Gear: 5 Perfect Winter Running Pieces

February 13th, 2014 • BY Erinn Morgan

Whether winter still has you in its icy grips or you’re beginning to see hints of spring, these 5 essential winter running pieces will help see you through to the new season—and gear you up to get motivated to get out on the road or trail.

Skirt Sports Ice Queen Ultra Jacket

I ran a half marathon in mid-December and I had to do one of my last taper runs in weather that was beyond undesirable—snow, sleet, rain, wind, and freezing temps. Before I left the house I geared up with my favorite mid-weight base layer and Skirt Sports’ Ice Queen Ultra Jacket ($80) and Ice Queen Ultra Skirt (with leggings) ($81). I ran for two hours in some of the most miserable weather you could imagine and I truly never felt cold, wet, or miserable myself. Okay, well, maybe just a little miserable. Both the Jacket and Skirt (with leggings) are crafted with a four-way stretch, breathable, wind- and water-resistant soft shell jersey fabric that acts like a coat of armor. Extras like the zip-off hood and hidden Cozy Cuff wrist warmers with thumbholes delivered extra warmth and the hood has a nice brim that worked well to keep the rain and sleet off my face. I’ve also found this jacket to work really well with a light base layer on days with temps in the 40s and 50s, especially if wind is in the mix.

The North Face Apex Lite Jacket

If you’re lucky enough to live in warmer climes or your temps are looking more spring-like, The North Face’s Women’s Apex Lite Jacket ($130) is a slam dunk for your running kit—it’s a highly versatile piece that will see you through into summer. This ultra lightweight, wind- and water-resistant jacket has a fit that is spot on; it also features body-mapped ventilation and TNF’s FlashDry™ technology that both afford a noticeable improvement in drying time and breathability. While training, this jacket became my go-to piece that was always balled up and packed in my hydration pack. On race day in the Marin Headlands outside San Francisco, I wore this jacket over a lightweight base layer in unseasonably cold temperatures that dipped into the 30s at the race start and I was completely comfortable.

Icebreaker Rush Bra

For a bit of extra warmth down under, Icebreaker’s Rush Bra ($38.49) is a cozy, supportive choice. Crafted of responsibly farmed New Zealand Merino wool and elastane (for stretch) this sports bra is soft, good-looking, and performance-minded. It also comes with a BaaCode that traces the origin of your garment back to the farm.

Icebug CERTO-L BUGrip® Winter Running Shoe

Need grip? Equipped with 17 carbide tip studs embedded in the outsole, these winter running shoes from Swedish footwear company Icebug provide superior traction on ice and snow, including everything from hardpack to fresh powder. I took these out for several runs in different winter conditions and they worked like a charm. On a powder day with three inches of fresh snow on the trail, they performed really well, sticking to nearly every surface (save for deep powder). After 30 minutes of running with these shoes breaking trail in the fresh snow, I suddenly realized that my feet were warm—a phenomenon that never happens to me (of always cold extremities). But these shoes have an integrated “weather shield” to keep feet dry in the slush and snow. A low sole profile and a low drop also deliver excellent ground control and comfort. 

Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra

Designed for winter running, hiking, glacier travel, and backcountry hiking, this lightweight yet rock-solid trail crampon ($69.99) is made of ultra high-strength stainless steel. Its 18 spikes inspire confidence—and pretty much guarantee highly dependable traction on any icy surface. Welded chains deliver durability, even with repeated foot strikes on ice and snow. Double-sided chains keep a tight grip on shoes to prevent shifting and a larger heel plate serves up stability for trail running.

 

 

 

 

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