Looking to opt outside for your winter runs? Don’t let the cold weather hold you back from logging miles this winter. Layer up, stay warm, and hit the trails with these picks for the warmest tights for your winter runs.
Warmest Tights For Your Cold Winter Runs
You all know how much I love my activewear. Rest assured, I have personally tested each and every one of these winter running tights. These are my top picks.
Brooks Momentum Thermal Tights
Updated to provide even more warmth. These fitted thermal tights are super cozy and offer semi-compressive support and fit. 3 pockets (one rear and 2 side leg).Drawstring waist for added comfort. The only downside is they are only available in black. Fit is true to size.
This popular tight scores high marks every winter. Available in 6 colors they offer a soft brushed interior to keep your legs toasty. Fit is true to size with ample pockets to store your gear. The solid colors seem to be slightly warmer than the patterns. Must have staple for winter running.
The Northface Winter Warm High Waisted Tights
If anyone knows winter warmth, it’s The Northface. Full-length, moisture wicking fleece lined tights are a great addition to any runner’s wardrobe. Reflective details. These run big, size down for a tighter fit.
Athleta Altitude Tight With Polartec
Super popular every year these full length tights with Polartec fleece lining are designed for your coldest runs. Fitted, high rise waist with drawstring.
Sweaty Betty thermaboost Running Legging
Sweaty Betty leggings are a crowd fave with our run crew. If you have not tried them yet, you are missing out. These fleece lined, water resistant leggings are perfect for those cold, wet runs. Reflective details, side pocket, back pocket. Super cozy material and a flattering fit that is true to size. Available in navy and black.
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These are my picks for the warmest tights for your coldest winter runs. You are never cold unless you are standing still. Gear up and opt outside.
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Oh, those Sweaty Betty leggings sound great – fleece-lined and three pockets!
I like that the winter tights are also available in brighter colours. All my winter tights are black – so boring!
You know I love my bright colors too! Sweaty Betty are fantastic can’t go wrong with any of their gear
I could use another pair of warm tights! I don’t have any fleece lined so that something I’m looking to try.
A definite must for outdoor running. They do sell out if you wait too long
Thanks. I have a few pair but could use more if we have a cold winter. Though I hope we don’t.
I like to be prepared! Can you have too many pairs of tights? LOL
I have multiple pairs of Rainier tights. Which I don’t run in, LOL! I use them as everyday wear, because I need something warm to walk Bandit in in the Winter!
You can’t go wrong with the North Face IMO either.
I do run a lot in my Skirt Sports Wonder Wool leggings & tops (like all the time) — that something I’d love to see come back!
The Ranier are great for sure. I also love the Northface they are a little thicker and warmer
I need to check these out…my winter tights are getting kind of blah. Thankfully I’m not in immediate need ….
I love all of these you can’t go wrong with any of them
When I think back to when I lived up north, and what I wore for running in the winter… sweatpants? Cotton leggings?- no wonder I hated it!!! Nowadays I wear shorts year-round, but I should probably have one of these leggings on hand in case I travel up north.
Isn’t funny what we learn over the years of running!?
I need a couple of new pairs of winter tights and have the Rainiers in my shopping cart now. I will also check out the Sweaty Betty pair.
You won’t be disappointed with either or both of them!
Great rundown! Honestly, I’ve never needed “warm” tights. The regular ones do the trick for where I live.
Yes I imagine you can run in shorts most of the year
I used to own a pair of fleece lined tights and looking back I can’t believe I was comfortable wearing them. Unless the temps drop into the low 20’s I wear my regular capris for running, and when it does get that cold, I wear a pair of thin tights over my capris. My fingers? Now that’s a different story and sometimes gloves covered with fleece mittens aren’t enough. Isn’t it funny how we all experience the cold differently?
I still have not found the perfect pair of gloves yet! I do like a warmer tight in the 30’s and below especially on those windy or raining days
I don’t have any tights like these and I need to make an investment, especially since I do so much running in the winter! Thanks for the recommendations!
You cannot go wrong with any of these! Yes, you definitely need some up there
I have a pair of Tracksmith tights with a brushed fleece lining – they are amazing for the cold!
yes, I have heard those are good too but have not tried them yet