Camping in Sedona is highly restricted, but if you know where to look, there are a few legal dispersed spots—so I hiked up from the desert into the clouds for a wintry overnight gear test. It’s a 1,500–2,000 foot climb into a totally different ecosystem, and I set up on one of my favorite overlooks with views across Sedona and up toward Flagstaff. I also threw out a trail camera because I’d heard black bear and mountain lion cruise this mountain… and yes, I was hoping for something spicy (but I got no game). This trip was all about putting new 2025 gear through real cold, wet conditions—19°F overnight with wind and everything icing over. I tested the Six Moon Designs Haven (first time with their shelters), a Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite, and a Zenbivy Light -5 quilt/hood setup. My big takeaway: quilts can be very warm, but even tiny drafts matter when it’s truly cold, and I still trust a mummy bag more if I’m pushing toward 0°F. The standout winners for me were down booties + down pants for comfort, and an ultralight Silky Pocketboy saw with a Sulak 46 handle—super sleek, crazy efficient, and honestly my favorite item of the trip.