Summer running puts extra demands on your body, so the right gear can help you feel more comfortable during training and reach your goals in racing.

Here's a few of our favourite items to keep us comfortable running through summer...

Electrolytes are an essential addition for hot runs or longer sessions, helping you replenish fluids and minerals lost through sweat. An electrolyte drink mix or dissolving tablets are easy to carry with you so you don't have to rely on bubblers and can take in fluid whenever you want. 

Carry shade with you by wearing a lightweight cap or bucket hat designed specifically for running that will manage moisture and wick sweat away too.

Running sunglasses reduce glare and make bright roads and paths easier on your eyes. We have a huge selection of styles and colours, so you'll find a pair (or two) that'll work for you.

We recommend a running belt for carrying these summer running essentials. They give you a great, hands-free way to bring water bottles, keys and a phone and a snack along for the run, while keeping your body free to sweat. Soft flasks with a locking valve are a great companion for a belt as they fit comfortably against your body and won't empty themselves while stashed.

Ice bandana's are also an increasingly popular way to add a welcome layer of cooling around your neck during warm-ups, long runs or post-run recovery.

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Essential Electrolytes

Replace electrolytes lost from sweat while running in the heat by adding dissolvable electrolyte tabs to your water, using a mixed energy and hydration powder in your drink bottle, or taking electrolyte capsules periodically during and after your run.

Electrolyte tabs, drink mixes and electrolyte capsules come with varying amounts of essential electrolytes. If you haven't had a professional sweat test, it's good to experiment with varying electrolyte products and strengths for running to work out which products feel right for you.

Some runners will only lose a minimal amount of electrolytes and sweat, while others can lose over 1 litre of water and 1,500mg sodium per hour in their sweat!

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Running caps and hats

Running caps take a functional, everyday items and re-design it specifically to take running.

Running caps and hats are made from technical fabrics and are great for providing sun protection, whilst also letting the heat and sweat out. They're usually lighter and more pliable that a traditional hat and go through the wash with ease.

Our range of technical running caps and hats come in a wide variety of styles and head sizes to suit every runner.

Runners never seem to have enough caps, so you won't find it difficult finding one they'll love.

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Sunnies to cut glare and UV

Running sunglasses are purpose-built for the demands of the sport — lightweight frames that stay put at pace, lenses that cut glare and UV and a fit that doesn't bounce or slip no matter how hard you're pushing.

stokelab stocks a huge range of running sunglasses in a variety of styles, colours and lens options to suit every runner and every condition. From more traditional styles to out-there vibes, we've got a pair that every runner will love.

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Running Belts for Extra Carrying Capability

Carry all your summer running essentials without slowing downor overheating.

Running belts are the slimline, form-fitting alternative to a running vest or pack. Running belts sit snugly against your body so you barely notice they're there, even in the heat.

We have a variety of pocket options to cater for carrying water bottles, valuables, gels or bars and even some with race bib attachment so you don't have to put pins in your kit. A good running belt is one of the most practical pieces of gear you can own.

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Summer Best Seller: Ice Bandana

Beat the summer sun with a runner-designed-and-tested ice bandana neck cooler.

Featuring a comfortable stretch ice pocket and adjustable snaps, simply add ice cubes for 30-60 minutes of heat-beating running comfort, or for an colder icy hit after your run. Tested in the heat and humidity of summer.

Great for running, hiking or any hot outdoor activity – a summer best-seller.

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