Patagonia Pack Out Hike Tights
Leggings have become a stay-at-home staple—but these can handle the trail too.
Leggings have become a stay-at-home staple—but these can handle the trail too.
Best insulated jacket for weatherproofing
Best basecamp bag
Shell with the best value
A great t-shirt gets even better—and earns a 2020 Editors' Choice Award from BACKPACKER.
Warmest windshell
Most versatile
Best weatherproofing layer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Eco-friendly
Eco-friendly all-rounders
Loftiest synthetic
Durable duffle
Workhorse puffy
Quick-dry
Lightest
Most Versatile
You may never take this midlayer off.
Ounce for ounce, there’s no warmer option.
The Nano-Air gets a weatherproof shell.
Workhorse tank
This daypack's thick, waterproof skin repels everything.
It’s a technical layer disguised as a stylish sweater.
This ultralight baselayer kept testers comfy and dry well into summertime—and it’s eco-friendly.
This versatile hardshell's supple fabric proved stout enough for winter storms but light enough for summer wear.
This jacket is a fleece, but warmer. It’s a softshell, but more breathable. It’s one of the most versatile midlayers we’ve ever tested.
Get core warmth without bulk.
We could trail run in this hardshell all day, even in mild weather.
No other kids’ baselayer holds up better than this one.
It takes the place of a windshirt, a soft-shell, and a light puffy.
Smart details make these layers ideal for skiing when temps plummet.
A performance piece that feels like a sweatshirt.
Versatile trail runner is perfect for the pavement and trails.
It’s light, low-profile, and “perfect in that there’s nothing left to take away,” according to one tester.
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