Seeking advice for running in the rain
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Anton posted 1 year ago.
What's the expected temp? If it's warm you run and get wet. Don't wear a jacket to keep the rain off because you heat up super fast and sweat to death in the thing. Make sure you lube up well to prevent chaffing.
If it's cool...a second tech fabric shirt or maybe that lightweight jacket.
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brittda posted 1 year ago.
Well...what can I say about rain......
really like Anton said lube up. I RARELY wear a jacket ,usually longsleve technical shirt and shorts if it is over 40 degrees and if it is under that I will sometimes wear a vest if it is closer to freezing, or a thicker tech shirt. 40 is my shorts cut off, but if it will warm up over that during the race I would wear shorts still.
I also like Brooks RunderWare for a top, its super thin and wicks and keeps you warm (if the temps are closer to 50)
OH and a cap--- ESSENTIAL (in my mind) for keeping the water out of your face. I don't usually wear them unless its winter and raining, since I get too warm but this time of year it is a must. If it is warm and you don't want to get too warm, then one of the light mesh ones work great.
P.S
I cannot believe you would rather run on a TM ! I would spend 9 months a year on one if I did that AHAHAHAHHAHAHAHA.
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KevDaddy posted 1 year ago.
Thanks to you both for sharing your thoughts;
Looks like I'll be wearing my usual tech shirt, shorts, and cap- with a heathy dose of body guide to keep from chafing.
I think the temp will be high 40's or so; thanks for the tip on temp and sleeve type.
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sccrutch posted 1 year ago.
I unfortunately have to run in the rain quite a bit in Southeast Texas.
For me, it is all about the feet. Make sure you've got some quality socks. You will feel wet feet with every step.
I typically love wearing SmartWool brand socks, but I find them to be a poor choice for wet running. If I know it is going to be wet, I usually choose an acrylic sock. Definitely avoid cotton.
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cjhoffmn posted 1 year ago.
I love running in the rain and do it often. I second the ideas of wearing a hat and wearing wicking thin socks. I also find that I feel cooler in the rain and can overun as a result. I have to pay more attention to my perceived effort / HR.
As far as footing goes, I do find that I have to also watch my landings a little more - it sucks when you think you're going to land on the ground and you step into a small puddle instead. It soaks your shoe and can over extend your step a little bit.
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tri-ac posted 1 year ago.
unlike brittda, my cutoff is closer to 50deg...but same arrangement: tech shirt long sleeve over short sleeve + shorts. if it's colder add long running pants. i wear a wicking cap all seasons (white in hot weather; dark or light in cold weather); i'm bald so it keeps the heat in (for winter) and the sun off (for summer) but still breathes enough to not get uncomfortable
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Kiwi posted 1 year ago.
I ran the Denver half and it was raining and super cold the whole race. Looking back on it now one of the changes I would make is to run in some sort of bike/lycra shorts. I don't usually do it, but wet running shorts just suck.
Also the hat and gloves worked, and were essential.
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jerallen posted 1 year ago.
As im from oregon, i pretty much run in the rain 6 months out of the year. Hats work really well as mentioned above. One thing I didnt hear mentioned is moisture wicking socks, NO cotton.
Hi all,
I am running in the inaugural Rose Bowl Half Marathon in Pasadena this Saturday. I am excited about the race as the Arroyo Seco area the race is held in is very pretty and I grew up around here. It is a mix of roads and trails and should be interesting.
I am seeking advice for running in the rain. I realize this may sound like a silly question, but I when it is raining I usually (read: always) just go to the gym and hit the TM. It is supposed to rain very hard the day before the race and about a 50% chance the morning of the race.
Is there anything people recommend for avoiding falls or things to be aware of when running on trails that will most likely be muddy? Are there any caveats for running in hard rain compared to simple misting?
Thanks for any wisdom you have to share,
KevDaddy
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