Runner's gear
The Running Equipment includes GPS watches, fitness bands, headphones, race belts and hydration, insoles, gloves and accessories, from Garmin, Shokz, Coxa Carry or Noene.
Good equipment won't make you run faster, but it makes every outing easier and safer.
Which Garmin watch for your activity
Garmin watches are divided into families. The Forerunner is the runner's range: the Forerunner 165 covers the essentials, pace, heart rate, training plans and a bright screen, the Forerunner 570 adds more in-depth analysis and a speaker, and the Forerunner 970 targets serious runners with mapping and extended battery life. The Instinct, with its reinforced case, focuses on robustness and battery life for outdoor use, with solar charging versions.
The Enduro is designed for ultra-trail and very long outings, where battery life is the top priority, while the Vívoactive, more versatile, tracks running, swimming, cycling and gym sessions just as well. For kids, the Vívofit Jr makes tracking daily activity fun.
QuickFit bands and compatibility
QuickFit bands from Garmin can be changed with a single motion, no tools needed, thanks to a clip system. They come in several widths, 20, 22 or 26 millimetres, which match the case size: you need to check your watch's width before ordering one. Silicone bands are great for sports and dry quickly, while nylon or leather models are suited for everyday wear. Older watches, like certain Forerunners, use model-specific attachments.
Bone conduction headphones
Bone conduction headphones, like those from Shokz, transmit sound through vibrations across the cheekbones, without blocking the ear canal. This way, runners can enjoy their music while staying aware of traffic, cyclists and other runners, a real safety boost on the road. The OpenSwim model, waterproof with built-in memory, even works while swimming, where Bluetooth doesn’t work underwater.
Belt, insoles and running accessories
The race number belt fixes the number without pins: it slides in front for running and behind for cycling in triathlons, so the shirt isn't damaged. The hydration belt, like the Coxa Carry, holds a flask, phone and gels without bouncing around. The cushioning insoles Noene, which are very thin, absorb some vibrations and slip into an existing shoe.
The foldable cup is perfect for races that have eliminated disposable cups at refreshment stops, and lightweight gloves and mittens keep hands warm in winter. These accessories are grouped in accessories, electronics and baggage.
The rest of the running world
The equipment is organised into three pages:
- Accessories, belts, cups, gloves and insoles.
- Electronics, GPS watches, bands and headphones.
- Baggage, bags and hydration belts.
Men's shoes and women's shoes, men's clothing and women's clothing, the junior category and brands complete the range, on the running page.
New arrivals and great deals
The new arrivals showcase the latest releases, the promos highlight discounted items, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and sent in 24 hours. The good deals, clearance, sales and Black Friday have their running page, throughout the Black Friday, the end of year holidays, winter sales and French Days.
Frequently asked questions
Forerunner, Instinct or Enduro: which Garmin watch for running?
The Forerunner is the range for runners, from the essentials to in-depth analysis with mapping. The Instinct, with its reinforced case, focuses on robustness and outdoor battery life, and the Enduro is for ultra-trails, where battery life is paramount. The Vívoactive also tracks swimming and cycling.
How to know if a QuickFit band fits your watch?
QuickFit bands come in 20, 22 or 26 millimetres based on the case size: check your watch's width before ordering. They can be changed without tools thanks to a clip, but some older Forerunners use model-specific attachments.
Can you listen to music while running without isolating from traffic?
Yes, with bone conduction headphones like those from Shokz: the sound travels through vibrations across the cheekbones, without blocking the ear canal. You can hear your music while staying aware of cars, cyclists and other runners.
How to carry your phone while running?
A running or hydration belt, like the Coxa Carry, holds your phone, keys and gels close to your body without bouncing, and also carries a flask for long outings.
What is a race number belt for?
It fixes the number without pins, which avoids damaging the shirt. In triathlons, you rotate it to wear the number behind while cycling and in front during running, without having to take anything apart between the two.
