Patagonia Grade VII Parka Review (2026)

The Warmest Jacket Patagonia Makes—And Why It Matters in the Alpine. Not all insulated jackets are built for the same purpose. Some are designed for movement, others for everyday

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PFAS-Free Jackets: The Complete Guide to Rain, Ski, and Snow Shells (2026)

Extended ski touring in a steady snow is a great way to test the performance of PFAS-free DWR.Heads up: Several Arc’teryx men’s and women’s ski and ride shells

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Patagonia Powder Town Review: Jacket, Insulated Jacket, Pants & Bibs

Todd wearing the Patagonia Powder Town Insulated jacket and pants for a full day on sleds in the backcountry.The Patagonia Powder Town line is designed to be a

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Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Review: The Best All-Around Rain Jacket Under $200

We tested the Patagonia Torrentshell 3L in  high-alpine conditions and numerous storms to see if it lives up to its reputation. The result is a comfortable, versatile rain shell

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The Best Down Jackets of 2026

Below we’ve grouped our picks for the best down jacket so you can match warmth, weight and packability to your needs. We do our best to give you

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Patagonia Hi-Loft Nano Puff Hoody Review: A Synthetic Heavyweight

When Patagonia dropped the Hi-Loft Nano Puff, it felt like their answer to the common question: Can you get down-sweater warmth without down?Clear, cold, and windy. The Hi-Loft

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Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight Review: Breathable Warmth for High-Output Adventures

Patagonia stripped down its Nano-Air jacket to create an ultralight shell for high-output activities while still providing a touch of warmth. I find it to be an impressive

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Patagonia Stormstride | Testing the backcountry ski pant

The Patagonia Stormstride series is designed for backcountry touring but capable of pulling double-duty at the resort. This waterproof and breathable ski pant offers plenty of stretch for

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Patagonia Stormstride Jacket review: Testing the backcountry-focused ski shell

The Patagonia Stormstride is a backcountry ski jacket made for high-output ski touring. The Patagonia Stormstride series is the brand's most breathable jacket and pants for ski touring. The

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Patagonia Black Hole Duffel | Comparing the 40L, 55L, 70L and 100L sizes

The go-to Patagonia Black Hole Duffel receives a facelift with even more recycled fabrics. I haul it through airports, to national parks, and even to the pool to

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