EVERYWHERE

A MULTI-PURPOSE

BACKCOUNTRY TOOL

When you head out on your next snowmobile adventure, pack along Backcountry Access’s new Dozer 2H-S shovel, which comes with a built-in saw that’s perfect for clearing away branches or downed trees in your path. The Dozer 2H-S has a mid-size blade for scooping snow and can convert from a traditional to hoe-style shovel for versatility. It also has a telescoping shaft with concave sides that make the shaft lighter and stronger, and a comfortable T-shaped handle. A 14.6-inch wood saw with a 9-inch stainless-steel blade stows inside the shaft; pull out the saw, flip it around, and attach it to the bottom of the shaft (once the shovel’s blade is removed), giving you a bayonet-style saw with a long handle that provides more leverage when cutting through tree limbs. This durable, multiuse shovel also works great on snowshoe, backcountry ski, and winter camping adventures, and meets the requirements to serve as an avalanche shovel for rescues. $99.95. backcountryaccess.com.

PROTECTIVE GEAR

FOR WINTER BIKING

Keep the spray from slushy, mucky roads at bay with Portland Design Works’ (PDW) front and rear Origami Fenders. Each fender, made of flexible polypropylene, attaches to its respective mount with just four snaps — quick and easy — and then packs up flat when you’re not using it. The rear fender mount secures to your seat post with a clamp and an adjustable strap, while the front mount attaches to your bike’s down tube with two adjustable rubber straps. These clever fenders provide good wet-weather coverage for wheels up to 2.5 inches (or larger, though with less effective coverage). During the winter months, keep grit and rain out of your frame with PDW’s Zit Bitz, decorative bolts that screw into unused holes for racks and water bottle cages. Choose from bolts with emoji faces, hand signals, and other fun designs. $16/$21 front/rear fender; $15 package of four frame bolts. ridepdw.com.