Clothes

Which mid layer actually breathes better and which survives a season of use? Here’s how Alpha Direct and grid fleece really compare for active insulation.

Rain pants, a rain skirt, or wind pants? Here’s how weight, price, and breathability actually compare, and which one fits your trip.

Vapor barrier liners can save a soaked sleeping bag on multi-day winter trips, but they’re useless or worse if you use them wrong. Here’s when to bother.