Winter Gear

When the temperature drops and rain, snow, and wind start to howl, you’ll want a winter coat you can trust to keep you warm and dry.

When the temperature drops, your blood flows to your core and away from your extremities, which is why your hands tend to be…

Whether you’re doing some casual snow camping with friends or heading into the mountains…

When winter trails freeze over and parking lots look like ice rinks, a pair of traction devices will offer…

Snowshoeing is one of our all-time favorite winter activities. The trails are less crowded, the air is crisp, and there’s a certain silence you…

Quality matters when it comes to the weather performance of outerwear, especially when conditions are severe.

Most of us hate saying goodbye to our sandals and shorts for the winter season, but there’s something alluring about…

All mountain adventures have one thing in common: cold. Whether you’re summiting snow-covered peaks in the…

Most of us hate saying goodbye to our sandals and shorts for the winter season, but there’s something alluring…

The NEMO Kunai is one of the most versatile 4-season tents on the market with the ability to cover all your needs from backpacking to mountaineering.

Taking your dog for a rainy hike or a jaunt in the snow is incredibly fun and a great way to keep them active during the winter. But…

The Slingfin Crossbow is one of the most spacious and versatile 4-season tents we’ve tested. Multiple setup configurations make it an excellent value that can be used in almost any conditions. The Crossbow is a true 4-season tent, but it’s easier to set up, more compact, and more livable than most others.

Winter camping is a unique experience that creates life-long memories. We love snowshoeing, building camps, and…

When you go into the backcountry during the harshest season of the year, it pays to have the right equipment to keep…

So many ultralight tents save weight by cutting out living space, but that’s not Hyperlite Mountain Gear’s style. The Ultamid 2 Pyramid Tent and Full Mesh Insert come together to make an absolutely ginormous ultralight castle that comfortably shelters two people and their gear.

This past Saturday, CleverHiker was thrilled to attend the first ever ALDHA West Cascade Winter Ruck in Cascade Locks, Oregon. The purpose of the event was to bring together a mix of veteran thru-hikers and aspiring long distance backpackers to swap stories and build community. It was a learning and networking opportunity for backpackers of all levels and CleverHiker was on hand to soak up the weekend’s events and share some tips and techniques. The program included a variety of long-distance backpacking presentations, equipment evaluations, a gear raffle of UL goodies, great food, and cheap handcrafted beers. By all accounts the event was a massive success.