In the current health and fitness-conscious environment, there has been a notable transformation in clothing and wearables. People are willing to invest their resources to achieve a highly efficient, ...

Sit me and one of my riding buddies within earshot of a non-cyclist in a local cafe and I’d wager our chat would slip completely under the radar. Not because it’s dull - although perhaps not everyone ...

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 ...

Learn how Indigenous ancestors discovered the secret to waterproof clothing. When you live in wet and cold climates and conditions, survival becomes dependent upon how dry you can be. Throughout the ...

Almost exactly a year ago my colleague, Josh Ross, broke what became our biggest story of the year: PFC bans are set to change the face of all waterproof garments. If you haven’t already read that, I ...

Car enthusiasts love to see water beading on their cars after giving it a coating of wax because it’s an indicator the wax is working. Hikers should also relish seeing water beading on their ...

While we love waterproof running shoes for protection against rain, wet trails, and splashy creek crossings, many highly-rated models cost $150 or more. That can be a good deal if you’re heading into ...

Even though the changing regulations mean things are becoming less waterproof, in general terms it’s not as bad as it sounds When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

When we look at the sophistication of modern outdoor clothing, it’s easy to imagine that, until recently, people must have been cold and wet all the time. Early mountaineers must have suffered ...