6 holiday gift ideas for Sacramento runners that you can get at local stores

It’s no secret that Sacramento is a runner’s city.

With the holidays right around the corner, The Bee made a roundup of gifts for the runners in your life, with some gift ideas picked from locally-owned and chain stores.

From hydration packets to compression socks here are some Christmas gift ideas:

Runner shoes

Shop at: Fleet Feet

Address: 2311 J St, Sacramento

Every runner needs a good pair of shoes to navigate comfortably through the trails. Fleet Feet can assess your stride and match you with the right fit shoe. Appointments are recommended.

Inspirational runners book

Shop locally at: East Village Bookshop

Address: 3604 McKinley Blvd, Sacramento

Everyone can use a dash of inspiration to keep them motivated throughout their running journey. Especially runners who are just picking up the hobby, it can sometimes be tough to stay consistent. East Village Bookshop carries “The Happy Runner” by David Roche, which gives tips to help runners stay consistent on the track. East Village also provides the option to order books through its bookstore.

Running glasses

Shop locally at: A Million Sunglasses

Address: 114 K St, Sacramento

Sacramento is popular for its sunny weather, making sunglasses a necessity. For runners especially, a pair of sunglasses can also make a nice gift. A Million Sunglasses, in Old Town Sacramento, carries popular outdoor sunglasses brands like Oakley.

Hydration packets

Shop locally at: Sacramento Co-Op

Address: 2820 R St, Sacramento

Proper hydration and nutrition is imperative for a runner. Sacramento’s Co-Op has a wide selection of vitamins and hydration packets that fit in your holiday stocking.

Compression socks

Shop at: REI

Address: 1790 Expo Pkwy, Sacramento

Socks get a bad rap around Christmas for being a silly gift. For long distance runners though, wearing compression socks is a way to relax after a long-distance run. If you want to gift a pair, REI carries compression socks ranging from $18.95 to $69.95.

Running hat

Shop locally at: Strapping

Address: 1715 R St., Sacramento

Strapping, a locally-owned Sacramento gift store, sells novelty items and city-branded hats. For all the proud Sacramento runners, you can gift them a hat to wear on their runs.

This story was originally published November 25, 2022 at 5:00 AM.