Latest down jacket news
Kathmandu Epiq Men’s 600 Fill Down Vest review: a toasty duck down gilet from New Zealand’s finest
I zip up and get cozy in Kathmandu’s Epiq Men’s 600 Fill Down Vest, a premium duck down gilet that packs down small and has a few thoughtful features
Montane Anti-Freeze XT Hoodie review: super-warm, cleverly-designed jacket ideal for the coldest adventures
A chunky monkey of a puffer jacket, the Montane Anti-Freeze XT Hoodie is packed full of recycled down to offer exceptional warmth
New sweater inspired by polar bear fur provides a thinner, warmer alternative to down jackets
Will we all be wearing 'faux'-lar bear apparel on the slopes in a few years? Scientists backing a new synthetic fabric think so
Kathmandu Heli R Hooded Down Jacket review: lighter on the trail, lighter on the planet
The new and improved Heli down jacket is light and packable enough to be thrown in your backpack for any active adventure
Rab Infinity Microlight Down Jacket review: meet your new favorite down jacket
A cozy down jacket that can fend off light rain, this jacket is perfect for frigid hikes, damp, chill mornings at camp, cold days on belay and urban adventures
The 5 types of insulated jackets for hiking
Understand the five main types of insulated jacket for hiking, the pros and cons of each, and figure out which one you need for your greatest adventures
Does your down jacket need a hood? What about your mid layer?
How many hoods is too many hoods? We look at the pros and cons of hoods on down jackets and mid layers
How many pockets do you actually need on your hiking jacket?
You know your hiking jacket needs pockets, but how many do you actually need, and where should they be for optimal access and gear protection?
