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Apparel & Footwear :: p39
It is not only important for
runners to be seen in the
dark – they also need to
see branches, curbs, potholes
and other obstacles
“It has a wide throw (beam) for optimal visibility
when running and a red strobe on the
back that flashes to ensure that the runner
is visible at all times (even from the back),”
says Simon Larsen from local distributors, Ram
Mountaineering.
The Sprinter charges via a USB port and
takes only five hours to charge fully. Its dimming
function remembers the last setting, it
is waterproof so you can rinse it under a tap
after each run. It also has a burn time of 42
hours.
Their Icon model has a 200 Lumen output
with a 100m (maximum) throw and it burns
up to 175 hours on four AA batteries. It is also
waterproof and features rugged aluminium
housing. The batteries are housed in the back
of the head and allows a good balance that
will not disturb runner’s comfort.
The new Spot model features Power Tap
technology, allowing it to adjust from a low to
a full setting in just one tap. It can be set to
economy mode to conserve battery life, but
if more light is needed, just one tap on the
housing will make its beam bounce to 100%
output while another tap will return the light
to its previous setting. This model has a 135
lumen output and will burn for 200 hours on
the economy setting.
LED Lenser headlamps and lights, such as the
LED Lenser SEO 5, is especially great for performance
oriented outdoor enthusiasts, says
Connock. This headlamp features a 180-lumen
output that covers approximately 120m and
its dim memory is able to automatically recall
the last dimming setting before switching off.
Silva has a range of headlamps that are specifically
designed for running in lowlight or no
light conditions, says Kim Romanis from local
distributor Lite Optec.
They offer the Silva Jogger, which has a very
high powered LED that is ideal for complimenting
low street lighting, she says.
“The Silva Trail Runner, with a light output
of over 100 Lumens, is the ideal lightweight
choice for night time running in anything from
dim light to total darkness.”
The Trail Runner uses the Silva Intelligent
Light distribution technology, which offers a
unique combination of a long distance spot
light and close range flood light at the same
time.
Silva also offers a range of safety lighting. All
runners who run in lowlight conditions should
be wearing safety lights to make them visible,
says Romanis. She recommends the Tyto Red
and White Lamps that easily attach to headbands,
jackets, bikes, etc. The Tyto Red also
comes with two safety modes — constant on
and blinking.
New CityTrail running concept
A nEw running concept, CityTrail, is being
introduced with a three race series in
Johannesburg (22 March), Cape Town (17
May) and Durban (14 June). It is sponsored
by Salomon and Suunto and organised by
Wildrunner.
This concept is for runners who want to
experience the enjoyment of a road or
trail running in their everyday environment
with its many networks of paths, trails,
stairs and shortcuts that can be used for
running. CityTrail is about using these networks
and turning the concrete jungle into
regular workout — with variety.
It’s about exploring new routes and venturing
off the beaten path to see what are
not seen every day. Surfaces and terrain
on these runs will vary from pavement to
dirt or wood, but the mountain running approach
will remain constant.