The best layer you can pack, for really any adventure, is a hardshell jacket. There are expectations, of course, but really only for those who live on the equator. A hardshell is a durable, waterproof ...

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Passing into the realm of the up-there requires not only a mindset change but also a good change of clothing. Waterproof, ...

The Jottnar Odin hardshell jacket has been designed for those who like to play hard in the mountains, but how does it shape up? Here's our review When you purchase through links on our site, we may ...

The Velocio Trail Access Hardshell jacket is designed for the toughest conditions and is Velocio's most technical piece of outerwear. With claims like that, it’s no wonder it comes with a lofty price ...

If you’re planning to ride in cold or wet weather, you’ll want to get your kit right in order to stay warm and dry. However, there’s a bewildering array of waterproof jackets to choose from to protect ...

Nothing is forever. Count the water resistance of your hardshell rain jacket among the things that wear out and disappear over time. That's right, outdoor rain jackets can become water-logged long ...

As the seasons inexorably change for the worse (though secretly I actually really enjoy the onset of autumn and the start of gloomy riding), people are always scratching around for that one piece of ...

Our team recently revamped our lists of the best winter cycling jackets and the best waterproof cycling jackets; two very similar headlines but with very clear differences. As we explored the options, ...