Here's a sampling of useful trail gear. And if you don't need it, you can always roll it up and stick it in one of your pockets. To test a shoe's flexibility, simply bend it with your hands. The easier it flexes, the less your Achilles tendon will be stretched. Click HERE for More Information.
Uneven footing can make trail running hazardous, and so can diminished light in the woods.
That's when these amber-tinted sunglasses prove most useful, as they brighten and sharpen your image of your surroundings. They also protect your eyes from bugs and low-hanging branches. The nonslip grip on the nose pads keeps your glasses snug against your face. This shirt is made of a lightly brushed, polyester fabric that wicks moisture away from your skin, so you won't feel clammy and cold. The shirt features a 10-inch front zipper for venting.