Bajio Toads ($209)
These shades were not only the most environmentally friendly pick from our 2024 Winter Gear Guide testing, but also cut the glare best, too. Despite their relatively large size, they fit most testers’ faces and stayed put, which was helpful when bending over to pick up luggage or balancing a passport in one hand and a toddler in the other.
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Minus33 Women’s Long-Sleeve Henley ($90)
Testers wore this 100 percent merino henley for days during the review period thanks to its odor-fighting properties, next-to-skin comfort, and good looks. We especially liked the flat seams for carrying heavy packs without chafing.
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Roark Layover Pants Women’s ($95)
These are some of the most versatile pants we tested this year. Not only are they durable, fighting off backcountry branches and beer with equal aplomb, but they offer incredible security, thanks to deep, zippered front pockets, and snap ones at the back. Plus, the mid-rise waist and straight leg fit looked good on a variety of body types.
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Xtratuf Ankle Deck Boot Ice Nylon Six Inch ($175)
If you have someone on your list that prizes comfort and warmth above all else, look no further. These might not be the most stylish boots—depending on one’s fashion sense, of course—but they provide superior grip on wet, icy surfaces and will keep your feet warm in frigid temperatures.
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Backcountry All Around Duffel ($139)
Duffels are often a haphazard mess of gear with little to no organization. That’s not the case here—not only are there numerous mesh pockets throughout for stashing smaller items, there’s even a dry pocket on the end to keep your sweaty and wet gear away from your dry stuff. Genius.
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Rux Waterproof Bag 25L ($150)
Any outdoors-person would be grateful to receive this smart waterproof bag for keeping dry gear dry, or wet gear separated from other items. It has enough structure to pack like a box, according to one of our testers, but carries and looks like a tote.
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