From now until Christmas, I’ve decided to add a post everyday. Each post will be a new gift idea for the runner in your life. You may also feel free to buy any of these as a gift for your dedicated blogger.

As I looked around Gazelle Sports, I debated where to start. Running is a simple sport. We don’t need much. That doesn’t mean that we lack wants. Gazelle Sports is full of gear that I want because good gear makes running more comfortable. The cold magnifies the comfort derived from good gear. I decided to start at the top.

Being follically challenged, I need a hat to keep my head warm. The SmartWool Cuffed Beanie is great. Of course you’re familiar with the wonderful SmartWool socks. They keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. They do this because they (like this hat) are so fantastic at wicking moisture away from your skin. The soft Merino wool will wick the sweat away when it is still in the vapor state. Dry is more comfortable than damp, so go with the SmartWool. The hat fits snug against your dome and looks good enough to wear around town, too. The Cuffed Beanie is also available in several great colors. Best of all, it retails for a mere $25.