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Clothing
Discover the difference between down and synthetic insulation, find out how to choose the right waterproofs, fleeces and gloves for you and learn how to care for your garments once you've got home.
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Down Jackets
Down Jacket Buying Guide
Here's a run-down of the very best down jackets that are currently available at Outside.
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Glove System
Glove system
When winter climbing, your extremities are always the hardest things to look after, cold hands and feet can be grim, and, in some cases, dangerous. Continue reading
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Choosing a Fleece
Choosing a Fleece
Fleece has been around for nearly 30 years. It is universally found not only in outdoor clothing but in many standard clothing brands. This commonality means that we might think we know all there is to know about fleece. But do we? How complicated is the simple fleece and what does it have to offer us? Continue reading
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Waterproofs
What should you look for when buying a waterproof?
Much has been written about waterproof jackets and trousers over the years. In this article we hope to cut through much of this instead of adding to the confusion. Here are some harsh truths about the technical limitations of fabrics and a few waterproof myths debunked. Continue reading
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Softshell
What is Softshell?
The original ‘definition’ of softshell was a fabric (or combination of fabrics) that gives good wind and water resistance but maintains high levels of breath-ability. Continue reading
