Waxed fabrics first came on the slippery scene when European sailors discovered that wet sails performed better than dry sails. Applying fish oil (and eventually linseed oil) to the sailcloth resulted ...

What's a PFAS? Why do brands keep talking about hydrostatic head? Do I need a DRW? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Sit me and one ...

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Gore-Tex is a durable, breathable waterproof membrane used in much high-end outdoor gear, and over recent years the brand name has become an interchangeable term for almost any breathable waterproof ...

Keep dry in outerwear that’s been put through its paces in showers indoors and out The best women’s waterproof jackets for every type of adventure, reviewed and rated The Guardian’s journalism is ...

Membranes, DWR, hydrostatic head, 2-layer, 3-layer, what does it all mean? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. In this article, I’m ...

The first energy-harvesting, triboelectric fabric that is both waterproof and capable of converting energy from multiple sources – such as wind, rain and human movement – has been developed by ...

How to wash a winter coat depends on reading the care label and determining if it can be washed at home in the washing machine or needs to be dry cleaned. The cleaning materials you need for each type ...

Washingtonians never take for granted the beauty of a rainy day, but it definitely makes life easier when you’re equipped with the right kind of gear. Since the 1890 Klondike Gold Rush, Filson has ...