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The 100 Best Outdoor Products for Winter 2016

Welcome to the first ever Mpora Outdoor 100. This is your complete guide to the 100 best outdoor products available each season.

For this inaugural Winter Edition our team of gear experts, led by Consulting Editor Daniel Neilson, whittled down a shortlist of around 500 products to this, the final selection. The process wasn’t easy. There were many great bits of kit which didn’t make the cut. Which of course means you can be sure that the gear featured here, reviewed in full and shot beautifully on location in Chamonix by Dan Milner, is truly special.

Innovative, well-designed, high on tech and low on weight – these are the products that truly stand out this winter.

Dive In

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Jackets

20

12

Backpacks

12

18

Clothing

18

08

Footwear

08

22

Hardware

22

20

Accessories

20

Jackets

From high fill down outer layers to lightweight running smocks, these are the best jackets this winter.

Adventure Cycling & Cycle Touring

Alpkit Balance Hardshell Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Alpkit Balance Hardshell jacket

Alpkit Balance Hardshell Jacket Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket

Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Berghaus Extrem Ramche Down 2.0 Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Berghaus Extrem Ramche Down 2.0 jacket

Berghaus Extrem Ramche Down 2.0 Jacket Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Berghaus VapourLight Hyper Smock 2.0 Trail Running Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Berghaus VapourLight Hyper Smock 2.0 Trail Running Jacket

Berghaus VapourLight Hyper Smock 2.0 Trail Running Jacket Review
Snowboarding

Burton AK Cyclic 2L Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Burton AK Cyclic 2L jacket

Burton AK Cyclic 2L Jacket Review
Snowboarding

Columbia Women's OutDry Extreme Gold Down Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Columbia Women's OutDry Extreme Gold Down jacket

Columbia Women's OutDry Extreme Gold Down Jacket Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Fjällräven Keb Eco-Shell Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Fjällräven Keb Eco-Shell jacket

Fjällräven Keb Eco-Shell Jacket Review
Skiing

Eider Shaper Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Eider Shaper jacket

Eider Shaper Jacket Review
Surfing

Finisterre Nimbus Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Finisterre Nimbus Jacket

Finisterre Nimbus Jacket Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Marmot Astrum Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Marmot Astrum Jacket

Marmot Astrum Jacket Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Montane Endurance Pro Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Montane Endurance Pro hardshell jacket

Montane Endurance Pro Jacket Review
Rock Climbing, Abseiling & Canyoning

Mountain Equipment Prophet Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Mountain Equipment Prophet jacket

Mountain Equipment Prophet Jacket Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Páramo Velez Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Páramo Velez jacket

Páramo Velez Jacket Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Hooded RS Down Jacket Review

An in-depth review of Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Hooded RS Down Jacket

Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Hooded RS Down Jacket Review
Road Cycling

Páramo Ciclo Light Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Páramo Ciclo light jacket

Páramo Ciclo Light Jacket Review
Snowboarding

Patagonia Untracked Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Patagonia Untracked jacket

Patagonia Untracked Jacket Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Rab Zero G Down Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Rab Zero G down jacket

Rab Zero G Down Jacket Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Rab Alpha Direct Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Rab Alpha Direct jacket

Rab Alpha Direct Jacket Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

The North Face Flight Series Fuse Trail Running Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the The North Face Flight Series Fuse trail running jacket

The North Face Flight Series Fuse Trail Running Jacket Review
Skiing

The North Face FuseForm Brigandine 3L Jacket Review

An in-depth review of The North Face FuseForm Brigandine 3L Jacket

The North Face FuseForm Brigandine 3L Jacket Review

Backpacks

Skiing, hiking, mountaineering, these are the best backpacks for whatever you’re doing this winter.

Adventure Cycling & Cycle Touring

Alpkit Bikepacking Bag Reviews

In-depth reviews of Alpkit's bikepacking bags

Alpkit Bikepacking Bag Reviews
Skiing

Arc'teryx Voltair Avalanche Airbag Review

An in-depth review of the Arc'teryx Voltair Avalanche Airbag

Arc'teryx Voltair Avalanche Airbag Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Berghaus Trailhead 65 Backpack Review

An in-depth review of the Berghaus Trailhead 65 Backpack

Berghaus Trailhead 65 Backpack Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

CamelBak StoAway 100 Hydration Insulation Pack Review

An in-depth review of the CamelBak StoAway 100 Hydration Insulation Pack

CamelBak StoAway 100 Hydration Insulation Pack Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Lowe Alpine AirZone Pro 35:45 Backpack Review

An in-depth review of the Lowe Alpine AirZone Pro 35:45 backpack

Lowe Alpine AirZone Pro 35:45 Backpack Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Millican The Smith Rucksack 25l Review

An in-depth review of the Millican Smith rucksack 25l

Millican The Smith Rucksack 25l Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Mountain Hardwear Scrambler RT 40 OutDry Backpack Review

An in-depth review of the Mountain Hardwear Scrambler RT 40 OutDry backpack

Mountain Hardwear Scrambler RT 40 OutDry Backpack Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

OMM Phantom 25 Trail Running Backpack Review

An in-depth review of the OMM Phantom 25 Trail Running Backpack

OMM Phantom 25 Trail Running Backpack Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Osprey Atmos AG 65 Backpack Review

An in-depth review of the Osprey Atmos AG 65 backpack

Osprey Atmos AG 65 Backpack Review
Skiing

Osprey Kamber 22 Backpack Review

An in-depth review of the Osprey Kamber 22 Backpack Review

Osprey Kamber 22 Backpack Review
Snowboarding

Patagonia SnowDrifter Backpack 30L Review

An in-depth review of the Patagonia SnowDrifter Backpack 30L

Patagonia SnowDrifter Backpack 30L Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Salomon S-Lab Peak 20 Trail Running Backpack Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon S-Lab Peak 20 Trail Running backpack

Salomon S-Lab Peak 20 Trail Running Backpack Review

Clothing

Primino baselayers, lambswool jumpers and cold water surfing wetsuits. It’s all here.

Multi Sport

Alpkit Lotic Open Water Swimming Wetsuit Review

An in-depth review of Alpkit Lotic Open Water Swimming Wetsuit

Alpkit Lotic Open Water Swimming Wetsuit Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Dhu Cashmere Contrast Baselayer Review

An in-depth review of the Dhu Cashmere Contrast baselayer

Dhu Cashmere Contrast Baselayer Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Falke Long Tights Trail Running Leggings Review

An in-depth review of the Falke Long Tights Trail Running Leggings

Falke Long Tights Trail Running Leggings Review
Surfing

Finisterre Nieuwland Wetsuit Review

An in-depth review of the Finisterre Nieuwland Wetsuit.

Finisterre Nieuwland Wetsuit Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Fjällräven Övik Folk Knit Sweater Review

An in-depth review of the Fjällräven Övik Folk Knit sweater

Fjällräven Övik Folk Knit Sweater Review
Style

Hiut Denim The GivR Technical Denim Jeans Review

An in-depth review of the Hiut Denim The GivR Technical Denim jeans

Hiut Denim The GivR Technical Denim Jeans Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Fjällräven Keb Trekking Trousers Review

An in-depth review of the Fjällräven Keb Trekking Trousers

Fjällräven Keb Trekking Trousers Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Marmot Powertherm ½ Zip Midlayer Review

An in-depth review of the Marmot Powertherm ½ Zip Midlayer

Marmot Powertherm ½ Zip Midlayer Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Marmot XT Glove Review

An in-depth review of the Marmot XT Glove

Marmot XT Glove Review
Snowboarding

McNair Mountain Shirt Midlayer Review

An in-depth review of the McNair Mountain Shirt midlayer

McNair Mountain Shirt Midlayer Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Montane Primino Baselayer Review

An in-depth review of the Montane Primino basela

Montane Primino Baselayer Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Mountain Equipment Spectre Trousers Review

In-depth reviews of the Mountain Equipment Spectre trousers

Mountain Equipment Spectre Trousers Review
Snowboarding

Patagonia Capilene Baselayer Review

An in-depth review of Patagonia Capilene Baselayer

Patagonia Capilene Baselayer Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Patagonia Nano-Air Hoody Midlayer Review

An in-depth review of the Patagonia Nano-Air Hoody

Patagonia Nano-Air Hoody Midlayer Review
Snowboarding

Patagonia Untracked Trousers Review

An in-depth review of the Patagonia Untracked Trousers

Patagonia Untracked Trousers Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Rab Power Stretch Pro Glove Review

An in-depth review of the Rab Power Stretch Pro glove

Rab Power Stretch Pro Glove Review
Snowboarding

The North Face FuseForm Brigandine 3L Trousers Review

An in-depth review of The North Face FuseForm Brigandine 3L trousers

The North Face FuseForm Brigandine 3L Trousers Review
Adventure Cycling & Cycle Touring

Rapha Brevet Insulated Gilet Cycling Jacket Review

An in-depth review of the Rapha Brevet Insulated Gilet Cycling Jacket

Rapha Brevet Insulated Gilet Cycling Jacket Review

Footwear

The best boots and shoes for winter, whether you’re hiking, trail-running or just mooching around basecamp.

Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Arc’Teryx Bora2 Mid GTX Hiking Boots Review

An in-depth review of the Arc’Teryx Bora2 Mid GTX

Arc’Teryx Bora2 Mid GTX Hiking Boots Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Hanwag Tatra GTX Hiking Boot Review

An in-depth review of the Hanwag Tatra GTX Hiking Boot

Hanwag Tatra GTX Hiking Boot Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Keen Uneek O2 Sandals Review

An in-depth review of the Keen Uneek O2 Sandals

Keen Uneek O2 Sandals Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Keen Feldberg Hiking Boots Review

An in-depth review of the Keen Feldberg hiking boots

Keen Feldberg Hiking Boots Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Lowa Renegade GTX Women's Mid Hiking Boots Review

An in-depth review of the Lowa Renegade GTX Women's Mid Hiking Boots

Lowa Renegade GTX Women's Mid Hiking Boots Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Salomon S-Lab X Alp Carbon GTX Mountaineering Boots Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon S-Lab X Alp Carbon GTX Mountaineering Boots

Salomon S-Lab X Alp Carbon GTX Mountaineering Boots Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Salomon S-Lab XA Alpine Trail Running Shoes Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon S-Lab XA Alpine Trail Running Shoes

Salomon S-Lab XA Alpine Trail Running Shoes Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

The North Face Women’s Ultra Trail Shoes Review

An in-depth review of The North Face Women's Ultra Trail Shoes

The North Face Women’s Ultra Trail Shoes Review

Hardware

Our pick of this season’s tents, skis, snowboards and mountaineering kit.

Mountain Biking

Alpkit Sonder Vir Fortis Fat Bike Review

An in-depth review of the Alpkit Sonder Vir Fortis fat bike

Alpkit Sonder Vir Fortis Fat Bike Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Alpkit Hunka Bivvy Bag Review

An in-depth review of the Alpkit Hunka bivvy bag

Alpkit Hunka Bivvy Bag Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Amok Equipment Draumr 3.0 Camping Hammock Review

An in-depth review of Amok Equipment Draumr 3.0 Camping Hammock

Amok Equipment Draumr 3.0 Camping Hammock Review
Snowboarding

Anon Endure Helmet Review

An in-depth review of the Anon Endure helmet

Anon Endure Helmet Review
Skiing

Black Crows Navis Freebird Touring Skis Review

An in-depth review of the Black Crows Navis Freebird touring skis

Black Crows Navis Freebird Touring Skis Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Black Diamond Snaggletooth Crampons Review

An in-depth review of the Black Diamond Snaggletooth crampons

Black Diamond Snaggletooth Crampons Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Fjӓllrӓven Keb Endurance 3 Three Man Tent Review

An in-depth review of the Fjӓllrӓven Keb Endurance 3 Three Man tent

Fjӓllrӓven Keb Endurance 3 Three Man Tent Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Black Diamond Venom Ice Axe Review

An in-depth review of the Black Diamond Venom ice axe

Black Diamond Venom Ice Axe Review
Snowboarding

Burton Day Trader Snowboard Review

An in-depth review of the Burton Day Trader snowboard

Burton Day Trader Snowboard Review
Snowboarding

Dragon Transition X1s Goggles Review

An in-depth review of the Dragon Transition X1s goggles

Dragon Transition X1s Goggles Review
Snowboarding

Jones Snowboards Solution Splitboard Review

An in-depth review of the Jones Snowboards Solution splitboard

Jones Snowboards Solution Splitboard Review
Snowboarding

K2 Cool Bean Snowboard Review

An in-depth review of the K2 Cool Bean snowboard

K2 Cool Bean Snowboard Review
Snowboarding

Oakley Prizm Inferno Goggles Review

An in-depth review of the Oakley Prizm Inferno Goggles

Oakley Prizm Inferno Goggles Review
Skiing

K2 Pinnacle 105 Skis Review

An in-depth review of the K2 Pinnacle 105 skis

K2 Pinnacle 105 Skis Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Leki Tour Stick Vario Carbon Walking Poles Review

An in-depth review of the Leki Tour Stick Vario Carbon walking poles

Leki Tour Stick Vario Carbon Walking Poles Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes Review

An in-depth review of the MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes

MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Nordisk Telemark 2 ULW Two Man Tent Review

An in-depth review of the Nordisk Telemark 2 ULW two man tent

Nordisk Telemark 2 ULW Two Man Tent Review
Snowboarding

Oakley Mod 3 Snowboard Helmet Review

An in-depth review of the Oakley Mod 3 Snowboard helmet

Oakley Mod 3 Snowboard Helmet Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Primus Onja Camping Stove Review

An in-depth review of the Primus Onja camping stove

Primus Onja Camping Stove Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Primus Lite+ Camping Stove Review

An in-depth review of Primus Lite+ Camping Stove

Primus Lite+ Camping Stove Review
Snowboarding

Spark R&D Surge Splitboard Bindings Review

An in-depth review of the Spark R&D Surge Splitboard Bindings

Spark R&D Surge Splitboard Bindings Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Terra Nova Southern Cross 1 Tent Review

An in-depth review of the Terra Nova Southern Cross 1 Tent

Terra Nova Southern Cross 1 Tent Review

Accessories

Camp stoves, coffee makers and titanium chopsticks. It’s the little things that make the difference.

Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Alpkit Titanium Cookware, MytiMug, Ketul & Kraku Camping Stove Review

An in-depth review of the Alpkit Titanium Cookware, MytiMug, Ketul & Kraku camping stove

Alpkit Titanium Cookware, MytiMug, Kettle & Kraku Camping Stove Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Alpkit Pipe Dream 600 Sleeping Bag Review

An in-depth review of Alpkit Pipe Dream 600 Sleeping Bag

Alpkit Pipe Dream 600 Sleeping Bag Review
Rock Climbing, Abseiling & Canyoning

Edelrid Parrot 9.8mm Climbing Rope Review

An in-depth review of the Edelrid Parrot 9.8mm Climbing Rope

Edelrid Parrot 9.8mm Climbing Rope Review
Rock Climbing, Abseiling & Canyoning

Edelrid Huascaran Climbing Harness Review

An in-depth review of the Edelrid Huascaran Climbing Harness

Edelrid Huascaran Climbing Harness Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Elliot Brown Canford Watch Review

An in-depth review of the Elliot Brown Canford Watch

Elliot Brown Canford Watch Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Exped Synmat Hyperlite Sleeping Mat 7 M Review

An in-depth review of the Exped Synmat Hyperlite Sleeping Mat 7 M

Exped Synmat Hyperlite Sleeping Mat 7 M Review
Fitness

Fitbit Blaze Fitness Smart Watch Review

An in-depth review of the Fitbit Blaze Fitness smart watch

Fitbit Blaze Fitness Smart Watch Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Leatherman Tread Multi Tool Review

An in-depth review of the Leatherman Tread multi tool

Leatherman Tread Multi Tool Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

LifeStraw Go Water Filtration Bottle Review

An in-depth review of the LifeStraw Go Water Filtration Bottle

LifeStraw Go Water Filtration Bottle Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Marmot Quark Sleeping Bag Review

An in-depth review of the Marmot Quark sleeping bag

Marmot Quark Sleeping Bag Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Tablet Review

An in-depth review of the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 tablet

Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Tablet Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Morakniv Garberg Knife Review

An in-depth review of the Morakniv Garberg Knife

Morakniv Garberg Knife Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Nikwax Waterproofing, Cleaning & Aftercare Products Review

An in-depth review of the Nikwax waterproofing, cleaning & aftercare products

Nikwax Waterproofing, Cleaning & Aftercare Products Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

OMM Mountain Raid PA 1.0 Jacket and Sleeping Bag Review

An in-depth review of the OMM Mountain Raid PA 1.0 jacket and sleeping bag

OMM Mountain Raid PA 1.0 Jacket and Sleeping Bag Review
Snowboarding

Ortovox Avalanche Rescue Kit 3+ Transceiver, Beast Shovel & 240 pfa Probe Review

An in-depth review of the Ortovox Avalanche Rescue Kit 3+ Transceiver, Beast Shovel & 240 pfa Probe Review

Ortovox Avalanche Rescue Kit 3+ Transceiver, Beast Shovel & 240 pfa Probe Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Outdoor Tech Kodiak Plus Charger Pack Review

An in-depth review of the Outdoor Tech Kodiak Plus charger pack

Outdoor Tech Kodiak Plus Charger Pack Review
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

Petzl NAO Headtorch Review

An in-depth review of Petzl NAO Headtorch

Petzl NAO Headtorch Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

SatMap Active 12 GB Edition GPS Review

An in-depth review of the SatMap Active 12 GPS

SatMap Active 12 GB Edition GPS Review
Camping, Bushcraft & Survival

Stanley Mountain Vacuum Coffee System Review

An in-depth review of the Stanley Mountain Vacuum Coffee System

Stanley Mountain Vacuum Coffee System Review
Mountaineering & Expeditions

Suunto Traverse Amber GPS Watch Review

An in-depth review of the Suunto Traverse Amber GPS watch

Suunto Traverse Amber GPS Watch Review

Activities

Our experts gathered together the best gear from the 100 to create these - the ultimate winter kit bags for different outdoor activities.

Mountaineering & Expeditions

The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag | Mountaineering

Our pick of the best kit for mountaineering and climbing winter 2016/17, as selected for this winter's Outdoor 100 gear guide

Best Gear for Mountaineering | The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag | Trail Running

Our pick of the best trail running kit for winter 2016/17, as selected for this year's Outdoor 100 Gear Guide

Best Gear for Trail Running | The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag | Hiking & Camping

Our pick of the best hiking and camping kit for winter 2016/17, as selected for this year's Outdoor 100 Gear Guide

Best Gear for Hiking & Camping | The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag
Adventure Cycling & Cycle Touring

The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag | Bikepacking

Our pick of the best bikepacking kit for winter 2016/17, as selected for the Outdoor 100 gear guide.

Best Gear for Bikepacking | The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag
Walking, Hiking & Trail Running

The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag | Aftercare & Waterproofing

Our pick of the best kit for looking after your products between adventures, as chosen for the Outdoor 100 gear guide.

Best Gear for Waterproofing & Aftercare | The Ultimate Winter Kit Bag
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