Brushtail Possum Beanie
27This is without doubt the warmest beanie l have ever had on my head in still air. Kept me toasty in sub zero. I’ve recommended it and Zpacks to several friends.
When winter arrives, cold nights at camp are no match for our ultralight Brushtail Possum Beanie. Made from a combination of New Zealand's brushtail possum fur, and New Zealand Merino lamb's wool, these beanies will keep your head warm around the campfire and those frigid days on trail.
For extra warmth pair these socks with our Brushtail Possum Socks and Brushtail Possum Gloves!
For a lighter weight 3 season option, check out our Fleece Hat.
Brushtail Possum Beanies are produced by combining the fur of New Zealand's brushtail possum and New Zealand Merino lamb's wool.
The hair of brushtail possum is hollow, just like Polar Bear hair, which provides incredible warmth and water resistant. While typical wool beanies may stay warm when wet, they take forever to dry. If you get these beanies wet, the water shakes right out and they dry quickly.
New Zealand's possums are unrelated to the opossums found in the United States. They are super cute, but they are also an invasive species that destroy the native plant and bird life.
38% Brushtail Possum Fiber
48% Merino Wool
10% Nylon
4% Elastine
Made in New Zealand.
Washing
Beanies can be hand washed in a sink with warm water and soap or in a traditional washing machine.
Drying
The beanies can be air dried, or tumble dried. They may shrink a little in a dryer, but they stretch back out without issue.
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United StatesLove it
The order arrived quickly. It’s comfy and not too itchy. I’ve been to NZ and was going to order from a company in NZ but this Zpacks products was so much easier to order and reasonably priced. I ordered 2 in addition to some gloves and socks.
United StatesPerfect Beanie
Super warm, cozy and coftable. Great price for what you get. I purchased another very quickly
FranceBest Beanie ever
Without a doubt the best beanie I've had in my life! Soft, very warm even when wet, superb quality, does not soak up water. I plan to get all the colors in my next order!
United StatesWarm and soft
This is the warmest most comfortable winter hat I have ever worn.
United StatesGood for big noggins
Although there are lighter weight fleece options, none of those ever seemed to cover my ears and stay put without having to constantly pull them down. My long hair usually makes beanies slide up as well. Not this one! This one is long/deep enough that I can still fold it up on my forehead. I brought this on my early June JMT trip and I don’t regret it one bit. It weighed a few grams over spec, but it’s a keeper. I sleep cold and debated buying a balaclava to go with my quilt, but this brushtail possum beanie was perfect and it’s more versatile for use in chilly mornings, wet weather under a hooded rain jacket, and in camp doing evening chores and I don’t have to worry about it getting wet. Love the striped pattern. Well done!
Insulated Clothing
Goose Down Jacket
When I tried on the prototype of this jacket at Trail Days in Damascus earlier this year, I knew I’d be getting one! I think my search for the perfect backpacking jacket is finally over! Bonus that it matches my Zpacks full zip sleeping bag! Zpacks does not disappoint. Just get one.
When those cold nights in the backcountry hit, stay warm and cozy with our Goose Down Jacket. Striking the perfect balance of warmth and weight, our ultralight Goose Down Jacket is the go-to insulated layer for outdoor adventurers looking to beat the chill at an unbeatable weight!
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Goose Hood
Couldn’t be happier with this down hood. Perfect for quilt users, doesn’t slide around or off your head at night like a beanie can on straight, slick hair. Much better than the hood on a sleeping bag, which can slide into your face when you turn, and of course can’t be detached for use as a separate warm hood. The ultra light weight is remarkable. It’s very warm and has a cozy fit and feel.
Get ready for sweet dreams on cold nights when bundled up with the Goose Hood. A perfect companion to your ultralight down quilt, stay cozy and snug tucked away from the cold. The Goose Hood can also be worn by itself when you need extra protection from the chill.
Goose Socks
I’m a cold sleeper and was looking for options to help keep my feet warm through out the night. In the past I’ve used wool socks which helped but didn’t quite keep the chill out. The first night I used the goose socks it was like heaven! They are so lightweight and add noticeable warmth! These will extend my hiking season well into the late fall, worth every penny!
Nothing beats the feeling of climbing into a warm sleeping bag after a long day of hiking. Get ready to share that feeling with your feet! Win the battle against cold feet at camp with these extra warm goose socks. Crafted to keep your toes tucked away from the chill they are great for sleeping, and sitting around camp. Do not hike in these socks. Treat them as you would your sleeping bag.
Color requests are not available, the Medium sizes socks come in Green and the Large in Blue. Both sizes include a matching Ventum stuff sack!
