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Cotopaxi Teca Windbreaker Review
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Cotopaxi Teca Windbreaker Review

Made from repurposed materials, this jacket is lightweight, packable, and perfect for fending off wind during your adventures.
Enlightened Equipment Copperfield Review
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Enlightened Equipment Copperfield Review

Coming in at whisper lite 2.3 ounces, gram counters, and base weight watches will rejoice at this ultra-light layer for their next windy weather outing.
Montbell Tachyon Hooded Jacket Review
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Montbell Tachyon Hooded Jacket Review

Ultralight and soft on the skin, this jacket is the perfect windbreaker for anyone who counts every ounce in their backpack.
Ortovox Windbreaker Review
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Ortovox Windbreaker Review

Lightweight, breathable, and wind-resistant, this jacket combines durable materials with the natural warmth of merino wool to make a high-performing layer.
Patagonia Houdini Jacket Review
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Patagonia Houdini Jacket Review

Stay outside longer with this versatile and breathable layer – perfect for any adventure.
Rab Vital Jacket Review
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Rab Vital Jacket Review

With a durable water-repellent finish and versatile design, this jacket is your go-to layer for hiking, climbing, or everyday wear.
Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2025
A backpacker wearing the Black Diamond Alpine Start Windbreaker while hiking in Glacier National Park in June

Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2025

From windy summits to chilly days on the trail, a windbreaker can be a vital piece of gear to keep you comfortable and happy on all your adventures.
Women’s Astral Webber Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester wearing the Astral Webber sandals on a hike.

Women’s Astral Webber Hiking Sandal Review

After weeks of testing, we found these hiking sandals to be best for light outdoor activities, including river floats, beach days, running errands around town, and walking the dog.
Women’s Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV Hiking Sandal Review
Our hiker climbing over a boulder in the Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV hiking sandals.

Women’s Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV Hiking Sandal Review

These sandals haven’t developed a cult following for no reason. For barefoot enthusiasts, they’re some of the best money can buy (and reasonably priced, too).
Women’s Earth Runner Alpha Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester wearing the Earth Runner Alpha sandals on a hike.

Women’s Earth Runner Alpha Hiking Sandal Review

These sandals deliver a barefoot-shoe experience of such a high caliber that they’re still rated favorably among our top picks.
Women’s HOKA Hopara 2 Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester wearing the HOKA Hopara 2 sandals on a hike.

Women’s HOKA Hopara 2 Hiking Sandal Review

We love this sneaker-sandal hybrid for its toe protection, secure fit, flexible ankle collar, and excellent water drainage.
Women’s KEEN Newport H2 Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester on a hike wearing the KEEN Newport H2 sandals.

Women’s KEEN Newport H2 Hiking Sandal Review

These sneaker-sandal hybrid shoes take to water crossings and wet conditions just as well as they take to dry trails of dirt and scree, and they’re durable to boot.
Women’s Luna Mono Winged Edition Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester on a hike wearing the Luna Mono Winged edition sandals.

Women’s Luna Mono Winged Edition Hiking Sandal Review

A CleverHiker favorite for their adjustability, flexibility, and durability, these zero-drop hiking sandals straddle the line between minimalist and supportive.
Women’s Ecco Yucatan Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester wearing the Ecco Yucatan sandals on a hike.

Women’s Ecco Yucatan Hiking Sandal Review

A boon for hikers with narrow feet, these sturdy hiking sandals provide a locked-in fit thanks to their brawny upper and stocky midsole.
Women’s KEEN Rose Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester on a hike in the KEEN Rose sandals.

Women’s KEEN Rose Hiking Sandal Review

These sturdy hiking sandals, with their tough upper and stocky midsole, are great for hikers with narrow feet.
Women’s Teva Hurricane XLT2 Hiking Sandal Review
Our tester on a hike in the Teva Hurricane XLT2 hiking sandals.

Women’s Teva Hurricane XLT2 Hiking Sandal Review

A beefier version of the Teva Original Universal, we love the enhanced traction, wide footbed, and padded heel strap on these chunky utilitarian hiking sandals.
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