What do you wear for running in the winter in MN?

[colby]

ice -- I saw folks walking around with these spikey things attached to their Sorel boots up in Anchorage last february. Perhaps there are some that can be affixed to something a bit lighter and more "foot snuggly" too.

After searching for a while last winter, I decided if it was going to be nasty often enough I'd invest in the Stabilicers: http://www.32north.com/prod_sport.htm

Fortunately, I didn't have to, the snow and ice stayed mostly in the mountains There are a couple of other options, like the yaktraks, but the stabilicers looked the most natural.

[RedCanny]

Depending on how much snow you get this winter, you might want to consider trail running with snowshoes (smaller ones made for running).

I've just gotten back into running after taking several years off from the impact, and I am looking forward to continuing it though the winter. I may try the above, as I recall getting pretty spooked by the ice on sidewalks in my neighborhood. I had to really change my gait so that I didn't slip... and then later I gave up and found an indoor treadmill.

All the clothing advice the ladies have given is good- layer it up, and cover that head!

[RunMamaRun]

Thanks again!

And RedCanny...nice to see I am not the only Minnesotan around here!

All this advice is great. I do need to invest in some better running gear. Whether I run much this winter (outside that is) is yet to be determined. It's just easier for me to run indoors at the gym where I can drop the kids off at the daycare when hubby isn't around to watch them, ya know? And because I just got into running the thought of investing in a dual runner stroller when I have a 4 and 2 year old just doesn't sit right with me.

Thanks again for the valuable input!

RunMamaRun