In Between Weather

As the saying goes, some like it hot. Some don't.

The weather has been so variable here in the Northeast, It has been hard these days to know how to dress. Each night before I go to bed I have to scrutinize the weather report to figure out how I am going to dress in the morning. One day I am in full summer regalia, the next day I wish I wore my winter hat.

I love autumnal running. The early mornings during October and early November are much cooler and drier than the preceding summer months and it feels great. Clothing choices are easy. I still wear my summer clothes but enjoy the fresh coolness.

Late December through early March is easy too. Its gonna be cold, so be prepared.

But this time of year can be tricky. Day by day it changes. One morning this week it was 59 degrees in the morning. The next day it was 36 degrees and windy. I never know how to dress. I hate to be warm but I also hate to remove layers as I go.

AS a temporary solution, I have been adopting a summer/winter setup that gives me the maximum flexibility. I have been wearing shorts and an Under Armour heat gear shirt with a very light tech shirt over it. I can wear this kit comfortable up to 60 degrees. But I also wear my winter skull cap and gloves. This will keep me warm into the low 30s. I might be a little chilly at the start, but I warm up quickly. If it gets too warm, I just remove the cap and gloves and tuck them into my waistband.

I know I should be happy that the weather has been warm, but I don't like to have to think at 5:45am. I just wanna get going. In another coupla weeks I will have my wish. Dress warmly, 'cause its cold outside.