{"id":147459,"date":"2022-02-11T12:51:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-11T20:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/?p=147459"},"modified":"2022-12-13T11:13:37","modified_gmt":"2022-12-13T19:13:37","slug":"everything-you-need-for-snowshoeing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/snowsports\/everything-you-need-for-snowshoeing","title":{"rendered":"The Perfect Kit for Snowshoeing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hike year-round\u2014if you have the right gear. Snowshoes distribute your weight across a larger surface area to keep you from sinking into powder, allowing you to hike well beyond \u201chiking season\u201d if you live somewhere with four seasons. Add in some cold-weather gear that breathes well and break out of hibernation for the best of the fourth season: untouched powder, snowy vistas and empty trails.<\/p>\n

New to snowshoeing? Learn more in our Beginner’s Guide to Snowshoeing<\/a>. And read on for some of our staff\u2019s favorite products for snowshoeing.<\/p>\n

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\"Atlas<\/p>\n

Atlas Helium Trail Snowshoes<\/a><\/h2>\n

True: This pair of snowshoes from Atlas<\/a> costs less than what many winter hiking boots cost on their own, a fact that may delight beginners. Also true: The Helium\u2019s aluminum frame and underfoot crampons make it durable and reliable enough for intermediates to enjoy, too. Plenty of cutouts in the decking keep these snowshoes light, so you can go far, far away. BYO poles. $149.95<\/i><\/p>\n

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\"Merrell<\/p>\n

Merrell Thermo Chill Mid Boots (Women\u2019s<\/a> and Men\u2019s<\/a>)<\/h2>\n

Snow is cold and wet. Protect your tootsies with these burly, waterproof hiking boots from Merrell<\/a>. They have 200 grams of synthetic insulation to seal in warmth and grippy outsoles that offer great traction in slush, so you can use them for regular hiking even when you\u2019re not out \u2019shoeing. $120
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\"Gregory<\/p>\n

Gregory Targhee 32 Snow Pack<\/a><\/h2>\n

Thirty-two liters may seem like a lot for a day hike, but between the additional layers, snacks and water you need in winter<\/a>, you\u2019ll be hauling more than you might anticipate. The Gregory<\/a> Targhee comes equipped with a pocket specific for avalanche tools, plus features like a ski carry system, ice-tool bungees and a helmet sling for all semblance of snow activities, so it should have life beyond your snowshoeing kit. The zippers have glove-friendly hardware to make mid-hike layer changes and water breaks a cinch. $189.95<\/i><\/p>\n

\"Hydro<\/p>\n

Hydro Flask Standard-Mouth Water Bottle with Flex Cap – 24 fl. oz.<\/a><\/h2>\n

Never experience frozen water when you need it again. This .7-liter bottle from Hydro Flask<\/a> uses double-wall vacuum insulation to keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold (but not frozen). This version fits nicely in a bottle holster, so you can grab it without breaking stride, but there are other volume options<\/a> available. And so many colors. $39.95<\/i><\/p>\n

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\"Patagonia<\/p>\n

Patagonia R1 Pullover (Women\u2019s<\/a> and Men\u2019s<\/a>)<\/h2>\n

Patagonia<\/a>\u2019s R1 fleece has been around for 20 years, and the popularity of the original waffle grid speaks for itself. The idea is that it insulates like a true mid layer with synthetic fleece, but sweat vapor can escape through the channels created in the waffle pattern. It\u2019s pretty much perfect for heart-pumping, cold-weather activities like snowshoeing. $139<\/i><\/p>\n

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\"Arc\u2019teryx<\/p>\n

Arc\u2019teryx Atom LT Hoody (Women\u2019s<\/a> and Men\u2019s<\/a>)<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ll start out cold when you\u2019re snowshoeing, but you\u2019ll warm up fast. Pack a compressible insulation layer like the Atom LT from Arc\u2019teryx<\/a>, which tips the scales at barely 12 ounces and squeezes down to cantaloupe size. Worn alone, it delivers just enough weather protection to fend off light snow and wind. $259<\/i><\/p>\n

\"REI<\/p>\n

REI Co-op Polartec Wind Pro Fleece Gloves 2.0<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n

Your hands will warm up fast when snowshoeing, so reach for breathable, liner-style gloves like these from REI Co-op<\/a>. The Polartec Wind Pro offers just<\/em> enough protection from the cold, while a synthetic suede grip helps you bear down on poles. The index finger is also touchscreen-compatible. $44.95<\/i><\/p>\n

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\"Darn<\/p>\n

Darn Tough Hiker Boot Full-Cushion Socks<\/a><\/h2>\n

Warm feet while crunching through the snow means more miles and smiles, so look for a cushioned merino wool sock like this one from Darn Tough<\/a>. (It\u2019s a men\u2019s sock, but this women\u2019s offering<\/a> is similar.) The nylon adds durability, while the Lycra helps it retain its shape after you start sweating or after you launder it a few times. $26<\/i><\/p>\n

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Interested in more staff picks and kits? Find more Trail Mix collections <\/i>here<\/i><\/a>.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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