Aesthetics are subjective; performance is not. At the end of the day, this dynamic is what defines outdoor apparel: Do the clothes merely look nice, or will they hold up against inclement climates? If ...

When it comes to waterproof insulation, Gore-Tex is king. It’s a high-performance nylon ripstop blend that’s waterproof, ...

A backpacking rain jacket is a must-have, even if you’re expecting nothing but bright, sunny hiking weather. Mother Nature is unpredictable; you never know when the sky might open up in a torrential ...

The best rain gear for fishing needs to keep you dry. Period. Snow, rain, or sleet—the fish wait for nobody. This means dedicated anglers are out there in the worst of conditions. If you don’t have ...

His full name isn’t as well known as Thomas Edison or Alexander Graham Bell’s, but if you spend any amount of time outdoors, there’s a good chance you’ll find at least part of Robert W. Gore’s name on ...

More often than not, my rain jacket sits unused at the bottom of my pack, but when I need to pull it out, it’s a real lifesaver. Soaking through a puffer or base layer can send even the most hardened ...