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Hiking Winter Equipment

The winter equipment category includes our suggestions for the best products within each category of equipment for snowy and/or icy trails, meaning crampons, gaiters, ice axes and snowshoes. Proper winter hiking equipment will help you to stay safe and perform better on slippery trails. If you are looking for winter clothing, check out the clothing category instead.

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The Best Snowshoes for Hiking in 2022

updated on February 9, 2022

When trails and mountains are covered with snow, hiking becomes more challenging and requires additional gear and skills. Trudging through soft knee-deep snow is very…

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MSR Lightening Ascent snowshoes

The Best Ice Axes for Hiking and General Mountaineering in 2022

updated on January 13, 2022

Hiking becomes difficult in winter when the trails are covered with snow and ice. To hike on icy and snowy trails safely, you will need…

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Petzl Summit Evo Ice Axe

The Best Gaiters for Hiking in 2022

updated on May 24, 2022

Although hiking in snowy conditions is not easy, it can be an unforgettable experience to wander around an amazing snow-covered landscape. To be comfortable and…

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Outdoor Research Crocodile

The Best Crampons (C1) of 2022

updated on January 6, 2022

Hiking becomes much more difficult in winter when the trails are covered with the snow – but not necessarily less enjoyable! To safely and comfortably…

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Petzl Leopard FL

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