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There are a healthy number of budget-oriented rain shells on the market, and Columbia’s versatile Watertight II is among the most popular. The jacket isn’t a standout in wet-weather performance—you’ll...

Backed by a Gore license, REI Co-op now has top-of-the-line waterproofing technology to replace their old eVent line. Combine this with REI’s increased focus on design and performance of their in-house products, and you have some very competitive...

The Venture 2 has been a long-time staple in The North Face’s rain jacket collection, aiming to balance weather protection, weight, and price. Over the past year, we’ve tested the shell extensively from...

Dynafit is no stranger to the ski boot market, and their Hoji collection offers great all-around performance for backcountry skiers who don’t want to sacrifice descending capabilities. We put the Hoji Free to the test this past winter and were...

Arc’teryx’s Beta SL Hybrid isn’t your typical rain shell. As its name suggests, the hybrid construction blends two Gore-Tex fabrics of different thicknesses to maximize weatherproofing, minimize weight, and...

Outdoor Research has updated its long-standing and very popular ultralight rain shell for 2020. The latest Helium—replacing the “II”—sticks largely to the same formula with upgrades in durability and fit without...

Arc’teryx’s Gamma softshell line ranges from the warm, alpine-ready MX to the superlight SL tested here. We brought the Gamma SL hiking in Canada’s Yukon territory and found it to be a great match for the level of activity and conditions: this jacket...

Smith’s snow helmet lineup runs the gamut from the simple and budget-friendly Holt to the range-topping Quantum tested here. This premium lid is as feature-rich as they come: you get a full suite of safety...

Available for fall 2020, Flylow Gear’s Lucy Jacket combines the comfort and stretch of a softshell with the durability and protection of a hardshell. We brought the new women’s-specific piece to Crested Butte, Colorado, for testing, and found it to be...

An all-new entry for winter 2020-2021, Smith’s Altus helmet takes features from the brand’s premium models and packs them into a lightweight and sleek design. Our testing was cut short due to COVID-19, but we managed to take the Altus and women's Vida...

Staying hydrated is an absolute necessity on any outdoor excursion, but if you’re headed out for more than a few hours, it might be unrealistic to carry all the water you need. While streams, lakes, and ponds along the trail can be great drinking...

The Tungsten Jacket is Outdoor Research’s newest insulated resort shell and combines impressive warmth with a highly protective Gore-Tex build and full feature set. We took the women’s version to...