If you browse for a new hard shell jacket either online or at a retail store you might be overwhelmed by the vast number of products and featured technologies. What is the difference between a shell ...

The Mammut Taiss Hard Shell is a high-spec jacket that works well for technical mountain use throughout the year, thanks to a range of climber-focused features and the use of the Swiss brand’s own ...

If you’re after a really good buy, take a look at Patagonia‘s Rain Shadow jacket ($179). It employs the now-popular 2.5-layer construction, in which the inner “layer” is really just a raised pattern.

Do you have the right kind of winter coat? Are you about to buy one? Early Show consumer correspondent Susan Koeppen says there are literally hundreds to choose from: down jackets, soft shell, hard ...

You can get an adequate rain shell for as little as $100. But around $200 is really the sweet spot for getting into a jacket that has good design, durable construction, and one of the better ...

This is a premium hard shell that is well suited to general hill and mountain use throughout the year, thanks to a full complement of walker-friendly features and zoned fabrics that balance outright ...

Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen has built a global reputation for creating professional-grade outdoor gear that performs in the harshest environments. From pioneering waterproof oilskins for ...

The Helixir Shell Jacket combines Spectra® with a high-performance membrane for unparalleled durability and waterproofing on big wall adventures. Engineered for unrestricted movement with pre-shaped ...

If you’re about to go on a hike, you need to be prepared for all possibilities. You know, awful weather, falling rocks, wild bears. (Maybe mostly the first one of those.) Rain, sleet, snow—these and ...

Put your hands on the Castelli Idro Pro 2 and you might think it's a typical emergency jacket. Instead, it's more of an all-day jacket that happens to have the option of packing away. It's warmer and ...