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Breathable waterproof fabrics: 6 high-performing, rain-ready fabrics that rival Gore-Tex
By Julia Clarke last updated
Discover six breathable waterproof fabrics that deliver ultimate weather protection while keeping you from getting clammy on the dampest of days

How to waterproof a backpack: five great ideas to keep your gear dry as a bone, whatever the weather
By Julia Clarke last updated
We reveal five simple ways to waterproof a backpack so that spare clothes, kit and food stay dry in the rain

What is DWR treatment? The ins and outs of durable water repellent
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
If you buy outdoors kit, you will have heard of DWR – but do you know what it does? We explain what DWR is and the benefits for wet-weather gear

Highlander Munro V2 Mountain Jacket: into the hills we go with this Scottish waterproof
By Alex Foxfield published
We brave the elements in Highlander’s Munro V2 Mountain Jacket, a fully-featured yet great value mountain hard shell for serious hikers

Montane Cetus Lite Waterproof Jacket review: the first chance to try out the brand’s new breathable waterproof tech
By Pat Kinsella published
A three-layer waterproof jacket made with recycled material and Montane’s new Petrichor membrane

The best waterproof jackets 2025: brave the elements with these top-rated hard and softshells
By Pat Kinsella last updated
Protect yourself against the weather with our edit of the best waterproof jackets that will keep you warm and dry

What are taped seams, and why are they so vital?
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Our expert guide to taped seams, one of the most crucial features in any piece of waterproof gear, from jackets to tents

What is Gore-Tex? Our expert guide to the breathable waterproof fabric
By Julia Clarke last updated
What is Gore-Tex? Our expert guide into how this membrane came to conquer the outdoor industry and keep all of us backcountry explorer types dry
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