The trouble with fleece is that by itself it usually isn t all that warm at least, not when worn as the primary insulating piece in cold weather. Most soft shells are aimed at the high-aerobic market, ...

From storm-proof shells to ultra warm down layers, we tested the best new ski and snowboard jackets across resorts and ...

Soft shell jackets such as the Patagonia Mixmaster ($299; www.patagonia.com) have a lot going for them. They re nearly impervious to wind, shed light rain and snow, breathe well, and offer a much ...

No matter the time of year I’m hiking, I always pack a jacket, but hiking jackets vary greatly depending on the environment and season. While a soft shell windbreaker might be the perfect choice for a ...

Cold mornings creep in as budgets bite. A £12 layer that shrugs off wind could spare you cranking the heating. Shoppers want kit that bridges sunshine and showers without weighing them down or ...

While the Berghaus Taboche wasn’t designed for bike use, the cut is so good that you don’t feel like you’re having to make any compromises when wearing it cycling. The articulated shape of the cut ...

Our team recently revamped our lists of the best winter cycling jackets and the best waterproof cycling jackets; two very similar headlines but with very clear differences. As we explored the options, ...

Our team of experts has selected the best waterproof jackets out of hundreds of models. Don't buy a waterproof jacket before ...

The Rab Firewall Light Waterproof Jacket is an impressively light, packable shell designed for outdoor adventures and general leisure use. Using three-layer Proflex fabric, it offers a supple feel ...

The best layer you can pack, for really any adventure, is a hardshell jacket. There are expectations, of course, but really only for those who live on the equator. A hardshell is a durable, waterproof ...