In July, at the Expo for the San Francisco Marathon, I noticed the table with the banner “RUNNERBOX.” I spoke with the company rep, and I liked what I saw and heard. I gladly agreed to accept and review a Runnerbox (I did not pay for the product). The Runnerbox that I am reviewing here is the July version.
I love samples and I love trying out new stuff! I also enjoy attending events where I see new products and receive items to sample. It’s a bit like Christmas for me. So, you can only imagine the thrill I felt when I received and opened the Runnerbox. I looked at the packaging and the contents, and I said hey, these people aren’t kidding ~ this is good stuff!
Runnerbox offers boxes for both Runners and Triathletes – with a choice of a bimonthly subscription box, or a one-time box (called a gift box – though the gift could certainly be to yourself!). There is also a gluten-free box. All are priced at $20, which seems to be a great bargain considering the content in the boxes and the price of sport-related health and nutrition products.
The July Runnerbox was chock full of great products: some that I already know and love (such as Nuun and Stinger), and others that I was first introduced to by Runnerbox, and like a great deal (such as Island Boost).
The box itself was very nice: I opened it to find this quote from Dean Karnazes:
An insert said:
here’s the list of items in the box:
beautifully packaged:
Holy cow, look at all these goodies!
Honey Stinger is a great energy product. Tastes good, feels good. I totally recommend it.
the Runnerbox contained 2 sample packets of Nuun, my favorite electrolyte replenisher product
Pure protein is a great energy bar. Gives that extra boost of protein. And it’s delicious.
I love, love, love Kind bars!
Muscle? Brownie? What’s not to love?
Sensible Foods: dried crunchy Edamame and tropical fruit. great snacks.
Island Boost caught my attention. I loved it. Its a like a gel, but liquid. It tastes good, goes down easy, and absorbs into the system so much better than gels. Damn good fuel. I want more!!
Island Boost nutrition information
An espresso drink? This is going in my suitcase for my next trip!
Bolt gel blocks by Pro Bar. Strawberry flavor.
Manuka Newton soft-baked gluten-free strawberry cake
There were also some great non-food items in the July Runnerbox, such as Run-Guard, an anti-chafing product:
ShowerPill Athletic Bodywipe – I haven’ t tried this product yet, but I’m sure that when I do use it, someone will be grateful!
Ion iron-on safety reflectors – pretty cool!!
And, I know I’ll be able to use this Leg Cramp medicine!!
The box was great and, to me, it’s worth a lot more than $20!
GIVEAWAY
Would you like to win a Runnerbox gift box (which you could give as a gift, or keep for yourself)? Simply:
1. Like Runnerbox on Facebook
2. Like Will Run For Miles on Facebook
3. Tweet, in your own words “Enter to win a @Runnerbox from @katruns26point2 at http://willrunformiles.boardingarea.com”
4. Leave a comment here, with an email address, saying you’d like to win the Runnerbox giveaway.
The winner will be chosen at random on Monday October 28th.
DISCOUNT
Use the code MILES through this friday 10/25 for $6 off a year subscription (10% savings taken off each box over a year), or $2 off any GiftBox.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Want to contact me?
Email: WillRunForMiles@gmail.com
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A New York frequent flyer who elegantly combines her passions for worldwide travel, running a gazillion marathons all over the globe and staying fit ... without sacrificing her fancy for good wine and food.
I just tried ordering a giftbox, and the coupon code MILES didn’t work. “The coupon code you entered couldn’t be applied to your order”
Am I missing a step, or is the code not yet active?
I will check for you.
Code works now — thanks!
I’d like to win the Runnerbox giveaway.
I’d like to win the Runnerbox giveaway! Lpicek@gmail.com
great idea, us runners love our swag!!
I want to win! This sounds very cool
I would LOVE to win a Runnerbox!!!
Thank you so much for this excellent, picture-filled review. I’ve used several of these products myself and am really impressed with the quality of the items chosen for this assortment. You’re right, $20 is a bargain. You just made my Christmas shopping easier.
Nice! I like this so much that I literally just posted my first tweet in a year to enter the drawing. Either way, I think I’m going to buy one, great gift idea!
I’d love to win a Runnerbox for my boyfriend. He’s training for his first ultra!
I would love to win the runner box. I am a novice but still could use most of the products. Thanks.
Would LOVE a Runnerbox!!! Helps to keep me inspired to run more.
Would love to win this before nycm
I’d like to win the Runnerbox giveaway!
I’d love to win the Runnerbox! I’ve been wanting to try it out.
This looks SO cool! I would LOVE to win one
I would love to win a runnerbox
I’d love to win a Runnerbox.
I would love to win this for my wonderful hubby! He’s going to run his first full marathon at Dallas in December. I’m so proud of him!
Would love to try out the Runnerbox and some awesome new products!
Also tweeted as well: https://twitter.com/OneFootThere/status/393722214400282624
I’d like to to win the runnerbox giveaway.
Wonder if they are able to customize boxes for folks with food allergies? I would love to get a surprise pack of goodies like this, but am unable to have caffeine or chocolate, so I’m guessing I wouldn’t be able to use some of the stuff in a standard box… Looks like fun, though!
they do have a gluten-free box, but maybe they’ll develop a caffeine free variety too. good suggestion.