ANOTHER MOTHER RUNNER
2024 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
By Sarah Bowen Shea
2024 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Gather ’round, friends, family, and running besties: ‘Tis the season for dance recitals, cookie decorating, holiday parties, PowerPoint annual reports, snowsports, hot cocoa, and more. Plus gift-giving—and receiving. To help you sidestep the fate Dimity and I randomly faced years ago of both receiving a wooden spoon from our respective husbands (!), we rounded up some of our favorite running gear. From moderately priced stocking stuffers to well-deserved splurges, these items should put smiles on the faces of runners as we stride into the New Year.
Guaranteed to serve up smiles! This well-priced bundle from our trusty friends at Selkirk is all a pickleball-curious duo needs to get started playing the addictive sport: two SLK Reflex pickleball paddles, three SLK Hybrid+ balls, and a sling bag for toting it all to the courts. $90
Get a free 4-pack of Pro S1 balls w/ $50+ purchase using code AMRBUNDLE
The perfect stocking stuffer for trail runners on your list: These unique socks wrap each toe in fabric to minimize friction (bye-bye blisters!), letting a runner’s toes splay for improved balance and confidence on uneven terrain. Trendy, dirt-bedeviling crew height in pretty patterns and colors. $17
Stay outside and upright on winter runs, with these traction devices that easily slip onto running shoes. With 10 ultra-durable tungsten carbide spikes per foot and streamlined rivet connections, this ultralight traction delivers impressive grip without sacrificing comfort, even on black ice or patchy snow. $54.95
Turn heads in these eye-catching tights: Reflective seaming and a flock of bird silhouettes on the sides ensure the wearer is seen by drivers. Side pockets and a zip back pocket provide ample storage, while clever utility belt loops on the waistband offer a place to stash a layer once you heat up. $128
These ground coffees will ensure your best running friend rises and shines at o’dark-thirty: Runner’s Blend and Midnight Run are medium and dark roast blends made with natural anti-inflammatories like cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and black pepper. With 180mg of caffeine, Fast Twitch provides an extra nudge out the door! $20.99
Hold the phone! This sweat- and rain-proof running belt fits even the biggest phone, plus so much more. A flexible divider separates the stuff you stash, while an inside zippered pocket provides peace of mind that your valuables will stay secure. The belt’s wide strap adjusts from 18″-48″ and keeps the belt bounce free. $25.49














