I usually use a Waterproof 5mm, but I also have a 7mm Bare hood w/ a zipper. Never felt particularly cold in either one but the Waterproof hood + a 2nd 3mm hood is downright toasty (the zippered hood isn't suitable as an "underhood").
DO TRY using a 2nd 3mm over your normal winter hood. Someone started recommmending it a few years ago and it has caught on in these parts because it's a cheap solution that makes a big difference.
If you & friends start using extra 3mm hoods it's esp. great beacause in a pinch someone that forgot their hood can be quite comfortable with 2 3mm hoods (Signature: been there, done that ;-)
Seriously warm hood: http://www.waterproof.eu/en/products/accessories/hoods/h1-5-10mm/
Mostly I feel the cold on my face. Try taking your mask off sometime at 1-2C. You want to do it the first couple times on purpose so if it ever happens by accident you will be significantly less shocked. Practise run or no, 2C water all across your face is good reason for a little unhappiness.
DO TRY using a 2nd 3mm over your normal winter hood. Someone started recommmending it a few years ago and it has caught on in these parts because it's a cheap solution that makes a big difference.
If you & friends start using extra 3mm hoods it's esp. great beacause in a pinch someone that forgot their hood can be quite comfortable with 2 3mm hoods (Signature: been there, done that ;-)
Seriously warm hood: http://www.waterproof.eu/en/products/accessories/hoods/h1-5-10mm/
Mostly I feel the cold on my face. Try taking your mask off sometime at 1-2C. You want to do it the first couple times on purpose so if it ever happens by accident you will be significantly less shocked. Practise run or no, 2C water all across your face is good reason for a little unhappiness.