The right shoe and appropriate technical apparel are necessary items for a fitness enthusiast, but ask any runner or walker about their favorite accessory, and you will get at least one hundred different answers.  In this section of the website, we will profile a few of OUR favorite accessories.  Check back often to read about the many items we carry at Fleet Feet Sarasota!

The runner - self defense spray

Would you like to get in that early run but don’t feel safe? Try carrying The Runner – Self Defense Spray. This red pepper spray will incapacitate an attacker for ten to fifteen minutes; plenty of time to call for help or reach a safe place. The runner has a convenient adjustable hand strap to keep the pepper spray where you need it; in your hand and ready to use. Fleet Feet is also carrying the All American Self Defense Spray with a key ring attachment.

Pepper Spray w/Adjustable Hand Strap: $!2.00

Pepper Spray in Hard Case Unit:  $11.00                                                                                         

led clip on light and led head light

In the heat of a Sarasota summer, most runners try to get their training in during the early morning hours. Be safe and smart while you’re beating the heat. Pick up the Clip-On Light by Fuel Belt and stay visible while you walk, run, or even bike when it’s dark out.

Clip on light:  $10.00                                                             Head light:  $24.00

nathan power wash

A lot of our runners are swimmers as well. And anyone that is fond of lap swimming knows that chlorine is hard on your skin and hair and can leave a not so pleasant odor. Nathan Power Wash is a two-in-one hair and body wash that is easy on your skin but tough enough to get those pool chemicals off your body. The Power Wash is hypoallergenic, wont clog your skin and is environmentally friendly.

Nathan Power Wash:  $8.00

Nathan Power Shower Wipes:  $4.00

garmin 405

You've been asking about it, and it's finally here. The Garmin Forerunner 405. This nifty GPS-enabled watch does so much more than just tell time. It could possibly be the best training buddy you've ever had. You can race a virtual partner and beat your best time, keep records of your distances, pace and calories burned. Opt for a heart rate monitor and track your beats per minute to make sure you are training in the right cardio zone. Garmin has also added a touch bezel screen so no more fumbling with buttons on the go. Add up all of these amazing features and more and you've got a great watch that does everything but run for you. Stop by Fleet Feet and check it out.

GARMIN 405:  $299.99                             GARMIN 405 w/Heart Rate Monitor:  $349.99

win detergent

As the running world switches from natural to technical fabrics for socks and clothing, we also need to change the way we care for these fabrics. You might have noticed that your running clothes and gym socks have a funky smell, even after you wash them. This is a pretty common problem. Bacteria from your sweat can get trapped in the close knit fibers of your tech shirts and shorts, and normal detergents don't always do the trick. WIN Detergent is designed specifically for technical fibers. The detergent uses a powerful oxygenated technology to attack the bacteria that causes clothes to hang on to odors. Your clothes will be clean, and no more funky smell.

WIN Detergent:  $7.00 for 21 fl oz