Even though the temperatures are chilly and there might be snow on the ground, that doesn’t mean you need to stay locked indoors during the winter months. There are so many fun things to do outside! Skating and skiing are two of the most popular across the US, but just in case you need some ideas, below are some of our favorites!

As you head outside, don’t forget, while some wintery days might be grey outside or snowing, there is still a need to protect your eyes from UV as well as glare and reflection from the snow. Dry eye symptoms can also flare up in the cold, blustery weather causing eye irritation and sensitivity so you might need some extra protection during these months. When you are gearing up for your next winter adventure – make sure to grab a pair of Rec Specs to keep your vision clear and protected!  We will include some of our top sunglasses recommendations as well.

Skiing

One of the most favorite winter activities. Anywhere were you have a mountainous range; you will find skiing resorts and villages. Slide the slopes and great tracks during the day, have a nice hot drink and dinner in front of a fireplace in the evening. What a blast!

Snowboarding

Now this activity goes along with skiing but is a bit more challenging. However, it doesn’t require to be a professional – more and more people try this alternative to skiing and find it to be sometimes even more amusing and thrilling.

Snowshoeing

Most of the time, you wouldn't go hiking when everything is covered in thick snow. But if you put on a pair of snowshoes, you can open up a whole new world of winter activities. Once an important way to get around, snowshoeing is becoming a more popular way to get around in snowy areas. Best of all, you don't have to spend a lot of money on expensive gear for snowshoeing!

Fat biking

Don't let all that snow stop you from going for a ride on your bike. With the right tires, called "fat tires," you can easily drive over snowy terrain. Fat biking started in the United States as a way to get around Alaska's harsh terrain. It has become very popular across the US as well as in Europe as a way to explore mountain biking trails that would normally be closed in the winter.

Mountaineering

You don't find hiking exciting enough? You should try to climb a mountain in the winter. Mountaineering is a pretty broad term, but it usually means going up and over things like rock, ice, and snow. To scramble, climb, and walk your way to the top, you may need specialized winter hiking gear.

Snow hiking is hard enough on its own, but when you add climbing to the mix, you're in for a pretty hard work out.

Cross Country Skiing

You can also try cross-country skiing, which is a different kind of skiing. This is a sport of skiing through the countryside, often through woods and usually on fairly flat terrain, on narrow skis with boots that can be lifted off the ski at the heel when striding.

Ice Skating

Among the most favorite winter activities around the world! In the cities locals and guests can hit colorful and entertaining skating rinks, where music, hot wine and happy people spin around. Even sunny towns like San Diego cannot resist and have a skating rink during the Christmas period!

Sunglasses Recommendations you can wear for your winter adventure

Snowrider

From the lift to the lodges, the Snowrider™ prescription winter sport sunglasses have a head-hugging temple design that adds to the comfort of the frame. Also included are the patented and removable magnetic Powered by Switch™ dry eyecups, which allow airflow and help screen out debris.

H-Wall Sweptback

The H-Wall Sweptback was named after a black diamond ski run in Tahoe where visibility decreases dramatically in the afternoon when the sun drops behind the mountain. To supersize your view, a quick switch to a contrast-maximizing yellow ski lens will make the run and its deeply carved moguls vividly visible. The H-Wall winter sports sunglasses' face-form chassis and 8-base lenses prevent light leakage. Vented nose pads enhance airflow to minimize lens fogging. Whether you're carving the moguls or running hard on a cross-country trail, the temples of these sports’ eyewear frames are anatomically shaped and encased in rubber to ensure a secure and comfortable fit.

Avalanche Upslope

The Avalanche Upslope performance lenses seal off stray rays of light that can impede vision but allow air to flow through the vented nose pad and across the eye to limit fog build-up. Temple tips have a 3D shape that holds the sunglass behind and below the ear, and they're encased in TPR rubber to minimize slipping. The colors and curves of the Avalanche winter sports sunglasses are rich and aggressive, giving you a colossal view that expands your horizons. The Upslope lens will fit larger faces and provides excellent light coverage from above, behind, and below.

Stay tuned for our next blog on the best sports glasses and goggles recommended for winter sports.

In the meantime, if you tried any of these Rec Specs sunglasses on your outdoor adventures, comment below and share you feedback.