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There's a particular type of masochism involved in voluntarily heading outside for a run when it's dark, freezing cold and raining sideways. But for those hardy few who remain undeterred, the right equipment can make all the difference. This week, we're rounding up our favourite products designed to make cold-weather running a little more palatable, from clever insulating layers and weatherproof footwear to technical accessories and recovery equipment.
Satisfy FuzzFleece Grid Hoodie
Polartec Alpha is that fuzzy fabric you've been seeing everywhere for the past year, and those bandana-wearing free spirits at cult Parisian running brand Satisfy have only gone and made up their own name for it. Behold! FuzzFleece.
District Vision Choji Turbo Blade Sunglasses
Made in Japan, these low-light sunnies from purveyor of pricey running glasses District Vision are ideal for those gloomy long runs and twilight track sessions.
On Winter Run Gloves
Is it a mitten? Is it a glove? You decide. That's the beauty of these 2-in-1 hand warmers from Swiss maestros On.
Soar Running L/S Merino & Silk Base Layer
Get a good base layer and you're halfway to winning the battle against the cold. This one from Soar is our pick this season.
Theragun Mini
Coldness naturally causes muscles and tendons to contract and feel tighter, which makes injury all the more likely. Mitigate some of the risk with some tactical percussive therapy with this miniature version of Therabody's best-selling handheld massager.
Asics Novablast 6 GTX
The Novablast has become a favourite among runners who like their daily trainers with plenty of bounce. This Gore-Tex version adds wet-weather protection to the formula, combining a waterproof upper an outsole designed to provide grip in less-than-ideal conditions.
Garmin Forerunner 570
Dark mornings and miserable weather can make it difficult to stay motivated, but having a little data to obsess over certainly helps. Garmin's Forerunner 570 is a dedicated running watch with GPS tracking, training metrics and recovery insights to help you monitor progress.
Satisfy Merino Nylon Tube Socks
Satisfy's Merino Nylon Tube Socks combine the natural insulating and moisture-management properties of merino wool with the durability of nylon. And, like most Satisfy gear, they look great too.
Montbell Ex Light Wind Jacket
You don't want to be lugging too many extra grams around on your winter runs, and if Japanese ultralight outdoor gear specialist Montbell has anything to do with it, you won't be. This featherweight wind jacket is as practical as it is gravity defying.
Goldwin Stretch Grid Neck Gaiter
Goldwin might be best known for its technical outerwear, but it knows its way around a good winter accessory too, as this stretchy, moisture-wicking neck gaiter proves.
