Running in kilts???

[cessna152towser]

I've run a few kilted half marathons. Tried it in a wool kilt but it was really too hot and slowed me down too much. No problems running in a lightweight polycotton kilt.

[HuDonald]

I don't run very much, but I like the Elkommando a lot. I've worn it hiking and camping and such, and always loved it.

[scotswelshrunner]

Thanks for the replies gentlemen!! I hope to receive my Hunter kilt from Sportkilt next week and give it a go. The wind issue us the primary concern and of course the kilt hitting my back legs. Cold is never a problem add I race in the sub 30 temps in shorts.
The "running kilt" is not a kilt IMHO so that one is out. If this kilt works out I will order a few more for races. I won't wear them for daily running but will for races and events as well as casual dress. Hoping to save for a House of Edgar Ross tartan medium wool for casual dress later!!
Need to save the pennies!!!

[CDNSushi]

There used to be a thread on here years ago, dedicated to the activities that shouldn't be done kilted (e.g. skydiving)... And running, for me is also one such activity. It's one of those cases of "just because you CAN doesn't mean you SHOULD." I just can't imagine running a race in any kind of kilt. It's heavy, bulky, and there's no rhythmic swishing of pleats... They just fly and flap around all akimbo. Just like I wouldn't wear a pair of ghillie brogues to a road race, I wouldn't wear the kilt either. It's just ill-suited for the purpose.

Again, each to their own... But I don't think anyone can convince me that running in a kilt has any kind of advantage.

Here's a pic of me from this last Sunday's 10k cross-country. I'm head-to-toe in technical clothing, from my Adidas Climacool top, down to my UA ColdGear Under Armour innerwear, Nike Dri-Fit running socks, Tigora wicking running gloves, Ignio running shorts, and Adidas Adizero Boston 3 running shoes. I'll gladly change into a kilt afterward though.

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[scotswelshrunner]

There used to be a thread on here years ago, dedicated to the activities that shouldn't be done kilted (e.g. skydiving)... And running, for me is also one such activity. It's one of those cases of "just because you CAN doesn't mean you SHOULD." I just can't imagine running a race in any kind of kilt. It's heavy, bulky, and there's no rhythmic swishing of pleats... They just fly and flap around all akimbo. Just like I wouldn't wear a pair of ghillie brogues to a road race, I wouldn't wear the kilt either. It's just ill-suited for the purpose.

Again, each to their own... But I don't think anyone can convince me that running in a kilt has any kind of advantage.

Here's a pic of me from this last Sunday's 10k cross-country. I'm head-to-toe in technical clothing, from my Adidas Climacool top, down to my UA ColdGear Under Armour innerwear, Nike Dri-Fit running socks, Tigora wicking running gloves, Ignio running shorts, and Adidas Adizero Boston 3 running shoes. I'll gladly change into a kilt afterward though.

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Great to see another runner here!! The kilt for running is a fun way to show my Scots and Welsh pride while at races IF it does not hamper my running. For taxes I'm truly competing in for placement or masters wins, I will never wear the kilt.

[Macman]

I wouldn't wear a kilt for serious racing (trying to break your PR) or long distance running. That said, it's fun to put on for a short, fun run. This is at the Run for the Cure late in the fall. People tend to dress up for this run. I wear compression shorts underneath the Sportkilt.

[creagdhubh]

Being a distance runner and a former competitive cross-country and track runner, I have never worn the kilt whilst running. I have run naked though, which might be pretty close.

Cheers,

[cdarwin]

I run in a cheap SportKilt a few times a week. Sometimes on trails in the woods, and sometimes on pavement. Each run can be anywhere from 3 to 7 miles, depending. I don't have an issue with chafing, but if you do you might try some Astroglide or similar.

[crash]

I run in a cheap SportKilt a few times a week. Sometimes on trails in the woods, and sometimes on pavement. Each run can be anywhere from 3 to 7 miles, depending. I don't have an issue with chafing, but if you do you might try some Astroglide or similar.

I think you mean Bodyglide.

[scotswelshrunner]

I just received confirmation of my kilt being sent THURSDAY!! Wow. Now THAT is quick service from Sportkilt. Now I shall test it out and see if it works well for this Sunday's 15K race. Can't wait!! Thanks for all the feedback my friends!! I so look forward to posting a pic or two when the race is over!!