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Montane Anti-Freeze XT Hoodie review: super-warm, cleverly-designed jacket ideal for the coldest adventures
By Pat Kinsella published
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
By Dave Golder published
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
By Julia Clarke published
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
By Julia Clarke last updated
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
By Julia Clarke published
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?
By Julia Clarke published
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?
By Julia Clarke published
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?

Napapijri Alvar Short Jacket review: a practical mid layer or stylish outer layer
By Sian Lewis last updated
A smart, water-resistant, mid layer, the Napapijri Alvar Short Jacket proves that synthetic fill can be as warming as down
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