Uploaded March 2020 | Updated September 2026, 8 hours ago

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These are the things I bring for a short/longer day hike in the winter in the Northeast. Items for other locations or your preferences may vary. For instance, I don’t cook 😁. My gear is my choice and you can substitute ani items with things in any price point.

Osprey Kresta 40
osprey.com/us/en/product/kresta-40-KRESTA40.html

Dakine Heli Pro 24
dakine.com/products/heli-pro-24l-backpack-womens

Arcteryx Beta AR
arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/womens/beta-ar-jacket

Arcteryx Cerium LT Hoody
arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/womens/cerium-lt-hoody

ThermA Rest Vesper 32 quilt
thermarest.com/quilts-and-blankets/camp-quilts/vesper-32f0c-quilt/vesper-32.html

SOL Escspe Bivy
surviveoutdoorslonger.com/survive-outdoors-longer-escape-bivvy.html

OR Helium Bivy
outdoorresearch.com/us/helium-bivy-269292

Therm A Rest Z-Lite
thermarest.com/sleeping-pads/fast-and-light/z-lite-sol-and-original-z-lite/z-lite.html
thermarest.com/seating/seats/z-seat/z-seat.html

Rothco Military Surplus Wool Gloves
military-clothing.com/Wool-Glove-Liners-Governmentt-Issue.aspx?

REI Minamalist Overmit
rei.com/product/136770/rei-co-op-minimalist-gtx-mittens?

EMS Pinnacle Soft Shell Pants
ems.com/ems-womens-pinnacle-soft-shell-pants/2055056.html