Winter gear you didn't know you needed - until now
If you've endured the cold temperatures of the past week, you know that winter is far from over. Snow-covered ski slopes, expansive winter hiking trails and frozen lakes are signs that the backcountry sports season is still underway. And if you want to stay comfortable and get the most out of your winter activities, building your arsenal of backcountry gear is key. In addition to a new pair of boots and hats (which you can never have enough of), there are many practical winter items and backcountry gear that are often overlooked. With that, Cathy Schwartz, store manager of Christy Sports in Denver West, shares some of the best winter items...

Winter gear you didn't know you needed - until now
If you've endured the cold temperatures of the past week, you know that winter is far from over. Snow-covered ski slopes, expansive winter hiking trails and frozen lakes are signs that the backcountry sports season is still underway. And if you want to stay comfortable and get the most out of your winter activities, building your arsenal of backcountry gear is key.
In addition to a new pair of boots and hats (which you can never have enough of), there are many practical winter items and backcountry gear that are often overlooked.
With that, Cathy Schwartz, store manager of Christy Sports in Denver West, shares some of the best winter items to keep you warm, safe and comfortable all winter long. Who knows, maybe you can get some end of season bargains too.