Sometimes I need a little extra motivation to get out the door for a run. Beer is a good motivation for me, so I make our local brewery tap room, 105 West Brewing, my run destination every now and again. I have a lot of options to increase the distance, including singletrack trails, but the most direct route to 105W for me makes for about a five mile run. Just enough to justify a mid-run pour of a nice, refreshing low-ABV Berliner Weiss, sour, or session IPA. I don’t like to look like I’m training for a marathon when I roll in to the tap room (or ever!). Here are a few of my favorite beer run essentials.
Headsweats Performance Trucker
The Headsweats Performance Trucker falls right into the sweet spot between tall trucker and dad hat. It wicks moisture, breaths better than a foam front trucker. It’s available in a bunch of colors and designs, but these Colorado themed versions are my favorite.
$24 | headsweats.com
Native Eyewear Eldo Sunglasses
Oversized, blocky frames, sharp, polarized lenses (plus an extra low-light set), and grippy nose and temples have made the Eldo my go-to sunglasses for rides and runs this season.
Mountain Hardwear WickedCool Shirt
WickedCool says it all. This is your shirt on hot days. Solid basic colors (gray, blue, yellow, green), super light weight, and UPF 15 sun protection. It’s the tech tee you’ve been looking for…without all of those lame logos from that 5K you did three years ago!
Lululemon T.H.E. Short
With a thick drawstring waistband, integrated liner, front pockets, 9″ inseam (just say no to short-shorts!), and a rear zippered pocket for your ID an credit card, you’ll be wearing these ultra comfortable shorts all damn day. Don’t forget your ID and credit card!
$78 | lululemon.com
Feetures! Elite Ultra Light No Show Tab Sock
Hands down, favorite running socks I own! Lightweight, no slip, tons of running-specific tech, and Merino Wool. If you prefer a little taller sock, go for their quarter length Ultra Light sock. More cushion? They have you covered there, too!
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