Arc’teryx Motus Crew
Arc鈥檛eryx鈥檚 featherweight and silky-smooth synthetic has understated reflective accents on the chest and sleeves. Odor-fighting silver-ion treatment ups the price, but your spouse will appreciate the results.
SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Minis
After six months of steady field testing, SmartWool鈥檚 ankle-height have yet to stretch out or pill. If there鈥檚 a better pair of three-season running socks, we haven鈥檛 found them.
Pearl Izumi Fly Barrier WXB
Thanks to a mix of soft-shell fabrics and subtle venting on the chest and back, Pearl Izumi鈥檚 form-fitting, waterproof jacket is one of the most breathable foul-weather running shells we鈥檝e ever tested.
Saucony Speed Run
cap is essentially all mesh, making it one of the lightest and most breathable running hats we鈥檝e worn. The easy-to-adjust-on-the-fly elastic cinch cord in the back is a nice touch.
Suunto Ambit
It鈥檚 not small or cheap, but , its first integrated heart-rate-monitor-and-GPS-enabled watch, is a seriously cool tool. Testers especially loved the altimeter and thermometer functions and extra-long battery life (up to 100 hours).
Patagonia Strider
Patagonia鈥檚 wispy shorts are supportive without being restrictive, while the five-inch inseam offers plenty of coverage without getting in the way of your gait.
Salomon XT Skin Pro 3 Set
Salomon鈥檚 impressively light (just 11.6 ounces) three-liter hydration pack has a low-profile design that keeps its 1.5-liter reservoir close to your body, preventing excessive sloshing.