Midlayer Showdown: Patagonia Nano-Air Hoody vs. Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody
These two titans of active insulation are more different than they might seem.
These two titans of active insulation are more different than they might seem.
Versatile fleece
Lightest windshell
Banish sore hips and pack sway with a new hipbelt that moves with you in all directions.
It’s the smartest avy pack to date.
Wear it all winter and still smell as good as you look.
Stay cool on hard-charging trips.
It’s a one-boot quiver for alpinists.
In cool conditions, ditch separate insulation and windshell pieces in favor of this light and warm softshell.
This well-ventilated featherweight hardshell can handle race-pace running and snowshoeing.
This 11-ounce jacket sets a new bar for shells: It’s light and protective enough to wear 12 months a year.
We all know that layering systems are the way to go for protecting your body through a variety of conditions—these boots will do the same for your feet.
This stretchy, minimalist softshell is ultracomfortable for all-day wear and allows for unrestricted motion.
A softshell with strategically placed waterproof zones.
The lightly insulated Ephus (and women’s Eldora) packs wind and weather protection into a lightweight, low-bulk design.
Its triangular shape creates a snug, lumbar-hugging fit that eliminates all jostling—even while trail-running or mountain biking.
A shell that is light, sleek, and minimalist.
Ultralight, waterproof, and comfortable—the top-loading Alpha FL 30 hits a rare trifecta. Plus, its shape provides unmatched mobility.
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