You’ve probably been there: You’re hiking through a surprise fall rainstorm when you realize that the jacket you’re wearing is leaking along the seams. Minutes later, you’re soaked, and the layer you ...

Whether you’re wild camping, bikepacking or enjoying a campsite summer holiday with the family, there’s one thing that will ...

Few pieces of gear are as important for your comfort and safety in the backcountry as your shelter. But tents, like rainjackets and anything else with a water-repellent coating, wear out over the ...

When you’re hitting the trail, choosing the right waterproof hiking pants can make the difference between an enjoyable ...

All outdoorsmen and women need a reliable layer to keep water out. Maybe it’s because of a light drizzle on an early-morning walk, or an afternoon downpour on a hike, or a damp mist that just keeps ...

Waxed fabrics first came on the slippery scene when European sailors discovered that wet sails performed better than dry sails. Applying fish oil (and eventually linseed oil) to the sailcloth resulted ...