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Helly Hansen Urban Lab Down Parka Review
Helly Hansen Urban Lab Down Parka Review
Published:
February 11, 2025
Designed with Helly Hansen’s experience in wet weather, this jacket offers a modern style, waterproof protection, and warm insulation for use in cold and wet conditions.
Women’s REI Norseland Down Parka Review
Women’s REI Norseland Down Parka Review
Published:
February 11, 2025
This cozy, durable winter jacket is designed for cold winter conditions and light precipitation. With 650-fill down and a breathable DWR shell, it offers phenomenal warmth and moderate moisture protection.
Rab Deep Cover Down Parka Review
Rab Deep Cover Down Parka Review
Published:
February 11, 2025
Warmth, style, and functionality, this full-seat coverage, down parka is ideal for winter walks in cold, dry conditions and fends off heavy rain/snow relatively well.
Women’s REI Stormhenge 850 Hybrid Parka Review
Women’s REI Stormhenge 850 Hybrid Parka Review
Published:
February 11, 2025
Great for cold hikes or everyday winter adventures, this parka is a cozy, waterproof parka with eco-friendly insulation, a comfy fit, and all the right details.
The North Face Triple C Parka Review
The North Face Triple C Parka Review
Published:
February 11, 2025
This full-length parka feels incredibly cozy head to toe while getting blasted by arctic temperatures and wind.
Venture Pal 35 Daypack Review
Venture Pal 35 Daypack Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
The most afforable daypack we recommend, the Venture Pal 35 pairs a lot of storage capacity with not a lot of weight.
Salomon Trailblazer 20 pack Review
Salomon Trailblazer 20 pack Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
We recommend the Salomon Trailblazer 20 for hikers who need a streamlined daypack for just the essentials.
Mystery Ranch Gallagator Daypack Review
Mystery Ranch Gallagator Daypack Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
The Mystery Ranch Gallagator unzips at the front for easy access – making it great for shlepping our cameras, binoculars, and packable fishing poles.
Osprey Stratos 24 / Sirrus 24 Daypack Review
Osprey Stratos 24 / Sirrus 24 Daypack Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
For comfortable, durable, and well-organized daypacks, we recommend twins from Osprey – the Stratos 24 for men and Sirrus 24 for women.
Men’s Patagonia DAS Parka Review
Men’s Patagonia DAS Parka Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
This performance parka will keep you warm and protected on your next cold and wet adventure.
Feathered Friends Khumbu Expedition Parka Review
Feathered Friends Khumbu Expedition Parka Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
This winter parka is built for the coldest environments and places on Earth. The Khumbu parka is designed for mountaineering and high mountain adventures.
Columbia Heavenly Long Hooded Insulated Jacket Review
Columbia Heavenly Long Hooded Insulated Jacket Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
Great color and size options make this long jacket a fan favorite for mild winters and shoulder seasons.
Outdoor Research Coze Down Parka Review
Outdoor Research Coze Down Parka Review
Published:
February 10, 2025
This isn’t your average casual winter coat—it’s your personal portable furnace. With its calf-length coverage, 700+ fill-down insulation, and wind-resistant shell, it’s built to tackle freezing temps with ease.
Women’s The North Face Arctic Parka, Tested & Reviewed
Women’s The North Face Arctic Parka, Tested & Reviewed
Published:
February 10, 2025
This cozy, durable winter jacket is designed for cold, wet conditions. With 600-fill recycled down and a waterproof DryVent shell, it offers phenomenal warmth and trusty moisture protection.
Best Hiking Daypacks of 2025
Best Hiking Daypacks of 2025
Last Updated:
February 10, 2025
Whether you are bagging peaks or packing a picnic, our trail-tested recommendations for the best daypacks will help you keep all your essentials close at hand.
Mountain Hardwear Stretchdown Hoody Review
Mountain Hardwear Stretchdown Hoody Review
Published:
February 7, 2025
A durable and stretchy down jacket offering excellent mobility, cozy warmth, and versatility for outdoor activities and casual wear, ideal for shoulder seasons and active adventures.