Ciele Athletics, the technical running apparel brand, has announced the launch of its debut Cold Weather Collection, a comprehensive line of men’s and women’s runwear designed for challenging winter conditions. No stranger to the cold, the Montreal-based brand has engineered the collection to provide best-in-class temperature regulation and performance.
The Cold Weather Collection offers a wide range of apparel, including outerwear, headwear, layering essentials, tights, pants, mid-layers and accessories, delivering premium winter-running performance and protection that focuses on warmth, breathability and temperature regulation. “As the colder months approach, factors like visibility, harsh weather conditions and comfort can complicate a runner’s life,” shares Ciele Athletics apparel designer Catherine Langelier. “With the Cold Weather Collection, we’ve chosen to embrace these challenges and make them the core inspiration for our designs. DIAMAfleece™ products are definitely a highlight of this collection, combining innovation and functionality tailored specifically to a runner’s needs.”
The Cold Weather Collection introduces two of Ciele’s newest winter fabric technologies: COOLmatic | EXP DIAMAfleece™, a lightweight diamond grid of recycled polyester pile with embedded carbon for enhanced temperature control, and Sorino | WS, a 100% natural wool and silk blend that delivers exceptional warmth with minimal bulk. The line also features reflective detailing for enhanced visibility in dark conditions, two-way zippers for versatility, UPF protection, moisture-wicking capabilities and machine washability. Reflecting on the collection’s headwear specifically, Ciele Athletics headwear designer Julie St-Louis shares, “As a designer, my focus was on creating headwear that balances warmth and breathability for cold weather. I tested and refined prototypes in real conditions to ensure optimal temperature regulation. The Cold Weather Collection is designed to keep runners comfortable and performing at their best, regardless of the cold. Each piece combines innovative materials with practical features for exceptional protection and versatility.”
Standout pieces within the Cold Weather Collection include:
HOTHCap: An Arctic-ready cap equipped to regulate temperature from start to finish with all-natural wool and silk insulation, a C0 DWR breathable outer shell, and ear flaps and neck protection that fold up or down depending on conditions.
FLTCap WND: Ciele’s winter-ready GOCap, crafted with COOLmatic | EXP DIAMAfleece™ on the top, wind- and rain-proof fleece back panels, and foldable ear flaps and neck protection to keep the cold out.
HLSLongsleeve Sorino: A necessary cold-weather layer, this base layer has integrated thumb holes to keep sleeves in place and is made of all-natural merino and silk Sorino | WS fabric for warmth.
VLVHalfzip: A cozy and extra-breathable winter layer, the VLVHalfzip — made with lightweight COOLmatic | EXP™ DIAMAfleece™ embedded with carbon — prioritizes ventilation, temperature regulation and versatility with warm hand cuffs, an internal phone pocket, and two-way half zippers.
VLVMockneck: A versatile unisex piece with a mock-neck collar made of soft, natural merino wool and Ciele’s COOLmatic | EXP DIAMAfleece™ embedded with carbon, featuring reflective detailing.
VLVInsulator: Designed for running but built to perform in mixed conditions, this outer layer features a breathable recycled C0 DWR outer shell, Ciele’s insulated ©️-fit hood for the coldest days, AIRBeam™ venting and strategic panels of COOLmatic | EXP DIAMAfleece™ with carbon for temperature regulation, plus Sorino | WS light-loft insulation, made with wool and silk.
ATWPant: A top-tier pant offering unrestricted movement and built for seasonal and terrain versatility, featuring strategically placed zippered pockets and secret vents, plus a secure ankle cuff to keep cold air out. C0 DWR adds wind, snow and sleet resistance.
The Cold Weather Collection is available to purchase at espace | MTL, the Montreal flagship store, on cieleathletics.com and at select retailers worldwide.
About Ciele Athletics
Founded in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, in 2014 by Jeremy Bresnen and Mike Giles, Ciele Athletics offers high-performance, durable and lightweight headwear and apparel collections designed for runners around the world. The brand is available in over 1,300 stores in 43 countries. Ciele Athletics is a B Corp–certified company committed to continuously working toward better solutions, from product development to manufacturing partners to community action.