Wind Shirts
Montbell Tachyon Anorak Windshirt – Medium
Medium Montbell Tachyon Anorak windshirt. Sizing is US/Eur. It is a somewhat trim fit — good over light insulation but probably not a heavier puffy. Color: Graphite Weight: 1.9 oz….
DetailsThe Dirt Catwalk: Modern Layering Ensembles for Backpackers
In this article, I discuss some of the challenges that an effective layering system needs to address. In addition, I highlight a handful of the layers that I use the most and how I combine them into various ensembles for different use cases.
DetailsShell Game: Wind and Rain Jacket Breathability Tests vs. Trail Performance
I sent several top wind and rain shells to the lab to measure breathability and then took them on the trail for real-world testing.
DetailsWhat Properties Influence the Air Permeability of Wind Shirt Fabrics?
The purpose of this report is to investigate the relationship between air permeability, fabric porosity, weave type, and yarn structure via photomicrography and image analysis. This is not an exhaustive research study, but rather, an exploration of some of the fabric design attributes that have an impact on air permeability rates.
DetailsArc’teryx Squamish Hoody
Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Arc’teryx Squamish Hoody.
DetailsMountain Hardwear Kor Airshell Full Zip Jacket
Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Mountain Hardwear Kor Airshell Full Zip Jacket.
DetailsEnlightened Equipment Copperfield Wind Shirt
Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Enlightened Equipment Copperfield Wind Shirt.
DetailsSOLD – Women’s Patagonia Houdini Wind Jacket – Size Medium
I’m selling a lightly used women’s size medium Patagonia wind jacket. It’s in excellent condition. I prefer a non-hooded wind shell, so this jacket has gotten very little use. Price…
DetailsOutdoor Vitals Nebo windbreaker 3XL
Used a couple of times. If you don’t know OV sizing a 3XL is equivalent to a normal XXL Includes shipping conus if using PayPal g&s add 3%
DetailsSOLD Rab Windveil jacket- half price! SOLD
Selling a Rab Windveil jacket, size Large, color Aspen Green/Zest- uber light wind layer- 4 oz on my scale. This one was designed with running/x-country skiing/insert another high aerobic activity-…
DetailsArcteryx Psiphon, sz XL
Arc’teryx Psiphon, sz XL. This is a catch and release from re-gear, very good condition, some minor signs of use. Great light but strong softshell piece, just not quite the…
DetailsPatagonia Houdini Wind Jacket
Patagonia Houdini Wind Jacket Size: XL 2020 model 4 oz New $90 shipped
DetailsBlack Diamond Deploy Windshell
BNWT BD Deploy Windshell size men’s medium. PayPal preferred. Lightest windshirt out there.
DetailsBy The Numbers Fabric Air Permeability and MVTR are Closely Related, Just Not How You Might Expect
This work explores the relationship between air permeability and MVTR in fabrics that do not include a waterproof membrane.
DetailsBackpacking Light Staff Picks: Our Favorite Gear
Our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used over the past year – the next edition of our infamous Staff Picks!
DetailsArcteryx Squamish Hoody
Arcteryx Squamish Hoody windshell , Men’s size Large, it is about 3 months old and worn twice, it looks practically new. I paid $160 but I’m asking for $100 or…
DetailsBlack Diamond Deploy Windshell
BNWT Black Diamond Deploy wind shell a size medium. BD says it’s the worlds lightest windshell at 48 grams. Paypal preferred.
DetailsPublisher’s Gear Guide Update (Nov ’23)
The Publisher’s Gear Guide has been updated. This gear guide contains recommendations in various categories by Backpacking Light Publisher and Founder Ryan Jordan. This is the gear he actually chooses to use on his own trips.
DetailsBlack Diamond Alpine Start Hoodie and Patagonia Wind Vest
Sold I’ve had this Black Diamond Alpine Start Hoodie size L, as new condition listed for a while without interest, so I’m sweetening the pot by including the Patagonia Wind…
DetailsRab Ventus Softshell Hooded Wind Jacket
Rab Ventus size medium with hood. Clean with no rips or tears. Form fitting. Athletic/trim cut. CONUS. Paypal GS (3%) or FF. S&H $10.
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