So, as managing editor here at BBC Countryfile Magazine, I\u2019ve sniffed out some of the top bargains to snaffle this Cyber Monday, the last chance to grab deals over the Black Friday weekend.\u00a0<\/p>
As an avid runner, I spend my work and free time thinking about running. Over the years, I’ve picked up some great gear that I rely on to become a better runner, and a number of my favourite products<\/a> have turned up Black Friday sales across the web.\u00a0<\/p> Be sure to check out these discounts before they\u2019re gone!<\/p> They may have an \u2018ultra\u2019 billing, but the Kinabalu RC from Scott are so much more versatile than that. I\u2019ve used them for everything from 5km parkruns to 10km off-road triathlon run legs and the Eden Project Marathon in 2023 (they performed better than my fitness did). That\u2019s due to how they\u2019ve achieved the sweetspot between responsiveness and comfort, due to the lean (for a trail running shoe) 270g weight, wedge of midsole foam (heel height is 29mm) and quality internal construction.<\/p> They don\u2019t shirk from the rough stuff either, with the aggressive outsole offering traction and an internal rock plate providing protection, but the breathable mesh areas aren\u2019t for the filthiest of conditions. Overall, though, the fact that, after nearly 20 years of trail running shoe testing, this is a pair I regularly buy myself speaks volumes about the Kinabalu RC\u2019s quality.<\/p> The Lake District-based Inov-8\u2019s trail running heritage shines in the details featured in the Race Elite Tights, chiefly the calf areas\u2019 abrasion-resistant panels and the gripper tape inside the waistband.<\/p> The construction is top quality, too, suggesting they should last multiple seasons, both for rugged fell runs and road-based loops. All of which makes them the best all-round running tight contender. They\u2019re not the lightest or leanest, but the upshot of that is the added warmth they provide in winter.<\/p> Need some encouragement getting out of the door on chilly days? Inov-8\u2019s Race Elite Headband has regularly been the savour of my early morning runs, the soft-on-the-skin construction and warmth they offer thwarting icy blasts of air.<\/p> The 94% Meryl Hydrogen\/6% elastane material composition is stretchy but not saggy, with further benefits being both breathability and a light overall weight (14g). It also acts as a neck buff when the temperature rises. The only issue is how much I lose it in the wash\u2026.<\/p> Montane bill\u00a0the\u00a0Dart Lite Long Sleeve T-Shirt\u00a0as a base layer, but I\u2019ve happily been wearing it as a standalone running\u00a0top\u00a0in the UK autumn. I\u2019ve regularly relished\u00a0its\u00a0lightness, with the Dart Lite coming in at a lithe\u00a0120g\u00a0for a men\u2019s medium.\u00a0<\/p> The internal\u00a0flatlock seams\u00a0are irritation-free, the\u00a0100% recycled polyester\u00a0is soft\u00a0on the skin and the\u00a0crew neck\u00a0is comfortable. Eco points are scored\u00a0due to\u00a0the Dart Lite being constructed from\u00a0recycled bottles,\u00a0while breathability is impressive when worn both as a base-layer or standalone running tee.<\/p> The Konos TRS look and feel like a standard pair of mid-height trainers, but the impressive, titular Outdry waterproof membrane in the upper really is an impressive piece of tech that helps take these off the tarmac and onto the trails (they do also work well as daily trainers). The grip has continually been reliable on wet, muddy and stony trails, and internal comfort is excellent.<\/p> The sizeable midsole offers plenty of cushioning but might be a little squishy for some hikers, however, while the \u2018deflection domes\u2019\u00a0in the heel and forefoot don\u2019t offer the same protection as a dedicated rock plate on jagged terrains. But there\u2019s little else to doubt in these versatile, lightweight (338g for a men\u2019s UK7) and stylish shoes.<\/p> Top five running products in the Cyber Monday 2024 sale<\/h2>
1. Scott Kinabalu Ultra RC Trail Running Shoes –
\u00a3159.99<\/s> \u00a339.99<\/a> (75% off)<\/h3> Shop the Scott Kinabalu Ultra RC Trail Running Shoes for 75% off here<\/a><\/h4>
2. Inov8 Race Elite Men’s Tights –
\u00a365<\/s> \u00a345.50<\/a> (30% off)<\/h3> ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2024\/11\/running-products-black-friday-review-2.jpg\")
<\/a> <\/figure> Shop the Inov8 Race Elite Men’s Tights for under \u00a350 here<\/a><\/h4>
3. Inov8 Race Elite Headband AW24 –
\u00a39.99<\/s> \u00a37.99<\/a> (20% off)<\/h3> ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2024\/11\/running-products-black-friday-review-3.jpg\")
<\/a> <\/figure> Shop the Inov8 headband for 20% off here<\/a><\/h4>
4. Montane Mens Dart Lite Long Sleeve T-Shirt –
\u00a349.99<\/s> \u00a339.99<\/a> (20% off)<\/h3> ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2024\/11\/running-products-black-friday-review-4.jpg\")
<\/a> <\/figure> Shop the Montane Dart Lite Long Sleeve T-Shirt for \u00a310 less here<\/a><\/h4>
5. Columbia Konos Trs Outdry Mid Hiker in Green –
\u00a3115<\/s> \u00a392<\/a> (20% off)<\/h3> ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2024\/11\/running-products-black-friday-review-5.jpg\")
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