Try It Tuesday: OrangeMud Hydraquiver VP1

Disclaimer: I received an Orange Mud Hydraquiver VP1 to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

I fell in love with the idea of the Orange Mud HydraQuiver Vest Packs long before I had one.  I watched other runners with them and, thought they look just a little odd at first, the more I heard the more I knew I needed one.  Just like the founder of Orange Mud, I went through a lot of different water carrying options and none seemed to work for me.  My shoulders are already bad, so handhelds for more than a couple miles were out of the question.  The belts I tried bounced and rode up and I spent more time walking and fidgeting trying to get them right than I spent actually running....which to me pretty much defeats the purpose.  I got an off brand backpack bladder style system that I liked, but I didn't like not being able to see how much water I had left.  Having run out of water on a run a couple times before I get very nervous about it, especially when the Florida heat index seems to climb unbelievably high.  The nail in that coffin was the fact that I am not always a responsible adult and sometimes forgot to empty out the water bladder in a timely fashion which can be pretty much impossible to clean.

So, while I had fallen in love with the idea of the HydraQuiver, I was nervous that using it wouldn't be as magical as I hoped and that I would be back to square one.  I have never ever been more happy to be wrong!

Styles
I tested out the VestPack1.  There is also a VestPack2, a Hydraquiver, and a Hydraquiver Double Barrel.
The VestPack options have an additional strap in the front and two additional pockets on the front. I loved the added pockets for all my goodies and the strap fit me well.  They do recommend that women with larger busts might be more comfortable in the Hydraquiver series as they strap may not fit as well.  I certainly didn't notice an issues!

Size
I love when shopping is made easy and it's a one size actually does fit pretty much all kind of deal.  The Hydradquiver VP1 fit me, fit Charlie, and fit Hank (sorta).

What It Holds

Obviously the amount of water you carry depends on whether you choose the single or double barrel model.  I am already saving up to get the double barrel version for the next time I take on ultra training, but for most purposes the single bottle is more than sufficient.  I just used it for a 7 mile trail run with a friend.  It was 80 degrees, humid and we were both drinking from the one bottle and it lasted us until the end of the run.  Being able to see how much water you are drinking and how much you have left does also help you to plan ahead and ration your water!  

The pockets are also phenomenal.  For that 7 mile run I was carrying two phones, two sets of car keys, two granola bars, almonds, tissues, and four pack of fruit snacks with plenty of room to spare.

As I make the transition to eating more "real" food while running (rather than GUs and such), the pockets have been indispensable.

Feel

OK now for the kicker.  Everything can seem just right with a system until you actually put it all on and try to run with it.  Things can fall apart pretty quickly from that point.  Is it hot? Does it bounce? Can I reach my water? Is it heavy and awkward? Does it chafe? The list goes on and on.  After the first mile in this pack I was ecstatic and just got more pleased from there. It doesn't bounce, chafe, heat up your whole back, weigh you down or leak all over.  And I was able to reach the bottle and put it back on the first try.  I intentionally did my first test of the taking the bottle out and replacing it maneuver when nobody was around but I was shocked that I never fumbled around for it and was able to grab it and put it back on the first try! And if you have met me you know coordination is not high on my list of skills.  

The fact that the pack sits up high between your shoulder blades also means that it doesn't throw of your balance or make you feel like you are carrying a lot of weight.  I love taking it out on trails because I know it isn't going to get in my way.

During my 50k it also kept my hands free for other things....like eating at aid stations ;)

As far as fit is concerned, if you want something that you can adjust once and pretty much forget you are carrying, this is the pack for you!

Quality

To start with, the Orange Mud packs are made in California, USA.  Any business that keeps their production local is a winner in my book!  The creator of the pack is also a runner so they are made to hold up to the things runners do.  All of the parts of my pack have performed beautifully so far and I have not had any issues with the construction of the pack.  It is, however, reassuring that Orange Mud stands behind their products and will work with you to replace or repair anything that goes wrong!  Be sure to check out their "About Us" page to see more about how the packs are made and their guarantee!

Overall

I absolutely 100% recommend the Hydraquiver VP1!  I am madly in love with mine and can't believe how much simpler it makes carrying water and fuel on my runs!

Have questions I didn't answer? Let me know!

Want to try one for yourself? Use the code 'BIBRAVE' to save 15%!

2XU Elite MCS Compression Tights Review and Discount!

Disclaimer: I received 2XU Elite MCS Compression tights to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

I recently had the opportunity to test out the 2XU Elite MCS Compressions Tights!

I will be the first to admit that I was a little skeptical about the real benefits of compression tights.  They look cool and the science sounded pretty convincing, but I was honestly not perpared for how amazing these pants were for my legs.
 

From a technical standpoint, these tights are fascinating.  Different fabrics and Muscle Containment Stamping (MCS) are used to target specific areas of the leg to pretect against muscle trauma during exercise and to increase the recovery benefits to those muscle groups.

From a non-technical standpoint, I was told they made me look like a superhero.  So you won't hear any complaints from me!

I wore my 2XU tights for a few short runs and lounging around the house to ward of minor pains and thought they were probably working, but it wasn't until after a particularly painful long run that I became a true believer in the pure magic of these pants.  I beat up my legs pretty badly on a tough longer run and was hobbling around pretty badly.  I decided to wing it and wear my tights under my khakis for work.




While it might not be a fashion choice that will be heading for big runways, I was able to run another three miles that night after work and my legs felt brand new.

It wasn't a fluke either.  I had to get ready for the Urban Bourbon Half pretty quickly since I had not been training as well as I should have, so a lot of my long runs were brutal and my legs hated me by the time I was done.  Wearing the 2XU Elite MCS Compression pants is probably the only way I was able to get ready for the race in time.

To take it one step further, they may be the reason I was able to make it though the hilly course in Kentucky without lasting pain.  Don't get me wrong. These tights will not suddenly make you invincible. You will not be able to go qualify for Boston tomorrow without training.  But they will do wonders when it comes to giving your body the resources it needs to recover properly.  I have never been good at giving myself time to recover.  I want immediate results and I think these are about as close as you can get.  When I end a run knowing I ought to be sore for days after, I am so glad I can put these pants on and be ready to roll again in significantly less time.

Another perk of these tights is that, in spite of the fact that they are long pants, they are not terribly thick and do not get unbearably hot when running. I wore them running on hot days and was no worse off than I would have been in shorts!
 
Overall, I am in love with my 2XU Elite MCS tights and can't stop telling all my friends about them!
If you want to try your own pair, use the code: BIBRAVE20 to save 20% off your purchase (this actually works site wide and not just on the pants!)
If you have questions about my experience with these pants please let me know...I will be happy to talk your ear off about them as well!

Urban Bourbon Half Marathon Race Recap!

Disclaimer: I received a free entry to the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

I have been trying to figure out where to start in sharing my recap of this race with yall for ages.  I'm not kidding when I say I spent a huge portion of my 15+ hour drive home drafting this post in my head.  Words just cannot do justice to how amazing this weekend was!

I am going to be breaking down the weekend into three separate posts, so stay tuned this week to hear about the before and after...for today I am focusing on the race itself!

For those who are not familiar, the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon takes place in Louisville, KY ergo the bourbon aspect. Being in Louisville it was a little chillier than I am used to, but the break from crazy humidity was very very welcome.

The Pre-Race
Erica and I walked/ran to the race start since we were staying only a little over a mile away and met up with Angie and Josh. 

Photo credit to Angie at marathang.wordpress.com

From the sounds of things, there was ample parking though you did have to pay for it.  I put my bag in the gear check right away since it was not nearly as chilly as I expected and I didn't need my jacket.  The volunteers were very efficient and were actually nice enough to get my bag back out for me when I realized I had left my Ziploc bag for my phone in my gear bag (oops) and it was supposed to rain.  We were all a little surprised that there was no crazy rush of people getting lined up in the starting area. While there was definitely a good/excited atmosphere there were very few people getting an early start into the corrals.  The portapotty lines looked pretty long, but the race crew were making announcements of where bathroom facilities could be located.  I didn't need them, so I can't say for sure how quickly the lines moved.  When they made the 10 minutes till start time announcement there was suddenly a mad dash to get in the starting area.  There were no side entrances to the chute so it was a little bit chaotic.  It might have been nice to be able to go in through the side....but if people had lined up earlier it would also not have been an issue! There were no designated corrals or anything, but there were plenty of pacers and, from what I noticed when we got going, people overall did a good job of lining up with their expected pace and there was minimal dodging.  Before the start a trumpeter played My Old Kentucky Home (I hope! If you were there and I got the song wrong please let me know!) then the National Anthem.

Since Louisville is known for horse racing, it was a very fun way to start the race and not something you find at many races in other places!

The Race
The Urban Bourbon course was very fun because it took you through downtown Louisville, Cherokee Park, and past some very nice houses.  It felt like a running tour of the town and I absolutely loved it.  The thing I was probably most excited for when planning for this race was the fact that Autumn actually happens in Louisville.  Cherokee Park did not disappoint! 

The views were incredible it was so peaceful.  There were a few spectators here and there, but overall the part of the run that went through the park was quiet and I loved being able to get in a groove and just run while taking in the fall leaves.  If you are totally over fall that may not sound like much, but coming from Central Florida it was a real treat.
Of course the park also contained the part of the race I had been most worried about: the hills.  Looking at the elevation profile, I and my flat land friends were a bit perplexed by the huge spike in the middle.  I thought perhaps it was a bridge/overpass or that the rest of the hills were small and just made this one look exceptionally large by comparison.  No. That was not the case at all. The rolling hills in the beginning were actually enjoyable.  Then I got to the big hill and my heart sank just a bit.  It was a struggle but I made my way to the top and was never more glad to see a downhill in my life.  If I was still living in NC I am sure this hill would be much less daunting.  It was not exceptionally large or steep, but this past weekend it did take a toll on my legs.
In the park there was also a turnaround point though this was not an out and back course. (Thank goodness because that would have meant doing the hill twice! I was really excited to see Josh as I was going the first was and Erica after I turned around.  Though tight turns are not my favorite, they had an aid station at the corner so it was logical to slow down and walk through anyways.
My goal going into the race was to finish under 2:30 if possible.  Having seen the elevation profile I knew this was a bit of a stretch because I have not trained for any amount of elevation at all.  I went out faster than I should have and ran a 10 something first mile.  As much as I know I should not have done that, I was feeling so good in the cooler weather and less humidity that I just let it happen.  I am not trying to beat any speed records.  There was no chance I would win the race.  I am thankful that I went out too fast because it felt so fantastic.  It was exactly what I love about running.  That said, as the humidity rose towards the end of the race, I was wishing I could have bottled some of that feeling to get me through.  I passed a runner who was down at mile 11 receiving medical care.  Though there were ample water/powerade stops, the weather was deceptive and it was easy to think that since it was not hot you did not need water every time if you were not used to running in humidity.  I actually slowed down at the last water stop to drink two cups of water because I could feel the air getting thicker and I was not taking any chances!
The end of the race brought you back onto main street and there was even a balloon arch over the marker for mile twelve! 

Being in the more populated area, there were more spectators in this area and they were lining the sides of the road for the last bit into the finish!  I will never ever stop being thankful for the people that stand there and cheer.  My legs were tired but my heart was so full.  As terribly cheesy as I know that sounds, I am the one who always comes close to tears at the finish line. The sense of accomplishment combined with the support of complete strangers just blows my mind and I hope I never lose that feeling.  This was a race that made me fall even deeper in love with running and racing.

The After Party
If you are anything like me, the moments after a long race/run are pretty much a blur.  I suddenly had a medal and was walking  towards tables loaded down with water, powerade, bananas and Panera bagels.  Are the medals not awesome?! Plus they are all hand-dipped...which is saying something with about 3000 runners!

  In my daze I passed on the bagel which makes me a little sad now!  I did get a banana, water, and powerade so it wasn't a total loss.  This was also my first race where they were giving out heat sheets which I was very grateful for.  The humidity and hills had gotten my temperature up, but the rain was starting to come in and the air was cooler than I had realized!  I met back up with the other pros and we hung out through the Bourbon Bash on the Belvedere.  I mean who doesn't love a race with a big party after?  There was a live band and each runner got a wristband with little tabs that pulled off.  There were 4 bourbon tickets, a beer ticket, a pizza ticket, and a burgoo ticket.  The High Five Donuts truck was also there selling their donuts. 

 Spectators were allowed to buy wristbands and enjoy the party as well.  I will say that the beer line was disappointingly long and the pizza ran out.  That said, they did go get more pizza (which I have never seen a race do) and both issues were already addressed on Facebook by that evening or the next day which I thought was fantastic. 

 The bourbon tasting lines were pretty much nonexistent so that was a big plus!  It was also fun that they included burgoo which is a Kentucky stew that I had never heard of before.  I don't think I will make it at home, but it was pretty good and fun to try.  Overall, the after party was a lot of fun! The music was good and there was room for everyone to spread out.  The heat sheets were being put to good use as picnic blankets by more than a handful of people!

Photo credit also to Angie :)

After the after party there were even more events that I will cover in part 3 of my weekend recap! I had such an amazing experience with this race there was no way to pour it all into one post!

Overall this is a race that I plan to run again and again. I am already recruiting friends to road trip up with me next year!  Everyone working with the Louisville Sports Commission and the race were so friendly and helpful.  Of course it helped that the course was amazing and the bourbon after didn't hurt!

Did you run the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon? Let me know what you thought of it! And don't forget to share your review on Bibrave.com!

Wigwam Socks Review

Disclaimer: I received Wigwam socks to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

Let's talk socks!  They see so simple right? You put them between your feet and your shoes and off you go...except it never seems to be quite that easy.  It doesn't help that there are about a million styles of socks on the market so trying them all can be exhausting and a financial strain.

While I have never had a real problem with the socks I wear for running (at least not on the level of people that end up with massive blisters, missing toenails, etc.) I had also never found a pair that I really really loved.  So, when I got the chance to try something new  as a BIbRave Pro I was excited for the opportunity.

Wigwam gave me the opportunity to try out the Lightning Pro low-cut socks ultralight.  It's like they read my mind on sock preference because I love thin socks with just a little more thickness in the bottom which is exactly how these are!

Now I am a new sock lover.  If I was rich I would wear a new pair of socks every day.  There is just something so nice about putting on a new, clean pair of socks.  Am I weird or do other people feel this way too?


Obviously I put these on to run in a few minutes after I got them in the mail and I like to think I put them through their paces right from that first run.  It's Central Florida and I was running after noon so of course it was hot, humid, and raining.  If bad things are going to happen to your feet that is prime weather for it.  I was beyond thrilled with these socks.  My shoes were soaked through but the Wigwam socks were thin enough that they did not give you that "soggy sock sensation." If you run in the rain you know what I mean.  If you don't run in the rain, lucky you I guess haha.

Just to make sure it wasn't the new sock obsession coloring my opinion, I continued to wear my Wigwam socks for runs throughout the week and just loved them more and more even as they began to look less and less new.

 I like that they are thin and do not add bulk inside my shoes since my feet are wide and my shoes tend to be snug.  The mesh on the top also helps to keep my feet cool in the not so fall like weather.  And after many many wet runs there is still no chafing or blistering!  What more can you ask for in a running sock?

Overall I highly recommend these socks (psst did you notice the love them for 2 years guarantee?) especially if you like a thinner sock that lets your foot get some fresh air.

Have questions about the Wigwam socks? Let me know!  You can check out their website to pick up your own!

Zensah Thigh Sleeve Review

Disclaimer: I received Zensah Thigh Sleeve to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

If you have been hanging around for a while, you may have read my review of the Zensah Ultra Calf sleeves a few months ago.  I was (and still am!) very much in love with them!  Because of that experience I was thrilled to have the opportunity to test a thigh sleeve made by Zensah.

If you are not familiar with compression gear, the idea is to aid in recovery and injury prevention by increasing blood flow to the area.  Simply put, more fresh blood to an area means faster healing of stressed muscles.  I personally have noticed a significant difference in my recovery after a hard run when I use my compression gear.

It is worth noting that the Zensah thigh sleeve comes as a single piece, unlike the calf sleeves which come in pairs.  While this may seem odd to some, it worked perfectly for me as I very consistently have pain soreness in my left thigh that I do not get in my right leg.

When trying the sleeve on for the first time, I did not think it felt as tight as I was used to with my calf sleeves, but after sleeping in the sleeve I did notice an improvement so I feel that it is safe to say that it was tight enough to work!  Though it did not prevent the soreness in my thigh from occurring on subsequent runs, it did make the discomfort go away much more quickly that it would on its own.  I will count that as a win!

In addition to using it for its intended purpose as a calf sleeve, I was also able to slide it down and wear the sleeve over my knee when it was acting up!  Even though this was not the intended use, I was very happy with the results!

As much as I loved the benefits form the compression that the sleeve provided, I was unfortunately only able to use it while sitting around or while I was asleep.  

Despite the grippy strip at the top of the sleeve, I found that it rolled a lot and would slide down my leg even when I was not moving.  When I was sitting still it was an easy fix and I, of course, didn't notice it while I was asleep.  However, I was unable to wear it while walking around because it simply would not stay where it belonged.   The upside to this problem is that I was not the only BibRave Pro to have this experience and Zensah was extremely receptive to our feedback and is taking a look at what might be causing the problem!

Overall, if you are looking for a product to wear between runs (I prefer to wear it while drinking my morning coffee) that will help with thigh pain/soreness/fatigue you are experiencing, the Zensah thigh sleeve is a great option.  If you are looking for a prodict to wear while you run, I would not recommend this option.

For my needs the Zensah thigh sleeve is more than adequate! I think it does a great job helping with the occasional soreness in my thigh...and needing to sit still while wearing it gives me a great reason to have another cup of coffee in the morning!

Have questions for me about the Zensah thigh sleeve? Let me know!

Plantronics BackBeat Fit Review

Disclaimer: I received Plantronics BackBeatFit headphones to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

These headphones were my first adventure into wireless headphone territory and I don't actually know how I lived with cords for so long!

How many times have you been running on the treadmill with your phone on the console then you catch your arm on the headphone cord and your phone goes flinging across the gym? it can't be just me that has this problem right?

Then there is the "cord eats everything" problem.  Like really cord, do you need to grab all my keys?

So when this box showed up at my doorstep I was so thrilled!

They even included a note which I thought was a great personal touch.  There is more of a connection than you typically feel when you get something shipped to you.

The headphones even come with a good amount of charge which was super exciting because that meant I could put them on immediately and have a dance party around the apartment!  My dog was concerned but I was having a blast.

The sound quality is amazing and I love being able to pause the music and adjust the volume without having to actually get my phone out.

This came in particularly handy when I went out for a run and it was raining.  I am not good at being prepared for life, so I do not own a waterproof phone case.  This means that I would usually have to put my phone in a plastic bag then try to poke at the screen and buttons through the bag.  Oh and poke a hole through the bag to plug my headphones in.  It's a fun thing, but oddly enough I didn't miss it AT ALL when I went out for a run in the rain and just had to put my phone in a bag and go.  Insert heart eyes emoji here.

These headphones are waterproof too, which is a huge relief.  And, despite the rain and copious amounts of sweat there was no slipping.  Again, if you are like me you have probably spent what feels like a lifetime trying to keep wet headphones in your ears while running.  Not having to worry about that was way more relaxing than I thought possible.  The BackBeatFits go over your ear, in your ear, and have another little loop that fits in the ridge on your ear so they are going nowhere.

Due to soggy conditions and looking like a drowned sweaty rat, I waited till after I showered to take some pictures.  So you get to see me with actual make up on. Like a grown up.  Except they were taken at red lights because I was running (lol puns) late for a staff meeting at work!

I love that they are low profile.  You can barely see them from the front.  This also means that you barely notice they are there while you are running.  None of the bulk and frustration, all of the great music sounds!

But SURPRISE they are there!

(The people in cars next to me probably thought I was nuts)

Overall: I give the BackBeatFits a 10 out of 10...maybe an 11 if you will allow it.  I am completely in love and use them for everything from running and gym things to walking the dog to dance parties with myself while I get ready for work.

If you want your own pair, you can find them HERE.
Still on the fence? Check out what other BibRavePros had to say!
Angie, Rachel, John, Jeremy, Danielle, Brandon, Emily, and Chadd all wrote reviews!

And last but not least, if you have questions about my experience with the BackBeatFits let me know!!

Try It Tuesday: Addaday

"Disclaimer: I received an Addaday Pro to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!"

I am going to go ahead and spoil any anticipation there might have been about how I feel about my Addaday and tell you right from the start that I am completely in love with it and I have no idea how I lived without one.

I have not always been the best at dedicating time to recovery. Sometimes I think I am hardwired to go until I can't anymore.  For obvious reasons, this can make training a little complicated.  While I am still learning to schedule rest days for myself before my body demands them, I am working hard on taking care of my muscles.  The Addaday makes this a lot easier because, unlike a foam roller, you do not have to have access to floor space.  In fact, mine has mostly been used while sitting in my car.  Thanks to I4 traffic twice a day, my legs were usually feeling great by the time I got to where I was going! A foam roller can't do that!

The Addaday also has the added perk of being scientifically designed to help you release all the aches and pains you accumulate throughout the day. The knobs are made to feel like fingers and elbows like you would experience during a massage.  The little red knob is an added bonus because it is really great for targeting the places that need more precise pressure. The gears are also spaced to make it easier to maneuver the Addaday around your body. I find that they are perfect for running up either side of my spine at the same time...which feels amazing! One of my other favorite features is that the Addaday doesn't grab your hair.  My hair is longer so I have gotten stuck just trying to roll over in bed. Foam rollers obviously present a challenge if I want to target anything above mid back.  With the Addaday I was able to use the gears to dig into the knots in my shoulders without worrying about being bald by the time I was done. That is a win win situation if you ask me.

One of the very best things about the Addaday is that you do not have to be an expert to use it.  How many times have you looked at diagrams of how to use something and felt completely lost? Feeling better should not be complicated like that! If you visit the Addaday website they actually have videos to walk you through uses of the roller to help with different problems.  

Between running, cross training, and moving this weekend as well as having a job that keeps me on my feet for most of the day, I can use all the help I can get to keep my body happy with me. I have had incredible results using my Addaday.  The results are made even better by the fact that I am able to easily carry it with me so I do not have to consciously schedule recovery time into my day.  When soemthing aches, I am able to spend some time on it without having to find open floor space to roll around on.  I did get a few funny looks from my traffic jam neighbors, but that's just because they don't know what they are missing out on!

Do you have questions about the Addaday?  Let me know!
If you want one of your very own (you do!) you can find the Pro as well as many other options on the Addaday website.

Try it Tuesday: UV Half Buff

Disclaimer: I received a UV Half Buff to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

Have you ever started using a product and immediately wondered where it had been your whole life? No joke that's how I feel about the UV Half Buff from Buff USA!

I live in Florida so it is absurdly hot and humid and most runs last about 30 seconds before I have sweat pouring down my face and my hair just gets steadily larger and wilder as the run progresses. Not life threatening, but not a good look either. I also happen to have a longish and biggish noggin. That means that all the sweat headbands (or really just headbands in general) I had tried before either went flinging off the back of my head with surprising force, or gave me a headache before too long.

(I know I know, all the Florida talk and I picked the Washington print...but I have to have a little home state pride every now and then!)

The half Buff is a great size (half the length of the original Buff) because I can just fold it in half then roll up the back a bit and it fits great...I'm partial but I think it looks pretty cute too. 

I've worn mine on many many runs now and it has never slipped once. And even though the rest of me is soaked through with sweat, I don't have any running down my face. Can I get an amen?

As if a headband that actually stays put when you run (ok I also highly recommend it for hot yoga!) isn't enough, it's also got sunburn fighting powers. According to Buff it blocks 95% of UV Rays. Girls, if you've ever been for a long run with your hair parted and burned your scalp you know how great this is. Guys, probably the same thing? 

In addition to coming in a ton of awesome patterns and colors, it's also made out of a great material that regulates temperature really well. As in I don't feel like I'm having a heat stroke wearing this on my head while running. Rumor has it that they are also really good for keeping your ears/head warmer in the chillier part of the year. Needless to say I have not had the opportunity to check that functionality personally. Anyone have a walk in freezer I can borrow?

Overall I give the UV Half Buff two thumbs up and then some! It has quickly become one of my must haves for running!

Have questions that I didn't answer? Let me know!!

Ready to try one for yourself? Find them here and use the code BibRave10 for 10% off-then be sure to let me know what you think!!