July Runnerbox Review

I don't run.  If you ever see me running, assume that someone (or something) is chasing me.  J is the exact opposite and loves to run.  So, obviously this Runnerbox is for him.  Runnerbox will ship you a box of bars, supplements, gels, and other runner-y things monthly or bi-monthly for $20 plus shipping and handling, and they also have a subscription geared towards Triathletes.

The Runnerbox box comes in a plain white USPS shipper bag.  It is a fairly small box (about half the size of Popsugar) but it is packed full of goodies - and they have branded tissue paper.  Yes, it matters.  I don't know why.

The info card is crazy long.  

Pure Protein Soft Baked Protein Bar: ($1.33)  J ate this one before we went "running.*"  I took a bite of it, too, and it was surprisingly good.  This is the Double Chocolate Vanilla Crunch flavor and it doesn't have the usual protein-y aftertaste.  The box also contained a coupon for $1 off a purchase of two bars.

Hyland's Leg Cramps: ($7)  These tablets are all-natural and are supposed to relieve leg cramps and foot cramps quickly.

Ion Designs Reflective Transfers: ($10) Ion makes reflective iron on transfers for runners, kids, pets, bikers...basically anyone who might be out while it's dark.  They also take custom orders.  I checked out their site and they have a pretty good selection of designs.

Run Guard: ($3.95)  This little stick is supposed to help reduce friction and prevent chafing.  It's waterproof, sweat-proof, and all natural.  J used it before our last "run" and said that it did make a difference.

Sensible Foods Tropical Blend Crunch Dried Fruit: ($.98) These are no-sugar-added dried bits of apple, pineapple, banana and mango.  If J doesn't eat this, I may wind up topping my ice cream with it.

Sensible Foods Roasted Edamame Crunch Dried Snack: ($.98) J loves edamame, so he will probably enjoy this too.

Click Protein Espresso Drink: ($2.95) J doesn't particularly enjoy coffee or chocolate, and since this is the Mocha flavor, I'll probably be the one who gets to sample this.

ShowerPill: ($.99) They call this a "hygiene supplement" but I'm not entirely sure how it differs from a baby wipe.  Maybe it's just a baby wipe that a grown man can feel better using?  I don't know, but I can see how these would be handy.

Honey Stinger Energy Bar: ($1.69) As you may have noticed, I have a thing with protein/granola/energy/whatever bars.  I also love peanut butter and honey.  I'll let J eat it, of course, since he'd actually benefit from it, but I'll have to steal a bite whenever he does.

Island Boost:  ($3)  I know nothing about this type of product, but I know J went through a ton of gels and gummies and things when he was in marathon-mode, so he'll certainly use this.

ProBar Bolt: ($2.69)  Apparently J has tried a different ProBar product in the past, but hasn't tried this one.  These are organic and full of all the good things that you're apparently supposed to eat while you're running.

Lenny & Larry's Muscle Brownie: ($2.08)  If this tastes anywhere near as delicious as the package makes it look, this thing will rock.

Kind Bar: ($1.99)  Hello, lover.  Dark chocolate and sea salt? Don't mind if I do.  This little guy (and the other chocolatey treats) got a bit melty in transit.  Sending out so many chocolate items to Texas in July probably wasn't the best idea.  It'll still get eaten, though.

Nuun: ($.49/ea)  You drop these little tablets into your water and they add electrolytes and flavor without sugar or carbs.

No Opportunity Wasted Newton: ($2.13) For some reason, this honey newton bar looks delicious.  There's no chocolate to be seen, but I want it.  

I paid $25.70 including shipping and we got over $40 of products.  Even though it's geared towards runners, I think if you're into fitness at all and you want to try new things, this box is pretty awesome.


*Like I said, I don't run.  When J and I go run, it's really just a fast walk with me jogging short distances whenever his nagging gets to me.