May 2019 Monthly Running Challenge

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  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    I got some sunburn at the marathon on Sun. Does anybody know of sunscreen that lasts 6+ hours so I can apply it before marathons and not have to re-apply?

    *Asking for a friend, or something like that...

    A shirt. :smiley:
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol
  • T1DCarnivoreRunner
    T1DCarnivoreRunner Posts: 11,502 Member
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol

    I have a Nathan pack with front pockets and like it.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
    edited May 2019
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    I got some sunburn at the marathon on Sun. Does anybody know of sunscreen that lasts 6+ hours so I can apply it before marathons and not have to re-apply?

    *Asking for a friend, or something like that...

    Bull frog was always one of my favorites. I doubt you’d get 6 hours out of one application unless you went with a cream/lotion. A higher spf might leave enough residue to get you 6 hours with one application a or good ol’ zinc oxide type may resist the sweat and elements. They tend to be hot in my opinion. Perhaps a shirt, like @PastorVincent suggested. I looked at rash shirts and the like, not sure if running in them is a good idea. Maybe check out some tri wear?

    Personally I use the spray sun block. If you could carry it... you can reapply.

    I found this shirt
  • MegaMooseEsq
    MegaMooseEsq Posts: 3,118 Member
    edited May 2019
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol

    I got this Nathan 4L vest a couple of months ago and have only used it for carrying stuff to and from the gym so far - the front pockets are great for a phone, handful of credit cards, key, and AirPod case, and the back has enough room for a light change of clothes and small towel. I haven't actually used it with the bladder since I've only been running short distances and it hasn't gotten hot here yet. But the pockets are great!
  • mbaker566
    mbaker566 Posts: 11,233 Member
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol

    part 1) i have a miracol. 2L bladder, another holder for a water bottle up front. pockets on front, side, and big pocket in back
    part 2) i don't know that about the bladder, i guess i'll rewash and put it in the freezer when i get home
  • shanaber
    shanaber Posts: 6,423 Member
    @midwesterner85 - I have very fair skin so need a good long lasting sunscreen but I don't think there are any that will actually last 6 hours especially if you are sweating. I do find the beach sunscreens work better but they are greasy. I use a Neutrogena spray (Beach Defense I think it is called) but I also take a tiny travel tube of the lotion version to reapply.

    @katiejane83 - I have this woman's Osprey hydration pack that I love. It has a ton of pockets but isn't bulky.
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol

    Wunjo! We even, thanks to @JessicaMcB have a discount for them! WUNJOWOMAN18 ! :)

    Check them out here: https://wunjosports.com Many MFP'rs run in them now.
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol

    Wunjo! We even, thanks to @JessicaMcB have a discount for them! WUNJOWOMAN18 ! :)

    Check them out here: https://wunjosports.com Many MFP'rs run in them now.

    Oh wow, much more reasonably priced than I was expecting, especially compared to some of the big names out there like Nathan and Camelbak. Thanks! This might be the winner.
  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol

    Wunjo! We even, thanks to @JessicaMcB have a discount for them! WUNJOWOMAN18 ! :)

    Check them out here: https://wunjosports.com Many MFP'rs run in them now.

    Oh wow, much more reasonably priced than I was expecting, especially compared to some of the big names out there like Nathan and Camelbak. Thanks! This might be the winner.

    I have run up to 27 miles in a single run with the X5 Ultra, and I plan to do my upcoming 50k with it also. My wife also has one she loves, another X5 Ultra.
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    @PastorVincent that's awesome!

    I ended up going for the X2 cause you can't really beat $39.67 (including shipping) for a vest, including a 1.5 liter bladder! On my longest summer training runs I've managed w/a 2 liter bladder, so I figure I'll have the included 1.5 liter + a water bottle in the front, or if I get my current 2L bladder cleaned out sufficiently I can use that as well.

  • PastorVincent
    PastorVincent Posts: 6,668 Member
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    @PastorVincent that's awesome!

    I ended up going for the X2 cause you can't really beat $39.67 (including shipping) for a vest, including a 1.5 liter bladder! On my longest summer training runs I've managed w/a 2 liter bladder, so I figure I'll have the included 1.5 liter + a water bottle in the front, or if I get my current 2L bladder cleaned out sufficiently I can use that as well.

    Oh, for the 50k, I fully expect to refill it at least twice at the aid stations. In summer, 1.5L is not even a 10 mile run for me! Heh.
  • T1DCarnivoreRunner
    T1DCarnivoreRunner Posts: 11,502 Member
    PastorVincent wrote: »
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    @PastorVincent that's awesome!

    I ended up going for the X2 cause you can't really beat $39.67 (including shipping) for a vest, including a 1.5 liter bladder! On my longest summer training runs I've managed w/a 2 liter bladder, so I figure I'll have the included 1.5 liter + a water bottle in the front, or if I get my current 2L bladder cleaned out sufficiently I can use that as well.

    Oh, for the 50k, I fully expect to refill it at least twice at the aid stations. In summer, 1.5L is not even a 10 mile run for me! Heh.

    Right... I think I had somewhere around 130-140 oz. of water in this past weekend's marathon and it was only 70's (maybe low 80's towards the end?). But in a race, I have 2-12 oz. bottles in my Nathan pack and just refill them at aid stations. I have no idea how anybody runs a marathon, even on roads, without carrying water. Even if I stopped at the aid stations and only drank the little cup of water each time, that would be way too little.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Looking at reviews of hydration vests on amazon :D

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    Hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!
  • Avidkeo
    Avidkeo Posts: 3,204 Member
    edited May 2019
    KatieJane83 wrote: »
    Anyone have recommendations for favorite hydration packs/vests that have pockets/storage on the front? I got a little bit of mold in the tube of mine and I'm using it as an excuse to buy a new one, since I have regretted since day 1 that I did not get one with pockets/storage on the front :D

    And yes, I know I need to store the bladder/tube in the freezer, I think my subconscious was also looking for an excuse to buy a new one, lol

    If you don't mind a wait, I got this pack from wish and LOVE it. Its got pockets on each shoulder, zip up ones and elasticated ones.

    https://www.wish.com/m/c/598ab1763eb22a47aa094d48

    ETA oops I see you are sorted. I love the looks of those wunjo but they don't ship to NZ so wish it is lol
  • T1DCarnivoreRunner
    T1DCarnivoreRunner Posts: 11,502 Member
    Elise4270 wrote: »
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    I got some sunburn at the marathon on Sun. Does anybody know of sunscreen that lasts 6+ hours so I can apply it before marathons and not have to re-apply?

    *Asking for a friend, or something like that...

    Bull frog was always one of my favorites. I doubt you’d get 6 hours out of one application unless you went with a cream/lotion. A higher spf might leave enough residue to get you 6 hours with one application a or good ol’ zinc oxide type may resist the sweat and elements. They tend to be hot in my opinion. Perhaps a shirt, like @PastorVincent suggested. I looked at rash shirts and the like, not sure if running in them is a good idea. Maybe check out some tri wear?

    Personally I use the spray sun block. If you could carry it... you can reapply.

    I found this shirt

    I can carry it, it's just a matter of adding that additional time to re-apply.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    Elise4270 wrote: »
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    I got some sunburn at the marathon on Sun. Does anybody know of sunscreen that lasts 6+ hours so I can apply it before marathons and not have to re-apply?

    *Asking for a friend, or something like that...

    Bull frog was always one of my favorites. I doubt you’d get 6 hours out of one application unless you went with a cream/lotion. A higher spf might leave enough residue to get you 6 hours with one application a or good ol’ zinc oxide type may resist the sweat and elements. They tend to be hot in my opinion. Perhaps a shirt, like @PastorVincent suggested. I looked at rash shirts and the like, not sure if running in them is a good idea. Maybe check out some tri wear?

    Personally I use the spray sun block. If you could carry it... you can reapply.

    I found this shirt

    I can carry it, it's just a matter of adding that additional time to re-apply.

    I’d imagine that you can spray and run simultaneously. The continuous spray that’s easier than the pump or lotion. If you got an spf higher than normal, like I usually use a 4 to 20, might get a 30 or 50 to ensure some added protection. And I’m sure you’d easily find these options in your favorite product. I think you’d be effective in reapplying it on the run. When we did the SPAM run, I think there were some small samples of sunscreen, you could also consider travel size lotions to make it feasible on the run.
  • T1DCarnivoreRunner
    T1DCarnivoreRunner Posts: 11,502 Member
    Elise4270 wrote: »
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    Elise4270 wrote: »
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    I got some sunburn at the marathon on Sun. Does anybody know of sunscreen that lasts 6+ hours so I can apply it before marathons and not have to re-apply?

    *Asking for a friend, or something like that...

    Bull frog was always one of my favorites. I doubt you’d get 6 hours out of one application unless you went with a cream/lotion. A higher spf might leave enough residue to get you 6 hours with one application a or good ol’ zinc oxide type may resist the sweat and elements. They tend to be hot in my opinion. Perhaps a shirt, like @PastorVincent suggested. I looked at rash shirts and the like, not sure if running in them is a good idea. Maybe check out some tri wear?

    Personally I use the spray sun block. If you could carry it... you can reapply.

    I found this shirt

    I can carry it, it's just a matter of adding that additional time to re-apply.

    I’d imagine that you can spray and run simultaneously. The continuous spray that’s easier than the pump or lotion. If you got an spf higher than normal, like I usually use a 4 to 20, might get a 30 or 50 to ensure some added protection. And I’m sure you’d easily find these options in your favorite product. I think you’d be effective in reapplying it on the run. When we did the SPAM run, I think there were some small samples of sunscreen, you could also consider travel size lotions to make it feasible on the run.

    Yes, perhaps. Ugh, just frustrating that they don't have something that lasts longer. Where are the scientists to design this?!
  • rheddmobile
    rheddmobile Posts: 6,840 Member
    edited May 2019
    midwesterner85 wrote: »
    I got some sunburn at the marathon on Sun. Does anybody know of sunscreen that lasts 6+ hours so I can apply it before marathons and not have to re-apply?

    *Asking for a friend, or something like that...

    The longest lasting one I have found is a good hat.

    I use neutrogena spray, and the high spf ones last quite a while, but in practice, only the upward facing surfaces of my face and body get burned, so something that physically covers my forehead, cheeks, ears, chin, back of neck, and shoulders will do it - aka a hat and shirt. After the beginning of the season I don’t really burn on my arms and legs while running, because the angle is greater.
  • Elise4270
    Elise4270 Posts: 8,375 Member
    @midwesterner85 @rheddmobile made a good point. How easily do you burn and is it possible you only need sunblock from 11-1? Or shorter duration while the sun is high? And also consider if the course is shaded any. Could you don a shirt during part of the race? Just food for thought, ya know. We’ll be anticipating what you figure out and how well it worked.

    A nice reminder to all of us to incorporate some sun protection.
  • T1DCarnivoreRunner
    T1DCarnivoreRunner Posts: 11,502 Member
    Elise4270 wrote: »
    @midwesterner85 @rheddmobile made a good point. How easily do you burn and is it possible you only need sunblock from 11-1? Or shorter duration while the sun is high? And also consider if the course is shaded any. Could you don a shirt during part of the race? Just food for thought, ya know. We’ll be anticipating what you figure out and how well it worked.

    A nice reminder to all of us to incorporate some sun protection.

    I burn easily the first few times. It tans and then I burn less. I think I will just use spray and reapply periodically. Not going to wear more and get overheated faster.

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