The temps are rising, days are getting longer, and those early morning runs are getting warmer.
At BOCO Gear, we know you won’t let a little summer heat stifle your daily run. But before you start clocking your summer miles, you need to know what to wear running this season.
And who better to get recommendations for the best clothes for running in hot weather than a whole team of endurance running pros?
We asked our BOCO Ambassadors to share their favorite cooling clothing and accessories and why they’re a must-have. Read on to find your new favorite hot weather running gear!
Name: Lisa Heiken
Where you live: Bloomington, IL
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
BOCO visors and water bottles! I did just upgrade to a Nathan cooling vest with a bladder — I easily end up drenched in the summer because the heat in my body always goes straight to my upper body and face. I use a bottle for spraying my face and hair down then another for me to drink from.
I also don’t go anywhere without my goodr sunglasses. I’m up to over 30 pairs and can match them with any outfit or occasion!
Name: Thomas Nguyen
Where you live: Galloway, OH
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
When I’m running in hot weather, I like to wear BOCO Gear’s Performance Mesh Headband to keep the sweat out of my eyes!
Name: Kellie Thompson
Where you live: Boulder, CO
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
BOCO hat + Goodr sunglasses are my favorite pieces of summer running gear! My pale, Irish skin mixed with the hot Colorado sun can be a recipe for disaster! I always wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to protect my skin when I’m out on long summer runs.
Name: Emma
Where you live: Christchurch, New Zealand
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
My BOCO Gear running visors help keep my head cool and keep the sweat out of my eyes. My fave is my Cupcake Cartel team visor!
Name: Michelle Kennemer
Where you live: The Colony, TX (DFW suburbs)
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
BOCO Gear running visors are a must have!
Name: Tawnya Betancourt
Where you live: Long Beach, CA
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
360 BOCO Visor and Oiselle pocket joggers!
Name: Megan Eckert
Where you live: Santa Fe, NM
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
I keep cool with a Six Moon Design Umbrella and the Sawyer Mini Water Filter.
Name: Andy Croley
Where you live: St. Louis
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
On hot summer days, I keep a cooler in the car with water (and other beverages). I also keep a cooling towel in the cooler. It feels great to drape it around my neck after a long run.
Name: Tristan Lindfelt
Where you live: Fremont, CA
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
On hot days I like to wear BOCO Gear Technical Truckers, an Orange Mud hydration pack, and Tri Sirena tanks.
Name: Melanie Morriss
Where you live: Douglass, KS
What are your favorite pieces of summer/hot weather running gear that helps keep you cool?
The lighter the clothes the better. I tend to go to Craft or Rabbit. Also, a little bit of peppermint oil on the inside of the wrists or inside of the elbow (the elbow pit) if there is any breeze at all.
Shop BOCO’s Summer Running Gear Today
You heard it, folks — the pros love our hot weather running gear! Each item is designed to wick away moisture and keep you cool and comfortable on those scorching summer days.
From our visors to Technical Trucker hats, our summer running gear never gives up — just like you.