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Best Running Gifts for Men
Gift Guide 2024 | Fleet Feet
Need a present for your husband? Maybe a brother or dad? If you need running gift ideas for the guy in your life—we’re here to help.
Runners are picky about their gear, but we think these ideas are great for runners (and walkers!) of all abilities. Chock full of moisture-wicking fabrics and performance-minded cuts, these items will help you check another gift off the list this year.
If you can’t find something here, check out the rest of our gift guide for runners for more than 100+ ideas on what to get the runner in your life.
This article is part of our 2024 Gift Guide for Runners. See all the best gifts for runners by price, category and more. Can't make up your mind? No worries. Check out our gift cards for a gift that keeps on giving.
More Running Gifts for Him: Staff Picks
Gifts for Men
Brooks Luxe Long Sleeve
$56
Upgrade his go-to running shirt. The Brooks Luxe Long Sleeve top features GO₂ Softᵀᴹ fabric — a super soft, odor-resistant fabric that feels silky smooth on your skin while offering optimal breathability.
Gifts for Men
Shokz OpenRun Pro
$160
These gems are game-changers for running and working out. They use Shokz open-ear design that lets you listen to high-quality audio while still being able to hear your surroundings.
Gifts for Men
New Balance Heat Grid Half Zip
$95
Half-zip pullovers prove their worth during the fall and winter months and make a great gift for any runner. New Balance’s soft, Heat Grid fleece is stretchy and wicks away moisture to keep him dry and warm during his cold-weather runs and adventures.
Gifts for Men
On Performance Winter Tights
$130
These running tights will keep his legs warm, not weighed down. Featuring brushed materials for extra warmth on cold days and a side pocket for his phone, he'll love these cold-weather running tights.
Gifts for Men
New Balance RC Seamless 5" Short
$65
The New Balance RC Seamless 5” Shorts are perfect for his runs, workouts and everything in between. Comfortable, lightweight and airy, these shorts have everything he needs to complete his workout with a smile on your face.
TriggerPoint Grid Foam Roller
$35
The best massage tools are relatively simple to use and versatile. Gifting your runner the TriggerPoint Grid Foam Roller will give them all of the best aspects of foam rolling without getting too fancy.
Engineered to mimic a massage therapist's hands, there are three different surface textures molded onto the GRID that each serve a specific purpose, so they can find the perfect pressure and angle to optimize their rolling session.
Gifts for Men
On Weather Insulated Jacket
$250
If you are looking to splurge on the man in your life, look no further than the On Weather Insulated Jacket. He will be wearing this jacket for years to come. It protects from wind, light rain and snow with a super lightweight fabric that is breathable and durable.
Gifts for Men
Sprints VP Hat
$35
This structured, snapback VP hat has the style and performance he needs for before, during and after his run.
Gifts for Men
SPIbelt Adult Large Pocket
$25
Perfect for running, working out, travel, medical needs, and so much more, this running belt keeps all his exercise accessories, headphones, keys, ID, and credit cards safe, secure and close at hand.
Gifts for Men
Feetures Elite Light Cushion Mini Crew
$20
Socks are the last thing he should worry about on his run or workout. Feetures Elite Light Cushion Mini Crew Sock are some of the best performance socks on the planet with a fit and feel that is unmatched.
Gifts for Men
rabbit EZ Tee Long Sleeve
$55
Perfect for running, this long sleeve is so buttery soft that he'll want to wear it all day long. It wicks away sweat, dries quickly and doesn’t cling to your body—all of the necessary factors that make a great running top.
Gifts for Men
Nathan HyperNight Reflective Gloves
$30
The Nathan HyperNight Reflective Gloves are an essential piece of gear for any runner’s toolkit. Lightweight yet warm, these running gloves will keep his fingers toasty on chilly days thanks to their stretch spandex fabric and soft, brushed fleece lining. A unique geo-reflective print for added visibility in low-light conditions helps keep him safe on the road.
Give the Gift of Comfort
Vuori Strato Tech Tee
$54
When you’re buying a gift for the guy in your life, the Strato tee is an easy choice.
Stunningly soft and available in a variety of colors, this simple yet high-performing running shirt will fit great and look amazing on him.
He can wear it on its own or as a base layer in the cold, while the breathable, anti-odor fabric with a UPF 30+ rating that dries lightning fast, so he can stay fresh and comfortable all day long.
Gifts for Men
rabbit High Country Flannel
$85
Still stumped on what to get? Give him the functional flannel from one of our favorite apparel brands, rabbit.
Cut from moisture-wicking polyester fabric, the High Country is perfect for cold weather trail running or crisp afternoon beers. Blended with a touch of merino wool, the High Country delivers classic flannel vibes with modern performance.
Gifts for Men
Garmin Forerunner 265
original price $450 sale/discounted price $350
Make him a smarter runner with the Garmin Forerunner 265.
Garmin packed the Forerunner with advanced performance features, but it’s the basics that shine: reliable GPS, loads of space for music, wrist-based heart rate and sleep monitoring. Displayed on a brilliant AMOLED touchscreen, runners of all abilities will be able to fine-tune their training to get the most out of their runs.
Gifts for Men
Brooks Sherpa 2-in-1 Short
$68
More miles, less laundry. The Brooks Sherpa 2-in-1 Short combines a high-performance running short with a stretch boxer brief liner for the ultimate training partner.
The wide, flat waistband with internal drawstring are comfortable and adjustable, and the pockets provide plenty of space for gels, car keys and a phone. Everything a runner needs, and nothing they don’t.
Gifts for Men
Feetures Elite Max Cushion No Show
$18
Maybe you’ve maxed out giving your dad or brother a pair of socks as a gift. But trust us, the Feetures Elite Max Cushion No Show aren’t your typical cotton pair.
Feetures spun the Elite from soft and smooth fibers that wick moisture away from your skin. The precise, anatomical fit and heel tab protect against blisters, and dense cushioning delivers another layer of comfort on long hauls.
Gifts for Men
Vuori Sunday Performance Jogger
$98
Sometimes choices are simple. This is one of those times.
The Vuori Sunday Performance Joggers are a staff-favorite here at Fleet Feet thanks to their incredible four-way stretch, moisture wicking fabric and laid-back vibes. Even better, they have a zip pocket on the thigh and one in the back for extra security.
Gifts for Men
goodr Sunglasses
$25
Like the joggers above, you don’t need to overthink this one.
goodr’s sunnies come in tons of colors and shapes, and they’re priced to pick up multiple pairs—or replace them when someone sits on them. They’re lightweight, polarized and downright good looking.
Gifts for Men
Hypervolt Go 2
$129
Massages are great. But finding the time and expense? Get him a Hypervolt Go 2 instead.
This portable percussion massager weighs only 1.5 lbs, so it fits easily in a travel bag, and it runs for three hours per charge. But it’s not the weight or battery life that makes it great—it’s the power. The Go 2 packs full-size power into each massage to help loosen knots, relieve tension and renew weary muscles.
Gifts for Men
Brooks Shield Hybrid Vest 3.0
$120
When we’re between seasons, versatility is the name of the game. That’s why the Brooks Shield Hybrid Vest makes such a good gift.
Brooks added synthetic insulation to make it warm on cold days, but being a vest means your arms are free to swing. A zippered hand pocket on each side provides secure storage, and the full-zip front makes it easy to adjust the ventilation.
More Gifts for Runners
We narrowed down our favorite products by category so whether your runner likes to crush marathons or enjoys the daily stress-relief, these gifts will make your holiday shopping easy.
How We Picked the Best Running Gifts for Men
With more than 45 years of experience, Fleet Feet is the expert in running (and gifting). What makes the perfect gift for a runner comes down to the personal experience, goals, preferences and style of that runner. We use a combination of real-life use, quality of materials, seasonal trends and our own top-seller lists to pick out the best gifts. We also look at what runners are saving to their Fleet Feet wishlists, so you can be confident that you're getting them something they'll love. With all that in mind, we picked gear that lived up to our personal (and professional) expectations. Plus, as people who live and breathe running, we know what we would like to unwrap ourselves.
Why You Should Trust Us
At Fleet Feet one of our core values is that it is a privilege to serve. We take the thought of giving you advice and guiding you to pick out the perfect gift for the runner in your life very seriously and are honored that you chose to read this. Fleet Feet is the No. 1 run specialty store in the country. We serve more than 3 million customers across 250+ locations annually and have completed more than 5 million 3D foot scans (and counting) of different runners and walkers’ feet. Our goal is to help every customer find the perfect shoes, apparel and gear for their goals.
We don’t just sell shoes and gear, we run, walk and hike with you in those shoes. We have had hundreds of thousands of runners and walkers participate in our training programs, community runs and events every year. We have locations all over the country running in the snow, desert and everything in between.
We take our sales data and talk with the different shoe companies, designers and our network of runners, walkers and hikers to cultivate this list of the best gift ideas for men who run. We also review shoes and gear ourselves to provide you with the best information possible when making these guides. We update this guide regularly to make sure you have the latest information possible to make the best decision for you when it comes to giving your loved one a gift.
Standing Behind Our Picks
We picked the best gifts for runners based on what we think will work for the most people in most situations. If you buy a gift from us and you don’t love the way it looks, fits or performs, bring them back within 60 days for a full refund.
Plus, we offer free shipping on all orders over $99 on fleetfeet.com, and we’ll match a lower price from a qualifying retailer. That’s our Happy Fit Guarantee.