Winter Gear
We've tested the best from The North Face, REI, Arc’teryx, Patagonia, Marmot, Columbia and more.
Down insulation has a high warmth-to-weight ratio. Lightweight and highly compressible, down is a great choice for cold climates, but not a super wet climate. Pictured here is the lead tester wearing the warm and comfortable Canada Goose Camp.
Credit: Jenna Ammerman
Cold weather in your future? Our winter aficionados take to chilly city streets and mountains to find what will best keep you warm. From winter jackets, our favorite long underwear and winter boots, our detailed comparison reviews will keep out the cold from head to toe. We have down jacket reviews for moderate cold as well as more heavy-duty layers for sub-freezing temps and all the footwear and apparel to layer in between. Like you, we buy all our items from the store, then we test, take notes and publish only our unbiased findings.
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Picking the Perfect Men's Insulated Jacket - Expert Advice
What insulated jacket should I buy? Our comprehensive buying advice is here to simplify the process of choosing a new...
Hunt Down Your Perfect Hardshell Jacket - A Buying Guide for Men
Choosing a hardshell jacket can be a stressful task, especially with the exorbitant price tags. After testing 10 of...
Men's Winter Jacket Buying Guide
What is a winter jacket? This is a garment that can help you withstand the cold, wind, and snow or rain. It should...
How to Choose Winter Boots for Women
Winter can be exceptional with a solid pair of women's winter boots. Making sure a boot fits and provides all the...
Women's Winter Jacket Buying Guide
Whether you're looking to just survive winter or perhaps even enjoy it, selecting the right coat is the first step...
4-Season Tents - How to Choose
We tested both single and double-walled tents. Single-walled shelters have one layer of wind and water resistant or...Best Picks in Winter Gear
Insulated Jackets for Men
In the market for the best synthetic insulated jacket? We've tested and compared the best choices side-by-side and can...
10 Top Winter Jackets
Finding a great winter jacket can be overwhelming. We've tested over 160 different jackets over the past 13 years to...
Winter Jackets for Men
We put in the cold hours and the nitty-gritty research to bring you reliable recommendations. As it pertains to men's...
Winter Boots for Men
To help you find the best winter boots, we researched the best models available before buying the top to test and...
Winter Boots for Women
Our expert winter testers took to the trails, streets, and snowbanks to test the market's top-rated winter boots...
10 Top Winter Boots
Over the last decade, we have tested over 100 pairs of winter boots. We trekked through icy river crossings, did...
Winter Jackets for Women
Looking for the best women's winter jacket? We've researched over 80 and bought the top 17 for this review to test...
Rain Boots for Women
It's always a good time to consider rain boots, from light spring showers to summer thunderstorms to the muck of fall...
10 Top Rain Boots
Our wet weather experts list the best picks for muddy workdays, saturated climates, and rainy urban commutes.
Winter Gloves
Determined to find the best winter gloves for your needs, we researched over 30 options, from liner gloves to hardy...
Rain Boots for Men
The weather is turning, and it's wet outside, but you don't have a pair of rain boots. Don't panic, we've got your...
Gaiters
Over the years, we've tested a dozen pairs of the top gaiters on the market to help you choose which ones to take on...
10 Top Base Layers
Are you looking for a high-performing base layer that holds its value? We've carefully evaluated and selected the best...
Hardshell Jackets for Men
There are a vast number of hardshell jackets available these days. We purchased the most promising and put them...
Four Season Tents
Looking for a 4-season tent? Let us help. We've researched hundreds of the most popular tents on the market and put...
Winter Sleeping Bags
With all the sleeping bags on the market today, it can be hard to decide which one is worth trading in your...
Long Underwear for Women
Are you looking for your next long underwear bottom? We chose 18 of the very best to test side-by-side. We wore each...
Insulated Jackets for Women
Looking for an insulated jacket? We've got you covered. After checking out over 80 top jackets, we handpicked the best...
10 Top Long Underwear
Are you trying to find the best long underwear for your next adventure? We highlight our top picks among the very best...
Long Underwear for Men
With temperatures dropping, it's time to play outside in the cold. We've compared nearly two dozen of the best long...
Hardshell Jackets for Women
Our testers live and breathe mountains - and guide them, too. We researched over 40 women's hardshell jackets before...
Snow Grips
Searching for some snow grips? Our experts selected 11 top models and compared them head-to-head to help you find the...Recent Product Reviews in Winter Gear
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Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight Full Zip Hoody Review
There are few insulating layers as lightweight as the Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight Full Zip Hoody, also offering some...
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Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody Review
The Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody is one of the most well-loved jackets on the market, and for good reason. Its synthetic...
Salomon Toundra Pro CSWP Review
The Salomon Toundra Pro CSWP is one of the most supportive and stable winter boots we've ever tested. What's cool...
Sorel Caribou Review
The Sorel Caribou is one of our favorite winter boots for shoveling driveways. The classic Pac boot style...
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The North Face Shellista VI for Women Review
Usually, if you want style, you have to sacrifice performance; however, The North Face Shellista VI bucks the trend...
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Columbia Minx Shorty IV for Women Review
The Columbia Minx Shorty IV stands out as a budget-friendly winter boot that delivers dependable comfort and adequate...
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