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Gear Guide 2013: Shells

Stay dry and warm with core protection for any weather.

SOFTSHELLS

Made for You: Wild Things Custom Wind Pro Hoody Softshell



Waterproof: Marmot Nabu Softshell



All-purpose Bargain: Rab Zephyr/Solar Softshell



Toughest: Arcteryx Gamma LT Hoody Softshell



Most Versatile: Mammut Ultimate Light Softshell

Ultralite Windshell: adidas

Outdoor Terrex Zupalite Softshell



Minimalist Bargain: Westcomb Crest Hoody Softshell



Peakbagger: Outdoor Research Enchainment Softshell



HARDSHELLS

Ultimate Lightweight Warmth: Patagonia Encapsil Down Belay Parka Hardshell



Multisport Bargain: Millet Alpine Xcelerator Hardshell



Breathable Fortreess: Outdoor Research Transonic Hardshell



Best Mobility: Salomon Veyrier Stretch Jacket Hardshell



All-purpose Bargain: Patagonia Torrentshell Hardshell



Lightest: Montane Minimus Smock Hardshell



Lightweight Storm Shelter: Marmot Micro G Hardshell



Best All-around Ultralight: Westcomb Focus LT Hoody Hardshell



Breathabe Bargain: Bergans Helium Hardshell



All-purpose Hardshell: Rab Myriad Hardshell



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