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Best Rain Jackets of 2025
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Best Rain Jackets of 2025

From drizzles to downpours, we’ve got your back. Our team of seasoned hikers weathered the storm to find the best rain jackets for performance and protection.
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
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Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025

Whether you need to crush big days in comfort or blaze your own path through the backcountry, these are the best pants for hiking, backpacking, and big adventures.
Best Rain Pants of 2025
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Best Rain Pants of 2025

We’ve trekked thousands of miles in drizzles, downpours and snow to find the most protective, versatile, and comfy rain pants out there. Any weather is hiking weather with the right gear!
Best Hiking Socks of 2025
Closeup of a hiker's feet in the Darn Tough Light Hiker Micro Crew socks and Salomon X Ultra shoes on the rim of the Grand Canyon

Best Hiking Socks of 2025

Keep blisters at bay with the perfect pair of well-cushioned hiking socks. Check out our top picks to pamper your feet on your next backpacking adventure.
Best Sun Shirts of 2025
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Best Sun Shirts of 2025

We rooted through outdoor brands for the best sun protective shirts and then put the top ten through tough adventures and many miles to give you the most complete guide to the best sun shirts for hiking.
Best Hiking Pants for Women 2025
A person is standing on a rock and holding the Distance Carbon trekking poles. The area is rocky with some trees surrounding the wash. There are some rocky, desert peaks in the distance.

Best Hiking Pants for Women 2025

From comfort to durability, we tested a variety of hiking pants to find the best options for every adventure. Discover which pants offer the perfect balance of value, mobility, and performance.

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Women’s The North Face Hydrenalite Down Hoodie, Tested & Reviewed
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Women’s The North Face Hydrenalite Down Hoodie, Tested & Reviewed

Published: January 1, 2026
This down puffy isn’t really tactical unless you have a short torso and wear fitted/cropped baselayers. But it is warm, packable, and cute.
Women’s Outdoor Research Super Alpine Down Parka, Tested & Reviewed
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Women’s Outdoor Research Super Alpine Down Parka, Tested & Reviewed

Published: December 31, 2025
Intended as a “belay jacket,” it will keep you toasty and functioning when the weather tries to shut down your objective, or worse, shut down your body.
Women’s Arc’teryx Atom Hoody, Tested & Reviewed
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Women’s Arc’teryx Atom Hoody, Tested & Reviewed

Published: December 31, 2025
Go into any CleverHiker closet or backpack, and chances are you’ll find an Arc’teryx Atom of varying generations. It’s our lightweight “security blanket” layer that will keep us warm and moving on all our outings.
Women’s REI Campwell Down Parka Review
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Women’s REI Campwell Down Parka Review

Published: December 31, 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.
Best Winter Jackets for Women of 2025
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Best Winter Jackets for Women of 2025

Last Updated: December 27, 2025
We tested this year’s finest winter jackets and parkas in Colorado, Montana, and British Columbia to find the most stylish, toasty, and windproof layers for taking on driving snow, wintery mixes, and sub-zero temperatures.
Best Winter Boots for Women of 2025
All the boots we tested are lined up on top of the snow with mountains in the background.

Best Winter Boots for Women of 2025

Last Updated: December 20, 2025
We’ve braved the winter chill to find top-notch boots that blend function with fashion. These winter wonders will keep you stomping away with confidence.
Best Winter Boots for Men of 2025
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Best Winter Boots for Men of 2025

Last Updated: December 20, 2025
We’ve covered hundreds of miles on and off trail to bring you the best winter boots available – from heavy-duty options to some closer to insulated running shoes.
10 Best Winter Gloves of 2026
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10 Best Winter Gloves of 2026

Last Updated: December 15, 2025
From snow and slush to icy water, we’ve dunked our hands and hiked mile after mile to find which gloves will keep your hands the warmest no matter what winter throws at you.
The North Face Montana Ski Gloves Review
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The North Face Montana Ski Gloves Review

Last Updated: December 15, 2025
These winter gloves kept our digits far from the elements while testing in Alaska, so they made it on our list of favorites.
Showa Atlas 282-02 Gloves Review
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Showa Atlas 282-02 Gloves Review

Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Ideal for winter work, fishing, or cold and wet adventures, these simple but effective gloves keep your hands protected without sacrificing dexterity.
Rab Khroma Freeride Gore-Tex Gloves Review
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Rab Khroma Freeride Gore-Tex Gloves Review

Published: December 15, 2025
These well-designed gloves provide excellent weather protection, reliable warmth, and excellent dexterity, making them ideal for snowsports tackling challenging terrain in demanding winter conditions.
Kinco Lined Heavy-Duty Premium Ski Glove Review
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Kinco Lined Heavy-Duty Premium Ski Glove Review

Published: December 15, 2025
Built for winter work and play, these insulated gloves offer dependable durability and warmth, keeping hands protected and comfortable from backyard chores to mountain adventures.
REI Flash Power Wool Gloves Review
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REI Flash Power Wool Gloves Review

Published: December 15, 2025
These lightweight gloves combine natural wool comfort with breathable, fast-drying performance, delivering dependable warmth and dexterity for quick-paced adventures and everyday use in chilly conditions.
Men’s Paka Apu Parka Review
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Men’s Paka Apu Parka Review

Published: December 10, 2025
This jacket combines alpaca and synthetic insulation with dependable weather protection, offering warm, breathable comfort and trustworthy performance for active use in cold winter conditions.
Men’s Arc’teryx Atom SV Review
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Men’s Arc’teryx Atom SV Review

Published: December 10, 2025
Lightweight yet warm, this alpine-focused jacket excels in cold, fast-moving missions, offering exceptional comfort, breathability, and packability for demanding mountain pursuits and backcountry adventures.
Men’s Patagonia Tres 3-in-1 Parka Review
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Men’s Patagonia Tres 3-in-1 Parka Review

Published: December 9, 2025
This versatile 3-in-1 jacket combines warmth, waterproof protection, and everyday style, making it a dependable choice for city commutes and cold-weather adventures alike.
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