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Tracksmith’s annual No Days Off collection
NDO Bib, NDO Harbor Cap, NDO Calendar (and some updates to old favorites)
Cold runs in New England or wherever there’s snow and ice
The days are short. The nights are long. The winds are cold. I’ll skip the Fairytale of New York reference, but you know exactly what the wintry winds feel like. Tracksmith does, too, as the resident New Englanders of the running world — so much so that they have an annual launch dedicated to pieces that are meant to stand up to the harshest of runnable conditions. Yes, it’s once again time for us to take a look at the No Days Off (or NDO) collection.
At this point, though, the collection hardly needs any introduction. We’ve been wearing bits and pieces from the NDO collection for years now, coming back to the wind and water-resistant paneling of the tights, mittens, and ear warmers like groundhogs coming back to their winter burrows. Have I somehow jumped from Christmas music to Groundhog Day? Yes, yes, I have, but there’s a good chance you’ll need the NDO collection for both winter holidays, so can you really complain?
As always, the NDO collection features a few tried and true staples in wintry new colorways, but it’s also a chance for Tracksmith to try something new. So, let’s get into what we’ll be rocking on the shortest days of the year.
For The Coldest Days
First, we have Tracksmith’s well-insulated Harbor Jacket. Introduced as a vest last year, the Harbor has made a few appearances on roads and trails, providing warmth wherever it goes. Like the Harbor Cap (which we’ll get to), the Jacket is packed with PrimaLoft Gold insulation from top to bottom and along both sleeves. It’s about as warm as you can get from Tracksmith, and the weather-resistant shell adds just enough protection from the wind without trapping in your body’s moisture.
Dashing Through The Snow
Ah, yes, the classic standby. Tracksmith’s annual release of NDO tights is about as reliable as the groundhog himself, popping up with classic black or gray colorways and a bright, reflective sash across the thigh. This year, though, they’ve been redeveloped with a new double-sided fabric that’s meant to be warmer and better-wicking than previous versions. Will it make a huge difference in the middle of a snowstorm? Who knows, but you’ll certainly be warm enough.
Don’t Turtles Hibernate?
Alright, so the Fells Turtleneck isn’t brand new, either, but that doesn’t mean we’re ignoring it. In fact, it’s kind of a clever piece of gear, essentially bundling your base layer and your neck gaiter into one insulated piece. You can’t see it in the picture, but the Fells has a waffle-like weave that keeps air flowing around you while you run, but it’s warm enough to keep the cold at bay. I’m just not sure if Tracksmith realized this yellow color makes you look like a minion with the blue bib on.
Full-Body Protection
Alright, stick with me here… cyclists wear bibs, so why not runners? I mean, it might make things difficult if you have to stop and pee, but otherwise, the warmth should cover your entire body thanks to Tracksmith’s double-knit Merino blend with just enough mesh details so that the sweat doesn’t build up. I might be a little surprised that there’s no sash draped across one of the thighs, but I won’t argue with warmth.
Noggin Warmer
That’s right, the Harbor collection doesn’t just cover jackets anymore. Tracksmith has finally taken the PrimaLoft Gold insulation that it used in both the Harbor Jacket and Vest and packed it down into a cozy beanie, complete with the NDO badge on the front.
Cozy Convertibles
Finally, the 2-in-1 accessory you’ve all been waiting for: a trusty pair of mittens. Tracksmith’s convertible mittens aren’t new for 2025, but they’re a good reminder that it never hurts to upgrade your hand warmers with a little bit of flexibility. Add the wind-resistant mitten itself and the highly reflective sash, and it’s tough to go wrong with this NDO staple.
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Robbe is the senior editor of Believe in the Run. He loves going on weird routes through Baltimore, finding trash on the ground, and running with the Faster Bastards. At home in the city, but country at heart. Loves his two boys more than anything. Has the weakest ankles in the game.
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