Jacket Reviews
Our testers wore jackets from The North Face, Patagonia, Columbia, Rab, Arc'Teryx and REI.
Staying warm while investigating the options for traveling on the vast expanse of Antarctic wilderness below.
Jackets, jackets as far as you can see. The best rain jackets, the best down jackets. Our expert adventure testers have purchased all the coats you can imagine for rigorous, side-by-side comparisons in the unpredictable weather of Alaska, Colorado, the Pacific Northwest and more. From the top winter jackets to the best fleece jackets, they’ve worn them all. Our testers even love when the weather is dreary…and their final selections will keep you happily outdoors in comfort and style.
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The Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody is among the first we throw in our packs for any occasion. It is a solid...
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Rab Kinetic Alpine 2.0 Review
The Rab Kinetic Alpine 2.0 is our favorite jacket for maintaining mobility. The stretch fabric flexes with the body...
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Ranking as one of our favorite midweight jackets, the Arc'teryx Kyanite Hoody stands out for its stretchy soft fabrics...
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Wantdo Mountain Hooded - Women's Review
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REI Co-op Trailmade Fleece - Women's Review
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Wantdo Waterproof Snow Jacket - Men's Review
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