Outerwear

The New Arc’teryx Insulated Rush Costs $800 and Is Worth Every Penny — Here’s Why

If you can see past the sticker shock, this midweight puffy is built to last, water-resistant, and can handle about everything you throw at it.

Written by Andy Cochrane April 07, 2023

Expensive Taste: My Favorite Belay Parka Has a Price Tag to Match

The Arc’teryx Alpha Lightweight Parka is a great belay parka. It was warm, windproof, durable, and packable. But the price is high.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 06, 2023

Scan Your Body, Choose Features for Perfect Hardshell Kit: Made Custom Apparel Review

Made Custom Apparel builds a custom-fitted shell with custom features. Remarkably, the price is comparable to other high-end shell systems.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 28, 2023

Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket Review: A Time-Tested, Breathable Masterpiece

Optimized for start-stop aerobic missions where maximum breathability while active and reliable warmth while static is required, the Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket is a premium do-it-all…

Written by Chris Carter March 17, 2023

The ‘Other’ Insulation: Oros Gambit Jacket Takes on Down and Synthetic

Oros used a proprietary form of insulation called Solarcore in its Gambit Jacket — which the brand calls a slimmer alternative to bulky insulations.

Written by Will Brendza March 14, 2023

Patagonia Storm Shift Jacket Review: Performance, Durability Meet Sustainability ‘Firsts’

After testing the Patagonia Storm Shift Jacket for 2 months, I’m convinced this shell is as good as it gets.

Written by Sean McCoy February 17, 2023

KÜHL Aktivator Review: The Jacket I Can’t Stop Wearing

Simple, reliable, and unremarkable — the KÜHL Aktivator jacket quietly became my most-used piece of apparel.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 10, 2023

Ibex Wool Aire Vest Review: Sleek Insulated Layer Without the Puff

The Ibex Wool Aire Vest is a must-have if you want exceptional core warmth without the unnecessary bulk.

Written by Rebecca Ross February 02, 2023

I Soaked This Puffy, Then Went Running at -3 Degrees

Down and wool are two of the best insulating materials. Artilect marries them — with gold — in this masterfully designed insulating layer.

Written by Sean McCoy February 01, 2023

YKK Debuts DIY Repairable Zippers in ARTILECT Shells

YKK introduces the Revived Zipper, a pull tab that you can repair or replace on your own — and two new products from ARTILECT already…

Written by Will Brendza January 30, 2023

Sitka Gear Mountain Pants Review: The Workhorse Pant for Any Season

Don’t let the name deter you. Sitka Gear’s Mountain pants are not terrain-exclusive. From fields and foothills, to trees and tundra, these pants are a…

Written by Aaron Hebeisen January 27, 2023

Outdoor Vitals NovaPro Jacket Review: A Seamless Baffled Puffy With Zippered Climate Control

The Outdoor Vitals NovaPro Jacket makes temperature regulation easy, feels wind resistant and is less likely to lose insulation over time.

Written by M.T. Elliott January 26, 2023

Terracea Moonbeam 3L Bib Review: Brand’s First Technical Bibs, Great Skiwear All Around

The East Coast brand is trying technical ski apparel. And if the Moonbeam bib is any indication, Terracea will soon have a lot more fans.

Written by Mary Murphy January 06, 2023

FORLOH Expedition Series Parka Review: Amish Duck Down and 100% American-Made

The FORLOH Expedition Series Parka steps up as the 100% U.S.-sourced answer to the Canadian parkas of the north.

Written by Rachelle Schrute January 06, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pack of Phunkshun Wear Gear

This week, five lucky winners will each receive a prize package from Phunkshun.

Arc’teryx Alpha SV Review: Last Shell Standing After Alaskan First Ascents

The Arc’teryx Alpha SV shell has been a go-to for alpinists since 1998. GORE-TEX PRO Most Rugged Technology improves the bomber shell.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 03, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a 16-Pocket ‘Adventure 2.0’ Jacket From Apricoat

This week, 10 lucky winners will each receive an Adventure 2.0 Jacket from Apricoat.

Extremely Limited: Hyperlite Relaunches Dyneema Rain Shell

Hyperlite only made 200 of its wildly popular Shell jacket for this short-run release.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 13, 2022

Polartec Presents 12 ‘Apex Awards’ to Standout Gear Including Polartec Fabrics

Announcing the 12 winners of the 2022 Apex Award that feature top-of-the line products made from Polartec fabrics.

Written by Rebecca Ross December 05, 2022

Arc’teryx Beta LT Jacket Hadron Review: A Bomber Rain Shell You’ll Never Have to Replace

The Beta LT Hadron Jacket by Arc’teryx is a shell that checks every box for a functional, lightweight rain jacket — and it could last…

Written by Will Brendza December 02, 2022

Watch ‘Chillest Humans’: Behind the Lens in the Backcountry

Spending any amount of time in the backcountry in the snow, ice, and cold can provide a unique challenge to capture its beauty. For filmmakers…

Columbia ‘Clone Wars’ Collection: See the Limited Edition Parkas, Hoodies & More

The countdown is on! Columbia Sportswear will add a limited-quantity collection that’s inspired by the Star Wars ‘Clone Wars’ theme.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 20, 2022

Ortovox Fleece Light Jacket Review: The Only Ultralight, Breathable Midlayer You’ll Ever Need

From backpacking to backcountry skiing, this merino light wool fleece offers up a hard-to-find mix of comfort, technical performance, sustainability, and style.

Written by David Young November 14, 2022

Sitka and Black Diamond Join Forces for New Snowboard Kit

Sitka Gear and Black Diamond have collaborated on a snowboard kit that crosses genres. The result is the Mission Outerwear Kit.

Written by Sean McCoy November 08, 2022

Built to Keep You Moving: Mountain Hardwear Kor AirShell Warm Jacket Review

When leaves start to change and cooler weather takes hold, the art of layering becomes key in outdoor adventure. Uncovering ingredients in the perfect layering…

Written by Katie Botwin November 04, 2022

Hit the Slopes With Helly Hansen’s New Fall/Winter Collection

Helly Hansen keeps you comfortable and protected whether you’re on the bunny slope or off piste. Check out the best of its Fall/Winter line.

Enter the ‘Whitespace’: Shaun White, Backcountry Launch Snowboard Gear Brand

Whitespace is Shaun White’s latest venture, a namesake brand he’s launching with plans to make snow apparel so fly it can be worn out on…

Written by Will Brendza October 17, 2022

Airblaster Women’s Sassy Beast Jacket Review: Plenty of Protection for the Stormiest Days

The women’s Airblaster Sassy Beast Jacket is thoughtfully designed with playful aesthetics and pairs perfectly with the Airblaster Sassy Hot Bib for snowboarding at the…

Written by Morgan Tilton October 06, 2022