Vertx's Downrange Softshell Jacket is truly unique to the industry based on its combination of features, construction and materials which make it ideal for the prepared professional. With its unique ...

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 ...

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Buying a jacket for the outdoors can be intimidating. Do you want soft shell or hard shell? Gore-Tex or Gore-Tex Pro? And, most confusing of all: waterproof or water-resistant? In this article, we ...

The Endura Pro SL Waterproof Softshell sits close to the top of the Scottish brand's exhaustive range of road jackets. Endura labels this jacket as a softshell, but I’d place it into the ...

Our team recently revamped our lists of the best winter cycling jackets and the best waterproof cycling jackets; two very similar headlines but with very clear differences. As we explored the options, ...

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 ...