We’re in the middle of Summer and Hallmark is running an entire slate of Christmas movies for some reason. Nobody really knows why other than money, but it’s also a chance to treat yourself, because life is short, the world could end at any minute, so might as well have something to enjoy while we get there.
It’s Amazon Prime Day and there are some absolute killer deals in the world of sports, and sports adjacent products. We picked out 10 of our favorite items on sale right now that we’ve either directly used, or always wanted.
Brooks Men’s Ghost 16 Neutral Running Shoe (42% off some colorways)
I honestly could not endorse a product more.
Initially I picked up a pair of Brooks running shoes with the wild belief that I would get into running again. However, as someone who was a short-distance runner/sprinter back in my high school days, running for distance was never my thing.
Especially in my later 40s.
But the main reason I endorse these? When my family went to Disney World last November a pair of these kept my feet in perfect condition despite hours upon hours of racing all over the parks to get to the next thrill ride/”must do” activity. — MS
Fairway Golf Stand Bags (20% off)
For that golfer/NFL fan in your life. Because who doesn’t want to show off their favorite team on the fairways? — MS
CamelBak Rogue Hydration Pack (33% off)
There are a lot of knock off hydration packs out there, but I promise a good one makes a difference. Being able to have water with you hands-free is such a game changer, whether you’re going on a hike, fishing, or going to a music festival. This 85 oz pack hits the sweet spot of lasting a long time, and it comes with an additional pocket to hold your belongings. — JD
Armor All Podium Series Hybrid Ceramic Wash & Shine — Red Bull Edition (30% off)
As if you needed any further indication that F1 has gone fully commercial, well, here it is. Armor All has produced a “podium series” line of products for washing your car, in collaboration with Red Bull Racing. That’s right! The same products that the team uses to keep Max Verstappen’s RB21 looking shiny on race day can be yours!
In all honesty, they work well … — MS
YETI Hopper M Backpack Cooler (25% off)
I absolutely get balking at the price of a YETI cooler, and I did too — until I got one, and it changed how I looked at coolers forever. This is an item that removed every bit of stress and frustration out of coolers you’ve had in the past. It operates less like a traditional ice-filled cooler, and more like a portable refrigerator, using the ice to create a sealed, cold environment. This means more room for drinks, and less mess at the end. This is the perfect backpack cooler for hikes, the pool, the beach, BYOB-ing to a friend’s cookout. — JD
Rawlings Baseball Glove (49% off)
When was the last time you played catch? You don’t need to be in an adult rec league to treat yourself to a good glove, and this is a killer price for a high quality one. It’s always nice just to have one on hand to take care of, bring to the ballpark, or toss around the ball with friends. — JD
Joola Pickleball Set (51% off)
Even I have to admit that Pickleball is fun, as much as I want to hate on it. This is a really great set for an excellent price that will give you everything you need to get into the game. Just watch those ACLs. — JD
Beats Studio Buds+ (47% off)
When it comes to tech I spend an inordinate amount of time investing energy into reviews, and time after time the Beats Studio Buds ranked among the best in sound, battery life, and price. This is a rock-bottom deal for high quality noise cancelling earbuds that are perfect for the gym, yard work, or just drowning out the daily racket. — JD
Amazon Fire TV 32” (27% off)
At this point everyone has their main TV, but if you’ve been putting off getting another for your workout room, basement, or office this is a solid set-and-forget deal on a smaller smart TV that’s the ideal size for another room in your house. — JD
Vitamix Propel Series 510 (40% off)
Nobody makes a better blender than Vitamix. Period. What was once only realistic for smoothie shops or restaurants is at a justifiable price for the home. Until you’ve used a high-quality blender you have no idea what a difference these can make to your daily life. If you’re someone who makes a smoothie post-workout or as a healthy breakfast this will pay for itself in a few months of not buying $7-9 smoothies. — JD
