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Now that the temperatures are constantly dropping and the days are getting shorter, there are lots of reasons to want to skip a run. But you don’t need to let the elements determine your training schedule. Whether it’s a steady downpour or an unrelenting breeze, one of these jackets is sure to protect you on your autumn run.
One Gore-Tex Active Run Jacket
This jacket has its own Gore-Tex outer surface, making it possible to shake off the rain from a water-repellent surface. At £229.99 it isn’t cheap, but the revolutionary jacket features the lightest and most breathable Gore-Tex innovation. The last thing you want when you’re running is something weighing you down. This jacket enables you to remain fast, comfortable and dry in all weathers.
As well as offering another layer to keep you warmer, this jacket also provides 360º of high reflectivity when the lights are shining on you. Perfect for the darker evenings, this jacket is also DWR-coated for wind and water resistance in case you get caught in a shower. At the back the jacket is longer and offers more coverage to keep you warm and dry. Priced at £95, this is a middle of the range jacket which offers essential visibility.
Adidas Supernova Storm Half-Zip
This half-zip offering from Adidas is the ultimate climate control layer. The thin, stretchy back panel dumps heat whilst the wind blocking polyester sleeves and soft-shell nylon front panel defend you from icy gusts of wind. An added bonus feature of the jacket is that when it’s hit with headlights, the static-like graphic on the sleeves and shoulders come to life. It’s also really affordable too at £52, and perfect for those who don’t want to be weighed down by a heavy layer.
A fashionable yet still extremely practical layer, this jacket has been hailed as the best winter jacket on the market. It has a tailored fit and an ergonomic design, complete with asymmetric zip. The temperature regulating technologies in this jacket are a result of using Merino wool. This clever material warms you when it’s cold and cools you down when it’s hot, wicks moisture away and dries fast. Priced at £200, this is definitely a smart investment.
This jacket is the most lightweight on the list, and yet it still offers all-over reflectivity. It can easily be packed away into its own hood, so it’s perfect for grabbing on the go when you’re not sure which direction the weather is heading in and the grey clouds look like they may start something. This jacket isn’t just waterproof, it’s water-repellent, meaning the rain drops roll straight off it. At £100, this is a practical option for those indecisive autumn days.
Until next time,
Mohsin Salya