I’ve known for a while now that I should get a RoadID wristband with my emergency contact info on it. I’ve read too many stories about people getting hit by cars while cycling, and I’ve had a few close calls while running across crosswalks. And then there’s the random danger of wiping out on a patch of gravel or falling victim to some other freak accident!
God forbid any of these things ever happen to me, but if they do, I want my parents to know as quickly as possible. Hence:
I recently did my first run in the dark and realized that I needed some important gear to stay safe as the days grow shorter. Henrik recommended a blinky light on the RoadID Web site, and I figured as long as I was ordering one, I’d stop being lazy and get the wristband, too.
I ordered the clear Firefly Supernova light, which I’ll clip to my fuel belt. Apparently people can see this light up to a mile away, so that gives them a mile’s worth of time to not kill me.
I also ordered this Energizer Trail Finder headlamp from Amazon on Courtney’s recommendation. I’m sorry, it just doesn’t get more badass than running with a headlamp.
This is all evidence of how much I hate the treadmill. I’d much rather cruise around in the dark with my incredibly attractive headlamp and blindingly bright light than pound out anything more than 4 miles at the gym.
On Monday night, I started my 5-mile run right after I got home from work, and it was dark by the time I got done — just before 7:00. Depressing! I ran at an 8:46 average pace, though, so that was good. : D
ANYWAY. If you want to grab a RoadID or a blinky light or some other piece of safety gear from the RoadID Web site, use the code ThanksDevon9091474 to get $1 off of your order. Up to 20 people can use the code. Wheee!
Note: I don’t work for RoadID or get any kickback from them if you place an order – they just send a $1 off code to every customer!
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