Winding, I'm training for a half in May also and, like you, hate the treadmill. I did 3 miles yesterday--outdoors--in 8 degree temperature with below zero windchill. I'm a beginner so this was a true test for me. I stayed warm and had a really good run except that all I had on my legs was one layer of tights and my upper legs lost all feeling by the beginning of mile 3. I really thought I had frostbite in my thighes if that's possible. It was scary. Next time I will wear wind-blocking pants over the tights. Live and learn.

Urlea, I officially became a member of the frozen eyelash (and eyebrow) club yesterday.