When to start buying winter running gear?

NOW!  Start stocking up on "new" winter running gear asap!  Thrift stores are starting to put out cold weather gear--sweatshirts, sweatpants, leggings, etc.  Today I managed to find this fantastic Patagonia Capilene base layer hoodie for $7!  (And as an added bonus, the color is a pretty shade of blue.)  

Essentially, it's an older version of this hoody (so it doesn't have a breast pocket.)  The jacket is actually about 6 years old, but since it's Patagonia it's still in fantastic shape!  (Their products are expensive new, but totally worth it because they generally hold up for a long time to a lot of wear and tear!)  I've already got it earmarked for at least one of my upcoming fall races.  I can't wait for a cool morning run with little to no humidity.  (Yay/boo for being so close to the Chesapeake Bay and the ocean!)