Best Women’s Rain Pants for Hiking and Backpacking
Don’t let a little rain keep you from getting out on the trail. Check out our guide to the top waterproof pants for women and carry on hiking come rain or shine!
Best Rain Pants for Hiking & Backpacking in 2023
You can’t always predict when Mother Nature will throw a downpour your way, but you can prepare! In our guide we recommend our favorite waterproof pants and also what features to keep an eye out for in the best rain pants.
Best Lightweight Rain Jackets for Hiking and Backpacking
Weather looking questionable? Never fear! In this buying guide, we introduce you to 12 awesome lightweight rain shells that will let you hit the trails no matter what the weather’s doing!
Best 3-in-1 Jacket for Outdoor Adventure [2023 Edition]
If you like a little versatility in your mid & shell layers, then consider our top pick for the title of the Best 3-in-1 Jacket.
Best Hardshell Jacket For 4-Season Hiking 2023
If you’re going to be hitting the trail in changeable weather, then check out our guide to the best hardshell jackets & always have a great shell layer.
Best Hiking Jacket for All-Weather Protection
A spot of rain isn’t a good reason to stay off the trails – especially with our guide to the top hiking rain jackets.
Best Packable Down Jacket – Women’s Edition 2023
In this guide, we’ll introduce you to seven awesome down jackets for every occasion – from peak-bagging missions in the high alpine to cool nights around camp.
Best Rain Poncho for Wet-Weather Hiking
If you’ve ever been soaked on the trail, you’ll understand the importance of good rain gear! In our guide, we put 9 of the best rain ponchos through their paces.
Best Mountaineering Pants For Alpine Adventures
Whether you’re a dedicated ice climber or a light-and-fast alpinist, you need a quality pair of pants for your adventures. Our guide reviews 7 top pants to help you find the perfect pair for you mountaineering escapades.
How to Make a Rain Poncho: A Step-by-Step Guide
You don’t have to splash the cash to get great protection from the rain on your hikes. In this guide, we show you how to make your very own rain blocker at home using upcycled or low-cost materials: the rain poncho!
Why Does Rain Gear Wet Out?
Gear wetting out in the rain? We’ve been there, done that, and acquired the smarts on how to prevent and mitigate the problem along the way. In this short, straight-talking guide, we tell you how it’s done.
How Waterproof/Breathable Fabrics Work
Many manufacturers make waterproof yet breathable fabrics, but how exactly do these miracle products work? We ease you through the science.
Waterproof vs Water-Resistant: What Is The Difference?
Waterproof and water-resistant tend to be used interchangeably by most people, but there is an difference – find out what that is with our guide.
How to Care for DWR With DWR Spray: Gear Maintenance 101
Keep your expensive waterproof clothing waterproof by learning how to care for DWR. We take you through how to extend the life, and how to reapply DWR.
What Is Hydrostatic Head? A Layman’s Guide
HH or Hydrostatic Head is a commonly used expression by clothing and tent manufacturers to tout their wares, but what exactly does it mean?
DWR: What Is It & How Does It Keep You Dry?
Durable Water Repellant (DWR) is a common feature in modern rain gear. We explain what it is, how it works, and why some people take issue with it.
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