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Title: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: BonitaApplebum on November 25, 2018, 07:05:24 PM
I’ve been told I need to put some items on a holiday wish list. I could use some new running gear. What’s your go-to when it’s frigid outside? What’s on your wish list?

Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Fast Eddie on November 25, 2018, 07:54:18 PM
My Hind Drylete 1/4 zip top is something I've had for almost 20 years, and still is my main go to insulating winter top.  Saucony bought out Hind a few years ago. 
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Arrojo on November 25, 2018, 08:09:26 PM
SportTek JST70 Running jacket.  I’ve had it for four years now and it gets me through anything that winter can throw at me. Surprisingly inexpensive.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: radial on November 25, 2018, 10:13:25 PM
My favorite cold weather item is a full-zip base layer top from Smartwool.  Lightweight, comfortable, warm, it wicks, and it's long enough to cover my ass.  I like it so much that when I busted the zipper, I asked for a zipper repair as a Christmas present.  They might not make a women's version but you should order one anyway.  Down with the patriarchy!   :P
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Richard21142 on November 26, 2018, 06:43:40 AM
Next to my skin, an Under Armour compression mock turtle neck.  This keeps the neck warm and prevents any drafts from your neck.
A 1/2 zip turtle neck (any brand) goes on top.  If the temperature is under 30, then I add a fleece vest or fleece sweater.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: diablita on November 26, 2018, 08:53:32 AM
My absolute fave and most used is a running vest I got from Lululemon.  It has a bunch of pockets that include zippered pockets, drop in pockets and a media pocket that holds cell phone in place.  If it's not too cold I can wear this over a thin long sleeve and if it's very cold I'll wear it over much warmer shirts so it's perfect for all weather.  And since it's nicely designed I wear it for casual wear, too.

https://shop.lululemon.com/p/womens-outerwear/Down-For-A-Run-Vest-II-MD/_/prod8840284?color=0001
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Coyote Mas Loco on November 26, 2018, 10:38:06 AM
Merino wool shirt that I got about 3 years ago has been very useful.

But guess depends on what you need. Socks that pull up over the ankles, tights or running pants (warm ups) that are breathable yet protect from wind and cold, jacket, buff and hat, gloves?
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: SnarlyMarly on November 27, 2018, 09:00:55 AM
My treadmill😚
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: BonitaApplebum on November 27, 2018, 09:01:59 AM
My treadmill😚

:roll:

I hate my treadmill! I only use it if I must. The kids seem to like it, though...
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 01, 2018, 07:33:13 AM
I am talking about beloe 20 degree weather here:

Hind Drylete is the first real "technical" clothing that I bought for the winter, back in 1988.  I think it was the first company to make innovative stuff in this area. It was wicked expensive back then. It is such high quality that I still have most of the pieces.  (One of the reasons I am happy I naver added body weight.)

For the past 7 or 8 years, I have been running in gore-tex running shoes. They make a LOT of difference.  I also wear longer socks in the winter. Can't stand cold ankles.

A lightweight balaclava from Under Armour has been great, too.

I have given up on finding he perfect mitten.  I now use the little handwarmer packets.  You can get 10-packs of those for about 6-7 dollars. Well worth it.

Treadmill: I hate it, too. But we have access to an indoor running track. Love it when it's cold out.  I did not use it until I had to recover from my broken ankle. I now use it when it's dark outside, when it's dangerous outside, or when I feel lazy.  (and when it's really, really hot outside in the summer.)
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: BonitaApplebum on December 01, 2018, 09:18:27 AM
Under 20 seems about the right zone I’m looking for, thanks. I definitely need some sort of balaclava, I have nothing good for my face.

What does everyone think about wool vs synthetics?
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 01, 2018, 09:35:04 AM
Under 20 seems about the right zone I’m looking for, thanks. I definitely need some sort of balaclava, I have nothing good for my face.

What does everyone think about wool vs synthetics?

The wool is nice, but definitely more money than the synthetics.  I definitely recommend the wool for socks.

Under 20, it may help to have something windproof, as it traps the heat well.  I have a windproof vest.  I also got a windproof jacket that has removable sleeves.  I did not really need it at the time, but it was such a bargain. Now I use it all the time.

My local Goodwill had some Ibex and Icebreaker tops in my size, so I got those at very low cost. They looked like brand-new. If you have a used store nearby, it's definitely worth it to go and check regularly.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Richard21142 on December 01, 2018, 09:37:37 AM
What does everyone think about wool vs synthetics?


You can get anything you need with synthetics, ranging from a tank top to a fleece jacket.  Wool has a tendency to shrink when washed and then has a different shape.  On the other hand, my daughter likes smart wool base layers which may hold their shape much better.  If you like a woolen product, make sure you read the reviews.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 02, 2018, 08:10:31 AM


You can get anything you need with synthetics, ranging from a tank top to a fleece jacket.  Wool has a tendency to shrink when washed and then has a different shape.  On the other hand, my daughter likes smart wool base layers which may hold their shape much better.  If you like a woolen product, make sure you read the reviews.


I have not found any shrinkage in smartwool, Ibex, and icebreaker. Wool products that I bought in the eighties definitely shrank.  I think they are being treated differently. Also, you must closely follow temps for washing for wool.  if not, you end up with boiled wool type garments.
Title: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: caito on December 02, 2018, 08:58:33 AM
Mittens instead of gloves. Or at least the gloves that have a mitt-like pocket that can cover the fingers.

I agree about a great base layer. Merino wool, smart wool, etc. I have a Craft base layer that is synthetic. Very thin, waffle texture. It does that great thing of keeping you warm but also cool & dry.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 02, 2018, 10:52:13 AM
Mittens instead of gloves. Or at least the gloves that have a mitt-like pocket that can cover the fingers.

I agree about a great base layer. Merino wool, smart wool, etc. I have a Craft base layer that is synthetic. Very thin, waffle texture. It does that great thing of keeping you warm but also cool & dry.

yes, I actually intended to say: put the handwarmers in mittens!  Open the handwarmer packet 30 min. before your run, place one in each mitten, and your hands will feel great on the run. I have also learned to wear my Garmin stopwatch over my sleeve in the winter.  No need to have it next to my skin and having to expose the skin to read the watch. 

Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: caito on December 02, 2018, 12:54:13 PM
Yes me too! I can’t believe it took me so long to figure out to just put my watch over my jacket sleeve. Hello!! :D
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Rochey on December 02, 2018, 09:31:31 PM
I will wear gloves inside of mittens when it's below 30; 30-40 I put hand warmers inside my mittens.  I know they're expensive, but so worth it...the Lululemon run swiftly line of long or short sleeved shirts are amazing.  I can't really do wool, so this is the next best thing.  If it's under 40, I layer one of those with a vest.  I have a Lulu toque that i also love. 
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: diablita on December 03, 2018, 02:26:45 PM
I have a couple of long sleeves (one shirt, one thin sweater) that have big ass watch face openings AND thumb holes #thebest
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Coyote Mas Loco on December 03, 2018, 03:12:31 PM
Under 20 seems about the right zone I’m looking for, thanks. I definitely need some sort of balaclava, I have nothing good for my face.

What does everyone think about wool vs synthetics?

You need a buff with your favorite designs or meme. They're versatile and fun and can work as a headband, thin hat, mask, ear muff and towel to wipe your face. Like an American Express card in the 1980s and 1990s I don't leave home without one.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 03, 2018, 04:03:37 PM
I will wear gloves inside of mittens when it's below 30; 30-40 I put hand warmers inside my mittens.  I know they're expensive, but so worth it...the Lululemon run swiftly line of long or short sleeved shirts are amazing.  I can't really do wool, so this is the next best thing.  If it's under 40, I layer one of those with a vest.  I have a Lulu toque that i also love. 

If I remember correctly, you're in Texas...

Hand warmers for me are for below 25 and windy.

I buy the handwarmers at Walmart of BB&B (with coupon), about $6-7 for a ten pack. 
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 05, 2018, 07:34:35 AM
It's handwarmer day here... 16 degrees
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: BonitaApplebum on December 05, 2018, 07:38:46 AM
It's handwarmer day here... 16 degrees
18 here, and I’m reeeeeeally not excited about going outside.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: diablita on December 05, 2018, 08:28:53 AM
I ran in 18 last week.  It made me go reeeeally fast so I could finish
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: BonitaApplebum on December 05, 2018, 12:17:25 PM
As seen on Twitter: "Do you want to be a badass, or do you want to be comfortable?"

I definitely want to be comfortable.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: radial on December 05, 2018, 03:34:32 PM
I definitely want to be comfortable.

1.  Suffering unnecessarily seems more dumbass than badass. 
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 05, 2018, 06:44:54 PM
I am going for comfortable, too.  I survived the day, too.  :)
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: JBM on December 12, 2018, 11:35:45 AM
Mizuho makes a line of gloves and I think probably a hat where once the material gets damp/wet it heats up. I call them my magic gloves. I love them.
Title: Re: Your favorite cold weather gear
Post by: Ice Cream on December 14, 2018, 08:11:11 AM
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I am buying the handwarmers as they are a greener product.