When it comes to winter sports, I often opt for a hard shell instead of a ski jacket because I want to strategically layer so I can easily control my temperature. It might seem counterintuitive that a ...

If you browse for a new hard shell jacket either online or at a retail store you might be overwhelmed by the vast number of products and featured technologies. What is the difference between a shell ...

View post: I Rode a Real Tour de France Race Bike Through the Alps. Here's What Surprised Me Most. The North Face Alta Vista Shell Jacket is just $99 right now at REI, and at a nearly 30% discount, it ...

Our picks for the best tried-and-true women’s ski jackets of 2026. When it comes to ski jackets, there’s likely hundreds of options on the market at this point. Between insulated, hardshell, and ...

If you're exploring anywhere known for rain, having this in your bag wouldn't hurt.

The wind-resistance and waterproofing are "excellent." ...

Endura's MTR Shell has been designed for multi-day adventures and is robust enough for everyday use. It's a lightweight and packable jacket that will fit into a jersey pocket – simply roll up and ...

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Expensive. Can't use the hand pockets with a climbing harness. Like most durable water repellents, it uses carcinogenic perfluorocarbons in the waterproofing process. When it comes to outdoor ...

When it comes to ski jackets, there’s likely hundreds of options on the market at this point. Between insulated, hardshell, and softshell jackets, we’ve been busy testing the year’s best products.

If you’re exploring anywhere known for rain, having this in your bag wouldn’t hurt. The Arc’teryx Beta SL Shell Jacket is now selling for $300, a rare 40% discount off the normal price of $500. This ...