Poles are becoming more and more active. Negative temperatures, darkness, even rain cannot draw thousands of countrymen away from their daily training. Movement before work or after returning home is the best way to rest and take a distance are professional issues. Who moves, gains strength, good figure and well-being. Unfortunately, it is still too rare when thinking about your own safety to make a dispute. Although active people have already learned how to choose the right clothing and shoes for maximum comfort and protection against injuries, the need to ensure proper visibility after dark is still neglected.
“Cyclists and runners often move in city traffic. Dark tracksuit and adverse weather conditions make them almost invisible to drivers after dark. Even at low speed, the braking distance is long enough that it does not allow the driver to perform any maneuver that avoids the accident. The use of reflective vest improves visibility from 30-40 m to even 150 m. Thanks to this, the driver has time to slow down or pass a pedestrian or a cyclist,” says Aneta Niciak from the online store with reflexive accessories.
Reflections and legal regulations
Not everyone knows that wearing reflective vests after dark is mandatory outside built-up areas, and for their lack, the police can impose a mandate up to 500 PLN. However, it is not a vision of punishment, and care for safety should lead athletes or their friends (or loved ones) to purchase a wristband. Christmas is a traditional period when we look for gifts. By buying reflectors or LED accessories you can be sure that it will be a good gift that will please the recipient and will definitely be used.
There is a whole group of universal reflectors available on the market for people practicing sports such as self-tightening straps, reflective braces, warning vests, reflective T-shirts, reflective caps made from reflective fabric. For runners, cyclists and Nordic walking enthusiasts, you can choose dedicated reflective gadgets that take into account the needs of each of these groups of athletes.
Reflectors for runners
The basic reflective equipment for the runner can be a reflective t-shirt with reflective tapes, luminous shoelaces and LED overlays for shoes. Such a set can be supplemented with a reflective tube, which is very popular due to its multiple uses. You can make a balaclava, shawl, tie on the wrist, use it as a hair band or a headband. Runners will also need a flexible reflective band and a sachet for keys or a telephone. Fashionably, safely and practically – high-quality reflective products will be useful for every active person.
Reflectors for cyclists
Cyclists can successfully use reflective gadgets for runners. However, they should also focus on equipping with the reflections of the bicycle. “The basic thing is a flag. In addition to her, it is worth thinking about an LED pad mounted on silicone hooks. It’s a great product. It is visible even from 400 m and can be hung on a frame, basket or wheel. For cyclists, there are also balls and sticks for spokes and various LED bicycle lamps,” adds Niciak.
Reflective Gadgets for those who practice Nordic walking
This group of sports people must have well visible clothing in the first place. For them, various reflective T-shirts, softshell jackets and various useful finer gadgets are designed. A good gift can be, for example, a reflective cover for a mobile phone, a set of reflective clips on the leg or multicolored bands.
Reflectors are essential for athletes, but they are really useful to us all. The self-locking band can be tucked into a bag and quickly attached if necessary. Children will be happy with a pendant or a reflective key ring. Such inexpensive and aesthetically made little things are worth adding Santa to the gift bag.