Finding the right gift is always a challenge. You need to find something that the person wants, that he does not have, and that you can afford. Fortunately, if your gift recipient is a cross-country runner, there is a wide selection of running gear in all shapes, sizes, styles and price ranges, so you will have plenty of options for finding the right gift.
Tech Shirts
The average T-shirt doesn't cut it for runners. Most shirts are made with cotton, a highly absorbent fabric that soaks up sweat, becoming abrasive and heavy during a run. Runners prefer T-shirts made with breathable, sweat-wicking fabrics like polyester and merino wool that keep them dry and comfortable while running. For example, Sugoi's Gustov Trail S/S shirt is made with sweat-wicking, breathable fabric that allows runners to stay cool and dry.
Socks
Many people don't enjoy opening a gift of socks, but runners find socks a joy to receive. Since good running socks usually are made of pricey fabrics like merino wool, polyester and mohair and can cost $10 a pair or more, buying a week's worth of socks can be pretty expensive. Socks made specifically for running, like Balega's Enduro socks, help keep feet comfortable on a run.
Music
Music can keep the mind occupied and the body motivated during a long run. Most runners appreciate a new song or audiobook to keep them going; an iTunes gift card is a great way to keep mp3 playlists updated and ready to run. Runners also need headphones that won't fall out as they run, such as the Philips SHS3201 Earhook Headphones, which wrap around the ear.
Running Lubricants
Chafing and blisters are some of the worst maladies that can befall a runner. Before runs, applying a roll-on lubricant like Bodyglide to body parts that rub together will reduce friction and prevent chafing. Applying Bodyglide to feet pre-run will help eliminate the friction that can cause blisters.
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