They say a carpenter is only as good as his tools. A great runner is going to be a great runner no matter what, but having the right gear helps them achieve their maximum level of performance. As such, I try my best to make informed decisions when purchasing running gear. Here is what I am using now, along with some things I’ve tried in the past (now retired).
Shoes
Current: Brooks Adrenaline GTS 12
Past (order from oldest to most recent): Brooks Beast, Brooks Adrenaline GTS 9, Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10, Brooks Adrenaline GTS 11
Watches/GPS
Current: iPhone 4 w/ RunKeeper Pro
Past: Timex Time+Distance GPS Watch