Thanks for watching! If you want more details about all of the gear I mention in this video along with links to how you can find all of this gear online, check out my 2024 Winter Hiking Gear List lighterpack.com/r/20b9ge
Winter hiking is my favorite time to hike. I hate hot sweaty hikes and can’t stand the bugs. When it snows or the drops under 20 I’m out there for sure. I get excited like a kid when it was a snow day.
Lady, you might have saved my life. Randomly watching a snippet of one of your solo hiking videos on a friend's phone last week made me prepare better. So glad I've found the channel again. Long story short, I'm a permanent subscriber starting today.
Wow! So glad you were able to find my video helpful. I'm curious, what about the video you watched helped you better prepare for your own hike? Also, thanks for subscribing. Happy to have you here!
I think winter hiking trips would be a blast. My only concern, I've been a juvenile diabetic since I was a kid and although I'm ok and love hiking, it's a matter of a comfortable hiking shoe that also keeps my feet warm enough and keeping insulin from freezing. There's even a guy who climbed Everest with an insulin pump which is what I have but super cold weather, If just be worried about insulin. Cold is good. Freezing isn't. Love your channel. Loads of useful info.
The Fayettechill hoodies are great for those of us who don't have Melly's. The Mountain Hardwear Summit Grid hoodies/tunics are also great alternatives. The zipper version adds weight, but makes venting easy for a variety of conditions.
100% agree! I discovered the Fayettechill fleece hoodies because I was looking for a Melly alternative. The Melly's are almost impossible to get ahold of, unless you're in Leadville, Colorado. I also have the Mountain Hardware Summit Grid fleece hoodie (in purple) and love that one too!! Sadly, I don't think Mountain Hardware makes the Summit Grid Fleece in a tunic/dress anymore. :(
@@TheHungryHiker Maybe look at "Freedom Industries" (Learned about from @BadBatHikes). Their men's grid hoodie turned out to be a tunic length for even a tall guy like me.
Awesome video! It’s amazing that you can fit all of that in that 25L pack! I carry a 34L daypack and feel like I can barely cram all of my winter gear into it. Also, you’re starting to sell me on a trekking pole tent. Being able to carry that as your emergency shelter (especially on winter hikes) is amazing!
This one of the reasons why I love the over-the-top closer system with the vertical zipper on this pack. It makes loading up the pack and getting to the gear inside so much easier, especially when you have to do a heavier gear carry during the winter. I also never thought I could see myself as a trekking pole tent user, but I've been convinced now that I have experience myself with seeing just how easy they are to set up, especially GG's The One Tent. I'm also loving the weight and space savings as well with this tent.
How did you know!!! You're a mind reader. I'm in the market for a different day hiking shelter system (good old bivy). I've been looking at lightweight tarp options, but I don't love that they're not fully enclosed and still expensive... I'm not ready for backpacking with a treking pole tent, but maybe... for day hikes. 🤔
I didn't think I was ready to make the switch from freestanding tents to trekking pole tents either. Then I test a couple trekking pole tents out and I'm finally starting to see what the hype's all about. Try one out for a day hike and once you get comfortable with it, you might be motivate to try out a trekking pole tent for a backpacking trip. You never know! ;)
Your winter gear review nicely reveals the minor changes needed to comfortably hike in winter. I admit to being a little jealous of your fleece skirt. Are you sticking with Nalgene bottles because of the bourgeoning microplastics reports? I'm returning to Nalgene and Cnoc for now, and waiting for the full science-based reviews before using any lighter-weight plastic items. Also, batteries do not drain in the cold, they simply slow down the chemical reaction that delivers the power. The charge returns once the batteries are warmed, that's why electronics keep operating nicely in a pocket on your body.
I use Nalgene bottles for water storage during the winter for two reasons: 1) the water inside is less likely to freeze when I use a neoprene sleeve and store them upside down in my pack and 2), I have the option of adding hot water to a Nalgene bottle if I need to because they can withstand the heat. Once the weather warms up, I'll switch back to my collapsible CNOC bottle that will sit on my shoulder strap. Also, thank you for explaining to me AGAIN how batteries work. I saw this same explanation in your previous comment on one of my other videos.
@@TheHungryHiker Thanks for the great reasons for using Nalgene, I didn't know about being less likely to freeze! Yeah, sorry about being a battery pest, I'm on a quest to halt the panic around "draining" power that I get asked multiple times a week at my job.
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@@memathews Thank you! It's quite a big style change and I'm loving it. I think this change would have been hard to NOT notice. Thanks for the compliment!! :)
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Thanks for watching! If you want more details about all of the gear I mention in this video along with links to how you can find all of this gear online, check out my 2024 Winter Hiking Gear List lighterpack.com/r/20b9ge
Excellent idea to have warm drink with you. In an emergency situation having something already warmed could literally be life saving.
Absolutely! Plus, having a warm, 11th Essential makes winter hiking so much more fun and enjoyable, especially when it's really cold out.
I usually take a packet of jello to drink hot.
Warm? Hot tea in a thermos is a must . At least here in Siberia .
Winter hiking is my favorite time to hike. I hate hot sweaty hikes and can’t stand the bugs. When it snows or the drops under 20 I’m out there for sure. I get excited like a kid when it was a snow day.
So awesome. I love that!
Lady, you might have saved my life. Randomly watching a snippet of one of your solo hiking videos on a friend's phone last week made me prepare better. So glad I've found the channel again.
Long story short, I'm a permanent subscriber starting today.
Wow! So glad you were able to find my video helpful. I'm curious, what about the video you watched helped you better prepare for your own hike? Also, thanks for subscribing. Happy to have you here!
Fantastic looking gear, so nicely and professionally presented! Love this upload!
Glad you like it!
This was so helpful. Thank you! And the skirt idea is genius!
Glad it was helpful!
I think winter hiking trips would be a blast.
My only concern, I've been a juvenile diabetic since I was a kid and although I'm ok and love hiking, it's a matter of a comfortable hiking shoe that also keeps my feet warm enough and keeping insulin from freezing. There's even a guy who climbed Everest with an insulin pump which is what I have but super cold weather, If just be worried about insulin. Cold is good. Freezing isn't.
Love your channel. Loads of useful info.
Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful!
The Fayettechill hoodies are great for those of us who don't have Melly's. The Mountain Hardwear Summit Grid hoodies/tunics are also great alternatives. The zipper version adds weight, but makes venting easy for a variety of conditions.
100% agree! I discovered the Fayettechill fleece hoodies because I was looking for a Melly alternative. The Melly's are almost impossible to get ahold of, unless you're in Leadville, Colorado. I also have the Mountain Hardware Summit Grid fleece hoodie (in purple) and love that one too!! Sadly, I don't think Mountain Hardware makes the Summit Grid Fleece in a tunic/dress anymore. :(
@@TheHungryHiker Maybe look at "Freedom Industries" (Learned about from @BadBatHikes). Their men's grid hoodie turned out to be a tunic length for even a tall guy like me.
Thanks for all the gear tips.
You're welcome!
Great winter hiking gear on this video
Thank you! Hopefully you found it helpful.
Sunday, March 10th: Thank-you for your tips! Good information. Happy Trails! Ross08
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome video! It’s amazing that you can fit all of that in that 25L pack! I carry a 34L daypack and feel like I can barely cram all of my winter gear into it. Also, you’re starting to sell me on a trekking pole tent. Being able to carry that as your emergency shelter (especially on winter hikes) is amazing!
This one of the reasons why I love the over-the-top closer system with the vertical zipper on this pack. It makes loading up the pack and getting to the gear inside so much easier, especially when you have to do a heavier gear carry during the winter.
I also never thought I could see myself as a trekking pole tent user, but I've been convinced now that I have experience myself with seeing just how easy they are to set up, especially GG's The One Tent. I'm also loving the weight and space savings as well with this tent.
Good to see you!
Thanks!
Very good info! I also get very cold toes, so I will look into those toe covers. Thanks!
Those neoprene toe covers have been one of my most favorite pieces of hiking gear this winter. No cold toes for me this winter out on trail!!
How did you know!!! You're a mind reader. I'm in the market for a different day hiking shelter system (good old bivy). I've been looking at lightweight tarp options, but I don't love that they're not fully enclosed and still expensive... I'm not ready for backpacking with a treking pole tent, but maybe... for day hikes. 🤔
I didn't think I was ready to make the switch from freestanding tents to trekking pole tents either. Then I test a couple trekking pole tents out and I'm finally starting to see what the hype's all about. Try one out for a day hike and once you get comfortable with it, you might be motivate to try out a trekking pole tent for a backpacking trip. You never know! ;)
Thank you for this much needed tips for women to learn how to be an independent hiker 💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾
You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!
Your winter gear review nicely reveals the minor changes needed to comfortably hike in winter. I admit to being a little jealous of your fleece skirt.
Are you sticking with Nalgene bottles because of the bourgeoning microplastics reports? I'm returning to Nalgene and Cnoc for now, and waiting for the full science-based reviews before using any lighter-weight plastic items.
Also, batteries do not drain in the cold, they simply slow down the chemical reaction that delivers the power. The charge returns once the batteries are warmed, that's why electronics keep operating nicely in a pocket on your body.
I use Nalgene bottles for water storage during the winter for two reasons: 1) the water inside is less likely to freeze when I use a neoprene sleeve and store them upside down in my pack and 2), I have the option of adding hot water to a Nalgene bottle if I need to because they can withstand the heat. Once the weather warms up, I'll switch back to my collapsible CNOC bottle that will sit on my shoulder strap.
Also, thank you for explaining to me AGAIN how batteries work. I saw this same explanation in your previous comment on one of my other videos.
@@TheHungryHiker Thanks for the great reasons for using Nalgene, I didn't know about being less likely to freeze! Yeah, sorry about being a battery pest, I'm on a quest to halt the panic around "draining" power that I get asked multiple times a week at my job.
Do you size up on the hiking pants since you wear a base layer?
Yes. If I'm wearing layers underneath, I will size up my pants.
I'd like to learn more about the confident solo female backpacker trips? When is the next one? Is there a charge?
These group trips are only available for students in The Confident Solo Female Backpacker System who have completed at least 85% of the program. If you’re interested in learning more about this program and to see if it’s a good fit for you, click here: thehungryhiker.myclickfunnels.com/tcsfbs-application-yt
Yes, I'm interested. How does it work? I love camping, never been but I went hikking before
If you click on the link provided, you’ll learn all about this program. 😀
Cute hair!
Thank you! 😀
@@TheHungryHiker I didn't want to be "that guy" mentioning your hair, but it's a cool style change and definitely cute!😊
@@memathews Thank you! It's quite a big style change and I'm loving it. I think this change would have been hard to NOT notice. Thanks for the compliment!! :)