https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:50:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking/page/2#post-2146701 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 16:32:49 +0000 Jane 2146701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is a great capsule. They are lovely layers. I love walking anywhere, anytime, any weather. The foliage sounds gorgeous and lovely to see directly.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146700 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 16:13:24 +0000 nemosmom 2146700@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>@Chris I am in Chicago, a couple miles from the lake. Lots of snow and single-digit temps. With the wind, it can feel minus 10 or colder. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I giggled at the assortment of jackets for every 5-degree change in temperature!&nbsp; I think DH has at least 4 or 5 different fill powers in his jackets. *eyeroll*...</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146695 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 16:01:00 +0000 Chris987 2146695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great responses from everyone!.</p> <p>Yes Angie I do live in the new England "countryside". I live in a town with a very small population an hour west of Boston as the crow flies. It&nbsp; looks like "the country" but the lifestyle is more like the suburbs where you have to drive to get to ANYTHING yet you can find everything fairly close by. My town has very few businesses or services, so we all drive to adjacent towns for drugstores, groceries, haircuts, restaurants etc. Pretty quiet life. On the plus side I can see FABULOUS fall foliage out ALL of my windows right now...no need to go anywhere!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146689 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:44:31 +0000 Angie 2146689@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>FashIntern</b>, YES. Our wardrobe needs are very different when you walk outside in the elements all day and use pubic transport - as opposed to being in a car. You get it!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146688 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:44:18 +0000 LaPed 2146688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I spent several bitterly cold days in Quebec City last winter (never got above -15°C by the thermometer and with windchill it felt even colder) and I was pleasantly surprised to see many adults wearing full-on ski pants and snow boots on the streets and in coffee shops. No one was pretending it was anything but frigid. I was very glad to have my fun botanical-print bibs with me. :)&nbsp;I don't usually need them for my daily winter walks in NH, only snowshoeing/skiing -- and recess duty (brr!).&nbsp;</p> <p>For everyday use I like good baselayers such as silk/Capilene/Heattech, mittens instead of (or over) gloves, wool socks always, and I have yet to find anything that insulates better than down, as long as you keep it dry. I love my down parkas! For my feet, the only thing that keeps them reliably warm is a full shearling lining, like in the Ugg Adirondack boots below. Wool/alpaca insoles are good too and can extend the range of lighter boots, but nothing compares to shearling.</p> <p>The other big thing in cold weather is not to bundle up so heavily that you start to sweat. That moisture right next to your skin will make you cold and clammy faster than anything. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146684 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:37:54 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2146684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Snow pants have come a long way baby. Mine are not quilted or shiny. They don’t quite look like regular black boot cuts, but they aren’t far off either. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146679 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:24:41 +0000 Angie 2146679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Chris</b>, do you live in the New England country side?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146624 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 04:22:02 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2146624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Reading with interest--lots of great ideas here!</div><div>I wanted to chime in on gloves. Not sure they would work for <b>JAileen</b>, but I have a pair of <a rel="nofollow" href="https://us.assos.com/shellgloves-s7?avoidrdr=T&amp;selectedcountry=US">lobster-claw gloves</a> that I use for cold rainy days on a bicycle. They are a lightweight, waterproof shell, which I wear over a&nbsp; knit liner glove (I use an inexpensive acrylic pair, but you could substitute lightweight fleece or wool). They allow enough finger mobility to use the combination shift- and brake levers on my bike. Maybe they would work with a camera or binos, too. <br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146602 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 01:58:47 +0000 Anonymous 2146602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>haha! &nbsp;Snow pants! &nbsp;Now those I still have - and my god are they hilarious. I can hardly move in them, and I'm not sure why I even have them still. If it's that snowy and crazy out, I'm staying inside;) &nbsp;</p> <p>I too confess to having just the right jacket for every 5 degree increment in weather. I'm a bit nuts that way. &nbsp;Also hats, mitts, scarves. I need new fleece pants stat.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146592 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:31:54 +0000 Style Fan 2146592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also wear fleece in the winter.&nbsp; I find it very warm.&nbsp; I have a pair of fleece-lined pants from Lululemon that I bought years ago that are super warm.&nbsp; I also have thick fleece-lined leggings from Lole for days that are not so cold. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146587 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:07:17 +0000 Carla 2146587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ahahaha! &nbsp;DH is like JAileen - with a different coat/jacket for every 5 deg. temperature variant! &nbsp;I go the layered route, and am a big fan of micro-puffers for warmth. &nbsp;I also like wool for breathability, and leather for wind resistance. &nbsp; </p> <p>I have yet to get the beanie thing sorted out. &nbsp;Having trouble with big curly hair and specs. &nbsp;A wool beret works best ATM.</p> <p>And a big ‘yes’ to snow pants. &nbsp;I kept a pair of ‘Powder Room’ snowboard pants when I moved ‘south’ and wear them for shovelling snow or walking on&nbsp;the coldest days. &nbsp;A few -20DegC (-4F) days in February aren’t so hard when one has become&nbsp;used to -30degC and worse!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146533 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 20:43:11 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2146533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, could please comment on the reflective jacket I posted a new thread about? Idk how to evaluate it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146530 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 20:40:50 +0000 Suz 2146530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh....I forgot snow pants! I "inherited" a pair from a friend and they are fantastic! They're great in cool wet weather as well as snow.&nbsp;</p> <p>Another item for suburban/ rural walks in winter -- reflective light or gear. I have just ordered these. NOT fashionable or beautiful, but super important on dark streets. I like this better than a vest because I can stuff it in a bag to take out as needed, and it is wearable over any coat.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146514 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:36:40 +0000 Sal 2146514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Chris! What great tips. I admire your dedication to walk in all weather.</p> <p>I walk or run 4 times a week, mixing in gym sessions and yoga. I meet a friend at 550 am four days a week. In winter I wear merino or thermal long sleeves with a hat, gloves and a wind breaker. Long leggings and running shoes. I might wear a puffer on the coldest of days but our weather is not as cold. </p> <p>I love the fresh air and the chatting and the health benefits - but I come back ravenous for breakfast!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146513 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:34:37 +0000 Helena 2146513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm in total agreement on this thread, and the only addition I would suggest considering is snow pants! I bought some so I could play with my kids in the snow when they were little, but now I use them for any extended walks outside. I love the extra layer of warmth, and the fact that my pants aren't a bit cold or wet when I get back in. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146510 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:26:42 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2146510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz and Angie, love your slouchy beanies. I want/need to get one, recently overheard a seller advising someone else on them, got a bit queasy at the different kinds and amounts of slouch and walked on past the stand. </p> <p>Suz’s Boden longjohns look very similar to the sweater Anchie &amp; daughter were passing back &amp; forth. Don’t know if that means A should snatch it up, or that she’s btdt, just thought it was amusing</p> <p>And can I just say how fun it is to see everyone posting their outdoor gear? I felt like such an oddball a couple years ago when we first moved here, trying to explain the difference between being out in the weather and driving in it, maybe hopping from car to warm shop? Angie came to my rescue then, chiming in on her urban walking lifestyle, but it still is great to hear so many other walkers on this thread! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146505 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:18:19 +0000 Chris987 2146505@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks to all, I figure these types of posting are best when everyone who reads them gets at least one new idea. Sounds like it's working!</p> <p><b>suntiger</b>, you've got a great plan! Once you start stretching the acceptable range who knows where you will end up? :-)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>bonnie,</b> glad to give you good ideas. The hat thing is another area where you need to find what works for YOU. </p> <p><b>Pat_P</b> - waving at you across our states' mutual border!&nbsp; DH and I spent a few days in North Conway last week, including a visit to the top of Mt Washington!&nbsp; Patagonia is a great brand from all I've heard. Yeah, you are right that when doing all those sporty things where you get a bit warmer one has to be able to peel off layers and then put them back on.</p> <p><b>Anchie</b> - isn't the ritual of walking daily great?? I don't have a walking partner like you do but I really like the fresh air etc. You really do get hooked on it.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>fashintern</b>, great point about trying different layering options, especially ones that might not seem obvious like "double tights". </p> <p><b>Jaileen,</b> love the bit about having more coats than words to name them I listen to podcasts or music while I'm walking and occasionally have to tap on my iPhone and have not found a way to keep my hands warm while I do it. Last year I took some thin "underliner" gloves where I had cut off the finger tips, and wore them under the ski gloves, so didn't have to take off the liners,&nbsp; but it didn't help much. If I end up with the heated gloves I'll let you know but that won't (hopefully) be for a few more months. </p> <p><b>nemosmom,</b> I do the same with underlayers under wool. What area do you live in? We have wind some of the time but not constantly. </p> <p><b>Suz,</b> great comments about urban walking, and great that you started another thread! I totally get what you mean about not wanting to change clothes in the middle of the day for a walk. I usually do a SECOND walk in the afternoon and I wear my everyday clothing plus switch out shoes and add a coat, hat, whatever. I've never owned a pair of rain pants but if I lived in your climate I might </p> <p><b>Robinf </b>- this parka I'm showing here is NOT down, and I specially wear it over fleece because it's not super warm. I kind of like the multiple layers for early in the morning and maybe it's more of a habit than anything else. I do own a couple of down puffers that are much warmer and I wear them at other times.</p> <p><b>Angie</b> - OF COURSE YOU ARE NOT A WIMP! Your wet climate certainly requires different clothing than mine, but I bet our "collections" are somewhat equally sized If I lived in a city I think I'd have less "gear" and more "fashion" like you or <b>Suz</b>. In fact, on my very occasional trips to a city I find I often feel a little TOO sporty, especially when I travel outside New England. </p> <p><b>lisap </b>- good plan to restock on outdoor stuff for cold weather. I don't really "like" being outdoors in very cold weather but I like it more than going to a gym and I get a kick out of defying mother nature </p> <p><b>minaminu</b>, hiking year round in a variable climate certainly does require quite some thought and planning. Good luck continuing to build you wardrobe</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146488 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 17:46:00 +0000 Minaminu 2146488@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a helpful thread!<br /> I started hiking last year and would really like to build up a suitable wardrobe! I am ok for warm or British summer, I have hiking shoes, light tech trousers and a light windbreak which doubles as a light raincoat. Autumn and winters are tricky, I have some layers (uniqlo heattech for tops and bottoms), scarves, hats, gloves and hiking shoes. My old coat has been shortened to a pea coat for the winter walks (and allotment), whilst I am researching for a suitable jacket. I am sure it will make a great difference! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146481 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 17:24:41 +0000 Anonymous 2146481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for this excellent post Chris. I'm in a similar climate and, soon, lifestyle as I head into semi retirement. I have great plans to get into a walking routine as far into the winter as I can, and I will certainly need some better clothing for it. &nbsp;With the kid-related skiing, skating and tobogganing years behind me, I gave away all of my Patagonia and-the-like layering pieces a few years ago . &nbsp;I don't love being outside when it's really, really cold and am a little concerned about icy paths and streets , but I think I need to take advantage of my mobility while I can.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146479 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 17:13:37 +0000 Angie 2146479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I guess, I'm not a wimp either ..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146478 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 17:01:59 +0000 Angie 2146478@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking great, <b>Chris</b>! Good job.&nbsp;</p> <p>YES to Heattech thermal undies from Uniqlo! That's the real ticket, and what will keep you the most warm. VERY effective. I have those too. Winters in Park City, UT are as cold as yours.&nbsp;</p> <p>I walk all day! No driving. I'm out with Sam by 7.45am every day. But live in the city, and with <b>Suz's</b> current PNW climate. Milder than yours - but WET! Feels colder than it is. So I wear my regular everyday clothes with layers and weatherproof WINTER <u>fleece</u>&nbsp;lined sneakers/snow boots. Hoods, umbrellas, crossbodies. Warm BIG scarves, coats, jackets, beanies, gloves. Cashmere. Wool. Sam all wrapped up too :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Items look fashion-y - but are VERY carefully chosen for maximum warmth and comfort. I run very cold. Thermals underneath.</p> <p>We live by the water where it's always cooler and windier. Everyone wears beanies here. A MUST. And scarves are very effective too.</p> <p>Sam and I doing our daily Winter city walking thing and getting on with life in the elements. And a few with Greg too:&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146473 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:39:15 +0000 RobinF 2146473@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Similar weather here in Michigan. I agree that fleece is nice and warm and wool slightly itchy (which is a bummer because I knit and like to wear wool). You don't say your parka is down. I find my down coats so much warmer in bad weather than anything else. And agree that the right boots make a huge difference!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146471 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:35:19 +0000 Suz 2146471@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Chris</b>, you are a walking pro! In the old days, our weather was similar (mine being just a bit colder and winter a bit longer) but our situations for walking differed -- my walk was slightly more "urban" so I rarely wanted to wear gear.&nbsp;</p> <p>Nowadays, my climate is different from yours (considerably warmer in winter with more rain and less snow) but my environment for walking is more similar -- a mix of paved roads without sidewalks, and trails.&nbsp;</p> <p>Regardless, I love your system of layering -- this is basically my strategy also, except I rarely wear fleece because it makes me too hot. I like Smartwool and similar for their breathability.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'll start a new thread for <b>Anchie</b> because I think my former walking outfits might work for her in her current situation. Here, I'll share what I did last winter here and some thoughts and plans going forward.&nbsp;</p> <p><u>This might help anyone who lives in my Pacific Northwest climate. Useless for those of you in the northeast or midwest!&nbsp;</u></p> <p>My current walks, like <b>Chris'</b>s, are rarely urban. Yet I don't wear full on gear as a rule except for true hikes. Why? It's simple. Because I tend to go out walking at different times of day, and it's a pain to change completely from my "day" clothes! I do admit, this penchant for walking at any hour <b>has</b> affected my daytime clothing choices over the summer, pushing me towards a more casual style than ever. But it is what it is.&nbsp;</p> <p>Winters here are warm (for Canada!) but often wet.&nbsp;</p> <p>Daytime average temps in Victoria in February are about 8 or 9 C (in the 40sF), and nights can hover around -1C.&nbsp;</p> <p>For my walks last year, I was comfortable in the following types of outfits:&nbsp;</p> <p>First the footwear. On the worst, grubbiest days or on trails, I would in fact wear my Goretex sneakers. But more often I pulled out the Sorel sneaker boots, which are waterproof, warm, lightweight, and have enough tread for the roads and light trails. For anyone walking in suburban-ish places (or urban, for that matter) <b>I recommend a pair of stylish but still functional winter sneaker booties like this</b>. I am in the market for a new version. These ones are great, but too loose in the heel for me. I'll get another year from them but could use a better fitting backup.</p> <p>My base layer was (depending on temps) -- a cami and undies. Wool socks. If colder out, I might wear a long sleeved base like the merino top.&nbsp;</p> <p>Above that, a merino or cashmere sweater of some kind.&nbsp;</p> <p>Bottoms: Usually jeans. Rarely another type of dressier trouser, simply because jeans are easier to launder and I often flick dirt up onto the backs of my pants as I walk when it is wet.&nbsp;</p> <p>For a coat, either rainproof coat, rain resistant coat, or puffer. I have different weights of puffer for different conditions. I mostly wear the lightest one in Victoria -- rarely need the heavier ones. But there <b>were</b> a few days where I felt better in my warmest parka! Sometimes I would layer my raincoat over my lightweight puffer jacket.&nbsp;</p> <p>If truly rainy, rain pants over the jeans.&nbsp;</p> <p>Always some kind of hat if it is chilly, and gloves of some kind, and often a scarf. I like to carry a bag that allows me to remove layers and stuff them inside if I start heating up.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146470 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:33:01 +0000 nemosmom 2146470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great write-up and SO helpful, Chris!&nbsp; I have added to my favorites so I can refer back to it.&nbsp; I also run cold, and winter here is VERY cold, AND snowy, and incredibly windy. It's the wind that gets me...&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> <p>I am also a fan of Uniqlo's heattech (and their fleece).&nbsp; I wore silk baselayers when I skiied in Tahoe, but it was a much different kind of cold there...&nbsp; I DO find wool top layers to be incredibly warm (more than fleece), and not itchy, BUT I wear base layers under all my knits just to extend the period between their laundering. I am sure that helps with the itch factor. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146466 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:01:23 +0000 JAileen 2146466@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! &nbsp;You certainly know what you’re doing. &nbsp;We get cold here, but not like you. &nbsp;It’s usually in the 20s in the morning, and sunny. &nbsp;Sometimes it’s colder, in the teens, and very rarely below 0F.</p> <div><br /></div><div>Birding is like hiking, except for the walking part. &nbsp;Because we stand around a lot, I can get really cold. &nbsp;I have coats like the Inuit have words for snow. &nbsp;Most of my problem is guessing wrong - being too warm or too cold. &nbsp;Even if most of me is warm, my hands get cold. &nbsp;My index and middle finger of my right hand start to hurt when they’re cold. &nbsp;I need to be able to use them for my binoculars and camera, though, so ski gloves won’t work. &nbsp;I have flip back gloves that I think are alpaca, but even they aren’t warm enough sometimes. I need to figure this out. &nbsp;Any suggestions are welcome.</div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146464 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:56:22 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2146464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brrrrr is coming! I’m another one who loves to go for walks all year long. </p> <p>I love my fleece tights—having feet in them makes them warmer than leggings+socks, imo, and you can layer extra socks over the tights if you want. If I’m wearing them with a mini skirt, I might layer on a second pair of tights. This is sufficiently warm for me on the days right around or slightly below freezing, and it is such a mood lifter to be able to change my silhouette this way—truly changed winter for me! </p> <p>For the same reason, I suggest body suits instead of tucking in shirts. Can’t explain why, but they just feel much warmer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146461 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:42:58 +0000 anchie 2146461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, those are great suggestions and something I was thinking about last few days. I run extremely cold and I am summer baby - don’t enjoy at all<br /> being outside in the cold. But last few months me and my DD have developed a ritual, every evening we go out for a walk for at least one hour, often more. It is a great bonding experience and we both enjoy it and consider it the highlight of our day. I would hate to stop it just because weather is getting colder. Winters here are cold, dry and windy. It doesn’t go much below -10C which I think is about 13F ? but with icey winds it feels much colder. Our walks are urban, so would prefer something not too gear looking. I am still trying to decide on my layering strategy and will watch this thread for further ideas. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146459 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:21:39 +0000 Pat_P 2146459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great summary! As my daughter’s ski coach used to say, “There is no bad weather, only bad clothing.” A bit of an exaggeration, but it’s certainly true the right gear makes cold weather outdoor exercise so much more pleasant!</p> <p>I live in New Hampshire and tend to run warm. I have a Patagonia down sweater and water resistant Triolet jacket, also by Patagonia. They can be worn separately or together to provide varying levels of warmth and function as my winter jacket for athletic activity. The two together are my choice for downhill skiing, for example, while I would choose one or the other, depending on temperature and wind, for backcountry/ski touring, walking and snow shoeing. Hats have to be light because I get hot. And a variety of gloves in different weights is very helpful.</p> <p>My personal rule is I should be a little chilly as I start out - that way I won’t overheat as I start exercising! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146455 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:12:48 +0000 Bonnie 2146455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are wonderful suggestions. I will definitely be adding the fleece under layers, lined waterproof boots, and gaiters to my walking wardrobe, I have the rest of your list covered. The only suggestion I could add is a wool Tilley hat with earflaps which works well for me but my weather is not nearly as extreme as yours is.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-a-wimp-approach-to-cold-weather-outdoor-walking#post-2146452 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:05:30 +0000 Anonymous 2146452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you! Yes fleece lined things will definitely be added when it's cold enough to need them.<br /> I was biking daily, but the wind picked up, so started walking instead. I like to go out about 6, but may change as it gets colder- though if I postpone it's easier to make excuses!<br /> Usually we don't get the single digit days, generally 20s are the coldest. I'll use gloves often but almost never need a hat. And if it's that cold I'll be a wimp and work out inside! I'm not trying to suffer, just stretch the acceptable range </p>