Winter wear

The temps are dropping and it's time to bundle up. Here are a few recommendations for chilly October:

Mountain Hardwear Alchemy pant replaces both fleece and softshell outer layer, windproof, water resistant, breathable and abrasion resistant, won’t pill like fleece, made of Gore Windstopper. Articulated knee and seat for a flattering butt look. $225. 800.330.6800.http://www.mountainhardwear.com/


Sierra Designs Down Booties are perfect for lounging around the condo. Down-filled, taffeta shell, non-skid nylon tread soles, elasticized instep straps, drawcords at ankles with cordlocks, pull tabs for easy on and off. $32. 800.736.8592. http://www.sierra-designs.com/

Badger Healing Balm: best stuff for chapped cracked weathered skin. 2oz tin=$5.95. 800.603.6100.http://www.badgerbalm.com/

Molehill Fleece bunting suit: one-piece three-season fleece with hood, full front and back zippers for easy entry and exit, supplex knees, sleeves and pants fold over to protect feet and hands.$60. 800.804.0820. http://www.molehillmtn.com/