Winter

The Revel Shell Mitts are a waterproof and breathable outer shell for your hands. They are intended to be worn over a layered glove system for warmth and protection. Outdoor Research says:  Revel Shell Mitts combine waterproof protection with..…

The Rigg Windstopper Gloves are thin, tough and technical with Gore-Tex Infinium/WindStopper technolgy so you can keep the wind chill off and still perform fiddly tasks. Trekmates says:  WINDSTOPPER™ by GORE-TEX labs softshell glove for..…

This tote is an efficient, no-frills option for protecting and carrying snowshoes, making it a worthy addition to any winter adventure kit. Atlas says:  Carry and store your snowshoes – while keeping them in great shape – with the At…

A cold weather bag packed with high-quality down and technical features to keep you warm throughout the night. Nemo says:  Built to be the only bag you need from -20°F to 40°F, we’ve updated our Backpacker Editors’ Choice...

The Trekmates Thaw Gloves are a warm, insulating, and versatile pair of gloves that are perfect for a variety of winter activities. They pack down small and weigh incredibly little, making them easy to carry as an emergency pair. Trekmates...

If you are looking for an 'extreme cold' mat and want a bit extra width so you don't find yourself on a stone cold tent floor then at just 689 grams this mat delivers excellent performance for its weight. Exped says:  The Exped Ultra 7R LW Mummy…

If you are looking for an 'extreme cold' mat in a full rectangular format then at just 648grams this mat delivers excellent performance for its weight. Exped says: The Exped Ultra 7R M is an ultra lightweight and compact sleeping mat featuring recycl…

The lightweight Windproof balaclava is comfortable, windproof, and water resistant. It has vents, a nose hole to prevent fogging, and perforations around the ear. It is a comfortable, moisture-wicking layer made of a polyester-polyamide blend. Buff.…

Rab's Andes Infinium bags are their Expedition class bags, filled with premium 800 Fill Power down contained within trapezoidal boxwall baffles with a differential cut to eliminate cold spots. Rab says: Combining 800FP goose down with heat reflective…

These versatile winter gloves are designed for various outdoor activities, offering reliability in cold conditions. Ideal for everything except extreme winter mountaineering, they feature a durable recycled polyamide outer layer that protects the...

BG TOP PICK - Chamonix Gore-Tex Mitts. One of our top picks this winter season is the rugged, warm, and versatile Chamonix Gore-Tex Mitts. They are well-made and incredibly reasonably priced; we love them. Trekmates says:  Women’s insulate…

A lightweight, stylish beanie, that packs down smack that adds a lot of warmth. Mountain Equipment says:  A warm knitted beanie with a two-tone design. Our Verdict This lightweight, and stylish beanie with a two-tone striped style. it’s v…

BG TOP PICK - Ether Light XT Extreme Sleeping Mat Builds on the success of the original Ether Light XT comes this Extreme version. With double the amount of insulation and an R-Value almost twice as high this mat will certainly keep you insulated fro…

The Storm Gloves are waterproof, windproof and really well insulated. They are designed and built to withstand the cold, wet weather encountered in the mountains year-round. Rab says With its hydrophobic insulation and Porelle® waterproof insert…

The Montane Supercell Glove combines durable, waterproof fabrics with a warm soft pile fleece lining, creating a tough, warm and waterproof mountaineering glove. With a feature set aimed at mountain walking, mountaineering and expeditions. Montane...

A very warm balaclava, utilising soft, brushed fleece for high-insulating performance.  Extremities says:  An Extremities balaclava made with Extremities X-Therm performance fabric. Wear it as a full-face balaclava or pull it back to wear i…

The Blue Ice Bluebird is a light, sturdy ice axe ideal for classic alpinism and steep snow/ice climbs. It has a hot-forged stainless steel pick and adze and an aircraft-grade aluminum shaft. Blue Ice says:  The Bluebird ice axe is the most versa…

Thermarest's top-rated Saros Synthetic sleeping bag offers a warm, lightweight and fully-featured sleeping bag for cold weather comfort while camping and backpacking. Thermarest says: When the weather gets frigid and the forecast looks damp, the Sar…