Outerwear

Field Test To ‘Forensic Lab’… Inside Look At Outdoor Research Heated Gloves

We look at the technology behind the ALTIHeat heated gloves from Outdoor Research.

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2014

First Look: 2015 Columbia Sportswear Line

It won’t come to market for a full year. But the line, which includes multiple pieces influenced by freestyle ski uniforms, has some tech that…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 04, 2014

Technical Bike Vest, Casual Looks

A vest keeps your body warm on crisp fall days. This one by Chrome lets your perspiration dry and is reversible for high-visibility.

Written by Sean McCoy October 27, 2014

Review: Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket

Super breathable, warm and quick drying, the Patagonia Nano-Air is one of the best all-around insulating jackets we have reviewed.

Written by Sean McCoy October 27, 2014

Under Armour MagZip: Field Test

Garrett Russell was one of the first people on the planet to test the new MagZip zipper from Under Armour. He gave us his impressions…

Written by Sean McCoy October 16, 2014

First Look: 'Checkered' Fleece Wind Shell

A Brooks-Range jacket raises eyebrows with a radical checkered micro-fleece design.

Written by Sean McCoy October 06, 2014

Free: Gear ‘Rehab’ Program From Nikwax

In what might be the best deal in the history of outdoor equipment, Nikwax will rehabilitate your old, dirty outdoor equipment … for Free!

Written by Sean McCoy September 15, 2014

First Look: 'Transalper' Among Lightest Waterproof Jackets Ever Made

At just 4.5 ounces, this jacket provides complete protection from wind and rain. Our editor tests the Dynafit Transalper women’s jacket.

Written by Sean McCoy September 03, 2014

First Look: Under Armour 'MagZip'

Magnets and tiny hooks on the zipper base make MagZip from Under Armour stand out. You can initiate this “zipper of the future” with one…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 31, 2014

Retro To Future Tech… Columbia Sportswear Outerwear Preview 2015

We got a first look this past week at several pieces from Columbia’s spring 2015 line. Here are four pieces that stood out.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 08, 2014

First Look: Montane Minimus Jacket Packs To 'Size Of Apple'

Fully waterproof and breathable, the Montane Minimus Jacket packs down tiny and weighs less than half a pound. We review this ultralight storm shell.

Written by Sean McCoy July 07, 2014

Backcountry Test: Polartec 'Alpha' Jackets (in Tetons With Exum Mountain Guides)

Contributor Aaron Bible took a long weekend in April to test Polartec Alpha, a new type of insulation, as well as several Marmot jackets, in…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 24, 2014

First Look: GORE-TEX Mesh Footbed, ‘Vents’ For Waterproof Shoes In 2015

The battle against sweaty feet continues! Scoop on a 2015 technology…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 29, 2014

City To Mountains: Technical Jacket Company Founded In NYC

Technical outerwear brand Toren launches this summer.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 21, 2014

First Look: Outdoor Research Helium Hybrid Jacket

This windshell weighs less than 6 ounces yet provides protection from the elements.

Written by Sean McCoy May 09, 2014

Columbia Sportswear Puts On Yoga Pants, Buys PrAna for $190 Million

A giant of outdoor apparel has purchased yoga and climbing clothing maker PrAna.

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2014

First Look: Soft Shell Jacket Provides Technical Performance, Tactical Appeal

This Canadian-made softshell is a capable outer layer that transitions well to urban daily wear.

Written by Sean McCoy April 02, 2014

Origami As Outerwear. The North Face ‘Jacket’ Made From Paper

Cut out the template, then fold. That’s all it takes to make a paper version of a real jacket.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 29, 2014

First Look: PrimaLoft Launches Down/Synthetic Jacket Insulation For 2014

Next year PrimaLoft marries down and synthetic insulation. We got the first test.

Written by Sean McCoy December 19, 2013

Review of ‘Ghost Whisperer’ Jacket From Mountain Hardwear

A pinnacle of the lightweight “down puffy” category, we test the Ghost Whisperer for two months.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 17, 2013

You’re Looking At The Zipper Of The Future

Under Armour banks on this never-before-seen solution to one of the biggest problems with zippers.

Written by Sean McCoy November 26, 2013

ThermoBall Jacket Subjected To ‘Dunk Test’

A new jacket from The North Face claims to provide unprecedented performance in cold, wet situations. Time for the ThermoBall to go swimming.

Written by Sean McCoy November 19, 2013

First Look: Columbia 2014 Jacket Made With Special ‘TurboDown’ Insulation

We got the scoop on a new type of puffy jacket insulation that Columbia Sportswear will market as “down on steroids.”

Written by Stephen Regenold November 12, 2013

NW Alpine: Mountaineering Outerwear Made In Portland

A new company in Portland, Ore., has the goal of helping rebuild U.S. manufacturing jobs, one mountaineering jacket at a time.

Written by Sean McCoy November 08, 2013

Winter Apparel For ‘Mountain To Bar’ Performance

“Lifestyle pieces with technical performance that can take you from the mountain to the bar.” That’s the tagline of WILD, a new outdoor apparel company.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 05, 2013

Future Gear! Peek Inside The North Face Products Lab

We traveled to The North Face’s headquarters this month for a look inside the company’s R&D lab. Here are six innovations that caught our eye,…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 24, 2013

Seven New Premium Gore-Tex Pro Jackets

Dozens of jackets featuring a new Gore-Tex Pro waterproof/breathable fabric are available this fall. We checked out seven from top brands at a product launch…

Written by Sean McCoy October 18, 2013

Reveiw: Packable Patagonia ‘Houdini’ Jacket Gets Rain Test

Our review of Patagonia’s Houdini Jacket found it light, packable, water-resistant, and highly breathable and appropriate for rainy, cool weather or as an emergency shell.

Written by Sean McCoy September 11, 2013

Rain Jacket Design From 1960s a Highlight in New Patagonia Line

Patagonia celebrates its 40th anniversary this fall by redesigning 10 iconic items from the brand’s past. Here’s a look at our favorites in the line.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling August 30, 2013

Race Ready! Team GearJunkie/WEDALI Custom Kits

This post offers an inside look at the process of getting a custom team uniform made. Our made-in-Minnesota kits come from Podiumwear, a company just…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 02, 2013

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