A durable and well-made pair of rainproof pants can make the difference between marching confidently through a downpour and shivering under a tree, waiting for the clouds to part. Together with a waterproofrain jacket, rain pants are an essential part of your wet-weather defense team. At a ...
one for the racers, the Assos Equipe RS Schlosshund is a waterproof cycling jacket with a close fit from its stretchy fabric and panel lay-up. The good length keeps your arms and body dry. The silicone gripper at the hem helps keep the tail in place well, which stops most road spray....
What we don’t: Heavier than the competition and no waterproof zippers. The best overall rain jacket balances premium weather protection, versatility (for both everyday use and hiking), and great quality and durability—all at an affordable price point. By all measures, the Patagonia Torrentshell...
We love what Outdoor Research has done with the Foray (and women’s Aspire), a do-it-all rain jacket that can even work as a lightweight shell for spring skiing. Recently updated with a stronger sustainability focus, the popular design features a Gore-Tex Paclite waterproof laminate, smooth...
We put the Alta III to the test during a challenging six-day hike along the 90-mile Dales High Way in winter and were subject to persistent rain and heavy downpours. This jacket held up admirably. Paramo, a company based in Sussex, takes a unique approach to waterproof gear. Their Alta...
The best water resistance comes with a rating of 7 or higher — anything less means the phone can handle spray but not full immersion, Here are the best waterproof phones you can buy right now. The quick list Here are the best waterproof and water-resistant phones you can buy right now,...
This fully waterproof jacket also boasts a loose fit that doesn’t impinge movement while you run and the 30D ripstop nylon fabric also happens to be breathable and extremely comfortable. The Helium II is intended to protect you from unpredictable weather, making it an excellent trail running ...
I recently tested Columbia’s Glennaker Rain Jacket that I purchased for averylow price. Weighing next to nothing, this packable shell has kept me dry during light rain showers thanks to its waterproof Omni-Shield fabric. I’ve worn it over my puffy jacket on blustery peaks, where it blocked...
repellent (DWR) coating that makes it harder for rain to seep through. That coating loses effectiveness after about 20 washes, but you canspruce up an older DWR jacket with spray.A waterproof jacket is more expensive and often less breathable, but they are the gold standard for staying dry....
Pros: Robust and versatile, this jacket can withstand a lot of wind, rain, and snow before it starts to wet out thanks to 3-layer Ventia Soft-Shell fabric. And its sealed seams and zippers make this jacket truly waterproof despite being a softshell. The super soft fleece lining helps inc...