Renegade ICE - Stay Warm While Winter Hiking

A winter hike can be just as rewarding and exhilarating as a trek through the woods at any time of the year. That is.. provided you’re prepared to deal with the elements and can embrace your sense of adventure. If you’re tired of staying inside all winter long and are ready to embrace the cold on a winter hike, layer up, stayed fueled and hydrated and KEEP YOUR EXTREMITIES WARM!

Cold weather conditions will cause your body to burn more calories in an effort to stay warm, so it is important to keep yourself fueled up while out on the trail. Be sure to have a good meal before setting out on your hike and bring a few snacks along for the trip as well. Energy bars, trail mix, and cookies are relatively lightweight but are also packed with calories, which makes them excellent options for a quick snack while on the go. Staying hydrated is another key to staying warm so be sure to drink plenty of water. The colder temperatures you’ll experience on a winter hike will trick you into thinking you’re not expelling as much moisture, but the fact is your body can dehydrate quickly without you even realizing it. Always bring water with you on your hike either in an insulated bottle or a hydration reservoir that is stored inside your pack to help prevent freezing. Warm beverages, such as coffee or hot cocoa, are excellent options for winter hiking, too.

A good pair of winter hiking boots is essential for keeping your feet warm.

Generate extra body heat by staying on the move. If you need to stop, find a sheltered place out of the wind and don an outer layer to keep from getting chilled. You’ll need a good pair of winter hiking boots as well and its tough to beat the Lowa Renegade EVO Ice.

* Product review of the LOWA Renegade GTX Evo ICE written by Step Outside.