13 Snow Gear Essentials for a Winter Season Up North

It’s snow season in the Northern Hemisphere and we’re ready for it!

With Wild Earth crew heading out in search of powder-filled adventures from Canada to Japan, we thought we’d share our essential winter gear picks to help you get the most out of your overseas trip.

1. OSPREY TRANSPORTER 90L WHEELED DUFFEL

 

 

Easily the best travel bag for winter adventures. The Osprey Transporter Wheeled Duffel 90L Duffel is big enough to fit all your essential snow gear and is weather resistant to withstand the elements. Its HighRoad Chassis' oversized wheels make it easy to roll smoothly over any terrain and will save your back on the way to your destination.

 

2. LED LENSER MH10 RECHARGEABLE 600 LUMEN HEADLAMP

 

 

 

The Ledlenser MH10 is a super lightweight headlamp that packs a punch! Weighing in at 159 grams with a red taillight, colour filters, and a USB 3.0 charging system, this headlamp will ensure your winter adventures stay lit. With a maximum of 600 lumens, it can light the way for up to 150 metres.

 

3. PATAGONIA POWDER TOWN UNISEX BEANIE

 

This cozy and stylish beanie is made with 100% recycled polyester fleece for a soft and itch-free experience. It's quick-drying and features a 3" rib-knit cuff to keep your head warm and your hat in place. Plus, it's topped off with a cheerful pom-pom for fun. Fair Trade Certified sewn.

 

4. THE NORTH FACE 1996 RETRO NUPTSE DOWN JACKET 

 

 

The iconic design of The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket features the famous boxy silhouette, original weather-resistant ripstop fabric, oversize baffles, and a stowable hood for ultimate protection against the elements. The baffles are filled with 700 fill goose down, certified to the Responsible Down Standard and the jacket is ultra-packable, stowing away in its own right-hand pocket.

 

5. RED BULL MAGNETRON SLICK SNOW GOGGLES

 

Upgrade your winter snow gear with the stylish and protective Red Bull Spect Magnetron Goggle! The cylindrical lens with an oversized frame works with a super strong magnetised lens-changing system so you can swiftly and easily change lenses in varying weather conditions. Its lightweight design and anti-fog features mean you'll be ready to take on any winter adventure!

 

6. KLEAN KANTEEN TKPRO 1L THERMAL INSULATED BOTTLE

 

 

The TKPro by Kleen Kanteen is the ultimate combination of feature-rich versatility and streamlined style! It’s 100% plastic-free and made with integrated double-wall stainless steel. Featuring a 280ml cup, 360-degree pour-through functionality, and TK closure internal thread design, this 1-litre thermal insulated bottle is the perfect companion for any winter adventure. Pack some extra weight (736 grams) and enjoy sipping on a steaming hot cuppa whether it’s from a snowy summit, or just at the office.

 

7. MAMMUT TRION NORDWAND 28L ALPINE BACKPACK

The Mammut Trion Nordwand 28 is a versatile and robust backpack from Mammut’s Eiger Extreme Collection. This ultra-light and extremely robust pack is made from high-quality Cordura material and is exceptionally comfortable to wear. Designed with input from top athletes, Dani Arnold, Nico Hojac and Stephan Siegrist, it’s made for performers.

 

8. SEA TO SUMMIT THERMOLITE REACTOR EXTREME SLEEPING LINER

 

 

Stay toasty warm in the Thermolite Reactor Extreme liner. It boosts your sleeping bag's performance by up to 14°C! This super-insulating fabric weighs 399 grams and is lightweight and breathable, so you can enjoy a comfortable night's sleep even when temperatures drop. With its stretchy knit fabric and drawcord hood, this liner is perfect for restless sleepers who need an extra layer of warmth, whether it’s in the wilderness or back at the chalet.

 

9. MAMMUT BARRYVOX AVALANCHE BEACON

 

 

The Barryvox® Avalanche Beacon is designed to make navigation and search guidance simple and intuitive in the moments when it matters most. It has an effective digital search strip width of 70 meters, an easy-to-read display, and shock-proof and break-proof housing, with buttons that can be operated while wearing gloves making it a great choice for alpine adventures like ski-touring, snowboarding and skiing. 

10. SCARPA PHANTOM 6000

 

 

These Scarpa Phantom 6000s are the perfect boot for high-altitude alpine adventures (up to 6,500 meters). Weighing in at 995 grams but worth the weight, they feature three layers including a removable inner boot with a Primaloft® lining, an outside layer with 4mm thermo-insulating EVA and a gaiter to keep snow and debris from getting in. The telltale yellow mark of their Vibram Zero Gravity sole makes this boot is at home with heavy use on rock and ice (they’re also compatible with step-in crampons if you need some extra support).

 

11. RAD GLOVES ASTRO INSULATED UNISEX MITTENS

 

Get ready for the winter season with the all-new Astro Mitt! Featuring luxurious Primaloft insulation, your hands will be toasty warm no matter where your next adventure takes you - be it to the slopes or beyond!

 

12. ARCTERYX RHO LIGHTWEIGHT WOOL NECK GAITER

 

 

This Arcteryx neck gaiter is perfect for keeping toasty on the slopes! Crafted with Merino wool, it is naturally resistant to odour and provides great thermal comfort. Plus, it can be worn in multiple ways - around the neck, as a face covering, headband, or even a toque!

 

13. PATAGONIA BETTER SWEATER 1/4 ZIP FLEECE JACKET 

 

This classic fleece jacket from Patagonia is a no-brainer. With its warm, low-bulk quarter-zip style made of soft, sweater-knit recycled polyester you can wear it from the trails to the town. Fair Trade Certified sewn.

 

Not sure what gear you need for a season in the snow? Chat with our friendly team of Outdoor Gear Specialists in-store or online today and don’t forget to share your adventures with us on Instagram by tagging @wildearthaustralia and #mywildearth in your next post.

 

About the contributor:

Lauren Clark is the social media manager for Wild Earth. An obsessive gram counter who's always on the hunt for the lightest and most compact gear for hiking and travel. You'll find her overseas in one country or another attempting digital nomad life. When she's not working she's taking in as much culture as she can, eating all of the foods, hiking all of the trails and trying to find people to belay for her. Follow her adventures on Instagram.