Head Gear- a quality running hat such as theMerino Wool Ice Breakerrunning hat. This hat is breathable and anti-microbial. This will prevent a build up of ice, sweat and condensation which will create a insulating layer resulting in over heating.
Icebreaker Men's Pocket 200 Hat
Skin Protection- stop wind burn or chaffing by simply using asun screen. Its not about the sun, its about the wind and chaffing so screen up.
Beyond Coastal Active Spf 34 Sunscreen
Gloves - Pearl Izumi gloves include a fleecing layer for extra warmth and the finger tips work on your smartphone. They also can convert to a mitts acting as a wind shield and keeping the fingers together allows heat generation.
Pearl Izumi Shine Wind Mitt
Base Layers - probably the single most import bit of gear for the winter runner. Under Armour has a compression base layer sleeveless top that will keep our core area warm on cold runs.
Under Armour Men's HeatGear Sonic Compression
Mid Layers - In addition to the base layer the mid layer is also important. Winter running is all about layering up without being to bulky. Good Mid Layer Tops will help wick away sweat moister keeping you dry and preventing rapid cooling.
Spyder Linear Web Dry WEB T Neck Mens Mid Layer
Jacket - When the temperature is significantly low an out layer such as the Sugoi Men's Firewall 220 Zip Jersey is a must. Its water resistant and breathable giving that extra comfort and protection needed in extreme conditions.
Sugoi Men's Firewall 220 Zip Jersey
Tights - The Sugoi Men's Firewall 220 Zip Tights are top the range running tights geared to seriously low temperatures. They contain a wind break layer at the front and breathable back layer.
Sugoi Men's Firewall 220 Tights
Socks - hicking socks are ideal for cold weather running. Its highly recommended to use ones that include Merino Wool as its warm, moisture wicking and anti microbial.
Merino Wool Comfort Hiker Crew Length Socks
Shoes - With cold weather comes ice so use a studded shoe for grip. The Peakfreak Columia with Outdryis waterproof and has an omni grip sole perfect for snow running. The out dry top layer will keep water out keeping you comfortable. If you do not want to spend on new shoes then La Sportiva have a HobNail Kit that lets you fit grips to your existing shoes for a fraction of the cost. Make sure you use the right running shoe for you.
Columbia Peakfreak Xcel Outdry Waterproof Sports Shoe
Pronate - the term used to describe the way the foot rolls as it hits the ground, most people over pronate which means the ankle rolls inward and the arch collapses as the foot hits the ground, you need a shoe with extra arch support to stop the collapse and correct the over pronation, This will of course result in less injury.
Shoe Type - type is important when factoring in pronation, select accordingly. A neutral type has no pronate support, a stable type has medium pronate support and motion control has max pronate support. You can also use pronate insoles.
Upper Mesh - allows the foot to breath, keeps the foot dry from sweat and helps reduce blisters.
Shoe Insert - if you do remove insert you may think you need more cushioning however this is a mistake, The insert is the best possible insert for that particular show, remember the support comes from the mid sole and not the insert.
Always Measure - Always get measured for a new shoe as the foot can change overtime and every shoe is different. Use half sizes if you need too and ensure ample room in the forefoot as this allows for foot expansion. A foot touching the show forefoot will blister.
Lace Up Correctly - never lace to tight, allow for expansion, you foot should be irritation free and there should be no foot slippage.