Marmot VELCRO Jackets

Learn what clothing and gear you’ll need to wear skiing or snowboarding. We cover the basics: from underwear to jacket and from head to toe.

Learn how to test your rainwear’s durable water repellent (DWR) coating and how to revive existing DWR or apply new DWR.

Learn how to apply a simple patch to your down jacket to prevent insulation from escaping from tears or small holes.

Learn the basics of layering clothing so you can stay comfortable outdoors. Find out how to use base layers, middle layers and outer layers to stay comfortable and active.

Learn how to prepare for rain when you go hiking: Get tips on gear to bring, how to keep it dry and special concerns for wet-weather hikers.

With the right mindset, a rainy backpacking trip can be fun. Get tips on wet-weather risks and gear, and how to keep things dry.