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Layering goes a long way when it comes to running comfortably in the cold, but so does having high-performing technical apparel. Who can forget the revelation of swapping out an old cotton sweatshirt for a dedicated running jacket during their first winter of serious training? Today’s gear is so advanced, we look for more than just insulation and moisture management in our winter apparel: we expect each piece to feel soft and luxurious, allow us to carry as much as we want, and never slow us down. These items are all up to the task.
How We Test
- Number of testers: 4
- Number of products tested: 72
- Total miles: 600+
- Coldest run: 5 miles in 6 degrees Fahrenheit
- Worst run: pushing a jogging stroller with 20 mph wind gusts blasting ice pellets
- Most consecutive hours spent in test apparel: 12
Over 14 weeks, we tested more than 70 pieces of women’s winter running apparel from 25 brands. “We” are four runners of…
