Winter Gear Guide to High Peaks Hiking | 2024 | Adirondack Winter 46'er

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[@soaroutdoors]

Great video, especially the layering tips. I would recommend this video to anyone getting into winter hiking. Some other recommendations if I may: - Eddie Bauer has merino base layers on sale - I believe Jonathan meant he doesn’t recommend a puffy less than 650fill, not 350 - Oboz Bridger is a great insulated boot but has a traditional/ narrow toe box. Merrell Moab Speed Thermo Mid offers more splay - Back up water. Besides 2x insulated bottles outside your pack, carry another inside your pack. I like a bigger 2L insulated bottle. Also don’t rely on finding unfrozen water to filter. Have a way to boil more - Med Kit. In WFA class I learned to keep extra electrolytes in my med kit in case you use up your supply or encounter another hiker in need. Bonking in winter can turn into a life/ death situation - Battery Banks. Keep ‘em warm and dry - Highly recommend a SAT messenger or PLB - Sit Pads are easily overlooked. Besides a small seat version, a full sized closed cell or even a high R-rated inflatable pad would increase your chances of survival during an emergency Packs- At least 30L. Molle webbing on the front is a bonus in case snowshoes need to be strapped up and carried. Osprey Kyte (f) and Osprey Kestrel (m) Be safe, be prepared, enjoy the winter season everyone🥾🏔️❄️

[@JonathanZaharek]

Great extra tips! I have pinned your comment so that people can see this. Only had so much time to put stuff in a video.

[@soaroutdoors]

Love the updated version

[@pgreenx]

The mountaineer In Keene is also a great store to buy everything

[@Thatslikefortoddles3789]

Ya I used to go there to get patches

[@roninxix4428]

I used to go hiking when living in Buffalo, I moved to Houston 2 years ago and I miss going to the Adirondacks. I am seriously considering on returning, and hiking in the Adirondacks is a big reason.

[@ckjr444]

Great video Hannibal NY here 62 years young hike tug Hill area been on top of whiteface many years ago in car be safe kid.

[@brianog5267]

Dude I even like watching you sell me stuff…. You’ve got a great presence…thorough and entertaining.. and sincere

[@brianyoungberg8750]

Great point on gear selection, but the most important point you made was know the summit weather! Great channel.

[@GenX_outdoors]

Great video!

[@peterhedglon4915]

So glad you are back!!!

[@aalove2010]

Jonathan, would love a vid on backcountry ski setups for the HP. Thanks for sharing.

[@JonathanZaharek]

This is actually coming this winter!

[@outintheparkinglot]

Excellent video - thank you for creating this resource.

[@mattrizzo7821]

Awesome video glad you're back!

[@Polarcutter]

Good info 🤙🏽

[@andrewwhelan2816]

Excellent gear list. I've been slowly adding to my winter gear to attempt some winter High Peaks. Thanks!

[@mikestevenson4101]

I was hoping for this exact video - brought down some gear Thursday but it was so warm I didn't get to try anything out. Thanks for the video. I bought the Hiilsound gaiters based on a previous video. Will have to stop by the store next time I am down. Cheers!

[@jdahl523]

Lowa Renegade are my absolute favorite hiking boots.

[@mommy25bunnies]

Fantastic information, thank you! Buuuut, it was hard to understand much of what you said because you talk so fast. Your information is potentially life saving and I would hate to miss, or have anyone else miss, crucial information.

[@derekhand7904]

When I’m hiking I prefer a polyester spandex blend for a base layer they seem to dry a lot faster then merino. 90% of the time I’m winter hiking below tree line I’m just wearing a base layer and rain gear. Every on is a little different so the key is figuring out what works best for you.

[@Valaran1]

Base layers are usually either wool or polyester; polyester does dry faster, but it hangs onto odors and it stinks after use. Wool dries a little slower, but it tends not to smell.

[@marley84]

Great video Can you give me link to those gaiters that you are using You think they are better than Black Diamond Apex gaiters?

[@jaymountain5607]

Do you have a recommendation for an alternative to boots while hiking in high snow? Boots hurt my Achilles and i exclusively wear trail runners. I change out of wet socks and shoes once returning to my car, but generally stay warm with wet feet until then thru exertion.

[@JonathanZaharek]

Check out the La Sportiva Blizzard GTX! It is an awesome winter trail running shoe. I would still totally recommend wearing gaiters with them. Keep in mind they’re not insulated, but they can handle below freezing temperatures.

[@jaymountain5607]

@@JonathanZaharek Thanks for the rec! I'll check them out

[@JonathanZaharek]

@@jaymountain5607 also may want to check out the Arcteryx AERIOS NIVALIS GTX SHOE

[@aaronmusselman7955]

Hoka Anacapa Gore Tex

[@Khemtime]

Wait you can get fined for not having snow shoes?

[@jeffg3895]

Those micro spikes you recommended are not on your website. How do we find them?

[@JonathanZaharek]

I don’t have a gear website. You’ll have to just search them on Google or go to a local retailer

[@jeffg3895]

@@JonathanZaharek Oh sorry. I clicked the link in the description and assumed. I found them on REI. Thanks!

[@finnpeartree1961]

I can’t afford this shi

[@JonathanZaharek]

Eddie Bauer has a a lot of really great entry level winter gear at a great price!

[@soaroutdoors]

You do take a hit financially the first year, but if you take care of your gear it’ll last a long time. Before you know it all you’ll need to spend $ on is food and gas