Girl Gear
MPG Clothing
Dancer-inspired with athletes in mind, MPG’s women’s line is functional, flattering and fashionable. Ideal for yoga, Pilates and running around town, the wide leg and adjustable drawcords of the Swing pant ($89) let you go for a full or cropped look. Throw on the softshell Strike jacket ($230) for water-resistance, a fuzzy fleece lining and that extra length for booty coverage on chilly days. www.mpgsport.com
Sherpani Blaze
Creators of great women’s backpacks and bags—all lined with fun flower designs—Sherpani now offers a new duffle-style/gym bag called the Blaze. With removable straps and back straps that can be tucked away, this bag can be used as a backpack or duffel. You choose. The main compartment is roomy enough to store gym clothes, shoes, toiletries. There are also places and pockets to store your keys, cell phone and water bottle. $64.95, www.sherpani.us
Tarma Designs Jewelry
Be conscious and chic at the same time in some stylish, outdoor-inspired recycled stainless steel jewelry from Tarma Designs. Whether it’s an Om symbol or sun salutation for yogis, a leaf or cairn for nature lovers, or an icon of a hiker or snowboarder for outdoor enthusiasts, there’s a design for you. Available in pendants, earrings, wristbands, even bottle openers. $25-$30, www.tarmadesigns.com
Freestyle Betty Shark X Watch
Women need sports watches, too, just not big, clunky ones. The Betty Shark X is anything but. This hip little timekeeper is waterproof to 100 meters, with luminous hands and markers for reading in the dark. Comes in black or blue. $55, www.freestyleusa.com
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this month's magazine
Run the City
The New York City Marathon has an effect on the city that no other event can have. Runners and spectators alike set the city abuzz with an energy of competition, goodwill and excitement about the best and biggest marathon in the world.
Bring On Autumn
October might just be my favorite month.
Building Speed in the Off-Season
Psst! You want to go fast? I mean really fast, faster than you ever imagined was possible? You don't need to buy anything. You don't need to take any special esoteric supplements or drugs. You don't have to do any special Kenyan workout. It's very simple, and yet, it's very hard.
Octoberber Gear Check
Great gear for fall fun.
other features
Mondays with Marty
Award winning author of Chasing Lance, Martin Dugard shares his weekly musings exclusively online.
also on competitor
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Armstrong confirms for Giro
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:41:11 -0500
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Alexander and Wellington win Ironman
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 13:49:15 -0500
