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

I’ve been considering purchasing one for a while but didn’t know if it was worth the cost…IT IS! The vest was easy to adjust to my size and doesn’t bounce or move when running. It’s bright and has many color options. I’ve noticed drivers seeing me from further away than using a regular reflective vest. Definitely recommend for runners

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

I love how lightweight this is, and how bright, but the charge right out of the box didnt last very long. Apparently I didnt receive a charger with it, so Im hoping I have one that is compatible. My only other complaint is the length of the plastic cables (vest part). Im 52, 106lbs, and a petite frame overall. The shoulder cables constantly slide up through the belt and flop off my shoulders. My run was a constant battle, pulling them back down through the belt. I ended up having to use a small binder clip to pull them together in the front so they wouldnt fall off my shoulders.

Just buy it, you will not regret it!

Perfect easy solution for night rides, runs or walks.

Need to recharge after about 10 hours which is good. Flashes red for at least 15 minutes when a charge is needed.

Ive been riding long night rides for more than 20 years now and Ive lost too many friends to drunk , distracted, and simply careless drivers. High night visibility is very important to me. I have two very bright rear lights and very bright front lights too. But Im not highly visible from the side and even the reflective Sam Brown belt I wear is not great from the side. Thats where this vest is almost unique. I first wore this on a 600k brevet that starts in the dark and finishes in the dark 40 hours later. Theres a lot of night riding on a ride like that. My first impression is that this vest very light. You really dont know its there except that you can see the flashing reflected off your handlebars (not in an annoying way). You are highly visible from 360 degrees and especially from behind because the entire battery pack lights up too. In fact, youre so bright that no one will want to draft off of you. Fortunately its easy to turn on and off while youre riding. As I recall there are 6 different colors and several flash patterns - some of which are very eye-grabbing. One very nice feature is that when you turn it on and off it flashes three times in one of three different colors depending on your battery strength. It takes three AAA batteries that are easy to replace in the dark. One reviewer suggested a rechargeable Li-Ion battery would be a good idea and I agree, but only if the battery lasted at least 24 hours. I dont know what the battery life of the AAA batteries are but theyve lasted over 20 hours so far. If the batteries do die on you, you still have the reflective belt. If you look carefully at the product image you can see two small black dots under the front of the belt. These are adjustable stops that slide along the illuminated plastic tubes and effectively allow you to size the vest to your torso. Its a good idea but I notice that they leave little indents in the tubes. This, and the fact that the tubes are very narrow, makes me think they are fragile and I think it would be very easy to break the vest if they catch on something as you pick it up, put it on, or take it off. Thats why I took a star off. Some people think that $60 is too much. Take a look at a Pearl Izumi reflective cycling vest. They start at ~$50. Its true the vest will keep you warmer too, but that might not be a good thing on a warm night. Would I recommend this to a friend? Absolutely. I have some dead friends who might still be alive if theyd been wearing this vest. But with drunk drivers its hard to know. RIP Jim and Rod.

It feels very lightweight and comfortable to wear. I had it on for long runs and I didn’t feel hindered at all by it. Different light settings are very useful for poorly lit roads and busier traffic areas.

On the morning of 9/7/22, I was invited to join a group of women at 4:20 AM on 9/9/22 to FinishLizasRun, and the organizer encouraged all runners to wear illuminated vests or to carry flashlights. I checked local businesses in my city, hoping to buy an illuminated vest, but none were available. I logged onto Amazon and learned that the Noxgear Tracer 2 could be delivered by 9/8/22, so I ordered it, not really expecting it to be delivered so quickly. As I was mowing my lawn the morning of 9/8, my vest was delivered to me by a friendly driver! I wore it to run several hours before dawn the next morning, and many other runners liked it and wanted to know where I got it. It’s comfortable and easy to use. I ordered a size S, which fits ladies size XS-S-M.

I love this vest! Its so lightweight and easy to see. A real potential lifesaver! Unfortunately, Ive learned that the led lights can interfere with my pacemaker, so (although I wore it twice with no problems before I learned this), I wont be wearing it. But my husband will. Highly recommend, just not for me.