AUTUMN KIT SPECIAL
Autumn demands a versatile wardrobe. Here’s a shopping list...
WOMEN’S LEGWEAR
L.I.M. FUSE SHORTS
140g (M) haglofs.com
Made from lightweight, quick-drying recycled Nylon, they’re a nice length and incredibly comfortable to run in. They’re also perfect on the beach, over cycling shorts on the bike, out paddleboarding and loads more. Handy zip pockets.
Versatile, light, comfy all-round adventure shorts.
8 /10
ENDURO BAMBOO CAPRI LEGGINGS
205g (S)
bambooclothing.co.uk £65 £44
Made from a soft, supportive bamboo viscose, organic cotton and elastane mix, these are heavier than your average running tights and well suited to cooler autumn days. The length offers a good balance of coverage and breathability.
Comfy, supportive functional capris for running or relaxing.
8/10
ESSENT HIGH-RISE 28” LEGGING
180g (S) arcteryx.com
£100
With compression that’s supportive without feeling restrictive, a durable Nylon-mix fabric for protection, and a high-rise waistband for superb comfort, these are ideal for cooler weather running. Two good-sized thigh pockets, too.
Combination of top performance, comfort, features and fit.
9/10
PANTS
270g (S) on-running.com
£135
A firm favourite in colder months for everything from easy morning miles to post-workout. Smart and stylish, so they don’t look out of place whether in town or on the trails. Features include knee vents, zipped pockets/ankles.
Well featured, great looking, cool weather running pants.
9/10
MEN’S LEGWEAR
5” AFO MIDDLE SHORTS
100g (M) uk.janji.com
£45
Light, absolutely no chafing after a lot of use, great waistband that doesn’t require a tight draw string to stay up, a small key/card pocket with a zip, bluesign certified and recycled polyester material. Good value, too.
Light, comfortable; perfect for training, brilliant for racing.
10/10
TITAN ULTRA II SHORTS
195g (M) columbia sportswear.co.uk
£45
The polyester/elastane mix isn’t super light so is a bit more durable but still wicks and dries quickly. Longer, close-fitting inner shorts offer light support. Subtle reflective details, comfy elasticated waist, two stretch (and one zipped) pockets.
Comfy, practical, durable; best suited for general training.
8/10
ENDLESS RUN TIGHTS
175g (M) eu.patagonia.com
£90
Light and comfortable, but the full leg protection is welcome on cold runs. Made using recycled fishing net Nylon and elastane, they are durable, stretchy and quick drying. Two stretch side pockets, decent waist drawcord.
Full leg protection, light, ethical and very comfortable. Pricey.
