There's nothing dorky about making sure cars see you when you're out for a run in low light, so get your 360º ...
down vest - reviews
perfect for early morning runs
I run at 6am....nearly half the year the majority of my run occurs in darkness and low light conditions. I also live in an area without street lights. High visibility clothing (highlighter neon yellow jacket, vest and tops from another brand) and this xinglet are absolute necessities. What I love about this is that it can be added on top of any top - just a tee in warmer weather or over a couple layers in colder weather....I can adjust the tightness how I need to and is comfortable over anything, can barely feel it. The best reflective gear out there, hands down.
It really is adjustable
I have to do a lot of my running before the sun comes up, and there is NO DOUBT this improves my visibility to those drivers who are barely awake themselves. I was a bit cautious about buying this, though, because I'm 5'1" and really short waisted. Many one size items don't fit me well. Not only does this snug down nicely--and I didn't notice it at all while running--but even my 6yo can wear it comfortably!
Economical
Like this for safety in bike riding. Adjustible and light weight. I am 5'4" and am a large woman >200 lbs. This fits and will adjust as my weight is going steadily down. Yea! Reasonable price, too!
It works
I run 4 days out of 5 before work, so I'm out around 6:15 a.m. when it's quite dark. I wear lots of reflective clothes and I had a blinkie light on my chest, but I was still having to dodge too many cars. I ordered this vest and it's made a difference. Drivers notice me much earlier than before. They're moving over sooner and I've only had one close call ::knock on wood:: since and that driver was not paying attention as he turned off a side street onto the road I was running down. No amount of blinkies and reflective gear make up for paying attention to cars and I make sure to get out of their way, but at the same time, I want to stand out and this vest has really helped. I adjusts nicely so that it's snug, but not too tight and it doesn't chafe. I think it's well worth the money.
Every runner must have one
I am an early morning runner year round which means 7 months of the year I'm running in the dark in the city. Light and reflective gear has always been important to me. This vest is so lightweight and highly adjustable that it's perfect! It certainly beats the traditional reflective ... market. I'm 5'8" and 130 lbs and within minutes I had the ... adjusted to ride just where I wanted it. It's also off and on in seconds. The only improvement would be a straight strap section in the front that I could clip a headlamp too. I'll work on that.
