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Top Picks: Innovative Running Clothes Worth The Hype

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Featuring some of the coolest attire and accessories that are focused on genuinely improving your running experience.
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Womenswear - Watch Window Tops

 
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This is a great winter option, designed for warmth and performance. The watch window allows you to check your stats without exposing your skin to the elements.
Brooks Notch Thermal Hoodie 3.0
 
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Another solid cold weather option for those of us monitoring our stats during our runs.
Brooks Notch Thermal Long Sleeve 3.0
 
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The temperature regulating and fast-drying fabric make this a good option for chillier runs. Super lightweight! And a great watch window on each arm.
Oiselle Flyout Long Sleeve
 
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Bandit is that girl. And this top is that top. In addition to a watch window, this amazing mock-neck boasts built-in hand warmers. Seriously innovative and practical for cold weather runs.
Bandit AuraGrid™ Mockneck Performance Top

Menswear - Watch Window Tops

 
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Named Runner’s World’s Best Hoodie of the Year - and for fantastic reason. Averages 5/5 stars on reviews and has a watch window to boot.
Path Projects Pyrenees T19 Hooded Long Sleeve Shirt
 
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On an incredible sale as of January 2026, this is a quick-dry, moisture-wicking top also features anti-chafing technology and a watch window.
Born Primitive Endurance Long Sleeve Shirt
 
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Just like the women’s version linked earlier in this list, this incredible long-sleeve top from Bandit has both a watch window and built-in hand warmers. Good luck getting your hands on it, though!
Mens AuraGrid™ Mockneck Long Sleeve
 
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Incredible winter option
Cocoon 2.0

Womenswear - Innovative Storage Pockets

 
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If you’re looking to skip a belt or vest, this award-winning Bandit top could theoretically hold 7 gels comfortably. For me personally, I wish they’d make a full length version. But until then, this crop race top remains supreme.
Bandit Stamina™ 7 Pocket Nova Crop
 
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Skip the belt and opt for built-in storage
Women's Compression Shorts with Pocket | FlipBelt.com
 
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Phone pockets!
LuxeForm Functional Tank
 
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The most unique twist on a running vest I’ve seen to-date.
Hydration Crop / Bra
 
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Gel pockets and an affordable price point? It’s so good I had to link it even without an affiliate opportunity.
PR Crop Tank Top

Menswear - Innovative Storage Pockets

 
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These shorts hold up to 8 gels and have a no-bounce pocket for your cell phone. Incredible reviews for a reason!
Sykes PX Running Shorts, Best Running Shorts | Path Projects
 
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You can never go wrong with Janji and these shorts have plenty of storage for your gel/energy needs on your mid-length runs.
M's 8" Trail Half Tight

High-tech Accessories

 
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Merino wool? Check. Watch window? Check. Touchscreen friendly? Check. These are the ultimate training glove.
Merino Performance Gloves, Unisex - Black
 
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Wind-proof and extra warm, these mitten-style gloves are built for the coldest stays. You can stay warm and still check your stats. Grippy and touchscreen friendly.
Reflecto Hatch Windproof Mittens - Black
 
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Oiselle has several great options for watch window gloves
Oiselle | Lux Watch Window Gloves | Women's | Juniper
 
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Super slim belt with gel storage and a bib holder
Race II Number Belt
 
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Insanely cool tech
Garmin HRM 600 Heart Rate Monitor
 
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Stay safe out there
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