Outerwear

Step-by-step instructions and pro tips from a professional guide and gear tester to help you maximize the lifespan of your lightweight down items

Since its initial release in 1998, the Alpha SV has been the yard stick by which all other rain shells are measured. Our gear expert explains why

With the brand's namesake Arctic explorer in mind, the Norwegian outfitter looks to the past for a more sustainable—and plastic free—way forward

Experts answer what down fill power means and explore goose down vs duck down, fill power vs fill weight, sustainable synthetic alternatives, and more

Everything you should know about lightweight down jackets, from how they're made—and what they're made of—to tested and approved recommendations

Thermore's sustainable, synthetic insulation made with recycled PET bottles has been quietly driving change in the outdoor industry since 1972

The NYC label known for stylish and functional women's outdoor apparel debuts four new styles, including a chic puffer, Merino turtleneck & polo

From alpine summits to frigid cities and everything in between, these down jackets are guaranteed to keep you toasty (and to pack away later)

Exploring the country's ‘one jacket for everything" through the lens of the Arctic country's own outerwear brand 66°North

Launched in 1998, the flagship waterproof shell introduces a sustainable update with recycled fabric, renewing its position as king of gear mountain

Testing body mapping synthetic insulation and a tailored build against NYC’s rugged streets and unpredictable fall weather

Archive-worthy outerwear dating back to WWII makes a return through this modernized collaboration, melding menswear and outdoor originator brands