One of the activities that makes living in cold environments actually worth it is ice skating.
In Prince George, Canada the weather conditions just the right weather conditions turned the into a perfect skating rink after the plow cleared o…
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Man slips on his icy driveway and goes for a wild ride
When you think “slip ‘n’ slide”, this probably isn’t what you had in mind.
While attempting to salt his driveway, Jeffrey Takach hit a patch of ice. Although he tried to surf down at first, Takach lost his balance and slid all the way down …
Polar vortex 2019: Combat the cold with these 50 products
Shout out to everyone who said they “couldn’t wait for winter” during the summer last year — you’re about to get what you asked for.
We thought we were done with unbearable temperatures after a polar vortex swept through the U.Sa few weeks ago, making temperatures dip down to single (and in some places, negative) digits. Unfortunately, we’re not in the clear just yet. Actually, it’s about to be worse: The end of January through the beginning of February are expected to be the coldest stretch of the year for much of the country.
government open, weather machine back on & they crankin it for lost time https://t.co/qKNVcQY7sD
— Majesty Ria (@ToriNicksWho) January 28, 2019 Read more…
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View More Polar vortex 2019: Combat the cold with these 50 products8 winter pranks that’ll make you weep icicles
Winter is basically a long April Fools’ celebration.
With the arrival of ice and snow comes the “comedians” and the tricks up their puffer jacket sleeves. Pranks can be very bad, but seasonal pranks can be very good.
Thankfully, we’ve col…
Innovative winter gear and accessories on sale right now
The season that Ned Stark has always warned us about is now full swing. Winter is here, and as evidenced by the bone-numbing winds that feel like a massive slap in the face when it lashes out, snow season won’t die down anytime soon. Not until March,…
View More Innovative winter gear and accessories on sale right now5 products to make winter a bit more bearable
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Winter is coming — but at this point, it’s already starting to feel like Jack Frost is determined to have everyone freezing their buns off. And it’s not like we can all pretend to be Elsa from Frozen. The cold bothers us anyway, and in every way.
To help you survive the chilly season, we’re offering deals in the Mashable Shop on products that make the cold easier to overcome — or tolerate, at least.
Saltnets Snow and Ice Melting Mat: 20% off
Avoid slipping and sliding on your doorstep with this heated mat. Designed to release a proprietary mix of proven melting agents, it prevents the accumulation of snow on your walkway or driveway and saves you the trouble of having to shovel every morning. It’s also made from non-toxic materials, making it 100% pet-friendly. Read more…
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View More 5 products to make winter a bit more bearableSeriously, would you wear these nose warmers?
It’s that time of the year again when we force ourselves to dig out our coats, scarves, hats … and nose warmers?
This ridiculous winter accessory by the Nose Warmer Company is essentially a knitted pouch made specifically to keep your nose nice and…
It’s the first day of spring and cold people everywhere are pissed
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Happy equinox! On Tuesday, there’ll be an equal amount of daylight and night. Flowers will start blooming again soon, the weather will get warmer, and the world will start looking alive again. It’s the first day of spring!
Happy #FirstDayofSpring from @DescansoGardens🌷 pic.twitter.com/NqC13TwHCu
— Los Angeles County (@CountyofLA) March 20, 2018
Unless you live in the many places where it still feels a lot like winter.
The East Coast is getting slammed with another nor’easter this week that’s expected to dump almost a foot of snow from Boston to Washington, D.C. It’s the fourth nor’easter in three weeks (which one news station dubbed a four’easter) to hit New England and the Mid-Atlantic, and people are pretty done with the first day of spring. Read more…
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15 products that will make running in winter more comfortable and safe
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Believe it or not, running in the cold is actually good fo…
This high-tech vest could change the entire sport of skiing for good
Dainese, the Italian manufacturer of protective clothing, developed a wearable airbag for professional alpine skiers. The vest, which contains the airbag, features a sensors and a special algorithm trained to detect an imminent crash. Read more…Mor…
View More This high-tech vest could change the entire sport of skiing for goodShred the slopes with these easily attachable ski shoes
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Snowfeet combines ice skating and skiing through an easy shoe attachment. There’s no additional equipment needed—just snap them on and go. Read more…
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View More Shred the slopes with these easily attachable ski shoesCoat heaters exist and are here to make winter — dare we say it — enjoyable
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Mother Nature isn’t messing around — it’s really cold right now. And on some days, it feels as if your bulky puffer jacket won’t do you justice.
You could grab a second — or third — layer, but if you want to keep the bulk underneath your parka to a minimum, pick up Torch’s 2.0 Coat Heater. Make no mistake: This is a serious upgrade to those hand warmers you buy at the pharmacy. Once you install it in your jacket, you can enjoy up to four hours of uninterrupted warmth. Read more…
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