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Whether you’re skiing, snowboarding, sledding, or even winter hiking, if you don’t have the proper gear, you’re bound to get cold and wet. Our writers have spent hundreds of hours testing gear and researching the right accessories, and we've come up with the best apparel, gear, and accessories for enjoying the snow.
  • The Best Winter Boots

    The Best Winter Boots

    by Eve O'Neill

    After trudging through snow and ice in 29 pairs of boots, we’ve chosen nine that will keep you warm, dry, and stable all winter long.

  • The Best Sleds

    The Best Sleds

    by Doug Mahoney

    From an ultrafast snow tube to a sleek saucer to a classic wooden pull sled, we’ve identified the standout sleds for snow-day fun.

  • The Best Thermal Underwear

    The Best Thermal Underwear

    by Eve O'Neill and Liz Thomas

    We sent 13 testers out to hike, ski, shovel snow, and run, and we found base layers in a variety of styles and fabrics that will keep all types of bodies warm.

  • What to Carry on the Slopes

    What to Carry on the Slopes

    by Christine Ryan

    These are the items Wirecutter staffers carry with them when skiing or snowboarding.

  • The Best Ski Socks

    The Best Ski Socks

    by Colin Rosemont

    We spent 40 hours researching and testing 12 pairs of ski socks, and chose the men’s and women’s Smartwool PhD Ski Light socks as the best for most people.

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