The Patagonia Insulated Snowbelle Jacket for women is a weatherproof jacket that is warm enough for all but the coldest temperatures, and comfortable enough for everyday use. The Snowbelle offers lots nice features like plenty of pockets for storage and a helmet-comparable hood, as well as a RECCO reflector and a powder skirt. At a reasonable price, this is a quality jacket for most outdoor ventures, and stays well-sealed against the elements.
The North Face Arrowood Triclimate Hooded 3-In-1 Jacket for women is a versatile choice for those who want the option to separate layers easily when needed, according to the current climate. Despite this versatility, there are many reports of this jacket not being as warm or waterproof as claimed, so this might not be suited for those who are in consistently cold or wet climates.
Volcom Battle Stretch Pants for women are skinny-fitting ski and snowboard pants that are comfortable and stylish, though they may not fit all women well. The outer layer is wind and water resistant, and features a zipper to attach the powder skirt to a Volcom jacket, and boot gaiters. The inner layer is soft but not insulated.
The Patagonia Dirt Craft 11in Bike Short for women is a comfortable, adjustable, and padded short. Some potential sizing issues, limited articulation, and minimal ventilation may make this not a great choice for intense riders, but for those casual trail-riders who prefer comfort off the bike over functionality and protection on the bike, these shorts are a good choice.
The Norrona Falketind Gore-Tex Jacket for women is a mobile, protective, and breathable jacket that is well-suited for outdoor adventurers who want a functional and weatherproof option for various activities. With numerous positive reviews, this jacket is top-of-the-line for multiple outdoor sports, due to the ample range of motion, storage, and weatherproofing provided.
Marmot’s Featherless Insulated Jacket for women is a synthetic fill, trim cut jacket that will keep you warm through mixed conditions. You can add a layer underneath, top with a shell or wear on its own. If it gets wet, it will still provide warmth, and when the sun comes out, it will dry quickly. This jacket is meant to emulate 700 fill down, and it does just that.
Marmot’s Celeste Jacket for women is a soft, breathable waterproof rain jacket that will keep you dry and looking good on the trails and walking around town. While it looks like an urban fashion piece, it is fully functional on the trail, with a longer cut to protect you when you sit down, zippered pocket to stow valuables, a hood that tucks away when you don’t want it and stand-up collar. The jacket is made of recycled nylon, so you can feel good inside and out wearing it.
Patagonia’s Classic Retro-X Fleece Jacket for women is a stylish and surprisingly wind resistant fleece jacket that will keep you warm in the mountains or about town. The lining may be a bit stiff, but there is extra reinforcement along the sleeves and sides to increase durability. Intended as an outer layer, you can layer it up or down depending on what the elements throw at you.
The Patagonia R2 Fleece Jacket for women is an exceedingly soft and cozy fleece that walks the line between technical construction and stylish design. As a warm and breathable fleece, it is great as a mid weight layer, although the athletic cut makes it difficult to layer much underneath. The R2 is also durable, stain resistant, and simple to wash, making it easy to wear on a daily basis.
The North Face Ventrix Hooded Insulated Jacket for women is a comfortable, versatile, multi-season jacket for all kinds of mountain activities. The unique ventilation system dumps heat while you’re working and seals up to hold heat in when you stop. This jacket can be worn on its own in warm and moderately cold weather, and fits easily under or over other layers as needed. Zip pockets hold your valuables, so you can head straight to the pub or cafe in style before or after your hike, ski, climb or walk around town.