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We tested over 20 fuzzy pullovers and jackets to find the 5 highest-performing fleeces for every cold-weather adventure
Layering is important on ordinary days, not just when you’re out adventuring
Which is better: a couple of pieces that capably do the job, or an array of options for dialed-in performance?
Go sledding, slow cook a hearty stew, sip on a rich cup of hot cocoa. Just because the days are shorter and colder doesn’t have to mean they’re any less fun.
These vests, fleeces, shells, and puffies came up just short of print inclusion—but they’re still worth your attention
Threads that keep your body temp just right
No matter the temperature, these tops and bottoms kept us comfortable
Is there anything better than a comfortable sweatshirt?
Not only do we use this stuff for 130 days every summer—we're not exactly nice to it in the process
With these key items, regulating your body’s temperature is a cinch
Keeping your body temperature at a happy equilibrium starts with the right layers
The queen of wool on what she'd wear if she were forced to never wear wool again
Swaddle yourself in light-weight, breathable warmth
For supreme durability and warmth, grab one of these
Tights and insulators to keep you warm and feeling strong
This jacket is knit from recycled polyester "yarn," making it dump heat better than its competitors
There's a lot to talk about when it comes to this fabric
We weigh in on our favorite shoulder-season shirts and jackets
In short, it's smartly designed and great looking
We asked a group of pro outdoor athletes how they deal with conditions that can swing from sunny and warm to cold and dreary in an instant
They work so well, we wanted to know what was going on inside
Vests are the Swiss Army knives of layering. They work in summer and winter, in town and on the mountain, for early morning dawn patrols and out for dinner. Here are six of our favorites.
How to stay warm and dry, one layer at a time
Your favorite piece of fitness apparel just got even better, thanks to a DWR coating
It looks like a sweatshirt, but performs like a jacket.
Don’t just throw money at the problem. Master layering—yes, even for summer!—and the outdoors will never be the same.
Forget the forecast. This gear will keep you moving through the toughest season.
You'll need lots of plaid, flannel, a pair of work boots, and a cap. With earflaps.
Horny Toad's knit sweatshirt is perfect for hanging around the fireplace this holiday season.
When it comes to holiday giving, you should never have to choose. This year, our editors have pulled together 68 perfect ideas—priced from $4 to $50,000—guaranteed to make anyone on your list feel like a million bucks.
Bug spray seems messy and outdated. Do the apps for Android phones and iPhones really work? What about bug-repellent clothing?
A whitewater-specific design that can take multiple hits and should accommodate just about every head size and shape. (It comes with an assortment of pads for fine-tuning the fit.)
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Merrell Mariposa waterproof jacket.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer's Buying Guide, including the Prana Piggyback yoga-mat strap.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Oakley carry-on roller bag.
ϳԹ picks the essentials for January, including the Patagonia Reversible Flannel jacket.
The best gear for fly-fishing fanatics, from quick-drying water shoes to a handmade paddle.
Versatile outfits, shoes, and other gear made with world travelers in mind.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Moving Comfort Rebound Racer Bra.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2012 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the Fischer RCS Carbonlite Skating Hole skis.
ϳԹ brings you the best adventure-specific dresses for your next late summer trip.
Seven surfers from Montauk, New York, give you the lowdown on one of the East Coast's premier surf towns.
Casual-but-sharp button-downs and lace-ups for the summer season, including the Patagonia Three Trees men's shirt.
Casual-but-sharp button-downs and lace-ups for the summer season, including the Eddie Bauer Legend Wash Poplin men's shirt.
Casual-but sharp button-downs and lace-ups for the summer season including the Quiksilver Marzone SS men's shirt.
Design and Technology Special: The world's most streamlined and innovative new gear, gadgets, tools and toys, including Icebreaker's Realfleece Sierra Hood.
Design and Technology Special: The world's most streamlined and innovative new gear, gadgets, tools and toys, including Patagonia's Ultralight down shirt.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Outlier Blazed Cotton Pivot Sleeve Shirt.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Ibex Giro Neo FX L/S Jersey.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Rowena Jacket.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Patagonia Nano Puff vest.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Athleta Scratch Windbreak jacket.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Club Ride Go Long Jersey.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Atalaya Skirt.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the The North Face Krakatoa Half Zip Hoodie.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Ibex Shak Lite Half Zip Long-Sleeve.
Redesigned with 60 percent recycled polyester, the new R1 still maintains its signature stretch and breathability. Not that it’ll wear out anytime soon, but when you’re ready for a new one, send it back to Patagonia and they’ll recycle it. patagonia.com…
The low-key style, almost hidden pockets, and minimal amount of PrimaLoft One synthetic insulation make it perfect for mild days. 1.2 lbs; merrell.com…
Good for Trail More nano than puff. This half-zip, one-pocket, and lightly insulated synthetic pullover is remarkably bulk-free, considering how warm it is. We loved it as a midlayer on cold days at the resort or as a light jacket on chilly fall outings. 10 oz;…
Patagonia's Cotton Steersman Shirt (Inga Hendrickson) On your bod Patagonia's cotton Steersman shirt, because, seriously, technical wear for a fishing shirt? patagonia.com Fishpond San Juan Vertical Chest Pack (Courtesy of Fishpond) For day trips, Fishpond's San Juan Vertical Chest Pack fits two fly boxes and a flask—more…