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Do you run ever run early in the morning or late in the evening? I used to love running early in the morning before work, but once Daylight Savings ended, it just wasn’t safe for me to be out there on my own since it was still dark outside. I had to readjust my running schedule to run after work, which was much less convenient. Now that I have Knuckle Lights, it’s a game changer!
In today’s post, I’m sharing my experience of running with Knuckle Lights. Keep reading to learn more and how you can buy your own set with a 10% discount!
I’m linking up with Angela and Ilka for the Sunday Fitness and Food, Susie, Debbie, Lora, and Rachel for the Running Coaches Corner and Annmarie, Nicole, Jen, and Michelle for Wild Workout Wednesday!
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The Importance of Running Safely in the Dark
As I’ve been running the past 6 years, I’ve noticed that a lot of people don’t take running in the dark seriously. There are too many people that go out early in the morning or late at night wearing dark clothing, running alone, and/or blasting loud music. It’s so important to be vigilant and safe out there, and that’s why I wrote a post to help runners know what NOT to do when running in the dark!
Being visible in the dark as a runner is SO important, as we continue to hear sad news about runners being hit on the road by drivers who can’t see them. Just a few weeks ago I was driving on a dark, suburban road and was shocked to see a runner out there, all alone, with no clothing to help with visibility. Thankfully, I was driving slow enough to see them!
Runners are so quick to buy the latest shoes, hydration products, and even high-priced treadmills, but why is there so much hesitation to buy visibility gear for running in the dark, especially since there is so much available on the market?
Knuckle Lights Review
So if you’re in need of some visibility gear for an early morning or late evening run, Knuckle Lights is an excellent option for running safely in the dark. They are exactly what they sound like, lights that you wear on your hands over your knuckles while you run!
Knuckle Light Features:
- 280 Lumens – Each light has a brightness of 140 lumens and there are three power settings that you can use: high, low, and blinking.
- Rechargeable – The Knuckle Lights come with a charging dock that is easy to use and plug in.
- Water Proof – Run with them in the rain and the snow and you shouldn’t have a problem!
Check out this video to see the Knuckle Lights in action!
Running with Knuckle Lights
I’ve really enjoyed running with these bad boys! While I live in the city of Philadelphia, my neighborhood is pretty suburban and many of the blocks where I usually run are poorly lit at night. So far I’ve only worn the Knuckle Lights on runs between 2-4 miles due to time constraints, but I’m sure they would work great on a long early morning run! Good thing that I’m in half marathon training mode!
Brightness
What really surprised me is how BRIGHT the Knuckle Lights are! I’ve used the high and low brightness settings so far and they work really great when running in the dark. It’s easy to change from one power setting to another with the press of a button on each light. When I start running from home, I have to be careful because some of my neighbors’ sidewalks are very uneven from unruly tree roots. Wearing the Knuckle Lights have made a big difference as I can easily avoid a tripping hazard!
One thing that I will note is that I’ve accidentally “blinded” myself when using the lights to check my Nike+ watch stats while running, so do NOT let these lights shine in directly in your eyes!
Comfort
The Knuckle Lights are pretty comfortable to wear on the run. At less than 3 ounces, they don’t weigh you down at all. The straps are adjustable and I like to keep them pretty tight so that they stay and place and my running form stays consistent. I’ve had no issues with bouncing or chafing while wearing them, and I’ve even been able to comfortably use the Knuckle Lights while wearing gloves!
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Rosie was so curious about the lights!I really love running with my Knuckle Lights! They are a valuable tool to use when running in the dark and have really have become a game-changer in my running routine! I know that I’ll be using them for a really long time. If you want your own set, you can save 10% on Knuckle Lights with promotional code bibravepro!
Have you ever run in an area that was too dark for comfort? Would you consider trying the Knuckle Lights?
Knuckle lights seem pretty cool. But I carry pepper spray. Wonder if I could hold both at the same time. Hmmm…
I have run with only one Knuckle Light and that works great too, you could maybe wear one and have pepper spray in the other hand!
Did you end up putting them on your shoes too? I seriously could not LIVE without my knuckle lights. They are truly amazing and a MUST buy for any early morning or evening runner!
Great review!
Thanks, Gina! I didn’t wear them on my shoes, though I am curious of whether that’d be another way to wear them!
Those knuckle lights are definitely something I would use for night or early morning runs. They are actually a great idea!
I was a little skeptical at first but they are pretty comfortable and so bright!
These look great! If it’s not broad daylight, the area where I run is not lit at all. This week it’s been foggy even when it’s light. I cringe when I see runners and cyclists out that aren’t well lit.
I really love running with them! I haven’t tried them in fog yet but I’m sure they would help so much with visibility!
I really, really want a pair of these!!!
Check out the #bibchat on Tuesday night, I’m pretty sure they will be giving a pair away!
I got my husband some knuckle lights for Christmas and they are SO bright! I am thinking about buying a pair for myself.
They work so well! And I love that these are rechargeable…so easy to use!
Those look great! I run 2 days a week in the dark and safety is so important! Great review!
Thanks, Mary Beth – they’re definitely worth checking out!
I love my Knuckle Lights. They are so light and so bright and they have come in really handy over the past few months. Visibility and safety are both so important, and I feel like I get both with these lights.
I’m so glad I have them, they really make a difference in feeling safe when on the run at night or early in the morning!
My rechargeable knuckle lights are the best running lights I’ve ever owned. The fit so comfortably over my running gloves and really light up the area. My running partner and I both have them and get lots of inquiries about them.
They are such a hit! I hear they’ll be introducing different colors too!
These sound like the perfect safety tool to have for my early evening runs after work. I definitely need to look into getting myself a pair.
They have definitely been helpful crossing busy intersections…I’m always worried about cars being able to see me! Check out Tuesday’s #Bibchat on Twitter and they’ll share a lot more information about the Knuckle Lights!
Looks very useful, I need to try some!
You’ll love them!
These look great! They seem to really light the path, glad you liked them.
I have so many dark streets in my neighborhood, even one light really illuminates the sidewalk!
I normally don’t like having things in my hands when I run. However, I would rather be seen then not! These look pretty neat!
What I like about the Knuckle Lights is that they actually are pretty comfortable in my hands. They work great, definitely worth checking out!
I actually have a pair of these that I need to give a try but sadly I have been stuck at home so have had many runs on the treadmill lately. I am excited to read more about them in your review!
They really are great to run with! Hopefully you’ll be able to get out there soon! We’ve been fortunate to have some warmer weather the past several days in Philly, extra incentive to run outside!
I love my Knuckle Lights! I have not gotten the rechargeables yet (still have the originals). As you know, I used them a lot hast fall with all of my early morning runs, and often times, just wore one of them at a time because the light was so bright. They are great for walking the dog as well 😉
Yes, this is a much-needed piece of gear for those 0 dark thirty miles! I was surprised to see how just using one light makes a big difference! And good point that they’re great for talking a walk or taking the dog out as well!
While I don’t think I’ll need knuckle lights on the treadmill, that 10% deal could be a great future investment. Thanks for sharing!