Best winter gear on Reddit

217 reviews from r/fargo, r/WildernessBackpacking, r/BuyItForLife and 38 more subreddits

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By Brand

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Carhartt

4.4

(9)

"Carhartt Bibs. SmartWool socks."

"I had under armor lvl3 long underwear, just a normal long sleeve tucked in to double knee Carhartt pants."

"I love the quilt lined carhartt overalls. My legs were always toasty in those sumbitches."

"Carhartt came out with this super super warm jacket."

"Hats/beanies/gloves - have more than one pair. Carhartt is a favorite for beanies."

"Carhartt is also a known good and cheap brand."

"The warmest carhartt bibs, jacket, hat."

"Carhartt bibs, depending on the temperate of where you work."

"Regular carhartts and artic weight insulated boots."

Patagonia

5.0

(8)

"You will also want cold weather gear like a patagonia down onesie."

"I wear patagonia dual aspect bibs for skiing."

"Patagonia - lifetime warranty is legit"

"I wear the Patagonia down hoody, the hoody really helps when it's cold."

"I bought a Patagonia puffy bunting. I believe it was rated for 5 to -10 degrees."

"Patagonia makes fantastic gear."

"Patagonia R1 fleece - this thing is hands down my favorite piece of hiking clothing."

"I love the patagucci nano air for ultra breathable puff."

Columbia

4.3

(7)

"Check out Columbia snow boots."

"I bought the Columbia Snuggly Bunny snowsuit. I love them!"

"Columbia Outlet stores often have rain pants and hooded raincoats for babies and toddlers."

"Columbia/MEC snow gear."

"I have a 3-in-1 Columbia turbodown parka."

"Columbia jackets are good."

"I have this jacket ($50 with the AT discount) and this pair of pants ($39 with the AT discount)."

North Face

4.3

(7)

"I have a North face artificial down light weight puffer which is bloody marvellous."

"I have a North face fleece jacket which I wear under a Colombia shell."

"I am a fan of North Face and Keen boots."

"North Face and HH (helly hansen) are two really good brands."

"Good quality gloves with water repellent qualities."

"I've had a north face jacket for a few years now and no issues at all."

"My extended time outside jacket is a North Face parka."

Milwaukee

4.8

(5)

"A buddy of mine also has a milwaukee heated jacket."

"Go to Home Depot and buy the Milwaukee tools Heated Hoodie."

"Milwaukee heated jacket is about $200 but I use it every day and stay super warm."

"Bought one this winter and love it."

"Milwaukee heated jacket. Make sure it fits right."

The North Face

4.6

(5)

"My North Face Goliath 0F bag. That bag has served me well for over 25 years."

"I have a North face artificial down light weight puffer which is bloody marvellous."

"The North Face sells very warm long coats, as does Moncler."

"I think you are going to have to go with a puffy jacket or a down jacket."

"I got $20 The North Face boots for my kid at Footlocker yesterday! Insulated, waterproof."

Decathlon

4.0

(4)

"Decathlon do great stuff for the price!"

"Would second everyone over decathlon gears."

"Decathlon Forclaz - the ~£50 down jacket, gloves and ladies hiking leggings / tights."

"Budget kit: Decathlon's higher end stuff."

Merino Wool

5.0

(3)

"Merino wool is a life saver, especially socks (smart wool is my go-to)."

"Merino wool thermal underwear is a must!"

"First of all, you want some merino wool socks."

Darn Tough

4.7

(3)

"My normal three-season sock combo is Injinji toe socks as liners + Darn Tough as the main sock."

"Take care of your feet: Darn Tough socks and neoprene boots."

"Darn tuff socks. Merino wool base layers be best but more expensive."

#10

Duluth Trading

4.7

(3)

"Duluth Trading has some fantastic outdoor clothing."

"I'm a big fan of the utility and roomy fit of Duluth Trading rain gear."

"Agree with the Duluth Trading comment or Cabela’s."

#11

Gore-Tex

4.7

(3)

"Gore-Tex is a must have."

"A windproof/waterproof jacket (e.g., Gore-Tex)."

"Goretex shell with warm layers underneath will do the trick."

#12

Reima

4.7

(3)

"I prefer the Reima brand for my kids because they're durable."

"I can put a solid plug in for Reima snowsuits. They’re made in Norway, they’re waterproof, unbelievable durable, super warm and still breathable."

"We also buy Reima for outdoor gear."

#13

Merino

4.7

(3)

"Ditto what someone else said about base layers (& anything else merino you can get your hands on)."

"I always recommend a merino long sleeve half zip top (200 weight or above), with a merino base layer when it's cold."

"I wear Moreno wool shirt and long John’s, heated socks, Carhartt bibs."

#14

Sorel

4.7

(3)

"For boots I love Sorel."

"They still look like they are damn near new and they keep my feet warm."

"I use good Sorel boots to get me through the winter here."

#15

Eddie Bauer

4.7

(3)

"I have the Eddie Bauer parka that's rated to -30 and it's fine on the coldest days."

"The Eddie Bauer goretex/weather tech/weather edge/whatever they call them now down parkas are amazing."

"Keep an eye on Eddie Bauer. They often have good sales / clearance and their winter stuff is great."

#16

MSR

4.3

(3)

"MSR Dragonfly stove. It's powerful enough to melt a lot of snow quickly."

"I've heard good things about the MSR Xplorer ADV suit."

"We did one season with microspikes (Hillsounds) and snowshoes (MSR Evo Ascents)."

#17

Canada Pooch

4.0

(3)

"Would recommend Canada Pooch gear though once he's fully grown."

"I use the Canada Pooch Harness Puffer for my dog!"

"Canada Pooch makes good quality jackets that fit Frenchies well."

#18

Muck Boots

5.0

(2)

"Insulated muck boots also rule."

"Wear muck boots. They're comfortable, and can come in steel toe and insulated pairs."

#19

MEC

5.0

(2)

"We have a mec toaster suit it’s amazing!"

"We have the MEC toaster suit, and I would recommend it."

#20

Helly Hansen

5.0

(2)

"Helly Hansen onesie."

"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."

#21

Arc'teryx

5.0

(2)

"My Beta AR Arc'teryx Jacket I scoped up on Facebook Marketplace for 100$."

"I have an Arc Terxy shell that fits perfectly over my bike helmet."

#22

Refrigiwear

5.0

(2)

"My boss buys us 'refrigiwear -50 ° bib' and it has us sweating on the climb up."

"They make boots and gloves too"

#23

Burton

5.0

(2)

"Burton has a line called Anon that is goggles with magnetic face masks."

"Burton AK series jacket is tough to beat."

#24

Rab

5.0

(2)

"Rab polartec fleece leggings are amazing in winter."

"Rab is one of the best brands around for those super cold days."

#25

Marmot

4.5

(2)

"This is why you buy technical gear with a lifetime warranty. Marmot and Patagonia have served me very well."

"Hoarding Marmot sometimes has a selection of kids stuff."

#26

Pogies

4.5

(2)

"Pogies."

"I like the cheapo pogies I got at the snowmobile store."

#27

Canada Goose

4.5

(2)

"I regret the number of coats that I bought before buying the full length heavy Canada Goose."

"For a winter coat, can’t beat Canada Goose."

#28

Bogs

4.5

(2)

"Hands down the best winter boots for kids are Bogs."

"Bogs boots or other neoprene type boots are great for rain and cold."

#29

Athleta

4.5

(2)

"Fleece leggings (love the athleta altitude polartec tights or ll bean primaloft fleece tights), gloves, layers!"

"Athleta Rainier tights. They have leg pockets and are lightly fuzzy inside."

#30

Kathmandu

4.5

(2)

"Puffer jacket (can get from Kathmandu)"

"I suggest you look at outdoor gear from Kathmandu/macpac."

#31

Bar Mitts

4.5

(2)

"Bar Mitts makes some killer neoprene ones that go for about $69."

"This year I'm getting barmitts to keep the hands warmer."

#32

Hurtta

4.5

(2)

"Hurtta makes nice insulated coats"

"For coats I gave my dog the Hurtta Extreme Warmer."

#33

Dainese

4.0

(2)

"I'm very happy with it, super warm and windproof."

"I'm sitting here in a Dainese touring jacket outside."

#34

Uniqlo

4.0

(2)

"I love Uniqlo’s insulating layers, you can’t beat the price point and quality."

"They make a huge difference in temperature comfort levels."

#35

unknown

4.0

(2)

"Also good socks, gloves and a hat."

"Snow pants, gloves, ski masks, & mittens for over top of the gloves."

#36

Yobee

5.0

(1)

"This sleeping bag is great for the stroller."

#37

Engel

5.0

(1)

"We used the Engel natur boiled wool suit as our transitional and car seat outfit."

#38

Smartwool

5.0

(1)

"Merino wool layers from smart wool or Icebreaker."

#39

Ruffwear

5.0

(1)

"We use a ruffwear jacket which keeps him comfy in all weather down to 0F or so"

#40

Nemo

5.0

(1)

"Nemo insulated sleeping pad."

#41

Musher's Wax

5.0

(1)

"Highly recommend Musher's Wax for the paws in the snow/salt!"

#42

Klättermusen

5.0

(1)

"They lasted me 8 years for skiing in the winter and my job that puts me on the Greenland ice sheet."

#43

N.E.O.S

5.0

(1)

"Keep your feet dry and warm."

#44

Fleece

5.0

(1)

"My fleece Balaclava keeps my face warm even in subzero F temps."

#45

Layers

5.0

(1)

"Multiple layers will protect you better than a single thick coat."

#46

Touring Jacket/Pants

5.0

(1)

"Get a set of touring jacket/pants where the waterproofing is built in."

#47

Heated Under Layer

5.0

(1)

"I just got a heated under layer like a thermal but it has 11 heat zones."

#48

Electric Handwarmer

5.0

(1)

"I got an electric handwarmer for Christmas and it’s a game-changer."

#49

Ice Breaker

5.0

(1)

"The best thing I did was invest in the base layers - WOOL."

#50

Wildhavrn

5.0

(1)

"Wildhavrn wools from Haines makes wool layers that grow with the kids."

#51

Seirus

5.0

(1)

"For the face, I use [this] when it's freezing and below, works well for me."

#52

Asics

5.0

(1)

"Asics thermopolis long sleeve shirts are soft and comfy! They keep me warm and dry when it gets down into the 30s."

#53

Tuffo

5.0

(1)

"Tuffo suit!!!"

#54

Flexothane

5.0

(1)

"I often opt for a poncho, game changer for me."

#55

Craghoppers

5.0

(1)

"You’ve already been recommended the craghopper kiwi lined trousers. They’re absolutely mega!"

#56

Smith

5.0

(1)

"I have Smith goggles and a smith helmet that have some sort of air vent tech that keeps the goggles from fogging."

#57

Isadore

5.0

(1)

"Isadore deep winter jacket is amazing quality."

#58

Rabbit

5.0

(1)

"My absolute favorite piece of winter running gear is my Rabbit cocoon pullover. It is so cozy and warm."

#59

Meindl

5.0

(1)

"I have had great luck with Meindl boots, no chafing (14 hour hike on the 2nd day of use) and they seem very durable."

#60

Hoka

5.0

(1)

"For shoes, I like Hoka Bondis."

#61

Airhole

5.0

(1)

"A high quality balaclava like this airhole goes a long way."

#62

Castelli

5.0

(1)

"Castelli Alpha Ros 2 jacket."

#63

Kamik

5.0

(1)

"Favorite boots are the Kamik ones, very easy to get on and off and made in Canada."

#64

Duluth

5.0

(1)

"Duluth makes some super nice wind/rain proof jackets that are warm as fuck."

#65

Teva

5.0

(1)

"I had a pair of Teva lightweight GoreTex boots."

#66

Giordana

5.0

(1)

"I prefer this one to my outdoor research balaclava as the Giordana is more breathable yet keeps you warm."

#67

Lands End

5.0

(1)

"I swear by Lands End Full Length Down Coat."

#68

Lululemon

5.0

(1)

"For super cold temps (teens F and below) I have a down for it all jacket from lululemon that’s nice and warm without being too heavy."

#69

Skookumbrand

5.0

(1)

"I like Skookumbrand Anoraks for my jacket. Amazing company, amazing products."

#70

Next Adventure

5.0

(1)

"Check out Next Adventure. The whole bottom level is used gear, and they have kids clothes, winter gear, boots and shoes."

#71

Scheels

5.0

(1)

"Anything that scheels sells is good."

#72

Insulated Overalls

5.0

(1)

"I had a pair of insulated overalls not super thick like a snowmobile suit just a thin layer of pleated insulation."

#73

Down Coat

5.0

(1)

"A good down coat or jacket. Warm boots."

#74

Interknit

5.0

(1)

"My favourite is a wool jumper from https://interknit.com.au"

#75

Chilly Dogs

5.0

(1)

"There’s also a Canadian brand called chilly dogs that makes warm coats"

#76

Lands' End

5.0

(1)

"Lands' End (up to 3X) is my go-to for winter gear."

#77

Costco

5.0

(1)

"In my experience the Costco snow suits are A+ for the price."

#78

LL Bean

5.0

(1)

"For boots, I have the LL Bean shearling-lined duck boots, the ones made in Maine."

#79

Rainkoat

5.0

(1)

"Rainkoat do some great ones www.rainkoat.com.au"

#80

Lightheart Gear

5.0

(1)

"Lightheart Gear rain jacket + Senchi Alpha Direct hoodie."

#81

Schnee’s

5.0

(1)

"Boots: Schnee’s or Hoffman PAC boots."

#82

Therm-a-Rest

5.0

(1)

"Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping Pad - I bought the regular size."

#83

Manitobah

5.0

(1)

"For boots, manitobah mukluks make the best."

#84

Manitoba

5.0

(1)

"Manitoba mukluks is the only winter boots that keeps my feet warm."

#85

Oiselle

5.0

(1)

"Anything merino wool! I have several tops from Oiselle that have lasted for years."

#86

Clam

5.0

(1)

"I get by all winter with just a short sleeve tshirt under plus they block the wind well."

#87

Pajar

5.0

(1)

"My Pajar Heritage line shearling boots have lasted 15 years of Canadian winters."

#88

Ororo

5.0

(1)

"Ororo has heated jackets and vests which I love."

#89

RAB

5.0

(1)

"Upgraded my puffy jacket, after ages with the same synthetic, to a RAB Electron Pro."

#90

Feathered Friends

5.0

(1)

"Feathered Friends Eider EX sleeping bag for me."

#91

US Military

5.0

(1)

"The US military layers from the ECWCS gen III."

#92

Mountain Equipment

5.0

(1)

"I have the Chamois trouser by Mountain Equipment and by god they are the most comfortable trouser I have ever owned."

#93

Skida

5.0

(1)

"Skida alpine headbands are my favorite."

#94

Micro Spikes

5.0

(1)

"Micro spikes are the top for me."

#95

Klim

5.0

(1)

"For coats and bibs, look at Klim."

#96

BMW

4.0

(1)

"I then moved to a summer touring set by BMW."

#97

Chrome Industries

4.0

(1)

"My partner who bikes in Portland likes these."

#98

Cat and Jack

4.0

(1)

"Grabbed a set of the snow pants and the 3 in 1 jacket for each kid."

#99

Kuoser

4.0

(1)

"Price wise we like Kuoser jackets (on Amazon)."

#100

Dririder

4.0

(1)

"Dririder Climate Pro V jacket (3 layers, middle one is a rain layer)."

#101

Joe Fresh

4.0

(1)

"I was pretty happy with the boots I got from Joe fresh."

#102

Carhart

4.0

(1)

"Carhart or Helly Hansen."

#103

Velocio

4.0

(1)

"I have a pair from Velocio and one from Garneau."

#104

Spatzwear

4.0

(1)

"Spatzwear or any other neoprene overshoe."

#105

Tradie

4.0

(1)

"Tradie heated vests from a tool shop do well."

#106

Cycling Overshoes

4.0

(1)

"I’ve got cycling overshoes which are a cheap way to waterproof and warm up existing shoes."

#107

Gloves or Mittens

4.0

(1)

"Gloves or mittens with a wind cover, hat or ear muffs, light fleece lined tights for the lower temps."

#108

Hat

4.0

(1)

"Usually a hat that covers ears."

#109

Aquaphor or Vaseline

4.0

(1)

"If it’s windy, I also add aquaphor or Vaseline to my cheeks and most exposed skin."

#110

Thermal Base Layer

4.0

(1)

"Get a good thermal base layer top and bottoms with wool socks."

#111

Wool Socks and Waterproof Boots

4.0

(1)

"Wool socks and waterproof boots are the main essentials."

#112

Tall Winter Boots

4.0

(1)

"A pair of tall utilitarian winter boots are clutch."

#113

Ski Pants

4.0

(1)

"Definitely get him ski pants from like models or Marshall's!"

#114

Winter Shoes and Bar Mitts

4.0

(1)

"Winter shoes and bar mits. I never have to end a ride cause of cold feet or hands."

#115

Gloves with Gore-Tex

4.0

(1)

"New gloves with gore-tex and maybe bark busters/handle bar wind breaker things."

#116

Muff

4.0

(1)

"Get a 'muff'. I use one for hunting."

#117

Winter/Ski Gloves

4.0

(1)

"I wear winter/ski gloves with hand warmers in them."

#118

Zippo

4.0

(1)

"I have heard people like these https://www.zippo.com/pages/zippo-winter-hand-warmers."

#119

Nike

4.0

(1)

"I usually wear Nike trail running pants, a Nike moisture wicking long sleeve shirt."

#120

CAMP

4.0

(1)

"I have CAMP Stalkers and they’ve been excellent."

#121

Target

4.0

(1)

"I did like the target bibs because you could lengthen them if they had a growth spurt in the middle of winter."

#122

Tree Grandpa

4.0

(1)

"I got them "tree grandpa" rubber boots off amazon."

#123

Mushers

4.0

(1)

"Get a tub of mushers to run on their feet and that’ll help a lot."

#124

McKinley

4.0

(1)

"I have a stack of McKinley merino base layers from SportChek. Not too expensive, but very warm."

#125

Sierra Trading Post

4.0

(1)

"I got some great top-of-the-line long underwear there at 1/3 the price."

#126

Under Armour

4.0

(1)

"I've got some under armour IR base layer gear that works better than the 4.0."

#127

Paramo

4.0

(1)

"For UK conditions look at Paramo gear. Expensive but worth it."

#128

Head

4.0

(1)

"I’ve had good luck with the insulated Head-brand winter gloves sold at Costco."

#129

Fleet Farm

4.0

(1)

"Surprised no one has mentioned this yet but fleet farm usually has a large winter gear selection"

#130

REI

4.0

(1)

"A pair of light weight and breathable REI rain pants."

#131

Under Armor

4.0

(1)

"Thermal undershirts and pants. Basically a thin layer of something like Under Armor."

#132

Marks Work Warehouse

4.0

(1)

"Marks work warehouse has great winter items."

#133

Garbage Mitts

4.0

(1)

"CAA also has garbage mitts (different styles) so if you have a CAA membership, you can get them at a discount."

#134

Xtratufs

4.0

(1)

"Xtratuffs are expensive, but worth it."

#135

Moosejaw

4.0

(1)

"Moosejaw is great. Very extensive sale on winter gear right now on their website."

#136

Arc'Teryx

4.0

(1)

"I like Arc'Teryx jackets, but they are pricy."

#137

Cabela's

4.0

(1)

"I use Cabela's goretex bibs and coat."

#138

Voyagers K9 Apparel

4.0

(1)

"Voyagers K9 apparel makes great coats."

#139

Kmart

4.0

(1)

"Cheap legging (Kmart) can be used as thermals for the kids."

#140

Baffin

4.0

(1)

"I like Baffin."

#141

Yak Trax

4.0

(1)

"If it's icy then yak Trax help."

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