The 11 Best Running Keepsakes to Buy for Half and Full Marathoners in 2018

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When you've run a half or full marathon, it's fun and rewarding to show off your 13.1 or 26.2-mile achievement with a piece of marathon jewelry or other keepsake. Choose one of these running items as a thoughtful gift for the runner in your life or as a treat for yourself after you finish a big race.

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MedalART Race Medal Hanger

Medal Art Hangers — Photo courtesy of goneforaRUN.com

Show off your hard-earned race bling with these MedalART Wall Hangers. These original designs are hand sculpted from metal and make a great piece of wall art. Your medals easily slip onto the hanger, which can hold more than 24 medals.

LaceBLING Shoe Lace Charm

Add some bling to your boring running shoe laces with a 13.1 or 26.2 shoe charm.

Running Medals and Race Bibs Display

These beautifully designed race bibs rack and medal hanger are another cool way to show off your race bibs and your medals. You can also get it personalized with your name.

Rembrandt Half Marathon Charm

This sterling silver charm looks beautiful hanging on a necklace or bracelet.

Also see: Marathon Jewelry

Running Aluminum Sign

This 18" X 12" aluminum room sign is perfect for an office, workout space, family room, or wherever your favorite marathoner likes to hang out.

Running Charm Bead

If the runner in your life has a Pandora or similar charm bead bracelet, she’ll love to add one of these 13.1 or 26.2 charms to it.

26.2 Running Socks

These running socks are a fun way to make a statement about your marathon achievement. They're also perfect for running. Made from recycled Merino wool, nylon and spandex blend, they stay cool and wick moisture away.

26.2 Marathon Runners Key Fob

Celebrate your marathon accomplishment with this 26.2 Marathon Runners Key Fob. It's made out of lightweight and durable nylon and is accented with a leather embellishment and brass hardware. Available in royal blue/light blue, blue/orange, and pink/teal. For the half marathoners, a 13.1 version is also available.

Half Marathon and Marathon Christmas Ornaments

Marathon Ornaments — Courtesy of Amazon.com

These adorable 13.1 and 26.2 ornaments will help runners reminisce about their half or full marathon every year at Christmas. You can personalize them with your race name, time, and the date.

Also see: Christmas-Themed Running Gifts

26.2 Car Stickers or Magnets

Show off your love for marathoning by adorning your bumper with one of these stickers.

Marathon Medal Display Case

Another option for organizing and displaying your marathon medals is one of these medal display cases.

Also see:

Personalized Running Gifts
Running Gifts for Women
5 Ways to Celebrate Your Running Progress
What to Do With Your Marathon Medals

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