Berghaus occupies a curious position in the waterproof jacket market right now. At one end, the revived Extrem collection is doing serious work for winter mountaineers – the MTN Guide Pro and newer ...

Expensive. Can't use the hand pockets with a climbing harness. Like most durable water repellents, it uses carcinogenic perfluorocarbons in the waterproofing process. When it comes to outdoor ...

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A quality soft shell is the best jacket for athletes who perform highly aerobic activities in variable conditions (basically, spring pretty much anywhere in the country). While this type of jacket won ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Robb Report may receive an affiliate commission. At first blush, the shell jacket seems the very embodiment ...