noxgear Tracer2 - Multicolor Illuminated, Reflective Vest for Running or Cycling (Rechargeable, Waterproof)

After seeing ads for this vest, I considered buying it for some time before pulling the trigger. So glad I did! Its the best thing Ive bought myself in a while. For me, running is crucial for maintaining my mental well-being as I have chronic depression. But its hard for me to tolerate the humidity in my area during the summer. Night running became the solution and this vest is perfect. The visibility is high. I can see the vest reflecting off distant street signs. Ive even had drivers slow to compliment the vest. It has many options for the colors, which is fun. It is lightweight, easy to put on and operate. You can easily reach behind your back and reach the button to change light settings while running. It doesnt interfere with range of motion. I highly recommend to anyone looking for visibility dusk through dawn.

Product: Tracer360° Illuminated Vest Price: $49.97 Cheapest Place to Buy: Amazon Product Dimensions: 3.6 x 2.5 x 8 inches; 5.6 ounces Guarantee: 1 year Manufacturer Warranty My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars ____________________________________________________________________________________________ I bought this vest to go with the LightHound dog harness I bought for my dog. Again I am not disappointed! It made me really visible so it does take a little while to get used to, but it felt really safe! The eye-catching, 360° illumination caused people driving by me in their cars to stop and ask where I got the cool-looking illuminated vest. They told me everyone should have them. Perfect for evening joggers, cyclists and dog walkers. There are 6 super bright solid colors - Red, Blue, Purple, Pink, Green, and Orange AND 5 multicolor flashing modes easily selectable at the press of a button right on the vest, easy to access while youre walking, running, etc. Unlike reflective running vests these flexible fiber optic cables, and 3M reflector chest belts alert traffic before their headlights are on you. The X shape of the light cables creates a larger visibility area, illuminating both sides of the body and making you visible from over a quarter mile in any direction. The vest is very lightweight (6.5 ounces), sweat-resistant and comfortable since its made with high quality sports mesh and elastic. With the slim, minimalistic design it wont trap sweat and you’ll forget you’re wearing it. Since this vest is highly adjustable it can be worn throughout the year. It expands easily to fit over a winter coat or adjusts down to fit over a tank top in summer. Zero bounce and rain-resistant. The vest takes 3 AAA batteries which should last about six months with daily use. Noxgear was founded by engineer athletes with great customer service too. This vest is truly a revolutionary design and far surpasses the old fashioned head lamps and reflective clothing. I am extremely pleased with the vest and could not even find one thing I did not like about it. I hope you enjoyed this review and if you have any questions about the Tracer 360° or want to leave your own personal review, leave a comment below.

Joined a running club this winter, and all of the runs are hours after sunset. Since it is quite dark, this is necessary for visibility. I chose small size and it’s perfect for me

53 Female Age (mid-40s) Physique Athletic Purchased Med/Large - specifically, to allow for additional room to wear over various winter jackets, from thin, puffy, and layered (e.g. Columbia - inner liner and outer weatherproof shel) Pros: -Bright -Various colors to choose from as well as modes (e.g. blinky, slow rhythmic color changes); based on mode selected, will affect charge hold -Charges quickly -Light weight -Easy to stow (made a small bag to store when not in use) -Comes with a usb c-cable -Comfortable Cons: -The cable outlet: would be nice to have a cover (e.g. silicon or a sliding piece), to help keep out dirt, dust, pollen or moisture -I do have mobility in my shoulder to turn on/off the lighting; however, can see how this would be difficult for some with less range-of-motion, without taking of the lights altogether. This may not seem important to some, however, one scenarios of changing lights/mode for me would be in the woods hiking with a solid color, but moving towards a road to walk to a trailhead with traffic change the mode to blinky. -Understandable the elastic straps are sewn; but not providing a way to wash them or replace them can estimate how easily with lots of outdoor use (for me, mainly hiking w/ my dog, all weather/yearly) it will get grimy easily, inhibit smells, and wear out. -The clear lighting tubes, while sturdy are definitely not indestructible and could see them easily get snagged/ripped. -The plastic light - for those who sweat hard, this may stick to your back if there is direct skin contact. Wipe it down and keep the system clean. Overall: I like the system and would recommend. The price, for what it is, is very expensive in my opinion. Customer service is very good (quick to respond and resolve).

3 Jan 2018 update after almost 1 full year of use, 1023 miles logged: Still 5-STARS, the vest continues to operate as advertised. Its been through several rain storms and extreme cold for (Central Florida). I have replaced the batteries 3 times in one year. After every run I have rinsed it off being careful not to get battery compartment wet. I still get questions from other runners and cars passing by. Once again if you want to seen at night and early mornings get this vest. My review after 4 predawn runs totaling 30 miles about 10 of those miles in the street no sidewalk available. The Tracer360 is light weight and bright after the first few steps I forgot I was wearing it. Im 63, 215 pounds and ordered the XL, after adjusting the straps and tubes I still found there was a little bounce in the lighted tubes so I crossed them over my head to form an X this took some additional slack out and there was no more bounce in the tubes or the battery pack, this also eliminated the possibility of the tubes sliding off my shoulders as I ran. I wear a chest heart rate monitor when Im running and found the included reflective belt on the Tracer360 did not interfere with it at all. The belt rested just below the heart rate strap and never moved. The purpose of this product is to illuminate your person at night and it does that with flying colors (pun intended). I used one of the many flashing modes on each run, not only did every approaching vehicle move over before they even got close to me, they all actually slowed down, some of them to a crawl trying to figure out what the hell was approaching them, this even happened several times while I was running on the sidewalk with 10 to 20 feet between road and sidewalk. If you are wearing the Tracer360 you be seen!!!

The only thing I wish I could change is that I ordered a small rather than a medium. The other downside is I have to charge it after 3-4 uses (approximately 6-7 hours of use total). Other than that, this thing is great. I run before work in the early morning hours, and it is pitch black in some places. The light in this are nice and bright….easy for cars to spot me from much further away. I like the ease of adjusting this and it stays in place while I’m running. I’d purchase this again.

Love it. Love the colors and brightness of it. Many people complement my light. I feel safe because I’m visible. I still need a small clip on light to show me the ground. Overall I like it a lot!

I worn this for several early morning dog walks and believe it has improved my visibility to cars 100%. I haven’t had a near miss with a vehicle since I’ve been wearing this. Also, it’s so lightweight and comfortable to wear.

This light is easy to wear (and fun to use because you can select the color scheme by simply pressing the button). It is used so other people/vehicles can see you. It doesnt provide much light to see by. There is a light attachment you can purchase separately. I have not tried that one since my current light works well.

I am gushing about, and showing off, the Tracer360 to my riding buddies, friends and co-workers. This product is absolutely amazing. Their customer service is equally amazing. Cycling is my passion and something I greatly enjoy doing. Days are getting shorter and I dont get out of work early enough to finish my rides before nightfall. This product is the final piece to my night safety gear. I went on a group ride with it recently and one of the guys I ride with has already said that he is getting one. Everyone else who has seen it thinks that it is fantastic. Ive had cars slow down as they pass me while Im out riding to get a better look and one car passenger yelled out her window, I LOVE your lights! I am recommending it to every person I know who either cycles or jogs past sundown. This is the best product Ive ever purchased for my cycling safety (and Ive purchased a lot). I have absolutely NO regrets about my purchase (sometimes eyebrows go up when I mention the price, but it is definitely worth every penny). It is exactly what Ive been looking for to enhance my visibility when I ride after sundown. I hope Noxgear is in business a good long time because when this one breaks, if the warranty has expired, Im going to need to purchase another. I would make one suggestion (and I did when I contacted them). I require their product so that I can stay active as the days get shorter, so I dont mind having to buy batteries when it requires, but some people have mentioned that they dont like the idea of the added cost. I recommend that they consider making it rechargeable either via USB or provide an AC charger. (And that was my two cents.) On top of the incredible piece of safety equipment theyve manufactured and the fact that theyve made safety cool, their customer service is truly customer-centric. I originally ordered a Large/Medium, but it turned out to be too large and the light tubes hung too low and too loose. I contacted Noxgear from the Contact the seller button, explained my predicament and requested to exchange my Large/Medium for a Small. The answer was yes, no questions asked. Now THAT is Customer Service. All the best to Noxgear.