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Favorite piece of cold weather running gear?

mabearof6
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Last year I switched from gloves to apair of saucony mittens, and my hands stay so much warmer. It is a little harder to work my watch, but its a worthy sacrifice. What is something you have to have to stay warm when you run?
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I am hooked on anything Columbia with OmniHeat. Its like wearing an emergency blanket around yourself. But I also live in Alaska...so...i need heavier gear than others.2
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I'm in the UK so thankfully it never really gets cold enough to need special kit!2
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SchweddyGirl wrote: »I am hooked on anything Columbia with OmniHeat. Its like wearing an emergency blanket around yourself. But I also live in Alaska...so...i need heavier gear than others.
I use their omni-heat gloves down to about -30C anything much colder & I use mitts.
My favourite cold weather gear is my merino wool base layer; very light, wicking, and very warm.0 -
Definitely base layer leggings.0
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My treadmill.3
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It's stupid, but any running cap (baseball style hat). I shave my head, so keeping my head warm is extra important, and hard. Caps, even thin synthetic or wool ones, end up being too warm. I got one as swag from a race I did, and it's been perfect (but I have about 10 others, because... #gearwhore).
After that, I've got a couple of tops (1 Sugoi and 1 Outdoor Research) and a pair of CW-X tights that do a great job of adding just a little warmth while doing an excellent job of blocking the wind, which is the real issue where I live.2 -
SchweddyGirl wrote: »I am hooked on anything Columbia with OmniHeat. Its like wearing an emergency blanket around yourself. But I also live in Alaska...so...i need heavier gear than others.
You are right about the omniheat. I live in the Midwest, so it’s not as cold, but it’s comfortable for a lot of variation, and a lot of their stuff looks nice too. Very versatile.0 -
I love my C9 cold weather running shirt and my ear warmer band. I just got a New Balance running jacket, but it hasn't been cold enough to wear it on a run yet. I have a HM in December (in Colorado), so I have to be ready for a variety of scenarios.0
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Hat with a ponytail/bun slit in the back.
Gloves with a wind proof mitten cover/flap.0 -
Gloves. Below 50F and my hands go numb pretty quickly and will tingle for hours after a long run. I actually think I have a very mild case of Reynaud's Syndrome.0
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Gloves. Below 50F and my hands go numb pretty quickly and will tingle for hours after a long run. I actually think I have a very mild case of Reynaud's Syndrome.
I have Reynaud's and 50F seems to be about my tipping point too. I am the person out there running in shorts and short sleeves with gloves on. Whatever it takes, right? Although I have to say that my symptoms appear to be getting worse as I get older. I have issues just going to the grocery store these days, so I am not looking forward to the winter this year at all!
So obviously gloves are an essential for me, but I have also recently discovered the great value in buffs. I got a cotton buff as swag from a marathon and at first I wasn't sure what I would do with it, but it turns out that I use it a lot in the winter. It adds an extra layer of protection around the neck on those days when it's cold, but not quite cold enough or a belaclava (which I don't really care for, but use in extreme cases). I like the buff because I can adjust it up and down as needed, or even roll up into a headband if I get too hot. Also works well for wiping sweat off. It's surprisingly versatile. I have since bought two additional buffs.0 -
I resisted buying tights, but found a pair at Winners for $25 and now love running in them. Just above freezing when I run now (5:30 am). Need better gloves and I wear 3 layers on top, compression shirt so my fat doesn't slap so bad, bike shirt so I have a pocket for my phone and a light, reflective hoodie.0
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Tacklewasher wrote: »I resisted buying tights, but found a pair at Winners for $25 and now love running in them. Just above freezing when I run now (5:30 am). Need better gloves and I wear 3 layers on top, compression shirt so my fat doesn't slap so bad, bike shirt so I have a pocket for my phone and a light, reflective hoodie.
I know they're good but I haven't been able to make myself take the leap to tights yet. And if I do, I'll be the loser with shorts on top.0 -
Kahtoola spikes for my feet and BOB weather shield for the stroller.0
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Tacklewasher wrote: »I resisted buying tights, but found a pair at Winners for $25 and now love running in them. Just above freezing when I run now (5:30 am). Need better gloves and I wear 3 layers on top, compression shirt so my fat doesn't slap so bad, bike shirt so I have a pocket for my phone and a light, reflective hoodie.
I know they're good but I haven't been able to make myself take the leap to tights yet. And if I do, I'll be the loser with shorts on top.
Oh. No way in hell am I not wearing shorts over my tights. Loser (or is that looser) or not.
Bought spikes but have not had to use them yet.0 -
Tacklewasher wrote: »Tacklewasher wrote: »I resisted buying tights, but found a pair at Winners for $25 and now love running in them. Just above freezing when I run now (5:30 am). Need better gloves and I wear 3 layers on top, compression shirt so my fat doesn't slap so bad, bike shirt so I have a pocket for my phone and a light, reflective hoodie.
I know they're good but I haven't been able to make myself take the leap to tights yet. And if I do, I'll be the loser with shorts on top.
Oh. No way in hell am I not wearing shorts over my tights. Loser (or is that looser) or not.
Bought spikes but have not had to use them yet.
LOL... This exactly. Compression shorts/tights/shirt/etc. is "base layer" Base means there's something built on top of it.0 -
Just my neck warmer. I never wear it any other time so when I see it in the closet calling to me...I know its time to take it outside!0
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stanmann571 wrote: »Tacklewasher wrote: »Tacklewasher wrote: »I resisted buying tights, but found a pair at Winners for $25 and now love running in them. Just above freezing when I run now (5:30 am). Need better gloves and I wear 3 layers on top, compression shirt so my fat doesn't slap so bad, bike shirt so I have a pocket for my phone and a light, reflective hoodie.
I know they're good but I haven't been able to make myself take the leap to tights yet. And if I do, I'll be the loser with shorts on top.
Oh. No way in hell am I not wearing shorts over my tights. Loser (or is that looser) or not.
Bought spikes but have not had to use them yet.
LOL... This exactly. Compression shorts/tights/shirt/etc. is "base layer" Base means there's something built on top of it.
If and when I get to a flat stomach, I might do a compression shirt alone in the summer. But will always wear shorts over tights. But for now I need the compression shirt to keep my gut fat from making flapping noises when I run.0 -
My Saucony Razors footwear. The pair I have are from a few years back - stocked up when they were discontinued. Noticed that they now have the Razor Ice line and those look very interesting0
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I have a cheap pair of gloves made from the same matereal as a sweatshirt. when they get wet or soaked with sweat its straight into the washer and dryer with them no special care at all.
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In Minnesota, the wind can be a real kitten in the winter. Because of that, my favorite piece of cold weather running gear is my underwear with the wind-proof fabric in front of my junk. I learned a painful lesson on one winter run before I bought these. Never. again.0
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