29.96-$48.71 at Amazon
Hydro Flask Water Bottle
Garmin Forerunner 265 Watch
If it’s time for a watch upgrade, the Garmin Forerunner 265 is easily the best bang for the buck watch option of the season at an all-time low price that is too good to pass up. At $299 and down from the usual $449 price, the Forerunner 265 is a feature-rich watch that is more than a step above entry level offerings from other brands, including Garmin, and boasts multi-band GPS, a vivid 1.3-inch AMOLED touchscreen and 20 hours in constant GPS mode.
Under normal settings the Forerunner 265 (available in 42mm and 46mm sizes) will ride on a generous 13 days of battery life, pairs effortlessly with the Garmin Connect platform and keeps an eye on health with body battery monitoring, sleep score, menstrual cycle tracking, breathing variations insights, pulse oximeter and recovery time recommendations.
$299.99 at Amazon
Garmin Forerunner 265 Watch
SHOKZ OpenFit 2 Headphones
The personal audio arena is packed with seemingly a ton of contenders for sound quality, durability and price but the SHOKZ OpenFit 2 headphones are a worthy contender and at 119.95 — and 33 percent off — those choice comes down to black or beige variant. The OpenFit 2 meet the needs to a run or gym duties and stay secure with earhooks. At just 9.4 grams, each earbud stays in place without feeling heavy.
Under the hood, the Shokz DualBoost composite drivers continually pump out rich bass. The units are IP55-rated water resistant and the Open-Ear Air Conduction Awareness system keeps runners and cyclists in tune with their surroundings. The OpenFit 2 as 11 hours on a single charge and 10-minute of charge will boost the earbuds an extra 2 hours. Tactile buttons on either unit will adjust volume, skip song, take calls and switch between two paired devices.
$119.95 at Amazon
SHOKZ OpenFit 2 Headphones
GU Energy Stroopwafel Variety Pack
Proper fuel (or an energy packed snack) during a long run is non-negotiable to keep the miles rolling and the GU Energy Sports Energy Waffle is a flavorful Dutch-style stroopwafel that helps pack in the carbs. The variety pack contains 16 packages of four of the Salted Chocolate, Caramel Coffee, Salty’s Caramel and Wild Berry flavors.
The waffels are a sandwich of two thin wafers with rich syrup in between that can serve as a gel alternative before of after a workout.
$22.87 for a 16-pack at Amazon
GU Energy Stroopwafel Variety Pack
Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2
Recovery after a workout gets a big boost with the Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2, which get a price cut to $109 from $139 in time for a long winter of miles to wrap the rest of the year. The Hypervolt Go 2 is available in black or grey, weighs just 1.5 pounds (680 grams), is powered via USB-C on a battery that can last three hours on a single charge. The device has three speed modes of percussion and comes with 2 head attachments (bullet and flat).
$109 at Amazon
Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2
WHOOP 5.0
The Whoop 5.0 is the latest iteration of the company’s popular “headless” fitness and health tracker that don’t have screens like a smartwatch and continuously monitor a range of metrics like sleep, heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, menstrual cycle and VO2 max. The Black Friday price for the tracker with a 12-month “Peak” membership dips to $199 — down from $239 — and offers 14 days of battery life in a package that can be customize with a wide range of stylish bands.
$199 at Amazon
WHOOP 5.0/MG
Honey Stinger Fruit Smoothie Gel – 24-pack
Whether in the late stages of marathon or a weekend long run, getting enough fuel to finding a proper finish is critical and that’s where a handful of gels make their mark. And every runner knows the most effective gels don’t come cheap, so Honey Stinger’s 24-pack of its Fruit Smoothie flavor is the perfect chance to stock up on energy for future miles.
$24.44 for a 24-pack at Amazon
Honey Stinger Fruit Smoothie Energy Gel
Nathan SpeedDraw Plus Water Bottle
The Nathan SpeedDraw Plus is a must-have on those long runs when water fountains are out of reach and is a versatile companion that goes beyond a few sips before its completely empty. The flask holds 18 ounces of liquid in a double-wall insulated design that keep fluids cold for a refreshing mid-run drink. The SpeedDraw Plus is fitted with an outer reflective pouch that can stash keys, a smaller phone, ID or card case and the side thumb hole ensures the flask will remain secure from the first to last step.
$27.99 at Amazon
Nathan SpeedDraw Plus Water Bottle
Osprey Katari 1.5L Backpack
The Osprey Katari backpack has been a trusted staple in the trail running and cycling scene but is also a go-to bag for road running commuters who want a small, light and stealthy option to carry a few items without feeling weighed down. The Katari, like many Osprey packs, comes in a range of sizes but the 1.5 liter version hits the sweet spot with room for an included fluid reservoir with magnetic bite valve attachment and sturdy sternum strap that keeps the bag shifting from side to side.
And while this version of the bag is meant for a low-profile fit, packing a few items like clothes and snacks can be done hassle free. The elongated, contoured design fits well and features padded straps that are wide and ventilated.
$51.93 at Amazon
Osprey Katari 1.5L Backpack
Under Armour Storm Liner Gloves
Fall and winter means colder temperatures outside and the Under Armour Storm Liner is a great base layer glove that is not bulky and can be easily removed after getting warmed up on the run. A thicker glove or mitten can easily fit on top of the Storm Liner, which is made of a soft and stretchy blend of polyester and elastane. The palm area has a rubberize texture to help with grip and the Tech Touch fabric on the thumbs and index fingers allow you to touch phone screens without taking the gloves off.
$18.75 at Amazon
Under Armour Storm Liner Gloves
Withings Body Smart scale
The Withings Body Smart gets a price trim on a scale that won’t break the bank and combines a loaded set of health insights in a device that gives a comprehensive analysis of body fat, water percentage, muscle mass, bone mass and lean mass. The scale automatically recognizes and tracks up to eight users and all data syncs to the Withings app, which displays cardiovascular insights, nutrition tracking and provides a detailed glimpse at setting weight goals.
$109.95 at Amazon
Withings Body Smart scale
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier (16-count)
Liquid I.V.’s Hydration Multiplier is a scientifically formulated solution to pack in electrolytes, vitamins and nutrients and and is free from GMOs and artificial flavoring. One stick of Hydration Multiplier in 16 ounces of water is the equivalent to the same hydration as drinking 2 to 3 bottles of water.
$19.59 at Amazon
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier
TriggerPoint GRID foam roller
TriggerPoint’s GRID foam rollers are a major upgrade over standard (and cheaper) options that might just do the job — and eventually lose shape from repeated use. The GRID roller is trusted by numerous physical therapists, coaches, trainers and athletes and is built with a rigid, hollow core that is rated for up to 500 pounds. At 26 inches in length there’s no worry of slipping off of this roller, which has a series of ridges that target numerous points at the same time in a unit that is wrapped in dense foam that maintains it durability.
$52.49 at Amazon
TriggerPoint GRID foam roller
