Need to pack up your muddy shoes? Plastic bag ... and they're usually not much larger than a wall adapter. 12. A packable down or rain jacket No matter if you're heading to a tropical destination or ...

We tested 13 popular down and down-alternative coats to find the best ones to keep you warm when temperatures drop. We found four we’d recommend to anyone.

Promising reviews: "Wanted this jacket for what seems like forever ... Some styles even come with a cozy fleece-lined hood — ...