running gear
noun
1
: the working and carrying parts of a machine (such as a locomotive)
2
: the parts of an automobile chassis not used in developing, transmitting, and controlling power
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Choosing the best running shoes and running gear can be tricky.
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Hilary Achauer, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2025
In addition to reviewing running gear, Cory operates a private online running coaching business, Run Your Personal Best.
—Cory Smith, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
As the days get shorter and colder, this is also the perfect time of year to upgrade your winter running gear for waterproof, warmer, brighter, or more compressive clothing to tackle the colder winter months.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2024
Other key running gear include adaptative shocks and an optional air suspension that comes with all-wheel steering.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 12 Nov. 2024
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Hilary Achauer, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2025
In addition to reviewing running gear, Cory operates a private online running coaching business, Run Your Personal Best.
—Cory Smith, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
As the days get shorter and colder, this is also the perfect time of year to upgrade your winter running gear for waterproof, warmer, brighter, or more compressive clothing to tackle the colder winter months.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2024
Other key running gear include adaptative shocks and an optional air suspension that comes with all-wheel steering.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 12 Nov. 2024
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“Running gear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/running%20gear. Accessed 16 Jan. 2025.
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