Berne Broudy
Vermont-based writer, photographer and adventurer, Berne reports on hiking, biking, skiing, overlanding, travel, climbing and kayaking for category-leading publications in the U.S., Europe and beyond. In the field, she’s been asked to deliver a herd of llamas to a Bolivian mountaintop corral, had first fat-biking descents in Alaska, helped establish East Greenland’s first sport climbing and biked the length of Jordan. She’s worked to help brands clean up their materials and manufacturing, and has had guns pulled on her in at least three continents.
Latest articles by Berne Broudy
Arc’teryx Alpha SL Anorak review: a comfortable and form-fitting jacket
By Berne Broudy last updated
It’s hard to beat the waterproof Arc’teryx Alpha SL Anorak when it comes to climbing and cragging
Outdoor Research Women’s Motive AscentShell Jacket review: a stretchy waterproof for comfortable running
By Berne Broudy published
Providing optimum comfort for a waterproof, the Outdoor Research Women’s Motive AscentShell Jacket is ideal for high-output outdoor activities
Ortovox Women’s Civetta Jacket review: a light and well-featured jacket for hiking
By Berne Broudy published
For fast and light alpine adventures, the Ortovox Women’s Civetta Jacket is the waterproof you need
Marmot Precip Eco review: a superb value and comfortable women’s jacket
By Berne Broudy published
Excellent value, the Marmot Precip Eco is one of the best women’s waterproof jackets on the market
Stio Rollick Trench review: a useful women’s jacket that’s suited to everyday use
By Berne Broudy published
The Stio Rollick Trench is a reliable women’s waterproof jacket for casual, everyday use
Mammut Kento HS Hooded women’s waterproof jacket review: a fantastic jacket for year-round use
By Berne Broudy published
Whatever the seasons throw at you, the Mammut Kento HS Hooded is a great choice
Hoka One One Women’s Gore-Tex Shakedry Run Jacket review: an excellent jacket for running
By Berne Broudy published
Pricey but worth it, the Hoka One One Women’s Gore-Tex Shakedry Run Jacket is simply the best jacket for wet-weather running
Patagonia Storm 10 women’s waterproof jacket review: a comfortable and well-featured jacket
By Berne Broudy published
The Patagonia Storm 10 is one of the best women’s waterproof jackets for a wide range of activity types
Matador Freerain Waterproof 24L Backpack review: a versatile and lightweight dry bag
By Berne Broudy published
A super-nifty, collapsible dry bag with a harness, the Matador Freerain Waterproof 24L Backpack comes in handy for a variety of adventures
Filson Women’s Swiftwater Rain Jacket review: a rugged jacket for wet weather
By Berne Broudy published
The Filson Women’s Swiftwater Rain Jacket is your top choice for low terrain walking, field sports and fishing
Velocio Ultralight Rain Jacket review: an ultralight women's rain jacket for cycling and hiking
By Berne Broudy published
The Velocio Ultralight Rain Jacket is a "bombproof", figure-hugging waterproof jacket with dialled-in features for female cyclists
Best mountains to climb in the US: 7 spectacular mountains that everyone can climb
By Berne Broudy last updated
Forget international peak bagging – here are the best mountains to climb in the US that anyone with reasonable fitness can ascend
Mustang Highwater 60L Gear Hauler review: a capable pack perfect separating out wet and dry gear
By Berne Broudy published
A double-chambered, waterproof kit carrier, the Mustang Highwater 60L Gear Hauler allows you to transport both wet and dry gear at the same time without cross contamination
Lowa Wendelstein II W’s review: a comfortable boot for moderate trails
By Berne Broudy published
A full-leather walking boot, the Lowa Wendelstein II W is ideal for everyday rambles
Danner Inquire Mid Insulated review: a warm and supportive women’s boot with good grip
By Berne Broudy published
An ankle-warming, high-performing mid-collar boot, the Danner Inquire Mid Insulated is a great choice for colder adventures
Salomon ADV Skin 8 review: a spacious hydration pack for trail runs and longer adventures
By Berne Broudy, Casey Blaine last updated
The Salomon ADV Skin 8 is a body-fit running hydration vest that carries water low on your torso
America’s best thru-hikes: 6 backpacking adventures across the States
By Berne Broudy last updated
The ultimate trekking experience, a thru-hike is an A-to-B backpacking odyssey. Our pick of America's best thru-hikes is likely to leave you with life-long memories
Jack Wolfskin Denali 65 Women backpack review: a beefy pack tailored to long hauls
By Berne Broudy published
The Jack Wolfskin Denali 65 Women is a big-load backpacking pack that makes it easy to get to your gear
Thule Vital 3L Women review: an excellent hydration pack for cycling and running
By Berne Broudy published
The Thule Vital 3L Women is a compact hydration pack that won’t weigh you down
Ortlieb Altrack ST 34 review: a hardy pack with innovative features
By Berne Broudy published
The Ortlieb Altrack ST 34 is dry bag–style backpack that’s ready to tackle both adventure and travel
Osprey Sopris Pro Avy Airbag review: a serious investment for serious adventures
By Berne Broudy published
The first women-specific avalanche airbag pack is sleek and streamlined, with an Alpride inflation system that can be triggered multiple times.
Patagonia 23L Black Hole Pack review: a versatile little bag ideal for commuting
By Berne Broudy published
The Patagonia 23L Black Hole Pack is comfortable urban backpack for carrying your computer and more
Camelbak Shasta 30 review: a spacious and supportive pack loaded with special features
By Berne Broudy published
The Camelbak Shasta 30 is a daypack for dawn to dusk hikes that can also handle gear for a night out