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Elevate Your Winter Hiking Experience: A Guide to Cold Weather Gear for Adventurous Women

Greetings, fearless adventurers! Winter hiking in the UK demands not only courage but also the right gear to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable. At Adventure Love Gear, we understand the importance of choosing the perfect hiking ensemble for women. Let's dive into our expert recommendations to ensure you're prepared for the chilly trails that await.


1. Layering

Start with a moisture-wicking base layer to keep sweat away from the skin. Merino wool or synthetic materials work well. Add an insulating layer to trap heat. This could be a fleece or down jacket.. Wear a waterproof and windproof outer layer to protect against rain, snow, and wind.


1.1 Layering Mastery -Base Layer


DANISH ENDURANCE Thermal Long Sleeve Tops Women, Thermal Vests for Women, Base Layer Underwear Tops, Winter Thermals
DANISH ENDURANCE

  • Technical Details: Made from 80% Wool (Merino) and 20% Polyamide. Itch-free, antibacterial, and breathable merino wool blend with flat seams and no neck tags to avoid irritations. Temperature controlling and moisture-wicking properties to avoid odour and keep you fresh and dry.

  • Reason to Choose:  Developed and tested with endurance athletes to ensure the highest standards of performance and material endurance

  • Price: £50

1.2 Insulating Brilliance


VERSATILE - Boasting versatility, practicality and style in abundance, this lightweight Berghaus fleece for women is perfect for wearing underneath an outer shell jacket, or on its own as a casual piece
Berghaus Women's Hartsop
  • Technical Details: Warm and lightweight fleece construction, ideal for cold weather layering. Constructed with Micro fleece, made from recycled water bottles, this women's fleece jacket efficiently traps heat whilst remaining breathable. It is also pill resistant and durable

  • Reason to Choose: The raglan sleeve design on this womens Berghaus fleece allows for a greater freedom of movement than a traditional, more structured set in sleeve offers.

  • Price: £37


1.3 Outer Layer


Waterproof and breathable Isotex 10000 recycled 100% polyester stretch fabric. Recycled fabric made from approximately 9 plastic bottles (500ml size). Breathability rating 10,000g/m2/24 hours
Regatta Highton Stretch
  • Technical Mastery: Waterproof and breathable Isotex 10000 recycled 100% polyester stretch fabric. Recycled fabric made from approximately 9 plastic bottles (500ml size). Breathability rating 10,000g/m2/24 hours.

  • Reason to Choose: Durable water repellent finish. Taped seams. Thermoguard insulation.

  • Price:£43


2. Pants for Every Trail


Completely waterproof thanks to our high-TEC PU coating, hydrostatic head 10,000 mm, with welded inner seams Breathable material (10,000 g/m²/24 h) with additional ventilation zips Practical hook at the leg end to fix the trousers to the hiking shoes, high waste waist with elastic waistband, adjust perfectly via Velcro fasteners Two side pockets with waterproof zips, one front pocket with waterproof zip on the thigh, one concealed back pocket with zip Zips on the calf for wide adjustment
Höhenhorn Berninna

  • Technical Details: Completely waterproof thanks to our high-TEC PU coating, hydrostatic head 10,000 mm.Breathable material (10,000 g/m²/24 h)

  • Reason to Choose: Practical hook at the leg end to fix the trousers to the hiking shoes, high waste waist with elastic waistband, adjust perfectly via Velcro fasteners.

  • Price: £93


3. Headwear Choices for Every Gust


ONE SIZE: A stretchy, one-size-fits-all design that comfortably adapts to most adult head sizes, ranging from 55-61cm (21.5-24 inches) in circumference OPTIMAL COMFORT: Crafted from thermal, lightweight Merino wool and certified recycled materials to keep you warm and ensure a soft, itch-free feel. Sweat-wicking to keep you comfortable. Ideal for autumn and winter
DANISH ENDURANCE Beanie Hat
  • Technical Details: Crafted from thermal, lightweight Merino wool and certified recycled materials to keep you warm and ensure a soft, itch-free feel. Sweat-wicking to keep you comfortable. Ideal for autumn and winter. Made from 55% wool (Merino) and 45% polyester (Recycled). OEKO-TEX standard 100 certified and free from harmful substances.

  • Reason to Choose: Designed for optimal comfort, these beanies ensure warmth and coziness in all temperatures.

  • Price: £25

4. Gloves to Keep You Cozy


YHomU Women Ski Gloves, full Finger Winter Gloves Freezer Warm Women Ski Gloves Anti-Slip Waterproof Lightweight Touch Screen Palm Protection Gloves Protective Cold Weather Gloves for Skiing
YHomU Women Ski Gloves

  • Technical Details: Made from three layers of cotton fleece cold-proof material, our thermal women gloves are your considerate companion in the cold months. With the high-density waterproof outside lining, thickened polyester wadding and wool fabric lining, the gloves ensure excellent heat retention and breathability, keeping your hands warm and comfortable

  • Reason to Choose: They have allow for a lot of flexibility and hand movement whilst still staying snug on your hand.

  • Price: £12

5. Footwear for Every Trail


The Moab 3 Mid GTX features a GORE-TEX® waterproof membrane to keep your feet dry while still allowing your feet to breathe, a new more supportive insole, a softer more cushioned midsole, and a best-in-class Vibram® outsole. Our newest generation is the most environmentally friendly Moab ever, utilizing recycled materials in construction.
Women's Moab 3 Mid GORE-TEX®
  • Technical Details: The Moab 3 Mid GTX features a GORE-TEX® waterproof membrane to keep your feet dry while still allowing your feet to breathe, a new more supportive insole, a softer more cushioned midsole, and a best-in-class Vibram® outsole.

  • Reason to Choose: For over 15 years, the Merrell® Moab has been the choice of hikers when a choice needs to be made, making it the bestselling hiker in the world. Famous for its out-of-the-box comfort, durability and all-purpose versatility, its predecessors have enabled 25 million people to step further outdoors.

  • Price: £90-150


6. Socks for Happy Feet


Designed for all year trekking and backpacking WoolFusion technology Double cuff and half terry loop construction Fibre Content: 44% enduro wool, 38% nylon, 17% endurofil and 1% lycra
Bridgedale Woolfusion
  • Technical Details: 44% enduro wool, 38% nylon, 17% endurofil and 1% lycra. Bridgedale Wool Fusion technology brings Enduro Wool together with technical fibres to provide balanced insulation, moisture wicking and durability.

  • Reason to Choose:  Wool Fusion delivers a high performance, comfortable, yet hard wearing sock with thermal and moisture control properties. It is the ideal choice for those enthusiasts who walk, climb and expedition in the high places of this planet.

  • Price: £25


No7. Gaiters for Extra Protection



The Rab Gaiters are designed for the serious female hiker.   They are made from 70D 2L Nylon Ripstop Main Fabric with DWR, keeping your feet comfortable even during strenuous hikes.   These gaiters are built to withstand harsh weather conditions and are particularly suitable for mountain and alpine hiking in the UK.  200D Nylon Reinforced Ankle   Minimised Seam Construction  Zipless Hook and Loop Front Closure  TPU Underfoot Strap
Rab Women's Gaiter

  • Technical Details:  70D 2L Nylon Ripstop Main Fabric with DWR

  • Reason to Choose: These Women’s Rab Gaiters are ideal to protect your walking trouser lower legs and keeping moisture out of your boots on boggy terrain. Remember if your trousers get wet that will make its way into your boots over time.

  • Price: £45

Conclusion

As the winter winds whisper through the trees and the snow crunches beneath your boots, let this guide be a reminder that with the right gear, every step becomes a triumph and every frosty breath a celebration of your adventurous spirit. Here's to embracing the magic of winter hiking and creating stories that will be told around the fireplace for years to come.

Happy trails!

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