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Top Winter Gear Picks with Sierra Trading Post
We have been living in New England for just over 4 years, and we are still acclimating to the Winter Weather Season. It’s vastly different from life in the South. It is not uncommon for the area we live in to see snow as early as October, or as late as April. Once the snow begins to fall and accumulate, it tends to stick around for most of the winter. Kids are in school from September through June, so it’s important to make sure that they have the appropriate clothing for a variety of weather conditions.
When we first moved here, we were VERY unprepared for the winter weather season. We had ask what winter weather gear do kids need? We made the mistake of asking in December, after that years first big snowfall. By that point, most stores in the area only had a few miscellaneous items and sizes remaining. We learned our lesson, and now we have our kids try on their gear from the previous season in the fall, so we can order any needed items well in advance. We’re fortunate that our boys are close in age, so they can pass things down, but sometimes items are worn and aren’t able to be handed down, and the oldest always needs a larger size. With three kids to buy for, that can get expensive really quickly, so I like to shop at Sierra Trading Post. Sierra Trading post offers big savings through closeouts, overstocked items, and products with minor blemishes or irregularities, and the savings can really add up! Sierra Trading Post offers winter wear from brands like The North Face, Marmot, Columbia, and Marker, all at discounted prices, and has been around for over 30 years!
When determining what Winter Weather Gear you should buy for your kids, you need to determine when and how they’ll be using the gear. Our kids need snow boots, snow pants, heavy coat, boys jacket, gloves, scarf, gloves, and perhaps earmuffs. They have to wait for the bus, play at recess, play outside at home, and maybe for outdoor sports. The schools all have Ski Club where they can go ski once a week, and many students like to visit the resorts on the weekends too! Sometimes people from other areas ask about the recess policy, and in our school district, this is it:
Weather Conditions Students should come prepared to play outdoors when:
- Temperatures are 20° or above with consideration given to wind chill factor
- Light precipitation (e.g., snow flurries, drizzle)
- Snow on the ground, depending upon how different play areas are affected
- Students can use the field for snow play if they have the appropriate attire (snow pants, boots, mittens, hat, jacket)
Parents, you won’t want to forget gear for yourself either. Parents need similar gear, because aside from the “fun” snow activities, you’ll also need to shovel your walkways, clear the snow from your vehicle, etc. When you wake up to find a foot (or more!) of snow in the morning, you’ll appreciate a warm pair of Men’s Snow Pants to keep your legs dry as you shovel!
Sierra Trading Post FREE SHIPPING CODE:
- Free shipping on orders of $75+ with code ALWARMTH6
- Offer Available: 11/13-11/30
- 98% of all orders ship within one business day
- 13.5 seconds is the average time it takes you to reach a real, live person in their Wyoming-based customer service department, should you need to contact them!
- Disclaimers or Restrictions: Valid within the 48 contiguous U.S. states only (excludes AK, HI, offshore U.S. territories and possessions, international, and APO/FPO addresses). Orders shipped via UPS Ground. Not valid on oversized items or orders or items with special shipping charges. Gift card purchase does not apply to minimum purchase.
Entry Requirements: US ONLY, 18 years and older, Giveaway runs from 11-13 to 11-27, 2016 11:59 PM EST.
samantha penrod says
I would want the Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Q for women. It looks stylish and warm. I also love the colors it comes in.
Karen says
We have many ski resorts here in New Hampshire too, and it’s SO important to bring a quality coat to keep you warm on the slopes! I hope you have a great time. Stay safe & warm out there!
Karen says
I agree! It’s COLD here in New Hampshire too, and the bulk factor is so important. It’s hard to drive with a huge bulky coat, but you have to wear a winter coat or you’ll freeze. It’s so awesome to find a coat that can keep you warm and still be able to move around 🙂
Karen says
Good Luck to you, sometimes we need ski pants just to clear our driveway, haha! Stay warm 🙂
Karen says
It would definitely keep you warm!
Karen says
We have many ski resorts here in New Hampshire, I think this would look great on any of the slopes 🙂
Karen says
We enjoy camping too, I think that would be a great choice to take with you!
Karen says
Two of my boys have Carhartt coats and really love them!
Karen says
That looks like a great choice, North Face is a great brand! 🙂
Karen says
That looks like a great choice, it gets REALLY cold here so warmth is important, but bulky can be annoying 🙂
Karen says
That looks like a great choice 🙂
Lisa Garland says
I’m loving the Under Armour cold gear infrared sienna jacket 3-in-1! I like the cold gear because it absorbs and retains body heat.
Tanya Guthrie says
My favorite is http://www.sierratradingpost.com/the-north-face-fuseform-dot-matrix-jacket-insulated-for-women~p~112rd/?filterString=womens-jackets-and-coats~d~261%2Fsizefamily~general!l%2Fspecdataor~features!insulated%2Cwindproof%2Cdown%2Fwomens-winter-coats-and-jackets~d~673%2Fcolorfamily~black%2F&colorFamily=04
the fact that it has low-bulk synthetic insulation provides warmth even when wet is a big plus for me! Plus I have red hair so all the pinks/oranges don’t work for me.
rebecca day says
I like the The North Face ThermoBall® Jacket – Insulated (For Women)
Daniel M says
Carhartt Sandstone Sierra Jacket – Sherpa Pile Lining (For Men)
Cheryl Everitt says
I love the Under Armour UA Gunpowder Jacket – Waterproof, Insulated (For Women). We go hunting and camping a lot. This jacket would be ideal.
Heather B says
I really like the Bogner Demi-T Ski Jacket – Waterproof, Insulated (For Women). Looks like it could keep me warm and look good at the same time and not be overly puffy!
Hassan RH says
I live in Canada, and I can’t think of a better jacket than this one
Robin Bouza says
I like the the Marker High Line Gore-Tex® Ski Pants. I’ve got a coat that I like so I’m looking for the pants. I know there’s probably 300 other things I’d love to have, but who has the time. LOL! Thanks for the opportunity to hopefully win this.
Have a great day!
Diane Bailey says
I love the KJUS FRX Pro Ski Jacket – Waterproof, Windproof (For Women) in Powder Blue. I live in Michigan and it can get VERY COLD in the winter. I need a very warm coat that does not add bulk and is waterproof for the days when the snow is very wet coming down.
Stacy Giacosa-Bauer says
I love the Jack Wolfskin Blandford Jacket! We are going skiing in Colorado and this jacket has everything I need to stay cozy and warm! I love that it has Stormlock fleece, wind and moisture-resistant, has a Drawstring hood, Two-way zip front with inner storm flap
Zip chest and handwarmer pockets, Inner fleece cuffs to seal in warmth & Extended length and dropped back hem for full coverage! WOW, this jacket has everything! Thank You for this Fabulous Giveaway!
heather w says
I love the The North Face ThermoBall® Jacket for women because I know this company makes quality products!
Jenn H says
I would love the Lole Emeline Down Jacket! it looks incredibly comfy and warm! I havent had a down jacket in ages!
Karen Deva says
I like the Marmot Laura Down Coat. It is extremely warm and I like the longer length that would cover my rear adequately. I hate to be cold! I also like that the hood detaches, which makes for easier washing.
barbg says
Well I must say I absolutely would love to win this awesome giveaway! I instead, went to their kitchen items they have a lot of goodies. I would go for a whole bunch of the caravan tea towels and the honeycomb napkins or tea towels. I would get all new lines for my kitchen and more.
laura bernard says
I would get my husband a north face jacket! He hikes the appalachian trail often and some warm new gear would be great!!!
laura bernard says
I would get my husband a north face jacket! He hikes the appalachian trail often and some warm new gear would be great~
Barbara Riffe says
Under Armour – Gun powder jacket.
Amanda Alvarado says
I like the Marmot Laura Down Coat – 700 Fill Power. Wedon’t get too cold so this one should work!
Nora-Adrienne Deret says
I’m going to be 100% honest. I went through five different categories of coats and jackets and didn’t see one coat that would do the job my Lands End Arctic Parka doesn’t do better (warm down to -30). I’m still entering though since I have have 10 grandkids and I’m sure one of them will find something useful.
Keri justice says
I love the The North Face Miss Metro Down Parka! It is fashionable and functionable too! I could totally see myself wearing it.