Latest hiking jacket news
Rab Firewall Light jacket review: a hiker’s outer shell that feels like a softshell
We head for the hills in Rab’s Firewall Light Waterproof Jacket, a lightweight outer shell designed for hillwalking that features the British brand’s Proflex membrane
The best women’s ski jackets: style, protection and warmth
Our roundup of the best women’s ski jackets and snow sports jackets reveals essentials for the slopes that work just as well for winter hiking too
Norrøna Falketind Gore-Tex Paclite Jacket: lightweight functionality for multi-sports enthusiasts
We take a close look at Norrøna’s excellent Falketind Gore-Tex Paclite Jacket, a minimalist, breathable waterproof shell for all kinds of active backcountry adventures
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.
How many pockets do you actually need on your hiking jacket?
You know your hiking jacket needs pockets, but how many do you actually need, and where should they be for optimal access and gear protection?
Mammut Women’s Rime IN Flex Hooded Jacket review: a very effective alpine puffer with a particularly great hood
The Mammut Women’s Rime IN Flex Hooded Jacket is fantastic insulated puffer for sunny alpine days or winter adventures at lower altitudes
Eddie Bauer MicroTherm 1000 Down Hoodie review: super light and warm 4-season jacket
Warm and durable, the Eddie Bauer MicroTherm 1000 Down Hoodie is a go-to ultralight jacket
Berghaus Urban Arkos Reflect Down Jacket review: crossover style and warmth from summit to street
Warm, protective and functional the Berghaus Urban Arkos Reflect Down Jacket has a boxy, big- baffled silhouette that’s bang on trend right now
