Running in kilts???

[scotswelshrunner]

I have found plenty of posts related to hiking in the kilt but only a few regarding running in them.
Yes, there are a few similarities but for the most part dramatic differences as well. As a long distance runner, marathons,half marathons,etc, I'm truly curious of the kilt in that regard. I've ordered a WORKS sportkilt in Hunter tartan in hopes it will be good for running. Took a gamble on this as I have not work one before and so it will be interesting to try it out and post a review for any other runners here.
Have any forum members run in a kilt? How far and fast do you run in it and is there any negative I need to be aware of before setting out? I usually run between 6:30 and 7:30/mile for half marathons and a wee bit slower for fulls so that is a consideration.

Thanks for any help!!!

James Donald Ross
Vancouver USA

[Chas]

This could be very interesting.

I really have no knowledge of this at all, but from what others have said about exercising while kilt wearing, would heat dissipation be a problem?

Regards

Chas

[figheadair]

I used to hill run in a 4-5 yds kilt when I was younger - ideal but there is one big draw back which is why I now wear more convential kit. As a chap that sweats when I run I found that the salt would quickly rot the lining unless one rinsed/dry cleaned the material afterwvery outing. Not really that practical apart for the cost of dry cleaning.

[llyd]

Well..there wouldn't be much info, would there...the typical old Scot wouldn't run from much...quite the contrary, eh?

[cck]

I have run multiple times in a kilt. It certainly can be done, but it could put you at a disadvantage if your were a competitive runner. A heavy wool kilt is out. My choice would be the Hiking Kilt by SportKilt, a light microfiber material more like running shorts. Even in this much warmer climate than yours, I found the kilt comfortable and can site no disadvantages. I am no longer a racer, but if I were out for the gold, I'd minimize my attire.

[Ozark Ridge Rider]

Check this out:

http://www.runningkilts.com/

Yes, I've run in a Sportkilt, and it's pretty comfy. Also easily washable. You'll like it.

[CMcG]

I haven't done much running since highschool, but I do have a Works model Sportkilt. For anyone who doesn't know, these are made from a lightweight, poly-blend, which is machine washable and holds a pleat. What separates Sportkilt from any other low-yardage kilt sewn up in a man-made tartan material (i.e. USAKilts casual), is the fact that it has elastic in the waist that makes it infinitely comfortable for athletic endeavors.

[Katia]

I've thought of it. I run in a 5k at a Highland games every year, but I've never worn my kilt because I don't want to get it all sweated up before I dance later in the day! Still, it seems to uninspired to run in my usual all-black at such an event.

I've thought of getting a sport kilt to run in, perhaps even one of the minis (since I prefer to run in shorts or a skort and have as little fabric on me as possible as I heat up), but that seems sort of a silly expense for one race a year (there's another Celtic festival that also has a 5k, but the race often coincides with the dance competition, and I haven't always gone to that festival anyway because of the distance)!

[Destin_scot]

If you're looking for the "drape" of a traditional kilt a PV kilt would be the the better choice to run in. But there are some caveats here, I would definitely wear a pair of compression shorts under the kilt, like biking shorts. Believe me, you will be grateful that you did so. Ditch the sporran as well, you don't really want that bouncing around. Likewise, no need for a sgian dubh either.

[Copperheid]

The only issue I would be concerned with-that has not been mentioned-is the friction factor. Having done quite a bit in a wool skirt, the tops of my hips get eaten if it weighs anything at all.