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fitness gear for women - 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.
great
This a great addition to my morning running gear. After a near miss while running in the dark I figured I need to swallow my pride and wear one of those tacky vests. After searching the internet and reading many reviews I found this and I LOVE it! I don't even know I am wearing it and I don't look like a total goober or bus driver either! No moving or rubbing and I can wear it over a t shirt or a thicker jacket. Would highly recommend if you run on the road in the dark.
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!
Comfortable, adjustable
LOVED this product. I recently ran a relay with other women of different sizes and it was SO easy to adjust quickly for each person. It is really comfortable, stretchy and doesn't chafe at all. Highly recommend!
Run at night with confidence
Finally - I can run at night/early morning and feel safe. This vest is awesome and perfect for anybody who bikes, walks, or runs in the dark. I love how adjustable it is and that it fits perfectly no matter how many layers I have on. My boyfriend has been borrowing mine and it is easily fits both of us. It is super reflective - I tried it out a home with a flashlight before going outside. I feel much more secure knowing I am very visible to vehicles. Highly recommended!
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.
Fantastic piece for dark fall/winter runs/walks
This really reflects! With this and a headlamp I know I will be seen on a dark fall/winter run/walk. The fit is comfortable and it's easy to wear - simply adjust to your size once and then just snap it on. It stays in place, doesn't ride up, and once on a run I usually forget I'm wearing it. Thank you, Athleta, for offering safety items that work and look great!
perfect
for my small frame, this vest fit perfect w/out flopping around ... and mine has a pocket on the chest that holds my iPhone still perfectly! it IS the perfect vest, as others have said!! and it was "Ragnar Approved" ;)
Worth every cent - this is THE one to have!
I used to work in a running store and we sold several reflective vests including this one. I PROMISE you this is the best one...it doesn't get in your way, you can adjust it and it is SUPER reflective from far away. Plus, it has the little pocket in front so you can put a key or gel... I see way more women running in dark clothing in the early morning or night (which is awesome in and of itself), but please wear one even if you feel you look dorky! Cars will go out of their WAY to go around you!
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 vests on the market. I'm 5'8" and 130 lbs and within minutes I had the vest 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.
a must have
every runner needs one of these! this harness is compact and increases visiblity without adding weight, bulk, or noise; you will forget you are even wearing it, it is *that* minimal. Looking at the photo I was getting flashbacks of the nerve wracking contraptions I carried my kids in when they were babies! But thankfully this is nothing like that: simply slip it over your head and fasten in front with a click on each side for a secure fit that stays put mile after mile. It doesn't ride up and I like that I can wear it over anything in all weather conditions, a major plus in my varied climate. I am 5'3" 128lbs and wear the shoulder straps on the smallest setting so I think it would fit a large range of body types/heights. It also packs light since it can be easily rolled up and folded
