Best Marathon Kit: Kieran's top kit picks for the Adidas Manchester Marathon

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  • Опубликовано: 9 июн 2024
  • It’s Spring marathon season. Put your hand up if you’ve got a race lined up… keep it up if you’re weighing up what kit you need. Getting your race-day marathon kit right can feel mission critical and a right mission at the same time. So in this video, Run Tester Kieran is going to share all the bits and bobs he’s planning to use to take on the Adidas Manchester Marathon. From his best marathon shoes and running socks, to running belts and running headphones. This is his definitive list of tried, tested and trusted marathon gear that he’ll use to help get round the 26.2. Hit play for Kieran’s guide to the best marathon kit.
    JUMP STRAIGHT IN:
    0:00 - Intro
    0:31 - The Adidas Mancherst Marathon race plan
    1:27 - Nutrition and hydration
    3:00 - Race kit: Apparel
    5:34 - Marathon shoes
    6:27 - Running watch, headphones and tech
    7:25 - Other marathon essentials
    8:39 - Post-race drop bag
    Check out the Adidas Manchester Marathon:
    www.manchestermarathon.co.uk/
    THE MARATHON KIT LIST LINKS
    Precision Fuel & Hydration
    www.precisionhydration.com/pr...
    Veloforte Energy Bars
    veloforte.com/collections/ene...
    ASICS Metaspeed Sky Paris
    www.sportsshoes.com/product/a...
    Under Armour Rush Short Sleeve Base Layer
    www.houseoffraser.co.uk/brand...
    Satisfy Pertex 3L Fly Jacket
    satisfyrunning.com/products/p...
    Adidas D4R Shorts
    www.runningxpert.com/en/adida...
    Naked Running Belt
    nakedsportsinnovations.com/pr...
    CXP Endurance XP
    cxpsport.com/collections/endu...
    Stance Icon Performance Socks
    stance.eu.com/products/icon-s...
    2Toms Sportshield
    www.ultramarathonrunningstore...
    SIDAS Silicone Gel Cap Toe Protectors
    www.sidas.com/en/foot-protect...
    Jabra Elite 8 Active
    www.jabra.co.uk/bluetooth-hea...
    Polar Grit X2 Pro
    www.polar.com/uk-en/grit-x2-pro
    Polar H10
    www.polar.com/uk-en/sensors/h...
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Комментарии • 64

  • @ThePaisleyPictures
    @ThePaisleyPictures Месяц назад

    This put my mind at ease! Chosen my prime x strung 2 to run Manchester this year 🙌🏻

  • @bmd6343
    @bmd6343 Месяц назад

    Hugely informative. Toe caps. Where have you been all my life. 😅. Keep up the great work

  • @martinweston8147
    @martinweston8147 2 месяца назад +4

    Great vid, easily one of the best I’ve seen on this channel.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Thanks Martin, glad you liked it.

  • @LiveLongLiveHappy
    @LiveLongLiveHappy 2 месяца назад +5

    First marathon in Manchester for me - 3:35 is the goal haha, Prime X Strung 2 for me!

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Wow, good luck Jason. Good shoe choice. Hope you bag your goal time.

  • @simonknight6981
    @simonknight6981 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video. Loads of really useful info, thank you.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Cheers Simon. Glad it was useful.

  • @ThomasBeckingham
    @ThomasBeckingham 2 месяца назад +1

    Fantastic video. Wish I had something as thorough as this for when I did my first Marathon. Heading into my 3rd soon I still learnt something super important... And that's to be better prepared with dry clothes in the race bag. I was quite shocked with the cold shivers I got after my last marathon.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      There's nothing worse than the cold shivers post-race. Gets right into your bones fast.

  • @Himlovesrunning
    @Himlovesrunning 2 месяца назад +1

    Thanks.. some great suggestions

  • @Feanaro5503
    @Feanaro5503 2 месяца назад +7

    NipEaze nipple covers are a must for me on any long run or even short runs where it rains or my chest gets wet from pouring water on my head

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Never tried the nipple covers. 2Toms always looks after me.

    • @cerianthus
      @cerianthus 2 месяца назад +1

      I just use little round bits I cut out of kinesio tape on top of the nipple.

  • @robwilliams9965
    @robwilliams9965 2 месяца назад

    Toe-on-toe aggression!! 😲 (Great video; thanks Kieran! 👍🏼)

  • @greertops
    @greertops 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video Kieran! Good luck with Manchester. My first marathon is in 4 weeks and ill be doing:
    Under armour streaker t shirt
    UA speedpocket shorts with half tight base layer (with pockets for phone and gels etc)
    Danish Endurance socks
    Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
    Think thats me.
    Ill have some SIS Beta gels. 40g of carbs so carry less than the smaller gels, although i will pack a couple of the SIS nootropic ones for a change of taste and some caffeine at some point during the race.
    Think i am set!

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      Thanks. All the best for your first marathon!

  • @FCBasel-iu2vv
    @FCBasel-iu2vv 2 месяца назад +1

    Love 2toms saved me at marathon des sables... Great video.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      Used it at the MDS as well. That was my first great experience with it. Been my go-to ever since.

  • @KaragiannisNick
    @KaragiannisNick 2 месяца назад +5

    Nice info! Add some baby wipes too for the sweat!!

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Something to freshen up in the drop bag is a good idea!

  • @kush1cohen
    @kush1cohen 2 месяца назад +2

    Regarding toes I have found the Injinji socks a life saver, and they will hold the toe caps in place

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Have tried them but can't get them on my feet!

  • @seascape
    @seascape 2 месяца назад +3

    I have a face towel in my bag to wipe off the sweat (and rain), because I’m a heavy sweater. I also add a smaller towel to my Naked Running belt in case sweat gets in my eyes, and because I’m usually too dead to get my bag right away.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      Good shout. I tend to have my Buffs for this. That little wobble to the side after the finish!!!

  • @aaronschade9224
    @aaronschade9224 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video, but all I heard was euro dance music, let's go! 🎧😜

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      Forget super shoes, this is the real hack to shave 4% off your PB

  • @jeroen1989
    @jeroen1989 2 месяца назад +7

    Kieran, I finished the vid 2 hours ago... Can I finally put my hand down?

  • @mikebonsall2449
    @mikebonsall2449 2 месяца назад +1

    I wore a Salomon Adv Skin 12 set pack with a couple of 500ml flasks for my 1st marathon (3:55). Pure water in one and electrolytes in the other. It was a warm day and wanted to be sure I kept hydrated. It did its job and also kept the pressure off at the early, very busy water stations.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      It's a good shout this. I ran many of my early marathons with water. It gives you the confidence to have what you need with you.

  • @charliemiskelly7053
    @charliemiskelly7053 2 месяца назад +2

    Who else is here as they running their first marathon (Manchester)

  • @markajones1979
    @markajones1979 2 месяца назад +3

    Nice one! See you there! (Doubtful, I know! But I'll say hi if I do!! 😂👍)

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +2

      Fantastic. All the best for the taper.

  • @vincewarne228
    @vincewarne228 2 месяца назад +1

    On the day I take a PF electrolyte tab at each water table (about 6) - I pre hydrate the day before and morning with 1500. All this works a treat for me!

  • @manno9621
    @manno9621 2 месяца назад +1

    Hi Kieran I'll see you there, although you'll likely be starting before me as I'm a. circa 3.30 runner. Did Manchester last year it was great. City Centre and Altrincham highlights. I think if you're running for a charity (I'm doing pancreatic cancer this year), you may be able to informally get changed in their tents?
    I also get Reynaud fingers, but hoping the weather will be ok. Those toe protector ideas are a good tip thanks! Definitely comfy tracksuit bottoms, underwear, t shirt socks, hoodie to change into essential. Adios Pro 3 for me. I saw RUclipsr Running with Andy there last year, enjoy!!

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Hope to see you out there. Hopefully without our cold dead fingers!

  • @briansmyth1502
    @briansmyth1502 2 месяца назад +1

    1st time at Manchester for me. Saucony End Pro 3.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Nice one Brian. Hope you're feeling good about it. And good shoe choice.

  • @SirThomas1212
    @SirThomas1212 2 месяца назад +2

    I have my first full marathon on May 5th, running in ASICS Sky Paris and same gel 3x90g. I'm hoping to get good result same as Kieran 😊

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Good luck Sir Thomas. Which one are you doing?

    • @SirThomas1212
      @SirThomas1212 2 месяца назад

      @@TheRunTesters it's in Georgina, Ontario Canada. I hope to get a sub 3.30 🤫

  • @JohnBirtchetSharpe
    @JohnBirtchetSharpe 2 месяца назад +1

    I always take 4 / 5 salt tables (I use PH but there are others) in a smint tin which I put tissue paper in to stop the rattle . before getting to a water station that I want to use , I just pop the tin out get a tab , so it is at the ready (4 tabls is a 1000mg of sodium etc) , tried little baggies in New york but does not work if you get sweaty so an aluminium mint tin for the win.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      The Saltchews are quite good for this.

  • @Ouga_Official
    @Ouga_Official 2 месяца назад

    Any useful tips on where to get changed after a race? It seems that everywhere would be packed, and the portaloos are small and disgusting after a few hours. I have signed up to a few races where I will be traveling over an hour each way on public transport, so trying to think this through as last week after removing my singlet, I wore my dry T-shirt over a soaked bra and couldn’t change my bottoms. I was shivering by the time I got home

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      Hi, I don't know Manchester so well but I reckon hotels will be kind enough to let you use their toilets to change. Not a bad idea to scope out a gym as well, they might be generous enough to let you change if you ask nicely.

  • @garydover2680
    @garydover2680 2 месяца назад +1

    Always recce a post race meeting place the day before👍

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      This. Good tip. Preferably close to a place selling chips and a beer.

  • @fisfdg
    @fisfdg 2 месяца назад

    Do you use the stance ICON SPORT CREW SOCK or RUN CREW SOCKS? You say RUN crew but in the video it looks like you are wearing the ICON and the link you have in the description is for the icon.

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад

      Sorry, they're the Icon. Though I don't think there's a huge difference between the two.

  • @kiracat2206
    @kiracat2206 2 месяца назад

    Would you put safety pins into your wind breaker if needed to hold your number or would you recommend a number belt - even if you're already wearing a belt?

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +1

      I won't run with the jacket. I tend to pin my number to my shorts though on the thigh so I can run with layers on top and discard if needed without having to worry about the number.

  • @that_which_is_not
    @that_which_is_not 2 месяца назад +2

    I use KT tape for my baby toes, might be a shout if you don’t wanna try the silicone things 👍

  • @BeermanGamingHQ
    @BeermanGamingHQ 2 месяца назад

    You should have said which wave you are in. I'm in the light blue wave. Hopefully I can see you there. Either way, good luck!

    • @TheRunTesters
      @TheRunTesters  2 месяца назад +2

      I'm not 100% sure yet. Don't have my number. Not panicking about that at all btw. 😂

    • @Nyelands
      @Nyelands 2 месяца назад

      Perhaps he did that on purpose.

  • @jayaybe1
    @jayaybe1 2 месяца назад +3

    Can I put my hand down yet...🥺?