7 Awesome Cold Weather Travel Essentials

Cold weather shouldn’t put a dampener on your travels. By packing the right gear, you can chase adventure wherever your next trip leads. And these cold weather travel essentials are perfect for keeping the heat in while you get out and about…

Gloves

Hestra Tore Glove (US$64)

Keeping your digits cozy is crucial for enjoyable cold-weather travels and Hestra’s Tore Glove does the job admirably. The glove pairs a deerskin leather exterior with a polyester fleece blend lining for warmth, with a ribbed wool and polyamide cuff to help trap heat. Functional and understated, these gloves will stand the test of time in durability and style for years to come.

Boots

Huckberry x Diemme Roccia (US$335)

Crafted exclusively for Huckberry in Italy, the Huckberry x Diemme Roccia Vet Hiking Boot brings classic hiking style and rugged protection to your outdoor travels. A combination of waterproof suede uppers and a rubber mudguard keeps your feet safe from the elements, while the high top height provides support for your ankles so you can tackle the trails with confidence.

Beanie

Patagonia Fisherman’s Rolled Beanie (US$39)

A classic beanie is hard to beat for keeping your noggin warm and Patagonia’s Fisherman’s Rolled Beanie delivers sustainability and classic style in one. The beanie is made from 100% recycled polyester yarn that’s soft and itch-free, while the snug fit will loosen over time for a custom fit.

Midlayer

Snow Peak Flexible DWR Insulated Cardigan (US$140)

Snow Peak’s Flexible DWR Insulated Cardigan deftly balances outdoor performance with Japanese style-savvy aesthetics, creating a piece that keeps the chill at bay around the campfire but looks right at home in the city too. Made with a blend of Primeflex® fabric and bio-based nylon that retains heat, resists water, and provides stretch, the cardigan also features a DWR finish for added protection against wet weather. Additionally, a left chest pocket and two waist pockets provide storage space for small essentials.

Puffer

Proof PowerFill Down Jacket (from US$131)

Packing in warmth on your travels doesn’t mean having to haul around heavy outer layers. PROOF’s PowerFill Down Jacket delivers toasty warmth while packing down into its own stuff sack, creating a lightweight and versatile insulating layer for urban and outdoor use alike. The 650 fill power jacket features a DWR finish, ribbed cuffs to keep heat in, a hem and hood cord lock system for a cozy fit, and zippered pockets to securely store valuables on the go.

Rab Mythic G Down Jacket (US$525)

For ultimate cold weather performance with minimal bulk, look to Rab’s Mythic G Down Jacket. This ultralight jacket offers 1000 fill power goose down and a heat-reflective, body-mapped TILT lining, reducing radiant heat loss by up to 30% without adding additional weight. Sleeve articulation provides freedom of movement, while a part-elasticated hood and cuffs keep the wind out. The jacket also offers a DWR finish, two zippered hand pockets, and a stuff sack for compact storage when not in use.

Shoes

norda 001 Trail Running Sneaker (US$285)

Built with durability and sustainability in mind, the norda 001 Trail Running Sneaker features a proprietary lightweight and abrasion-resistant upper made from woven bio-based Dyneema® and Cordura nylon. Combine this with a custom impact-absorbing midsole and norda and Vibram outsole and you get a tough, comfortable, and dependable trail running shoe that will eat up the miles with ease – but with urban-friendly athletic aesthetics that make this an adaptable shoe for both city streets and outdoor settings.