Runnerbox is a bimonthly subscription box full of everything a runner could want. They have Runner, Gluten-Free Runner, and Triathelete options for $20 each plus shipping.
This box is actually J's since I don't run. It takes him a while to work through all the goodies, so I don't have many specific reviews on anything included in this subscription.
PocketFuel: ($2.75) Chocolate Smackaroon just sounds like the name of something tasty. The ingredients are pretty much just peanuts, chocolate, and coconut, so this fuel is Gluten-free and Vegan.
Sport Beans Protein Recovery Crisps: ($2.25) These protein bites are meant to help rebuild your muscles after your workout. They're made by Jelly Belly, so I assume that means that they taste good.
Skin Strong Silk Dust: This anti-fungal, anti-chafing powder has great reviews by people using it in their shoes. I'm tempted to steal a bit to use in a pair of my heels.
Balance Bar Dark: ($.54) I actually already told J I was going to take this from him. I have a thing for food bars, especially dark chocolate.
Body Glove Surge: ($2.39) I was surprised to learn that gels are so expensive. (Like I've said - I'm SO not a runner.) Apparently they reduce fatigue, increase alertness and mental concentration, and extends endurance. Oh, maybe I should get some energy gels for Black Friday shopping. (Kidding! Sort of.)
Peeled Apple Clusters: ($2.19) I've gotten these in a Conscious Box, and J actually ate those as well. He seemed to enjoy them.
Lace Locker: ($9.95) These help keep your shoes tied. I can see how these would be helpful during a long run, but I can totally see parents using them on kids' shoes.
Skratch Labs Exercise Hydration Mix: ($3.90) J insists that water is disgusting, so the only way he'll drink it is if it has flavoring in it.
Puracyn Wound and Skin Care: As accident prone as I am, wound cleaner and bandages fill the majority of our medicine cabinet. I like that this is alcohol-free, so hopefully it won't sting too badly.
Balance Bar Gold: ($.55) J ate this and said it tasted pretty similar to Thin Mints. Now I'm jealous that he didn't let me taste it.
OU81: ($3.78) I'm kind of obsessed with the brand name. Along with the Coconut Cranberry bar, they included a coupon code for 5% off.
Bioplasma Sport: ($.99) You can either dissolve this into water or just eat it. The name of it kind of wigs me out.
Edible Green Tea: ($.75) J isn't a fan of green tea, so he gave this to me immediately. I've heard this is tasty in smoothies and can't wait to try it.
Skin Strong Sunscreen Stick: ($9.99) I love sunscreen sticks - they're so much easier to reapply when you're on the go. This is SPF 55 and is supposed to not clog your pores. It goes on really smoothly and doesn't feel all slimy or sticky like some sunscreens.
EcoTrek Fitness Whole Food Bar: ($2.33) This one is dark chocolate raspberry flavored, but they also make dark chocolate coconut and dark chocolate peanut butter flavors. I'm not sure which sounds the most delicious.
If you've ever considered subscribing to an "active lifestyle" box, I totally recommend Runnerbox. There are the obvious reasons: the box selection is awesome, and the value is always well over what you paid for it.
What really turned me into a Runnerbox fangirl (even though it isn't my box) is the fact that they have PHENOMENAL customer service.
All of the chocolate-y items we got this month melted while sitting in our mailbox all day. I emailed Runnerbox to let them know that this might be an issue in the warmer months - not expecting much beyond the usual "Thanks for the feedback!" type reply. What I got however, was an extremely friendly and helpful reply about what they're looking into to fix the problem, plus they said that they'd send us a couple things to make up for it. Their definition of "a couple things" turned out to actually be a box of several non-meltable goodies, a reusable Runnerbox-branded water pouch, and a little hand written note apologizing again for the inconvenience of our melted bars. J and I were both completely blown away by how above and beyond their customer service went.
Long story short, J will be getting Runnerbox for a long, long time.
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