The trouble with fleece is that by itself it usually isn t all that warm at least, not when worn as the primary insulating piece in cold weather. Most soft shells are aimed at the high-aerobic market, ...

Outdoor adventurers or those looking for an eco-friendly outdoor waterproof jacket may be interested in a new design from the team at Coalatree. The Technical Shell outdoor waterproof jacket has been ...

If you’re after a really good buy, take a look at Patagonia‘s Rain Shadow jacket ($179). It employs the now-popular 2.5-layer construction, in which the inner “layer” is really just a raised pattern.

Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen has built a global reputation for creating professional-grade outdoor gear that performs in the harshest environments. From pioneering waterproof oilskins for ...

If there's one to get excited about, it's the ruggedly tough Beta SL jacket. The discount isn't huge, but it's still ...

If you browse for a new hard shell jacket either online or at a retail store you might be overwhelmed by the vast number of products and featured technologies. What is the difference between a shell ...

66°North has been one of the standout outdoor brands for me this year. The Icelandic brand has been around for nearly 100 years – one of their latest collections highlighted this – but it's only ...

Whether you carve corduroy, slash powder or practice your pizza and French fries on the bunny hill, skiing is one of the most fun winter activities out there. But it can also be overwhelming with all ...

Many people acquire their outdoor apparel one piece at a time. A ski shell here, a puffy jacket there. Base layers received as Christmas gifts. A fleece owned since high school. Then when it's time to ...

The rain jackets that work best for women are not the same as those that work the best for men. Because women typically sweat less, their rain jackets often skip the pit zips (a major waterproofing ...