A quality soft shell is the best jacket for athletes who perform highly aerobic activities in variable conditions (basically, spring pretty much anywhere in the country). While this type of jacket won ...

Expensive. Can't use the hand pockets with a climbing harness. Like most durable water repellents, it uses carcinogenic perfluorocarbons in the waterproofing process. When it comes to outdoor ...

Drew Zieff is a Tahoe-based freelance writer whose expertise ranges from snow sports in the winter to camping accessories in the summer. New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming ...