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Even if you’re fortunate not to experience a bomb cyclone and the below-freezing temperatures that this weather event triggers, having the right winter coat is essential to surviving the colder months of the year. The best jackets, like In total, we tested 22 winter jackets at various price points. We tested each one in real-time cold-weather environments to understand how well they insulated and protected us from rain, wind, snow, and sleet, judging each one on how well they worked with a variety of inner layers, how they felt and whether or not they proved to be excessively bulky or interfered with our range of movement, and how well they’d perform in a variety of circumstances. Each jacket was then rated on a five-point scale on the key characteristics of a good winter coat, including comfort, warmth and insulation, overall design and quality of materials, and whether extras like a snow skirt or wrist gaiters were needed, and the price-to-value ratio. What We Don't Like • On the expensive side, but worth it The myriad benefits of the Stormcraft Down Parka from Outdoor Research are stealthily applied—our tester noted that it feels relatively thin compared to heavier winter jackets, but that “lack of puff” provides a full range of motion and ample layering opportunities thanks to its relaxed fit, and it kept them warm on days when the A longer length adds a bit of extra protection, and the wrist gaiters help keep wind, moisture, and snow from penetrating the sleeves, but ...

Our hard-charging experts have spent the past decade pushing over 60 hardshells to the max. For this update, we purchased and tested 11 of the best hardshell jackets side-by-side. We've skinned up backcountry missions, shredded at ski resorts, and shivered on ice routes. In addition to field testing, we've subjected them to various lab tests, in which each model has been analyzed based on five critical metrics, including weather protection and breathability. We've hit the High Sierra, Colorado, and British Columbia to bring you our reporting on the best of the best and budget-oriented hardshells. We're ready to help you find something for your next ski touring date or gnarly big mountain adventure. The Editor's Note: This review was updated on January 11, 2023 with the addition of a handful of new products, including the Norrona Trollveggen Gore-Tex Pro Light, Patagonia Triolet, and Mountain Equipment Lhotse, as well as a new slate of award winners. Related: 73 Star Rating • 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 Pros Excellent weather protection, great fit and coverage, good ventilation Unrivaled weather protection, great fit, durable, vents well Sturdy weather protection, supple fabric, lightweight, breathable Perfect fit for climbing, good features, durable Athletic fit, good packability, plenty of venting options, decent weather protection Cons Very expensive, a bit heavy, style not for everyone Expensive, ligh...

I need to get something off my chest: I love Harrington jackets. They're so basic—a Harrington, at the end of the day, is just a so reliable. They're trusty. They're chic. They never go out of style. Praise be to the Harrington! The style, popularized by British counterculture in the '80s, is definitively, effortlessly cool. I mean, just look at James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause, sporting that youthfully chic and stylish red number. Who doesn't want to be him? Who doesn't want to be a Sex Pistols-listening, in-the-know patron of the kickiest parts of life? A Harrington brings you one step closer to being there—and, thanks to its For spring and summer, the Harrington is your best friend. It's the last piece you shrug on before heading out the door. It's what you bring in your bag because you checked the weather and it

Icy wind, freezing rain, mountain climates, coastal evenings, chilly deserts, winter travel, pub crawls… there are a million scenarios when having a great travel jacket is awesome. But which one jacket is the best travel jacket? Every backpacker, regardless of where they plan to go traveling, should always bring along an awesome jacket. It’s just one of those things you need as a traveler. I can’t tell you how many times my own jackets have saved my life (literally) in the mountains. Having a good jacket is as important as having shoes that fit or a backpack with two shoulder straps. A travel jacket is a staple piece of equipment that should always be tucked down somewhere in the depths of your backpack. That’s exactly why I wrote this epic guide of the ‘Best Travel Jackets in 2022!’ I have scoured the far reaches of the outdoor gear world to bring you several of my top picks for best travel jackets of the year. By the end of this guide, you’ll have everything you need to know – cost, performance, weight, and all of the factors that go into making an awesome jacket to take traveling. Quick Answer: Best Travel Jackets Roundup 2022 • Overall Best Travel Jacket – • Best Travel Jacket for Backpackers: • Best Rain Jacket to Take Traveling – • Best Winter Jacket for Travelers – • The Ultimate Travel Jacket for Hikers – • Best Travel Jacket for Women – • Most Badass Snowboard/Ski Jacket – • Best Budget Travel Jacket – • Most Stylish Travel Jacket – The Patagonia Nano Puff The Pat...

THE BEST jackets for men let you stay out longer, create more memories, and raise your profile that much more. They are, in short, all about excess, but in the best possible way. Read more: When selecting a jacket, it’s important to understand its use. Our picks are going to last for years, so it’s best to decide now how you’ll be wearing them. But once the initial choice is made, it’s all about making its style yours. After all, you’re joining the grand procession of men over the centuries. It’s time to don your jacket and step into their ranks. Read more: Parkas From arctic exploration to The Hawk’s cold cutting down Chicago city streets, parkas are the nuclear option when it comes to the worst of winter weather. If you’re in for a long, cold one, it’s time to break out the big guns. The ultimate in luxury and excess, it’s easy to dismiss Moncler as hype. It’s far from it. The Aja’s exterior is crafted from water-resistant nylon most often found in the company’s rainwear, while the inside is packed with down fill. Faux-fir hood trim pays homage to the style’s roots. Warmth, water resistance, and a refined look—what more could you need? The North Face comes clutch with durable jackets that look great, and this burnt olive parka, which is lined with Heatseeker technology that provides extra insulation, is no exception. Bomber Jackets As the name suggests (and your repeated viewing of Top Gun confirms), bombers were the uniform of the day for generations of military pilots....