When a base layer isn’t enough, but a fleece or insulating puffy jacket is too much, windbreakers are that “just enough” layer — easy to take on any trip, just in case.
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We tested 29 jackets to find the best fleece for hiking, running, camping, climbing, and in town based on warmth, comfort, breathability, and more.
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We test the best women's base layer bottoms and tights to stay warm in the cold. We review lightweight, midweight and heavyweight thermal underwear for outdoor activities
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We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for men looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.
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We test the best midlayers for warmth, breathability, and layering. Explore top picks for hiking, skiing, and cold-weather adventures in our expert guide.
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We review top rated run jackets to find the best men's running jackets for cold weather that are lightweight, windproof, waterproof, reflective and breathable
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We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for women, looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.
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Powerful 14,000 BTU dual burners vs reliability concerns - our GSI Selkirk 540+ camping stove review covers performance, ignition issues, and car camping value.
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We review 15 down vests and synthetic puffer vests to find the best insulated vests for hiking, camping, backpacking, winter and around town. To find the best puffy vests, we test fit, comfort, warmth and wind and water-resistance.
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We reviewed 15 down vests and synthetic puffer vests for hiking, camping, winter and city use. We test and judge puffy vests by fit, warmth, style, waterproofing
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We tested 8 skis to find the best for beginners, reviewing based on construction, maneuverability, carving and soft-snow performance, versatility, and more.
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Lightweight and designed to withstand the breeze, windbreaker jackets are a good option for any outdoor activity when all you need is a light jacket.
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A running jacket is an essential piece of gear for weather protection, temperature regulation, moisture management, wind resistance, and visibility, to name a few reasons.
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We tested dog raincoats to find the 6 best raincoats of 2025 for dogs of all breeds and sizes considering hood, durability, waterproofing, adjustability, and ease of walking.
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We researched the 100 most popular winter gloves, liner gloves, heated gloves, and mittens to find the best gloves for running, cycling, extreme cold, and touchscreen usage.
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We spent 4 years testing 24 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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We tested the On Cloudhorizon Waterproof Hiking Shoes on trails and in town and reviewed them based on comfort, fit, style, traction, cushion, waterproofness, and more.
Find the best dog backpacks for hiking and camping—tested packs for comfort, fit, durability, and storage capacity.
We’ve tested our fair share of hiking, wool, and synthetic socks over the years. But for really wet conditions in the outdoors, waterproof socks can be key. Our tester is an avid camper, hiker, biker, and angler who values creature comforts. After months of testing waterproof socks, we’ve narrowed the list to our favorites.
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After researching and testing 12+ mountain biking headlamps and handlebar lights, we found the brightest and best battery life LED MTB lights for night riding. We rank bar lights and helmet lights by lumens max output, USB charging, and price including Light & Motion, Bontrager, Niterider, Cygolite, Gloworm, and more.
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