You go running to feel free of the stresses of everyday life. But often your need to exercise will mean running alone, in the dark, or more remote places. That’s when you can start worrying about crime and the risk of being attacked. Don’t let fear stop you from running where and when you want to.
With a runner alarm you know you can sound an ear-splitting alarm if you run into trouble. The best personal alarms are small and lightweight so you can carry them with you. They often include a light which makes them useful when you are searching for keys or unlocking your car or front door in the dark. When triggered by removing a pin, the alarm will keep sounding even if knocked out of your hand and won’t be easily silenced by an assailant. Here are the runner alarms we recommend.
Taiker Personal Alarm
Twin pack with LED light
With 140dB of volume, this self-defense alarm is loud enough to be heard up to 600ft away and will scare off attackers at close range. It has an LED light built-in and can be attached to a keychain. Activate by pulling out the contact pin and the siren will sound for 30 minutes until the pin is replaced. Comes in a pack of two so you have a spare.
KOSIN Safe Sound Personal Alarm
Six-pack with 50-minute alarm
Powered by three AG13/LR44 batteries this personal alarm will make an ear-piercing sound for 50 minutes. The LED light is always going to be useful when walking at night or looking for your keys. Made from durable ABS plastic it comes in a pack of six so you can give them to your friends and family and keep a spare in the car and your bag.
Self Defense Siren
Alarm and flashing strobe
If the 130DB alarm on this device doesn’t attract attention, the flashing strobe light will. Both are activated by pulling the pin. It runs on a CR2032 battery and is housed in a tough weatherproof plastic case. Comes with a hook so it’s easy to attach to bags, belts, and keyrings.
SABRE Clip-On Personal Alarm
Clip-on alarm with flashing lights
This 120dB alarm is weatherproof and clips on to clothing as well as bags so it is ideal for running. It also has three light modes (Always On, Slow Flash, and Fast Flash) to keep you safe in low light conditions. The light flashes green to help you be seen and then red, yellow, and green when the alarm is triggered by pressing the rubber-coated button.
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A personal alarm is essential if you go running or walking after dark or in more secluded areas. It helps to give you the confidence to tackle your run when you want and you can’t put a price on removing that doubt and fear from your mind. The running alarm we would recommend for most people is the Taiker Personal Alarm. Inexpensive, reliable, easy to use, and loud, it comes in a twin pack so you have a spare alarm for the car or your bag.
If you want an alarm that you can clip onto your clothes or an armband when running the SABRE Clip-On Personal Alarm With LED Safety Light is a good option. You can use it as an additional safety light when running and will be glad of the sound and flashing lights it can produce if the worst happens and you need help.
