Latest hardshell jackets news
Ortovox Mesola ski jacket review: what the shell? A superb hard/soft hybrid you’ll love
An unusual jacket for winter adventures, the Ortovox Mesola cleverly combines hardshell and softshell elements to provide versatile comfort and performance
Berghaus MTN Guide GTX Pro Jacket review: a robust waterproof for extremes
We head for the peaks in Berghaus’ MTN Guide GTX Pro Jacket, one of the highlights of the British brands’ technical Extrem range.
The North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight Jacket review: hardshell performance with a shoftshell feel
A remarkably flexible and comfortable jacket, the North Face Summit Torre Egger Futurelight is ideal for tackling the worst conditions in the mountains
7 reasons you need a softshell jacket: a more breathable outer
Our 7 reasons you need a softshell jacket to complement your burlier hardshell for hiking, running, climbing and skiing adventures
Patagonia Triolet Jacket (2023) review: a planet-friendly powerhouse for cold, wet adventures
This hardy shell is great for cold and wet weather expeditions, and sports a PFC-free membrane and finish for a lower impact on the planet
Jack Wolfskin Highest Peak 3L Jacket review: the softest hardshell we’ve ever met
In comfort and performance alone, the Highest Peak offers the pinnacle of wet weather protection for outdoor enthusiasts
Helly Hansen Odin 1 World Infinity Shell Jacket review: a long term investment in a lifetime of adventures
This jacket costs a pretty penny, but it’s high-performing, low-impact and is filled with frills and thrills making it suitable for a lifetime of adventure
Salewa Puez Gore-Tex Paclite Jacket review: Italian style and alpine ruggedness
Stylish, lightweight and reliably weatherproof, the Salewa Puez Gore-Tex Paclite Jacket is a two-layer shell for big days and overnight adventures in the peaks or high hills
