Softstep Knits
Alpine Merino Run Socks, 2-Pack
No occasion needed — merino-blend crew socks with targeted cushioning, knit in a Carolina mill.
$22
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Gifts for the runner who loves running under $50
We read the reviews so you don't have to — 5 standouts from small brands, $22 to $47, anchored by the Alpine Merino Run Socks, 2-Pack.
Juniper Trail Supply
Cork Massage & Recovery Set
A cork ball, peanut, and mini roller for post-run repairs, in a canvas kit bag — and it's from Juniper Trail Supply, not a warehouse. That's the whole pitch.
$47
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Juniper Trail Supply
Dawn Patrol Run Belt
Trust me on this one — a bounce-free waist belt that swallows a phone, keys, and two gels. A runner will not see it coming.
$34
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Softstep Knits
High-Vis Wool Run Beanie
At $29 it reads like twice that. Merino warmth with a 360° reflective yarn woven straight through the knit.
$29
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Meridian Travel Goods
Kyoto Grid Packing Cubes
Three ripstop cubes with compression zips and a separate wet-dry pocket — and it's from Meridian Travel Goods, not a warehouse. That's the whole pitch.
$36
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