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25 Things To Make Dealing With Snow Less Of A Nightmare

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1. A smooth snow broom that won't scratch the paint on your car. It expands to 49 inches, which is perfect for you and your short arms. Snow be gone!

Promising review: "I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee and with how much snow we tend to get where I live this is a must. Had one that I kept in my garage to help me clear off my Jeep after a snow storm, but when I am at work I was stuck using my regular snow brush. So I ordered a second one to make it easy for me at work too. This works great, holds up well and makes it so much easier to push the snow off my roof!" —StevenGet it from Amazon for $10.99 or Walmart for $10.99.

2. A The North Face running jacket with inner mitts and handy thumbhole cuffs to keep your hands warm and give you instant insulation (even when it's wet!!) from the freezing cold so you can stay out longer to get your workout in.

It's even has reflective fabric so cars will be able to see you if you're more of a night runner! Get it from REI for $150 (available in sizes XS–XL, three colors).

3. A snow shovel with an extra spring handle so you don't have to hurt your back from the constant strain of clearing your driveway, sidewalk, and whatever else is in your way of a clear path.

Promising review: "It saves me from bending over for snow. The shovel tosses snow easily (6' or more, I couldn't do that with the old shovel). I'm over 6' and only have to bend down slightly with the short handle on the Snow Joe, which is much less than the older shovel. The metal piece on the bottom helps scrape the patio and solid walkways. Also, the shovel pushes into wind-packed snow pretty well. If you're working with brick-like snow drifts, try slicing from the top and scooping out at a near-90-degree angle to the ground. Forget trying to lift out pieces of it until you break through the brick-like snow. It's light weight. The wiggly second handle takes some getting used to. Snow didn't stick to this shovel and it worked fine for light fluffy snow, powdery wind packed snow, and frozen brick-like snow. Whether it was -10 F or 20 F, snow didn't stick and slid off easily." —Goof Ball Get it from Amazon for $24.49 or Walmart for $24.49.

4. A pair of heat-locking long Johns, because layers are super important when you have to shovel your body weight in solidified water.

Promising review: "These are amazing. I primarily wear them under my jeans for warmth and comfort throughout a cold day. They keep me warm, they keep me comfortable, and there's nothing better than that. I wore them while shoveling after this recent snowstorm and they kept me warm the entire time." —Michael Get them from Amazon for $9.70+ or Jet for $11.61 (available in sizes S–XXL, five colors).

5. A couple of investment-worthy tire traction mats that'll be able to help you get your car out of your icy driveway, or even in the springtime with excess mud or sand!

Promising review: "We bought these last winter but didn't need to use them then. They were needed a couple of days ago, and they worked great. A neighbor's car got stuck on the hill trying to turn into a driveway. Someone tried to tow the vehicle but couldn't get traction. Then I brought these out, and we placed them right in front of the front tires. With a few of us pushing the vehicle, the tires got traction and the car was able to get into the driveway. I like that they're foldable; that makes it easier to store them in the back of the car in the winter." —LJGet them from Amazon for $17.99 or Walmart for $16.99.

6. A pair of wool gloves with touchscreen technology so you can text your bestie about how much you can't stand snow storms.

When exactly will spring be on the horizon?Promising review: "All the fingers work with your touch screen, not just a few like other gloves. They're warm enough for most days without being so thick that they make typing difficult. The gloves look pretty good; some other choices are pretty ugly, and they hold up well. I only had to get a new pair because I lost the first ones I owned for years." —SMAGet them from Amazon for $6.48+ (available in five colors).

7. A pair of insulated, sturdy blaster gloves for anyone who spends all fucking day outdoors and would prefer if their hands didn't get frostbite without sacrificing precious flexibility.

Promising review: "I bought these for my husband for Christmas. We live in the UP of Michigan about an hour from Canada. Our winters sometimes hover in the -40 range. He uses these to snow blow our 700-foot driveway, feed horses, and do all kinds of winter-work. So far these have been wonderful for keeping his hands warm and dry." —RoseGet them from The Grommet for $100 (available in sizes S–XL).

8. An actual snow blower that'll clear all the evidence of the wildest winter storm you've seen since, well, last year.

9. A pair of ice cleats you can fold up and pack in your bag so you won't have to slip and slide over black ice while you're walking the dog.

Promising review: "We get more ice than snow in Portland, and walking the dog has been a frightening experience. Not anymore. These things bite into the ice and make me feel almost invincible. I'm passing people on the sidewalk. My dog wishes he had some for his paws. I'm telling everyone I know to get them." —J. Duncan Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in sizes XS–M, five colors).

10. An amazing pet-safe ice melt so your best friend's little pawsies won't get irritated while they play in the snow and they won't get sick if they decide to get a taste. No really, their paws can actually burn!

Promising review: "This works very well in getting rid of the ice and I love that it is good for pets and small children. While we don't have any in the house, the neighborhood we live in now has a lot of pets and children running around and I like how it melts the ice for the children but won't harm their pets." —julieGet it from Amazon for $21.76 or Walmart for $19.99.

11. And a container of paw protection wax to keep your pup's feet from the burning of ice melt. Poor babies.

Promising review: "This really works! I wanted to try this this for a protectant during the winter so my golden retriever Tammy can go on her walks comfortably in snow and cold. Not only does it make that possible, as she seems to have no sensitivity to the snow, salt and cold, but it is softening her very rough paw pads! Her pads are so rough they can cause terrible scratches on human skin, but that is improving greatly with daily use." —Carla G. Get it from Amazon for $19.75 or Jet for $12.25.

12. A set of doggy boots for your bougie dog who can't stand to get her paws wet because she's a queen, dammit!

13. A windshield cover with magnetic edges, because wiping snow off your car with a broom is so 2017.

We're in the future, baby!Promising review: "I really like this. For the first time in years I don't have to run out and scrape the windows in the morning. The magnets stick well, and the flaps keep everything tight and impossible to steal off of the car." —Donna M. Get it from Amazon for $19.98 or a similar one from Walmart for $14.97.

14. A lightweight, down coat to cover your thighs and butt, because even your lower extremities deserve protection when you're making snow angels.

Promising review: "Great coat; the ultra light down really minimizes bulk while providing warmth." —teeksGet it from Nordstrom for $79.90 (available in sizes XS–XXL, four colors).

15. Or a micro puff hoody featuring a waterproof, windproof, and synthetic insulated shell that'll give you so much warmth without feeling weighed down or extra bulky.

Promising review: "This is a superb jacket and the weight to warmth ratio is exceptional. I used this jacket across Europe through the months of November and December. Even in the occasional snow, sleet and sideways rain it kept me warm and dried very quickly." —JHDRGet it from Patagonia for $299 (available in sizes XS–XXL, four colors).

16. A North Face chunky tube scarf and cable scarf with heat-trapping and quick-drying technology. You can layer them to use as an actual barrier between you and the snow blowing in your face.

17. A fuzzy pair of insulated wool socks so your whole calf will be able to have another layer of warm and toasty instead of damp and dreary.

They regulate your body temperature so your feet can stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter!Promising review: "I purchased these Smartwool Mountaineer socks mainly to wear when I am outside for extended periods of time, whether it be shoveling snow or walking the dog in the 30 degree temperatures. These socks are very cushioned and extra thick, and my feet stay completely warm when I'm outside in the cold. The length is longer than other Smartwool socks, going up to at least my mid-calf and I am 5'5". The wool keeps my feet warm and dry. All in all, Smartwool socks are the warmest socks I have found and these Mountaineering socks are as warm and cushy as you can get." —CMBGet them from Amazon for $21.56+ or Eastern Mountain Sports for $23.95 (available in sizes XS-XL).

18. A pair of duck boots with felt and fleece lining, as well as slip traction, because the days of cold feet and tripping over mounds of snow is fucking over. We're leaving that negativity in 2017.

19. A cold weather face mask perfect for avoiding horrid bloody noses from that dry-ass cold air you have to expose yourself to in order to get to work every morning.

Isn't it enough that you had to avoid big ice puddles? When will winter just stop?Promising review: "We live in Northern Maine where the temperatures reach -50 degrees F with the windchill. This mask is exceptionally warm and does wonders for keeping out the icy chill. The material is comfortable, not itchy like so many other products. Breathing is easily done using the vent system. My husband used this to walk to and from work, which is approximately one mile from our house." —Jennifer ShapiroGet it from Amazon for $11.10+ or Walmart for $13.88 (available in sizes XS–XL).

20. A couple packs of hand warmers and foot warmersthat'll provide up to nine hours of much needed heat to the soles of your feet and the palms of your hands.

21. A pair of toasty sheepskin Ugg headphone earmuffs to keep the cute tips of your ears warm while blasting Kodak Black.

Music is the only thing getting you through the slip slide of sludge. Promising review: "This is hands down, the BEST purchase I have made this winter season! I don't much like wearing hats, but my ears always get cold, so earmuffs are the logical accessory to turn to. I love listening to music on my commute though, and earbuds under earmuffs sound like a very uncomfortable idea! This is the PERFECT solution! I definitely recommend; they're so soft!" —LauraGet them from Amazon for $74.95+ (available in five colors).

22. Or if you're not into earmuffs, a bluetooth beanie so you stay warm (and energized) during a run after a horrible snow storm.

Get it from Caseco for $29.99.

23. A pair of fleece-lined leggings and water-repellant alpine pants so your legs can be warm and protected from the elements for long periods of time.

24. A heated ice scraper that'll heat up to 392 degrees and break all the frozen water off your car with sharp teeth without you having to use that good ol' elbow grease.

25. A pom pom beanie for keeping you cute and warm, because you lose the most heat from your head anyway!

Get it from American Eagle for $15.95. Available in three colors.

Reviews here have been edited for length and/or clarity.

Hopefully you won't be as miserable as Jon Snow beyond the wall. Poor bb, winter is here.

25 Things To Make Dealing With Snow Less Of A Nightmare

25 Things To Make Dealing With Snow Less Of A Nightmare

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