I kept seeing all of these fun posts about the Fabulous Fit Gear Swap hosted by Renee at Bendifulblog so I decided to jump in this month and give it try. Who doesn’t like to receive presents in the mail right?
I was matched up with Smitha from RunningwithSDMom. We have “met” a few times through our blogs but I didn’t really know much about her. She loves to run and run and run participating in tons of races every year in addition to spending time with her husband and 2 kids.
She enjoys going to the beach, reading and loves the color yellow. She also adores Honey Stinger products. I was on a search for something yellow to send her and came up with this tank:
I loved this Under Armor top with a lace backing and thought it would be great for running in the California summer weather. I also sent her a couple of Honey Stinger waffles-the strawberry sounded interesting. I also threw in one of these Road Runner Sports LED shoe cuffs. These seem to be very popular with the moms in our group and I am thinking about taking a set with me on the Ragnar race next week. They come in red and green lights. Can’t hurt to be a little more visible right?
I hope Smitha likes her new gear! I had lots of fun picking it out for her.
So what did she send me?
Such a cute tank! I love wearing purple and I know I will match this up with so many of my skirts and capri pants. I’ve been wanting to try out the Honey Stinger gels to see if they would work for me for Ragnar. I really like the consistency and the flavor is pretty mild. Win in my book! The Skratch was new to me as well. I’d like to try a few more flavors before making up my mind on the taste.
I found a variety pack of the Honey Stinger gels on Amazon (affiliate link) so I could test them all out. Pink Lemonade yum!
This was fun to do! I’d certainly participate again. I enjoyed getting to know Smitha a little more. Thanks again Smitha for all the great Fit gear! Love it 🙂 And thank you Renee for hosting.
Want to get in on the fun next month?
So how does it work?
- Each month you can sign up for the gear swap. You will be matched with another swapper. You will purchase $20 worth of gear that you think your swapper would like. (if they are into YOGA DO NOT buy them Crossfit gear, please) It’s a great way to share your favorite items with people who are also interested in great gear.
- You MUST sign up through the form by the 5th of the month, and agree to ship your gear out by the 15th of the month.
- You will email your match and get an idea of their workout gear likes and dislikes, ask for sizing if you plan to look for apparel, no one wants gear that doesn’t fit.
- The Best part YOU will also receive a package each month from your match!
- Get great gear and meet some new friends throughout the month.
- CURRENTLY ONLY open to people in the United States.
- On the last day of the month, you can share (Blog, tweet, facebook, instagram) your new fit gear with the hashtag #fabulousfitgear
- There will be a blog link up at Bendifulblog.com for all the blog posts!
Head on over to Bendifulblog and check out all the #FabulousFitGearSwaps
Have you ever done a gear swap? What do you think?
Reminder: The May Ultimate Coffee Date Link up is this Saturday, May 2 would love for you to join us!
linking up with Nicole too
Annmarie says
Love, love, love the gear that you guys sent each other!!! So fun!
Deborah Brooks says
It was fun to do!
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
Love that lacy UA top! Bright and happy and perfect for this time of year!
Deborah Brooks says
It was hard not to buy myself one at the same time!
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says
So fun! Love the tank. I love my honey stingers! Hope you have good luck with them!!
Deborah Brooks says
I like the way they taste and I am going to give them a test run tomorrow
HoHo Runs says
I haven’t tried the gear swap but I think it would be fun. It’s a great way to try things you wouldn’t normally buy. I love the bright UA top and the one you received too.
Deborah Brooks says
It was fun to do! I like to try out new fueling options too
Smitha @ Running with SD Mom says
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you liked the gear I sent and I know I LOVED mine! I’m glad I got to “know” you a little better!!! xo
Deborah Brooks says
It was fun to do!
Jennifer @ Running on Lentils says
The yellow tank you picked for her is adorable! I also like the tank she sent you. It sounds like you put a lot of thought into what you chose, and they seem like great gifts. The swap seems like a great idea!
Deborah Brooks says
It’s lots of fun to do!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
such a fun idea! That tank looks like it fits you perfectly. Good job, Smitha!
Deborah Brooks says
It was fun to do!
Jess @hellotofit says
Oh, that top looks great on you! I love seeing what people give/receive during these fit swaps. May have to sign up, one of these days!
Deborah Brooks says
They are fun to do! I love getting presents 🙂
Mary Beth Jackson says
super cute tank! I got some of that skratch too- funny I threw it in my bag today to try, mine is raspberry it looks like! TGIF!
Deborah Brooks says
Let me know if you like it!
Chaitali says
Ooh… very cool! I hadn’t heard of this swap before. I love both of those shirts, so cute 🙂
Deborah Brooks says
Definitely fun to do!
Salt says
I REALLY need to do this! Everyone I know that has participated has had such a great time! You got some seriously cute stuff!
Deborah Brooks says
It’s really fun! I think I will do it again next month.
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
So fun! That tops is awesome. And the Stringers – I loved those when I did a 12 hour adventure race. Great energy!
Deborah Brooks says
I am going to put them to a test run tomorrow.
Rachel says
Aw, that’s so awesome! You guys both got awesome stuff!
Deborah Brooks says
We did! it was fun wasn’t it?
Sharon says
I haven’t done a gear swap but such a great idea! I will have to participate sometime! You guys both got great stuff!!
Deborah Brooks says
It was lots of fun to do and everyone loves to get presents right?
Meghan Bollenback says
Such a fun idea – as a fellow yellow lover, I’m guessing that she loved what you picked out for her!
Deborah Brooks says
I hope she did! The lace back was so cute
Natalie says
Oh this looks like so much fun!! I love the personalized note too – really cool!!
Have a great weekend, friend!
Deborah Brooks says
Thanks hope you are having a great day!
Coco (@Got2Run4Me) says
Love that you sent each other Honey Stingers. Those cuffs are a MUST for Ragnar!
Deborah Brooks says
That’s what I was thinking. I may pick up a pair for myself tomorrow
Akaleistar says
What an awesome swap! Love the tanks you got each other 🙂
Deborah Brooks says
It was fun to do!
Debbie @ Deb Runs says
What a cute idea! I love Pomegranate Honey Stingers!
Deborah Brooks says
It was a fun thing to participate in!