Best Synthetic Insulated Jackets of 2025

We review 20 of the most popular synthetic insulated jackets and tested the top models for months in conditions as diverse as mountains in Arizona to snow storms near Bend, Oregon to walking a toddler in Portland. We considered models by Patagonia, Arc’teryx, L.L.Bean, Mountain Hardwear, Rab, Outdoor Research, The North Face, and Montbell.

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Best Women's Mountain Bike Shorts of 2025

We tested 20+ pairs of women's MTB shorts to find the best for fit, comfort, pockets, durability and all kinds of riding–bibs, baggies, chamois and plus size

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