Winter gear guides

Buyer's guides, cold hacks, myth vs fact and layering plans. Written in plain English for Canadian winters. We explain features and general good practice and we never claim hands-on testing.

Buyer's Guide · 5 min readWhat to look for in heated mittensA plain-English checklist for choosing heated mittens: heat zones, battery basics, shell and insulation, fit, safety and care.Read the guide →Buyer's Guide · 4 min read3 features that matter in a rechargeable hand warmerBattery capacity, adjustable heat with safety protection, and charging and build quality: the three things to compare when choosing a rechargeable hand warmer.Read the guide →Layering Plan · 6 min readA head-to-toe layering plan for a cold outdoor shiftA simple head-to-toe layering plan for working or standing outside in the cold: base, insulating and outer layers, plus head, hands, feet and what to carry.Read the guide →Myth vs Fact · 4 min readDoes cotton really make you colder? Layering basicsMyth vs fact: why cotton gets a bad reputation in cold weather, when it's actually fine, and what to wear instead.Read the guide →Cold Hack · 4 min read3 ways to stop your car windshield frosting overnightThree practical ways to keep frost off your windshield overnight: cover it, park smart and cut the moisture inside the car. Plus what not to do.Read the guide →Cold Hack · 4 min readHow to dry wet boots fast without wrecking themHow to dry wet winter boots quickly and safely: what to do first, what helps, what to avoid and how to stop it happening again.Read the guide →