tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post6544552367309548414..comments2024-01-12T05:15:38.548-06:00Comments on My Journey to Fit: Can You See Me Now?Shelleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-75224496450339846662014-03-09T16:16:29.608-05:002014-03-09T16:16:29.608-05:00just an fyi - that Nike jacket is now significantl...just an fyi - that Nike jacket is now significantly cheaper - on sale AND you can find an additional 20% coupon code if you search for it...Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05089283059334267970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-34815328450669476362013-11-16T10:56:47.741-06:002013-11-16T10:56:47.741-06:00Go for a bright jacket, not just a belt or straps....Go for a bright jacket, not just a belt or straps. You need someone to see that you are the shape of an actual person, not just possibly a sign or guardrail, you know? I know my eyesight has gotten much worse in the dark as I have gotten older, and I can't be the only one! :) Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06166689210558948213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-83080348536585172172013-11-14T13:53:46.664-06:002013-11-14T13:53:46.664-06:00What perfect timing seeing your post! My running ...What perfect timing seeing your post! My running buddy and I run in the dark 2 mornings a week and were just talking about buying something to wear so we won't get hit by a car! I love the little magnet lights but fear I'd forget to take them off. So now I'm off to Amazon to read about the knuckle lights!a happier girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09946104296368823743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-23088663760090975812013-11-14T11:07:22.082-06:002013-11-14T11:07:22.082-06:00What a great idea! I love the no-sew part, and th...What a great idea! I love the no-sew part, and these are so cute - thanks for the link!Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-56465547631047671152013-11-14T10:44:57.762-06:002013-11-14T10:44:57.762-06:00This looks great and could be a lot of fun! I fou...This looks great and could be a lot of fun! I found this through a link on Facebook from iRun magazine (a Canadian running magazine). They are reflective iron-ons. There are a lot of designs to customize any kind of clothing. You can put stars or flowers down the leg of your tights or shorts, jacket, the possibilities are endless. And reasonably priced. Here is the link: https://www.iondesigns.ca/ Janicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05542459403714730705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-2742859034190797032013-11-12T05:40:38.649-06:002013-11-12T05:40:38.649-06:00I can't stand a headlamp. I feel like it bobs...I can't stand a headlamp. I feel like it bobs up and down as I run. Therefore, I bought a cheap clip on light for $2.99 at Academy that I clip on to my Headsweats visor. The visor is comfortable, and I have enough light to see my path in my wooded neighborhood (that has no streetlights). I know that is more about me being able to see than cars seeing me. I have this fear that I'm going to step on a snake.<br />As for being visible to others, I wear two of the amphipod clip on lights plus my Nathan lightspur. I may be over the top, but I'd rather not be hit by a car.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18035081706529865709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-5597577547591620172013-11-11T21:44:44.422-06:002013-11-11T21:44:44.422-06:00Someone is smoking some crack at Nike! They have t...Someone is smoking some crack at Nike! They have those clothes with built in reflector patches http://www.relaxreflect.com ( i don't know if anyone else posted this)BabyWeightMyFatAsshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08872282003431478241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-34527886518732480182013-11-11T19:43:24.624-06:002013-11-11T19:43:24.624-06:00In my neighborhood, I'd be surprised NOT to se...In my neighborhood, I'd be surprised NOT to see someone running, walking or biking in the wee hours. Especially right now, with a marathon coming up in a few weeks. <br /><br />Most of the early bird/night owls have lights or reflectors on, but one guy dresses in dark clothes....and, of course, walks down the middle of a two-lane road. Grrrr.Cammy@TippyToeDiethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00547787031318303521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-72022256451848852762013-11-11T15:46:09.468-06:002013-11-11T15:46:09.468-06:00Not a bad idea; I think it might leave some sticki...Not a bad idea; I think it might leave some stickiness on the fabric, based on the couple of technical shirts I have that I've worn an adhesive name tag on. Another reader emailed me some info with sew on reflective tape; that might be an option if I could convince a sewing friend to attach it for me. :)Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-13290782210268714082013-11-11T15:44:30.483-06:002013-11-11T15:44:30.483-06:00We have a dollar store next to our running store, ...We have a dollar store next to our running store, too! Too funny...and I've never checked there for flashing lights - great idea!Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-41796509300407915692013-11-11T15:02:48.978-06:002013-11-11T15:02:48.978-06:00What about runner's reflective tape? You could...What about runner's reflective tape? You could put it on the jackets you already own. Fat Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07031210769608118992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-33976822665234306082013-11-11T11:55:56.547-06:002013-11-11T11:55:56.547-06:00I like the strappy thing, along with some kind of ...I like the strappy thing, along with some kind of light. Can you buy reflective tape? Not sure if it would be a viable option. I have no idea what it would cost, or how sticky it is (would it leave a sticky residue on your clothing?). Might be something to look in to. Also, what about checking the dollar store for small, flashing lights. Even if you had to replace them every year, would still be cheaper than ones marketed for runners. Again...no idea what is out there (in the dollar store). We have been talking about checking this out ourselves and have a dollar store right next to our running store. Just haven't got there yet! Perhaps leave a little earlier tomorrow night so we can look before our run.Janicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05542459403714730705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-84424349875775415792013-11-11T10:07:26.059-06:002013-11-11T10:07:26.059-06:00Bigger adrenaline burn of calories when you factor...Bigger adrenaline burn of calories when you factor in the creep-out, for sure! Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-41166898394870128542013-11-11T10:06:29.670-06:002013-11-11T10:06:29.670-06:00I'm not sure I could stand the weight/pressure...I'm not sure I could stand the weight/pressure of a headlamp, which is why I like the idea of the knuckle lights.Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-72977839965083532742013-11-11T10:05:49.164-06:002013-11-11T10:05:49.164-06:00LOL on the hand headlamp! LOL on the hand headlamp! Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-2883806895260276322013-11-11T10:05:16.166-06:002013-11-11T10:05:16.166-06:00Good to hear about the strappy thing's visibil...Good to hear about the strappy thing's visibility! And wearing only one of the knuckle lights, too...cool beans. My frugalness will work!<br /><br />I haven't looked at TJ Maxx for running gear - I guess once we got our real running store, I forgot about checking out my old haunt. But your jackets sounds great and a nice price, too! Will definitely take a swing through TJM this week.Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-5324383632485064862013-11-11T10:02:46.191-06:002013-11-11T10:02:46.191-06:00I think the cheap white jacket vs a specifically-r...I think the cheap white jacket vs a specifically-reflective jacket is the difference, not only in visibility but alas, in cost. <br /><br />Dark = pajamas sounds pretty cozy to me!Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-89251371593592055792013-11-11T10:00:38.963-06:002013-11-11T10:00:38.963-06:00Good idea - I'll check them out!Good idea - I'll check them out!Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-58227325516143294662013-11-11T10:00:13.654-06:002013-11-11T10:00:13.654-06:00The only reason I'm not wanting to wear a vest...The only reason I'm not wanting to wear a vest like that is I think (know) it would bug me when my arms hit the sides...I can barely tolerate wearing a race bib for that reason (just call me the sensitive runner!). <br /><br />I, too, have wanted to pull over and lecture runners who are on the wrong side of the road that they're in danger - so far I haven't, but one of these days...Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-30758995134693457142013-11-11T09:57:18.247-06:002013-11-11T09:57:18.247-06:00How funny, I never even thought to look anywhere b...How funny, I never even thought to look anywhere but the running stores/departments - thanks for the great tip!Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-75766406908629143372013-11-11T09:56:27.656-06:002013-11-11T09:56:27.656-06:00Sounds like you know what you're doing when it...Sounds like you know what you're doing when it comes to running in the dark - wise woman, Fran! :)Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890227462052573887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-18528678457466106262013-11-11T09:50:56.763-06:002013-11-11T09:50:56.763-06:00Wow, so cool to see so many options out there for ...Wow, so cool to see so many options out there for visibility!<br /><br />And I think it's VERY smart to be conscious of that. I think running in the dark earns extra bonus points, redeemable for yummy treats. I'm sure there's some scientific study somewhere that says it takes more calories to run while a little creeped out, and if not, there should be!Crabby McSlackerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12108791388350253344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-36171339761124835922013-11-11T08:17:57.627-06:002013-11-11T08:17:57.627-06:00I'd go with the vest-like option - it seems th...I'd go with the vest-like option - it seems the easiest and most cost-effective, since you could wear it with anything you already own (rather than buying a jacket and having to wash it constantly). It doesn't take long to take those off, so that seems like a pretty minor con for that option, versus others.<br /><br />I've never seen the knuckle lights before! I was just about to buy a headlamp (I rarely run in the dark, but have been more often lately), but I'm going to check into those too.Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18403024177515079403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-70713895433452718522013-11-11T07:39:04.760-06:002013-11-11T07:39:04.760-06:00I have a headlamp I carry in my hand. Which, I gu...I have a headlamp I carry in my hand. Which, I guess, is just a more expensive knuckle light. My running jacket is reflective and white, though.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02219457885959637135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3067665701316634699.post-78870258913218210672013-11-11T07:38:20.736-06:002013-11-11T07:38:20.736-06:00A friend of mine raves about the strappy thing - s...A friend of mine raves about the strappy thing - she said that drivers stop her and tell her that they could see her from really far away and ask her where she got it so they can get one. <br /><br />I have knuckle lights, and yes, you only need one. I like them better than the headlamps.<br /><br />A couple months ago, I got a Saucony Visipro jacket at Marshall's. It is bright hunter orange with lots of reflective pieces. But even cooler - it has a usb-rechargable battery pack in the pocket that connects to built-in flashing things in the jacket. It's pretty cool and has held up pretty well so far -- I was skeptical of washing a jacket that had built-in lights but it seems to work fine. I'm sure it would have been pricey at list price, but I think it was like $40 at Marshall's. ZozoRetrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17814756385142193993noreply@blogger.com