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Outdoor Research Flurry Sensor Gloves
These wool-blend gloves protect your hands against winter’s chilliest days. A soft, fleecy interior feels cozy to the touch, and silicone fingertips allow you to use your smartphone without removing the gloves.
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Salomon Speedcross 5 Trail-Running Shoes
The Speedcross’s calling cards are the angular, multidirectional lugs that give you grip on sloppy terrain and a 10mm heel-toe offset, which provides heel strikers with loads of cushioning. The toe cap keeps debris and rocks from stubbing your toes.
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For trail runners who spend hours out in the dark, this headlamp helps you regulate your battery usage via the MyPetzl Light app. You’ll see remaining burn time and brightness, and you can create custom lighting settings to meet your needs.
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Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Long-Sleeve Top
This merino wool shirt is an ideal base layer for winter running. Whether because of rain, snow, or sweat, you’re bound to get wet, and the wool can absorb some of the moisture without feeling wet before wicking it away.
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REI Co-op CoolMax Ultralight Hiking Crew Socks
These crew socks are tough, with a durable CoolMax polyester and nylon construction (and a bit of spandex to keep them stretchy). The bottoms have light cushioning to take some shock out of your footstrike.
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Buff ThermoNet Multifunctional Headwear
The PrimaLoft-insulated Buff is among the most versatile pieces of apparel for cold-weather running. Wear it as a headband, a neck warmer, an ear cover, or a hat.
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REI Co-op Trail Pod 30 Sleeping Bag
Camping at the trailhead? Try this high-value sleeping bag from REI’s in-house Co-op brand. It weighs between two and three pounds depending on the length you select, and keeps you comfortable down to 30 degrees.
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Smartwool NTS Merino 150 Beanie
Providing warmth while keeping a low profile, this hat’s soft merino wool is blended with nylon for added durability. And because of its thin build, you can layer it beneath a bike helmet, too.
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When Runner’s World video producer Pat Heine set out to run the Tor des Géants—a grueling 200-mile trail race through the Italian Alps—he chose the Suunto 9. With 120 hours of continuous GPS tracking, it yielded him one impressive Strava upload.
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REI Co-op On The Trail Run Tights
These trail-focused tights are a trusty companion for exploring the woods during winter. A four-way stretch polyester and spandex mix supports you and wicks sweat so it doesn’t freeze on you. And its wide waistband stays comfortable after hours of wear.
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Outdoor Research Thru Gaiters
Gaiters prevent water, muck, and rocks from getting in your shoes, making them an essential tool for serious trail runners. These from Outdoor Research go one up, featuring a thermoregulating fabric designed to breath in warm weather and trap heat in the winter.
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Smartwool Merino Seamless Racerback Bra
This merino wool bra combines warmth and comfort: A seamless construction prevents irritation while putting soft merino wool against your skin for a moisture-managing, cozy feel.
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REI Co-op Quarter Dome SL 1 Tent
Ideal for solo thru-hikes, this lightweight tent weighs just two pounds, six ounces and condenses into a 6x19-inch pack. Once erected, its roof vent and included rain fly prevent moisture buildup and keep you dry for overnight comfort.
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Smartwool PhD Run Cold Weather Mid Crew Socks
When we think winter running, we think wool socks. Like most Smartwool gear, these combine merino wool and nylon for a warm, durable construction, and added elastic prevents them from slipping and bunching up in your shoes.
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Leki Micro Vario Cor-Tec TA Trekking Poles
If your idea of fun involves steep ascents and rocky scrambling, these trekking poles are the tool for your next adventure. The ground cork grips are comfortable and ergonomic, and the poles weigh just 1 pound, 3.2 ounces for the pair.
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Outdoor Research Ninjaclava Balaclava
When blowing snow and sleet makes outdoor running excruciating, this windproof balaclava becomes a must-have for keeping your head and neck warm in the torrent. The overlapping construction maximizes coverage while keeping the garment in place.
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Sealskinz Waterproof All-Weather Mid Length Socks
These socks use three layers of fabric to keep water and wind out. Elastic zones add support, the four-way stretch construction keeps them from bunching up, and padded footbeds provide an extra layer of cushioning.
This loose-fitting, roomy beanie is all about comfort. Its acrylic construction feels soft and stretchy, and a long, folding hem allows you to adjust the shape to fit your head.
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Garmin Forerunner 945 GPS Watch
Garmin’s latest flagship running watch includes every feature a runner could want, including GPS, heart rate monitoring, a long battery life, and virtual payment. You can also download songs from music services like Spotify and queue up color maps for easy navigation.

A former Division 1 runner, Dan grew up riding fixies and mountain bikes and now reviews everything from performance running shoes to road and cross bikes, to the latest tech for runners and cyclists at Bicycling and Runner's World.
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