Once you’ve been bitten by the hiking bug, it’s pretty much impossible to stop, even if you live in cold-weather climates ...

I'm a Travel Writer, and These Are the 13 Things I Never Go Anywhere Without in the Winter — Starting at $7 From snow-ready thermal gear to game-changing tech. Alexandra Domrongchai joins Travel ...

And because people tend to avoid winter hiking — it’s too cold, ice is scary, folks lack the right gear — the trails are generally less crowded ... The Trail Conference keeps a list of essential items ...

Even the lower-priced options on our list are over $400 ... with plenty of livable space and places to hang gear in the entry vestibule. Winter backpacking or mountaineering tents look the ...

From Colorado-crafted skis to Oregon-built boots, here’s your guide to conquering mountain towns with gear that’s actually ...

Master winter backpacking with expert advice from ... She has extensively tested gear for Backpacker Magazine and REI, has been a backpacking instructor with Washington Outdoor Women since 2009.