August 28, 2023

Gear Patrol – Are Subscription Boxes the Best Way to Try New Outdoor Gear?

by BG Team in Press

September 14, 2018

Testing new gear has never been easier. Subscription boxes provide a way to have vetted, desirable outdoor gear show up at your doorstep with little effort on your part. While there are hundreds of boxes to choose from — there’s one for just about every outdoor interest — not all of them are created equal. Here, we cut through the fat and gather four that we’re actually excited about and are worth subscribing to.

The RunnerBox

For $20 you get 11 to 14 items that are tested by athletes to help runners improve performance. With marathon season looming, it can be a daunting task to try and figure out what your body can eat before, during and after a race. It can also be easy to quickly drop $50 on food to test. This box narrows your list of potential snack buddies on your long run. With partners like RXBAR, Bia and Rise Buddy, there will be snacks you’ve likely heard of before, and some that are brand new. If you’re not a runner, check out the TriBox (for triathletes) or CycleBox (for cyclists), or special edition boxes like the Race Survival Kit, a one-time gift that is ideal for anyone running their first race.

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August 28, 2023

The Wired Runner – Best Running Subscription Boxes in 2021

Shanna Powell Running subscription boxes are a great idea, either as a gift for the runner in your life (and that includes yourself), or just as a way to send yourself a little running-related love every month or two. Many great subscriptions are available to land a stash of exciting, practical, running-related stuff right on your doorstep. Any subscription box is fun to unpack, but if you’re passionate about running, then one that’s specific to the sport would be a fun way to stock up on useful stuff and try products you’d never usually buy for yourself. If you’re looking for a way to treat yourself or a runner in your life, the best we’ve come across is The RunnerBox. It contains a great mix of nutritional items and accessories, gives you the chance to test brand new products on the market, and works out very affordably in the long run. We’ve chosen 9 more that we feel are the greatest choices out there. Scroll through the rest of our list while you’re waiting for that first installment to arrive! TheRunnerBox is one of our favorite subscription boxes. When you subscribe, you’re signing up to receive a box packed full of goodies every second month, and for a price you can’t beat. They take great care to provide a varied list of stuff each month. You’ll get nutritional items, accessories, and even products aimed at recovery. Some of the brands and products you’ll be familiar with, while others are the latest thing on the market for you to try out. RunnerBox partners with different companies every few months so they can bring you the best of the best. You won’t get bored with their offerings, as they’re constantly searching for new, useful stuff to share with their subscribers. Some examples of nutritional products you can expect include energy bars, rehydration packs, energy gels or chews, trail mix, smoothie mixes, protein powder, and other healthy snacks. Accessories include things like lip balm, belts and waist packs, lubricant, socks, and other useful items. You can choose to pay per box, for 6 months upfront, or for a year upfront. The only thing that we feel could offer more options is their shipping frequency. You only have one option, which is to receive a box every two months. We’d love the chance to grab one of these on a monthly basis! As an added bonus, when you become a RunnerBox subscriber, you’ll get exclusive discounts on some of the products they feature if you want to stock up in between boxes. Check out the rest of the list here.

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August 28, 2023

Bike Rumor – Father’s Day Deals for Cyclists

June 13, 2020 By Kristi Benedict Looking for the best Father’s Day Sales and cycling deals for your pop? We’ve rounded up some killer tech, kit and gear sure to please, with some fresh brands added to the mix this week. Whether it’s a new drone, wireless headphones, commuter clothes for riding with the family, or upgrades for his bike, there’s a lot of fun stuff on sale through next weekend! You can check out the full article HERE.

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August 28, 2023

Verywell Fit – The 6 Best Running Subscription Boxes of 2020

What every runner needs By Christine Luff Published on December 09, 2020 Whether you’re new to running or a seasoned pro, you probably love the thrill and motivation boost you get from trying out some new running gear or nutrition. But who has the time to research and shop, especially when you’d rather be running? Subscription boxes make it easy for you to sample the latest and greatest in running products, all delivered to your front door on a regular basis. Curated by running and nutrition experts, they’re packed with healthy snacks, recovery tools, skin care items, apparel, gels, energy bars, and much more. Some subscription boxes focus on food, while others are put together with beginner runners in mind. If you’re training for a marathon, need some running inspiration, or want to support your running-obsessed family member, there’s a running box to satisfy your needs. You can read the full article HERE

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