Since I decided to run 20 miles in the middle of January to raise money for ALK Positive lung cancer research, I figured I better get some better gear.  I don’t run often outside in the winter unless it is sunny, above 0 degrees, and calm.  On January 13th, I am planning for -15, blowing snow, and trails covered in snow and ice.  If I plan for that, I think I can make it through just about anything.  So, to get me from downtown St. Paul to downtown Stillwater, here’s what I ordered today:

• Smartwool snowboard socks.  Merino wool to keep my toes toasty.  Naturally moisture wicking and will still insulate when wet.  https://www.rei.com/rei-garage/product/117790/smartwool-snowboard-medium-socks

• Smartwool running gloves.  These may end up being too light for really cold weather but they will be better than the 10-pack of cotton work gloves I got a Fleet Farm that I currently use.  https://www.rei.com/rei-garage/product/123871/smartwool-nts-micro-150-gloves

• This one is cool.  It is the CTR Adrenaline Multi-Tasker Pro balaclava.  With this and my black running gloves and black running pants I already have, I will look like a running ninja!   https://www.rei.com/rei-garage/product/131735/ctr-adrenaline-multi-tasker-pro-balaclava

With these cool adds to my running gear I am actually looking forward to running in below zero weather this winter!

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See you on the trails!