Girl Gear
Optic Nerve Toby Sunglasses
Named after Optic Nerve’s founder’s mother, Toby Cotton, these sunglasses are dedicated to Toby, who recently lost her 17-year battle with breast cancer. The temple is specially adorned with the signature “pink ribbon.” During 2007, Optic Nerve is supporting Komen for the Cure by donating $4 from each pair of sunglasses sold. Available in black and white, through December 31. $40, www.nerveusa.com
Sierra Designs Diamond Spring Sleeping Bag
If you’re going to be out sleeping in nature, you need to be warm and comfortable…with a bit of cute factor mixed in. Sierra Designs’ Diamond Spring goose down bags are designed specifically for a woman’s body shape, with extra insulation in the toe area where women tend to get colder. The bags feature SD’s Flex technology, which offers up flexibility to move around, too. They also come in fun, feminine colors with a cute flowery lining. 15-degree bag $229/reg and $249/long; 30-degree $199/reg and $219/long. www.sierradesigns.com
Sporthill Nirvana Zip Top
The name says it all for this midweight layer that’s a must-have for all of your fall and winter activities. Made of a soft polyester and spandex blend, the Nirvana features a handy zippered sleeve pocket with an audio port for your iPod or MP3, so you can carry your tunes wherever you go. On chilly days, stick your thumbs in the thumbholes to keep your hands warm. $70, www.sporthill.com
Belle Baby Carrier
For moms looking to carry their newborns in style, this is the carrier of choice. Designed for babies 10-25 lbs., the carrier has an easy-to-adjust five point support system that transfers the baby’s weight directly to your hips and not your back, so you can get out walking and hiking with your little one safe and close. Best of all, the carrier comes in fun prints like dalmation and cheetah, or softer colors such as lilac and sky blue. There are also two new organic fabric styles in moss and sand. $90, $100 organic, www.bellebabycarriers.com
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this month's magazine
Altitude With Attitude
Training for a multi-stage, Rocky Mountain trail run in Naperville? It's no problem for Team Small Wonder, which completed the Gore-Tex Trans Rockies Challenge with flying colors.
From the Editor: Running From Your 401(k)
This month, runner’s mailboxes are filled with race applications for Turkey trots and end of the season races. It’s your final chance to finish up the year with a 5K, 8K or 10K. Just ignore those envelops for the 401(k).
In & Out
Don’t let working out indoors get you down. These conditioning workouts will prepare you for that first snowfall when the games can begin outside.
Snow Gear
As with every season, there’s new garb and accessories to keep you moving and grooving—and comfortable—on the slopes. Check out what’s cool for this winter.
other features
Mondays with Marty
The award-winning author of Chasing Lance, Martin Dugard, shares his weekly musings exclusively online
AthletiCo Training Tips
AthletiCo has 47 locations in Chicagoland that offer orthopedic rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, sports medicine, massage therapy and more. Read their training tips exclusively on WindyCitySports.com!
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