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Senior editor Axie Navas tests a lot of jackets for Outside, but this one stands out from the rest. Watch and find out what makes the Patagonia Stretch Nano Storm one of our favorite new shells.
From notebooks to knives, watches to wipes, this is everything you need for your daily routine.
The champion of the waterproof-breathable hardshell is getting soft
How to stay warm and dry, one layer at a time
The clothing company wants to be a major force in outdoor apparel. Can it succeed where other big brands failed?
Stay warm in all kinds of conditions, with these versatile down-alternative outer and midlayers
We get really excited about the big-ticket items at Outdoor Retailer (just check out our Gear of the Show list for proof), but there’s a lot of great, usable stuff that doesn’t require a second mortgage
Ounce for ounce, spider silk is five times stronger than steel and three times tougher than Kevlar. Now, a handful of companies are trying to harvest it to make the world's best new gear.
We put the new Gore-Tex Active fabric through its paces during a two-week test in Vermont and B.C. and found that there's no better option for athletes who move fast and light
Our reviewer dissects the claims behind the newest crop of super clothing for the gym to find the products that actually work
There are lots of good options on the market, but one pair consistently wins our tests
Key pieces of packing help for life on the road or trail
Your favorite piece of fitness apparel just got even better, thanks to a DWR coating
A few boutique U.S. companies are making headway to bring the entire supply chain—from raising the sheep to processing the wool to sewing the apparel—back home
Soft, broken-in fabrics are ideal for casual weekends in cool weather
A super-cozy layer guaranteed to last three decades
Sure, it looks like a normal jacket. But it's actually a mobile bar.
Your local outdoor retailer probably doesn’t carry this stuff. But it should.
It looks like a sweatshirt, but performs like a jacket.
And why we, as consumers, actually like it when companies like Nike hike their prices
Bono and Revo team up to release a new collection that will raise money for eye care across the world
The Seattle company's gear lasts approximately forever. But when the stuff is ready to retire, it ends up on this duo’s table and turns into something brand new.
Will the Utah startup succeed where the industry leaders have failed?
New designs and better materials mean you should immediately throw out all your cotton boxers
James Bond just made vintage glacier glasses cool again
Ditch the carry-on. This rig stashes everything from your neck pillow to your water bottle.
Snow and wind will do a number on your face and hands. Treat your skin right this season with these seven essential soaps, scrubs, and razors made from all-natural ingredients.
Do you long for a remote, snowbound cabin with a real wood-burning stove and flannel on the bed? So do we. This is the gear you need to look the part when the dream becomes a reality.
Making a case for spending $40 on your skivvies
Even the dirtiest of dirtbags deserves to clean up nice at the beginning (and end) of the day.
This month, a tiny Colorado startup will attempt a bold rescue of the nation’s mountain towns while reinventing waterproof-breathable fabrics. How? With this super-comfy hoody.
No need to mortgage your home to find a solid kit
As the seasons change and weather gets colder, proper clothing becomes even more important for outdoor activities. The key to four-season success in the outdoors lies in the layers.
We like the price, but can this bra stand up to more expensive options from established sports brands? We put three models to the test to find out.
The stakes are higher in winter, when overheating or getting chilled can get you into serious trouble. Don’t let that happen to you.
How and why the company made the jump to high performance
Take on whatever Mother Nature throws your way
The 30-year-old Patagonia icon gets a major update, with new, environmentally friendly materials
Outfit your base camp—for less than $160
No arguing, no questions. Just a rock-solid promise the gear will work or your money back.
Nearly 30 years ago, Jimmy Nelson set it upon himself to document that last of the world's ancient tribes and peoples with his 50-year-old 4x5 film camera.
Spurred by hipster idealism, the former automobile capital of the world is enjoying a post-bankruptcy renaissance. Rents are low, millenials are moving in, and the old neighborhoods are buzzing with potential.
The peak of the season calls for maximum relaxation (bonus points for style). Here’s what to keep at the ready for all the best days of the year.
Yes, you read that right. We tracked down the best do-anything, go-anywhere sandals, good for so much more than just lounging on the beach.
We love these workhorse bags because they’re so damn useful
Our Gear Guy, Joe Jackson, pushes gear to the limit on a regular basis; casual footwear included.
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Columbia Sportswear announces it will pay two people a full six-month salary, plus benefits, to test gear around the world
The best new next-to-skin layers for a ramblin’ man
Pedaling to work is a lot more fun with the right setup
Base-Camp Duffel: A large, 155-liter bag often seen loaded on yaks in Nepal’s Khumbu region for a few simple reasons: it can take a beating, it has straps that convert it into a backpack, and mountaineers know that it can carry all their gear.
Lifa Shirt: The first commercially available base layer made from polypropylene, released in 1970 by Helly Hansen.
Sports Bra: A groundbreaking invention that lets women participate comfortably in a range of vigorous athletic activities.
Camouflage: A varying pattern of earth-colored prints designed to obscure the wearer from view, worn by hunters and members of the U.S. military
Denali Jacket: A popular performance fleece garment made by the North Face and commonly seen on mountaineers and college students.
Tough-ass pants: A term for rugged work trousers that are particularly good at handling abuse.
Polarization: A lens technology that cuts glare created when light reflects off materials like plastic and glass.