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Disclaimer: I received a pair of Knockaround Sport Sunglasses to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews!

Whenever the opportunity to test out Knockaround sunglasses I always jump right on it without a second thought. This brand has been my tried and true for the past year. I find myself reaching for their sunglasses for almost every run... Read my past review HERE

When I looked at the specs for this Sport brand I knew that I was going to love them. Then when I received them and got to play around with them I was right. My absolute favorite feature of these sunglasses is the nose grip. I have always had a problem with my sunglasses falling down during my runs, specifically trail runs. I would always be finding myself pushing them back up and hoping they didn't slide off of my face.

I had the perfect opportunity to test these bad boys out the second they arrived. The past two summers I have done a trail race series, 4 races, 4 Thursdays and 4 different courses in the same park. I love this series and this is where these sunglasses had their true test. Immediately after the first race I was shocked, ask my Mom and friend who was there with me, I wouldn't stop talking about them and the fact that the nose grip didn't budge at ALL!

On top of the nose grip they have UV400 protection and are FDA approved impact resistant lenses with laser etch logo detail. Their durability is bar none. I am super hard on my sunglasses, I just can't help it, it's a bad habit but it is what it is. These sunglasses, let's be real all Knockaround sunglasses are extremely resilient and durable for absolutely everyone.

The best part, these Sport Sunglasses start at just $10 and can be fitted with polarized lenses for just a few bucks more. Before you go purchasing your own, which you totally should, be sure to use code BIBRAVEKNOCKS3 for 20% off your entire order (Limited to one use per user.)

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"Disclaimer: I received a Zwift Foot Pod to help review the free Zwift App as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!"

If you've been following along via social media the past month you may have seen me take part in a few different virtual runs with my BibRave family! These runs were so much fun to take part in because we are located all over the place so getting us together to run is pretty unrealistic. When the opportunity to run virtually with many other BibRave Pro's I was on board, no questions asked.

Once signed up I received a Zwift Running Pod that I placed on my shoelaces.

I was ready to run, but before I got started with that I had to download TWO Zwift Apps.

The first App, the ZWIFT App itself is the one you use WHILE running, this app is super simple to use. Open it up, connect your pod and you're ready to run!

The second app is the Zwift Companion App, here is where you'll connect with other runners, learn about upcoming runs and join the events!

This is the home screen, to see events happening soon just click the "EVENTS" tab

Click on whichever event interests you! I chose the "Weekend Long Run"

Once you have chosen an event, most have options as far as pacing goes so you can fall in line with people your speed. I chose group "C"

Once I open up the Zwift App my upcoming run is highlighted! The app also has a feature where it adds the run to your phone's calendar so you get a reminder before the run!!

So that's the set up, once you're running you have an avatar that runs virtually for you, through whatever city the event that you chose is in.

Here are a few screenshots of events I have ran...

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"Disclaimer: I received free entry into the All State Hot Chocolate 15k as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!"

On Sunday December 9th I was fortunate enough to run the All State Hot Chocolate 15k!! This was the first time I raced this distance and the second time I’ve ran a Hot Chocolate race. To say that I had a blast would be an understatement. First of all the expo, which was on Saturday at Union Station in downtown St. Louis, was awesome! The entire process was painless and the volunteers and those working the expo were super helpful. Not once did I feel like I was in the way or asking a silly question.

Second, the course was so nice. A little hillier than I expected but overall it was a route I’d love to run again! On course the aid station volunteers and spectators were awesome. I can’t say enough great things about the support on course.

Third, the bling afterwards! I’m a sucker for a great medal and this one did NOT disappoint! On top of that the jacket that we received for running the race is one that I will wear MANY times! As I’ve said from the start, the Hot Chocolate race series knows what they’re doing and how to treat their runners right!

Overall I highly recommend this race to anyone who happens to live in an area where a Hot Chocolate Run is available, I personally will run this series every year from here on out because it’s so well put together and managed that it makes running in the race so enjoyable!

Another perk was that immediately after the race I was able to claim my results on Athlinks... I did a step by step tutorial on my Instagram Stories that you can find HERE under the BIBRAVE Tab!

I also reviewed this race on BibRave.com which you can find HERE!

ALSO! Since this was my first time racing this distance I got a PR as well :)
Not entirely sure if that counts but it sounds good to me!

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If you've run with me at all you know just how much I love my BUFF's. They're essential to every single run in my opinion!

Why do I love my BUFF's so much?!

They are so light weight yet powerful at the same time.

Let me explain...

I wear my one BUFF on my head as a headband on any run, specifically my outdoor runs!

This BUFF helps keep the sweat out of my eyes and keeps my head feeling cool and dry. I also slip it over my ears when it gets colder out and it helps protect my ears against the elements and cold! Fancy, right?!  Helps in heat AND cold weather!

The other BUFF I wear on my wrist as sort of a sweat towel. This BUFF is my absolute life saver. I sweat like crazy and in the heat and humidity of the Midwest I sweat from every single part of my skin and am always fighting sweat from my brow getting into my eyes and burning. This BUFF on my arm performs as a sweat towel in the fact that I can wipe any and all sweat away and it will help keep my dry and comfortable.

Now obviously there are MANY ways to wear a BUFF, here is a quick video to help you decide just how you want to wear yours on your next run!

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So what are you waiting for?! I love my BUFF Original but there are SO many other BUFF options to choose from and there's bound to be a style that fits EVERYONE!

Check them out, you'll be glad that you did!

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