Over the past year I have fallen in love with GoLite's products. They are probably best known for their camping and hiking gear, but I have started turning to them for my running gear.
That squeal you hear? That's the sound I make each time I open a package from GoLite. I am constantly impressed by the quality of their products. I can run in them and wash and run and wash to my hearts content and they still look as nice as the day I got them.
So, when I was offered some cold weather gear I of course jumped at the chance, and ignored the fact that the odds of me needing it in Austin were pretty slim.
Well guess what? It snowed in Austin last week!
That tiny bit of snow shut down the city. And while everyone else was using it as an excuse to bundle up inside, I was THRILLED. I could FINALLY test out my cold weather gear.
So I made my poor husband stand outside in a windchill of 9 degrees,taking pictures, as I happily ran. (there was a smile on MY face,but pretty sure HE wasn't smiling)
Their Wind River Softshell Jacket is my new go-to jacket. It's water resistant, has zippered pockets and adjustable closures at the wrist.
Best of all, I feel like a stud when I wear it. Not sure why, but it brings out the Italian sports car driver in me. Makes me want to pop my collar and show off my greasy chest hair.
Men, your version is just as snazzy
So, that's pretty cool, right? But the jacket will only keep your UPPER body warm. GoLite wants YOU to get out and hit the trails no matter the weather, and you certainly can't do that without pants on. I happen to be in love with their Sanitas Run Pant. They are semi-fitted, so they are comfortable without being bulky. Fitted, without being obscene. My favorite part is the zippered ankles.
Sidenote: One of the things I most appreciate about GoLite is their commitment to the environment. I see a lot of companies starting to make small efforts to be more environmentally friendly. The unique thing about GoLite is that their whole company is BUILT on green concepts. Check out more about their values and the programs they have in place HERE.
GIVEAWAY:One lucky person will win a GoLite Wind River Jacket and a pair of their Sanitas Run Pants. Ends midnight 2/20. Winner drawn by random number generator. I'm giving you tons of ways to enter.
EACH "ENTRY" MUST HAVE A SEPARATE COMMENT TO BE COUNTED.
1. Go to GoLite.com and tell me what gear piques your interest. What would you like me to review in the future?
2. "Like" my Facebook HERE.(yes,I've been living under a rock and just got a facebook for my blog. Feel free to make fun of me )
3. Tell me how you stay active in cold weather.
4. "Like" GoLite on Facebook HERE.
5. Tell me what features you look for when choosing running gear. (pockets for me!)
6. Tell me why you NEED cold weather gear.
7. Spread the word: (separate comment for each)
-link this giveaway on your blog
-link this giveaway on facebook status
-send out this tweet WITH LINK(tweeting can be done daily)
Wow, @TriciaRunning's GoLite #running gear #giveaway is HUGE http://tinyurl.com/4ve5vx3
(FTC disclaimer:I was given GoLite gear to review.However,the swagger produced by wearing the jacket is all my own)