Best winter gear on Reddit

129 reviews from r/electricians, r/Preschoolers, r/XXRunning and 46 more subreddits

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#1

Darn Tough

4.8
(5)
"Darn Tough socks. It's an Investment and you have to get past the high price point because they're worth it."
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"My normal three-season sock combo is Injinji toe socks as liners + Darn Tough as the main sock."
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"Take care of your feet: Darn Tough socks and neoprene boots."
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"I use darn tough socks and also fleece lined socks are my friend."
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"Darn tuff socks. Merino wool base layers be best but more expensive."
#2

Milwaukee

4.8
(4)
"A buddy of mine also has a milwaukee heated jacket."
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"Milwaukee heated jacket is about $200 but I use it every day and stay super warm."
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"Bought one this winter and love it."
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"Milwaukee heated jacket. Make sure it fits right."
#3

Carhartt

4.8
(4)
"I wear all of this on the coldest days. Carhartt and Red Wing"
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"Insulated Carhartt bibs"
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"Carhartt Bibs. SmartWool socks."
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"Carhartt bibs, depending on the temperate of where you work."
#4

Layers

5.0
(3)
"Layers will be your friend."
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"You need layers that each do one thing really well."
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"Multiple layers will protect you better than a single thick coat."
#5

Reima

5.0
(3)
"I found a reima snow suit on Black Friday sale last year and that thing was legit."
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"We have Reima and we love it."
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"I prefer the Reima brand for my kids because they're durable."
#6

Kamik

5.0
(3)
"Kamik boots are amazing and good until -40C."
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"Kamik or Boggs for boots."
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"We like Kamik snow bug for snow boots."
#7

MEC

5.0
(3)
"The best thing I’ve gotten so far for winter walks is the MEC Ride Warm down stroller bag."
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"We have a mec toaster suit it’s amazing!"
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"We have the MEC toaster suit, and I would recommend it."
#8

Helly Hansen

4.7
(3)
"My dad got my oldest Helly Hansen and the younger one has one from H&M."
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"If you're willing to shell out some cash for stuff that's going to last the rest of your life, helly hansen is your best bet."
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"I’d recommend a helly Hanson high viz rain pants and jacket."
#9

Uniqlo

4.7
(3)
"Nobody suggested going to Uniqlo to buy some Heattech and a down jacket?"
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"Uniqlo Heattech thermal wear."
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"They make a huge difference in temperature comfort levels."
#10

Heated Gloves

4.3
(3)
"Heated gloves are the only proper solution to cold hands."
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"Battery power heated gloves. Just carry an extra set and it will give you heat for at least 2 hours."
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"I'd actually like to suggest that you try our electrically heated gloves."
#11

Columbia

4.3
(3)
"I would highly recommend this I got It in both 12-18 and 18-24."
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"Columbia ski gloves, fleece bibtights, and two layers of socks."
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"Columbia, North Face, Eddie Bauer go up to a woman’s 3x."
#12

Snowsuit

5.0
(2)
"A good quality snowsuit, WATERPROOF MITTS lol otherwise you won’t last longer than 30 seconds outside."
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"I would highly recommend a snowsuit with cuffs that fold over as mittens."
#13

Muck Boots

5.0
(2)
"Insulated muck boots also rule."
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"Wear muck boots. They're comfortable, and can come in steel toe and insulated pairs."
#14

Duluth Trading

4.5
(2)
"Duluth Trading has some fantastic outdoor clothing."
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"Agree with the Duluth Trading comment or Cabela’s."
#15

Marmot

4.5
(2)
"This is why you buy technical gear with a lifetime warranty. Marmot and Patagonia have served me very well."
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"Hoarding Marmot sometimes has a selection of kids stuff."
#16

Kinco

4.5
(2)
"‘Kinco’ gloves are also really nice when it’s cold."
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"‘Kinco’ gloves are also really nice when it’s cold."
#17

Pogies

4.5
(2)
"Pogies."
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"I like the cheapo pogies I got at the snowmobile store."
#18

Cycling Overshoes

4.5
(2)
"I really like cycling overshoes to keep your feet dry and out of the wind."
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"I’ve got cycling overshoes which are a cheap way to waterproof and warm up existing shoes."
#19

Sleeping Bag

4.5
(2)
"Warm sleeping bag would be very high on my list."
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"Weather compatible sleeping bag *and* pad - in the spots your body weight squishes the loft of that bag to nothing."
#20

Under Armour

4.5
(2)
"Under armor base layer 4.0 if you’re working outside all day"
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"I recommend Under Armour base layer 4.0 the shirt and pants."
#21

Canada Goose

4.5
(2)
"I regret the number of coats that I bought before buying the full length heavy Canada Goose."
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"For a winter coat, can’t beat Canada Goose."
#22

Winter Jacket

4.0
(2)
"I’d get a decent down winter jacket, a pair of gloves/mittens and a hat."
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"A good winter jacket or parka can make you super cozy."
#23

Decathlon

4.0
(2)
"Decathlon do great stuff for the price!"
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"Would second everyone over decathlon gears."
#24

Winter Tights

5.0
(1)
"Winter tights are worth the investment."
#25

Cross-Country Skiing Gear

5.0
(1)
"Use cross-country skiing gear."
#26

Clothing Recommendations

5.0
(1)
"Lots of great brand and clothing recommendations here."
#27

Kahtoola Nanospikes

5.0
(1)
"Consider getting some traction devices for your shoes."
#28

Gloves

5.0
(1)
"Gloves - Kinko."
#29

Motoport Stretch Kevlar Jacket and Pants

5.0
(1)
"I have Motoport stretch Kevlar jacket and pants that I wear year round."
#30

Snow Gear

5.0
(1)
"And don't forget some snow gear. A good jacket, hat."
#31

Waterproof Wind Cheater

5.0
(1)
"A good waterproof wind cheater."
#32

Outdoor Research

5.0
(1)
"Over that I might do my Outdoor Research Helium down jacket."
#33

Nitrile Gloves

5.0
(1)
"Nitrile gloves under whatever gloves you decide on."
#34

Rain Pants

5.0
(1)
"Get the rain pants. Wear whatever you want under."
#35

Windstopper Bibbed Tights

5.0
(1)
"Windstopper bibbed longs and jacket are optimal."
#36

Gore-Tex

5.0
(1)
"Goretex running shoes."
#37

Aerostich

5.0
(1)
"I now have an Aerostich Roadcrafter and layer underneath with thermals."
#38

North Face

5.0
(1)
"I have some lighter weight gloves from north face that work really well for me!"
#39

Hurtta

5.0
(1)
"I love the brands Hurtta and Nonstop Dog Wear"
#40

Walkee Paws

5.0
(1)
"I've heard good things from Walkee Paws."
#41

Pioneer

5.0
(1)
"Pioneer heated jacket. they're about $100 with no battery."
#42

Voyager K9

5.0
(1)
"I love this brand for coats it's voyager k9."
#43

Ski Socks

5.0
(1)
"Nice warm ski socks help a ton, especially if you don't have great boots."
#44

Beneunder Base Layer Thermal Set

5.0
(1)
"Cheat code for an affordable and extremely warm base layer."
#45

Parka

5.0
(1)
"I recommend getting a parka that covers your hips with a hood with (fake) fur around the rim."
#46

Reima Merino Long Underwear

5.0
(1)
"We liked Reima merino long underwear for this."
#47

Darn Tough Socks

5.0
(1)
"Darn Tough socks. No cotton."
#48

Carhartt Gloves

5.0
(1)
"I like the carhart ones that are canvas with a long cuff."
#49

Gloves and Shoes

5.0
(1)
"Probably the best thing you can do is waterproof your gloves and shoes."
#50

MEC Winter Gear

5.0
(1)
"We have the MEC one where I read a bunch of reviews about kids falling into rivers etc. and staying dry."
#51

Camp Booties

5.0
(1)
"Camp booties (or mukluks if you are fancy rich) - insulated, waterproof, and cozy."
#52

Smartwool

5.0
(1)
"I prefer to use ski socks instead of regular wool socks."
#53

Eddie Bauer

5.0
(1)
"My 2 favorite pieces of gear for cold weather is my thin wool neck gaitor, and some Eddie Bauer fleece lined outdoor pants."
#54

Asolo

5.0
(1)
"Best purchases for me? Asolo 520's."
#55

Meriwool

5.0
(1)
"I wear a normal t shirt with a meriwool brand base layer shirt and pants."
#56

Bean

5.0
(1)
"Bean boots"
#57

Nox

5.0
(1)
"Nox gear has a great light up vest for dark runs."
#58

Neck Gaiter

5.0
(1)
"A neck gaiter/buff is my non-negotiable when running in cold weather."
#59

Bunting Bag

5.0
(1)
"A good bunting bag is really good for a small baby."
#60

Lone Cone Kids Boots

5.0
(1)
"Lone Cone makes awesome kids boots and they are local too."
#61

Dainese

5.0
(1)
"Dainese and Alpinestars boots."
#62

Castelli

5.0
(1)
"Personally, I like the Castelli gabba ros (jersey/jacket)"
#63

Thin Skullcap Wool Hat

5.0
(1)
"I wear a thin skullcap wool hat under my helmet."
#64

Dickies

5.0
(1)
"Dickies insulated coveralls"
#65

Kirkland

5.0
(1)
"Wool socks from Costco. Kirkland brand."
#66

Motoport

5.0
(1)
"I have Motoport stretch Kevlar jacket and pants that I wear year round."
#67

Lululemon

5.0
(1)
"Lululemon has great insulated running tights for women."
#68

7mesh

5.0
(1)
"7mesh makes a merino wool jersey called the Callaghan that I love."
#69

Tracksmith

5.0
(1)
"They’re expensive but I like the Tracksmith Harrier and the Brighton."
#70

Ski Goggles

5.0
(1)
"Ski goggles for under 10F."
#71

Fleece Lined Jacket

4.0
(1)
"I buy fleece lined jackets off Amazon for my 3."
#72

Nitrite Gloves

4.0
(1)
"Get the nitrite gloves and put fingerless ones on top."
#73

Military Surplus Gear

4.0
(1)
"Maybe check out a military surplus store? Could definitely find some boots, warm socks and big, cheap bags."
#74

Heated Jacket Liner

4.0
(1)
"Heated jacket liner also"
#75

Scorpion

4.0
(1)
"The scorpion tempest gloves are extremely good and really help."
#76

Crocs

4.0
(1)
"Either a pair of crocs/flip flops or a pair of down booties."
#77

Sierra Winter Gear

4.0
(1)
"Sierra by Marshall's on ustick was a great place for all winter gear."
#78

Pawz

4.0
(1)
"We switched to Pawz rubber boots, and he tolerates those pretty well."
#79

Bark Brite Lightweight Boots

4.0
(1)
"We also have the bark brite lightweight boots. We love them."
#80

Rab Garbage Mitts

4.0
(1)
"Garbage mitts... Can buy them at the Haberdashery I think and Cabelas."
#82

Power Banks

4.0
(1)
"I got some power banks that double as hand warmers."
#83

Target

4.0
(1)
"Kids grow up too quickly to buy the expensive stuff."
#84

FXR

4.0
(1)
"Yes to all the base layers but we use snowmobile brands for the snowsuit; Arctic Cat, Polaris, FXR, Klim, Castle etc."
#85

Carter's

4.0
(1)
"Carter's Oshkosh is what we get."
#86

Amazon

4.0
(1)
"I’d definitely recommend gloves first! You can get running specific ones, but I like to get a cheap pack of just knit gloves from Amazon."
#87

Indera

4.0
(1)
"I use Indera heavyweight cotton because of arc flash concerns."
#88

Mechanix

4.0
(1)
"Mechanix gloves, also i like 3M thinsulate"
#89

Mountain Warehouse

4.0
(1)
"Mountain Warehouse was my go to when getting my kid inexpensive outdoor school clothes."
#90

Wool

4.0
(1)
"This is gonna be controversial, but I suggest wool."
#91

Merino Jumper

4.0
(1)
"I would look for thin merino jumpers."

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