Tell me about running in winter, please

[pixy0stix]

Yes, I realize it's 100 billionity degrees outside, but I'm planning ahead. I will need tights, yes? What else?

[grk2012]

Comfy layers. Tights are a good start. Tanks, lightweight long sleeved shirts, a wind/precipitation-of-choice resistant jacket, head and/or ear covering, gloves, possibly a face covering (like a Buff) if you live where it gets wicked brutal and you don't want to be inside.

[grk2012]

Oh, and Yak Trax, if you plan on running after a snow when approximately 1% of the city has shoveled.

[pixy0stix]

Jul 8, 2013 22:22:59 GMT -5 grk2012 said:

Oh, and Yak Trax, if you plan on running after a snow when approximately 1% of the city has shoveled.

I had to google. Despite living in CO we rarely get snow. Although... these are cool and I like gadgets... I'll put them on my list.

[Deleted]

Vaseline. Wise ebeth taught me this. A light layer will prevent the windburn.

Those cheapie gloves from the drugstore are awesome.

Layers.

Excellent wicking socks. Related: sometimes there is a puddly under that pile of snow and ice.

[taratru]

A treadmill. Ha!

[pamela]

Move south. 40 degrees is really cold to run in.

Seriously though, it will feel really cold when you first go out and makes you want to run back in and put on more clothes. Then 5-10 min in you regret that decision and start shedding things. Always dress your top warmer than your legs. And a hat and gloves go a Long way to keeping the rest of you warm.

[pixy0stix]

Jul 8, 2013 22:50:10 GMT -5 taratru said:

A treadmill. Ha!

Noooooooo!

[taratru]

j/k.

I have lined tights (1), unlined tights (2 or 3), and capris. I have compression socks that I can do with capris if it's not tights weather. I have a TON of long sleeve shirts - some lined, some breathable, some tech, a couple of wool-based. For my head, I use an ear cover, and only a full hat if it's seriously cold or wet snowing. Um...gloves - you won't need these as often as you think. I use $ cheapies most of the time, but I just bought a sweet pair of Brooks on clearance at Dick's. I have a jacket for super wind/rain. I use fleece if it's reeeeally cold wind. Layers are key. Most winter days I'm wearing a cotton tank, a long sleeve over that, tights, gloves and ear band.

Now is a great time to hit sales at Jax, Dicks, Altitude...all the sports places. You have to be patient, but you can find some good deals.

[emilyj]

A plane ticket to come visit me and run here?

[joenali]

Here in the great PNW, I wear capris, tank top and wicking shirt and jacket (if I need it) to run in. When it gets rainy, cold and dark I usually run inside. Also, something to cover my ears is always good!

[spunkypenguin]

Oh it's so much better running in the winter! It does require clothes though. I have fleece-lined tights, regular tights, thin longsleeves, thick (underarmour) long sleeves, jackets, gloves, ear warmer. It takes me a little while in the beginning of the season to get the right balance of layers for the temp, but I would much rather run a little cold than die in this swampy heat we're having right now!

[Brit]

Do you ski/snowboard? If you have base layers for that, a lot of them will work perfectly for running also. I use a mix of running/backpacking/snowboard layers for all of those activities instead of owning three sets of clothes.

If not, or if you just like to buy new stuff, then what everyone else said.

[skwcm80]

I typically wear fleece lined tights, tank,long sleeve compression shirt, jacket, ear warmers, and gloves.

[Deleted]

I never wore tights to run in the winter, just ON yoga pants layered over Athleta wool blend leggings, a thermal tek shirt, running jacket and hat.

[foundmylazybum]

At thanksgiving, go lite has a huge warehouse sale in boulder. Drive down there and pick up their fleece lined tights, some long sleeves and some wind breakers.

[Deleted]

Winter running sounds just wonderful right about now.

You're going to want gloves too. There are 2 ways to go with this. I vent heat through my hands pretty substantially and can't stand to wear heavy gloves. I usually just wear a pair of the black knit ones you get for $1.50 a pair at target. If your hands run cold, go for a nicer pair with a 'mitten' cover, which is usually a wind-resistant piece that slips over the gloved fingers for extra warmth.

[shauni27]

Jul 8, 2013 22:50:10 GMT -5 taratru said:

A treadmill. Ha!

This is me.  In Vermont in the winters it is a rare site to see my outside and running.  Unless it is warmer than 30 (wuss) I just don't do it.  Too cold, too dark, too snowy/slushy/icy.  Please see: I am a wuss.

[Wines Not Whines]

Gloves are crucial to me... my hands get cold very quickly, so I'll sometimes wear gloves even if I'm wearing a short-sleeved shirt.

The other crucial thing is something to cover your ears. I prefer a fleece earband as opposed to a hat, unless it's very cold.

[breezy8407]

How cold are we talkin'?

Now would be a good time to find stuff on clearance. Hmmm...off to check for sales!

Anyway, others have good advice. For ~25F, here is what I would wear: hat, running gloves (I got a pair at Costco last winter...can't remember the brand, but they have grippy fingers for touch screen gadgets), 1/2 zip mock neck base layer (my fave is Nike Pro with thumbholes), light jacket or another long sleeve layer, tights (my fave are Reebok cold weather tights), maybe a pair of shorts over the tights for a little extra warmth. Normal running socks and shoes.

[patches31709]

Yeah how cold is cold?

I'm in capris and maybe a light long-sleeve shirt down to 40 if it isn't really windy. If there's a cold wind, I'll wear light tights.

From 20-40 I'm in light tights, short sleeves and a light jacket, or a long sleeved shirt. I usually start with gloves and an ear-warmer, but ditch them at some point. Vaseline is also important like someone already mentioned, and I like sunglasses to keep the wind out of my eyes.

Under 20, it's fleece-lined tights and a jacket and I add a neck gaiter.

I get so warm when I'm running that I really need to dress in layers so that I can take some stuff off.

[gt7301b]

Why are you such a tease? I am so ready for winter, it is AMAZING.

PPs answered your question but I run in tights and long sleeve UA mock necks all winter. If it is really cold I'll wear an extra layer on top. For racing I usually bring throw away long sleeve shirts and gloves. (Last year Target had some that worked on your phone)

[kams]

It's so glorious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I wear tights on really cold days, but capris get me through most of the time. Layers, layers, layers. I usually do a tank with a long sleeve unless its really bitter cold or snowing, in which case I do a jacket & hat. I wear ear warmers & gloves a lot.

[pixy0stix]

Jul 8, 2013 23:51:27 GMT -5 emilyj said:

A plane ticket to come visit me and run here?

I wish.

[pixy0stix]

Jul 9, 2013 6:05:46 GMT -5 foundmylazybum said:

At thanksgiving, go lite has a huge warehouse sale in boulder. Drive down there and pick up their fleece lined tights, some long sleeves and some wind breakers.

Oooo... good tip. Is this something I need to get up early for? foundmylazybum

[pixy0stix]

Thanks for the help everyone!

I'm guessing the temp will be in the 20-40 range. Any colder than that and I'll probably hit the treadmill. I really dislike being cold.

[libbygrl109]

I've been dreaming of cold weather runs lately. This post is not helping my current state of slug.

I tend to be cold no matter what, so I layer up in either lined or unlined tights (depends on the temps), long sleeve tech shirts (lined ones on super cold days - below 30*), lined jackets and ear warmers. I look for jackets with pockets so I can stash my gloves in there once my hands get warm.

And I have asthma, so it's key that I take deep breaths of air before I start. Helps my lungs get used to the cold air, and reduces the likelihood that I'll have an attack.

[foundmylazybum]

Jul 9, 2013 9:08:57 GMT -5 pixy0stix said:

Jul 9, 2013 6:05:46 GMT -5 foundmylazybum said:

At thanksgiving, go lite has a huge warehouse sale in boulder. Drive down there and pick up their fleece lined tights, some long sleeves and some wind breakers.

Oooo... good tip. Is this something I need to get up early for? foundmylazybum

It's for a few days around thanksgiving!! Just keep an eye out for it... It's definitely advertised, and its wonderful!!

I got a $300 down jacket for $100!

There is running gear, camping gear, outdoor gear...::: sigh::: its magical.

[taratru]

Isn't there a go lite store in old town now? pixy0stix

[pixy0stix]

Jul 9, 2013 14:26:34 GMT -5 taratru said:

Isn't there a go lite store in old town now? pixy0stix

OMG YES THERE IS!

We need to go shopping.