> how about a nice overview of winter hiking footwear options? There are a number of different product designs out there from shoes or boots; neoprene socks or waterproofs or to gaiters & WPB shoes, etc.

On a recent snowshoe trip I wore NON-waterproof Salomon approach shoes and very thick Darn Tough Vermont socks. Sure, I got wet feet in the snow. But those Darn Tough socks are so thick it didn't matter. I had warm feet regardless.
Lesson #1: You won't die if your feet get wet - truly! Just make sure you have lots of circulation in your feet: footwear not too tight.
Lesson #2: Those DTV socks are fantastic. I even PAID for some more! From Australia!
Lesson #3: Our readers seem more interested in techniques for pushing the limit a bit beyond their current comfort zone, rather than in endless Product Reviews. We Hear You!

I second Mark's request regarding winter hiking boots and practices.

As Roger suspects, I would love to read more articles on technique and skills from winter camping to food preparation.

Here is a cheap but important gear review; emergency whistles. I hope I never use one but if I do, I'd like to know that I'm blowing the loudest one out there!

Coping with midges with SUL techniques. You guys really should try the Scottish Highlands in May or June. What would you use for a Coast to Coast walk, say from Lochcarron to Montrose?

Better forum software for BPL.com.