Best Winter Running Kit: 2020

Advice on Running Clothing,Seasonal Running & Racing: What to Wear,Autumn & Winter Running Advice

Running in winter can be a joy – even fun – if you have the right kit. Not sure what to choose? We are here to help. Superb quality materials, highly technical fabrics, gorgeous designs. With our best running kit for winter you will stay protected from all the elements, feel incredibly comfortable and look just fabulous! So here are our top picks for this season.

Waterproof Jackets / Windproof Jackets / Thermal Tops / Tights & Trousers / Waterproof Shoes / Hats & Gloves / Gadgets

Waterproof Running Jackets

When living in the UK a waterproof running jacket is a must for winter (sometimes even for summer). It's worth investing in a good quality one, that will not only keep you dry but also comfortable, as you won't be overheating in it.

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Women's Montane Minimus Stretch Ultra Jacket
Blue £165.00

Packable in side pocket. Super soft, light & breathable to keep you dry and comfortable. Adjustable hood.

Women's Gore GTX Shakedry Hooded Trail Jacket
Blue £260.00

A high performance item for serious runners who need to get on with their training in all weather.

Women's OMM Halo Jacket
Pink/Grey £99.00 £125.00

Lightest waterproof jacket ever, at only 95g. Packable into internal chest pocket. Great value for money.

Men's Montane Minimus Stretch Ultra Jacket
Red £165.00

Lightweight and breathable Pertex Shield for wind and water protection. Packable into hand pocket.

Men's Gore GTX Shakedry Hooded Trail Jacket
Black £260.00

Durably waterproof, abrasion resistant, highly breathable and lightweight. Great for any outdoor adventures.

Men's OMM Halo Smock
Blue/Grey £89.00 £110.00

Packs down to the size of a tennis ball. Feather lightweight, 95g. Higher waterproof rating over key areas.

Windproof Running Jackets

If you are unlikely to go out running in a heavy downpour but you still want some level of protection in case rain catches you on the go, a windproof jacket will do the trick. These are water resistant/repellent so you don't get soaking wet. They're also going to be more breathable than waterproof ones, so this is a perfect match for those runners who overheat easily.

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Women's Ronhill Momentum Afterlight Jacket
Purple/Blue £60.00 £75.00

Lightweight, water & wind resistant and highly reflective. Featuring a secure pocket & roll away hood.

Women's Adidas Own The Run Jacket
Blue £36.00 £45.00

Made with recycled polyester to save resources and decrease emissions. Water-repellent finish for wet weather.

Women's Montane Featherlite Trail Jacket
Blue £75.00

Comfortable, regulates body temperature whilst blocking the wind on cool winter days. Underarm vents.

Men's Ronhill Momentum Afterlight Jacket
Blue £60.00 £75.00

Wind & water resistant, highly reflective and lightweight. Featuring a roll away hood & secure pocket.

Men's Gore Partial Windstopper Shirt
Black/Grey £125.00

Highly breathable, windproof and water repellent. Stretch inserts for optimum freedom of movement.

Men's On Weather Jacket
Navy/Blue £190.00

At only 180g, this is an ultra lightweight jacket, offering high water resistance & superb comfort.

Thermal Running Tops

None of us like to overheat while exercising or enjoy getting the chills from the cold wet T-shirt clinging to our back. The latter can be in particularly unpleasant experience while running in cold weather. Especially in winter, it's worth investing in a highly technical running top that will guarantee your perfect warmth regulation and optimal moisture transport.

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Women's Ronhill Stride Matrix Half Zip Long Sleeve

Women's Crewroom Baselayer
Light Blue £45.00

Super soft fabric. Breathable and wicking. Raw hem neckline to prevent chafing from collar.

Women's Ronhill Stride Matrix Half Zip Top
Purple £55.00

Made of soft fabric, can be worn next to skin or as a second layer. Built-in mitten cuffs on sleeves.

Women's Helly Hansen Lifa Active Graphic Top
Black/Pink £40.00

Performance base layer, delivering superior moisture management and lightweight insulation for all-year activities.

Men's Ronhill Infinity Merino Half Zip Top
Black/Yellow £58.00

Lightweight & breathable. Naturally anti-microbial and odour-resistant. Great temperature management.

Men's Salomon Discovery Full Zip Top
Sage £60.00

This lightweight fleece reflects the warmth of your body and retains heat without overheating you. 2 roomy pockets.

Men's Ronhill Infinity Merino Half Zip Top

Running Tights & Running Trousers

Make sure your legs also get the attention they need, so that they can perform at their best. We've got a big selection of technical running tights or loose running pants that will keep your legs warm and comfortable.

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Women's Salomon Lightning Race Pants
Black £90.00

When you need the absolutely lightest-weight waterproof layer possible, then these are the pants for you.

Women's Salomon Agile Tights
Blue £55.00

A generous adjustable waistband feels extra comfortable. A centred, zippered back pocket for your essentials.

Women's Ronhill Momentum Afterlight Tights
Black £50.00

Thermal, breathable, reflective. Brushed inner surface makes these tights perfect for cold weather.

Men's Salomon Bonatti Race Pants
Black £85.00

Ultra lightweight waterproof pants designed to match the requirements for ultra races. Packable to fit in a hand.

Men's Ronhill Stride Winter Tights
Black/Yellow £60.00

The warmest, softest and comfiest Ronhill running tights. They will keep your leg muscles warm and supported.

Men's Gore Mid Tights
Black/Yellow £65.00

Soft brushed interior to keep the chill away. Highly wicking material to keep your legs dry & comfortable.

Waterproof Running Shoes

In autumn & winter we often have customers asking for waterproof running shoes. These are our top picks to keep your feet dry and comfortable, thanks to a fully waterproof GORE-TEX membrane. Although they are all trail shoes, you can also use them for road running if needed. Just be aware that they might be ever so slightly heavier and more robust than your regular road running shoes.

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Women's Brooks Cascadia 14 GTX
Grey/Blue £130.00

Rockplate to protect your feet against sharp stones. Gore-tex waterproof and breathable upper to keep your feet dry in any weather conditions.

Women's Saucony Excursion TR13 GTX
Black/Blue £95.00

Gore-tex waterproof upper offering protection and breathability. Great comfort thanks to Versafoam cushioning.

Women's Asics Gel Fuji Trabuco 7 GTX
Black £105.00 £125.00

Rock plate protection and sticky grip makes this waterproof shoe an excellent choice when running on surfaces from slippery rock to muddy trails.

Men's Brooks Cascadia 14 GTX
Grey/Blue £130.00

Much trusted trail running shoe, delivering comfort and waterproof protection. Rockplate to protect your feet against sharp stones.

Men's Saucony Excursion TR13 GTX
Black/Orange £95.00

Fully waterproof yet breathable trail running shoe, featuring the new Versafoam cushioning and a trail-specific mesh upper.

Men's Asics Gel Fuji Trabuco 7 GTX
Black £105.00 £125.00

Asics’ most protective, supportive against over-pronation, fully waterproof yet breathable road-to-trail running shoe.

Hats & Gloves

Don't let the cold weather to keep you from your running. With our winter running accessories you can keep your smile on throughout winter.

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Ronhill Bobble Hat
Purple/Blue £23.00

Excellent thermal properties thanks to 50% wool. Fun design with a cute reflective bobble on top.

Icebreaker Adult Flexi Beanie
Blue £28.00

Super lightweight Merino wool hat with a nice soft feel and antibacterial properties. Odour resistant.

Ronhill Afterlight Beanie
Black/Reflect £22.00

Thumbs up for visibility in a low-light environment. Subtle reflective detail lights up in car headlights or streetlights.

Ronhill Merino Gloves
Purple £23.00

Smart phone compatible finger tips. Soft yet light running gloves perfect for cooler temperature running.

Buff Original - New Ultra Stretch
M-Blank Blue £16.00

Multitude of uses: to cover your neck, mouth or nose, as a headband / hairband / hat during outdoor activities.

Ronhill Afterlight Glove
Black £22.00

Smart phone friendly. Excellent thermal properties. Fast wicking and drying. Super reflective.

Gadgets

Brand new models of GPS watches and running headphones have just arrived. Featuring latest innovation these gadgets will take your running experience to the next level...

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Garmin Fenix 6 Pro
Black £600.00

Next generation of ultimate outdoor GPS smartwatches. Built to take on any challenge and fit any active lifestyle.

Garmin Fenix 6S Pro
White/Rose Gold-Tone £600.00

The smaller & lighter version of fēnix 6. For those who push past limits and redefine expectations.

Garmin Forerunner 245
Black/Slate £250.00

Analyse your performance. Create your own custom workouts, or download free ones that sync right to your watch.

Aftershokz Aeropex
Grey £150.00

The lightest and most organically designed open ear headphones to date. Bone conduction transducer.

Skullcandy Set In-Ear Sport Earbuds
Light Grey/Red £30.00

Lightweight in-ear sport earphones that fit securely so you can focus on your running/workout.

Aftershokz Xtrainerz
Black £140.00

Open-ear design thanks to bone conduction technology. Waterproof, thus perfect for runners & swimmers.

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