Sophie Anderson
A lifelong adventurer, Sophie has treaded every terrain from rocky cliffs to forest trails. She aims to spark a love for the outdoors in every reader.
Sophie Anderson has written 27 posts for Ten Pound Backpack.
Best Women's Base Layer of 2024
A good base layer will do so much for you. It'll keep you warm, but not too warm, and will whisk moisture away from your body. It really is worth investing in something good, if you're the kind of person that spends a lot of time hiking, camping and backpacking.
We've put our base layers through all sorts of fun adventures, from backcountry skiing to lounging in huts to bundling up around a...
Arc'teryx
Rho LT Hoody
Black Diamond
Solution 150 Merino Quarter Zip
Icebreaker
Merino 200 Oasis
REI Co-op
Lightweight Base Layer Crew Top Long Sleeve
Arc'teryx
Rho Heavyweight Zip Neck
SmartWool
Merino 250 Base Layer Crew
Best Women's Hiking Pants of 2024
A good pair of hiking pants is an essential piece of gear for anyone that spends a good amount of time in the outdoors. We definitely own more than 1 pair.
We've spent a lot of time sweating in ultra-breathable hiking pants and trying not to shiver in more robust hiking pants, in all kinds of conditions and seasons. The hiking pants below are the ones we go keep going back to.
PrAna
Halle Pant
Arc'teryx
Gamma LT Pant
Outdoor Research
Ferrosi Pants
Columbia
Saturday Trail Stretch Pant
Columbia
Silver Ridge Convertible Pants
Best Women's Sun Protection Shirt of 2024
Sunburns are one of the easiest ways to ruin a perfectly good day outside. Sunscreen does a decent job of protecting your skin, but a good sun protection shirt won't come off when you sweat.
We've trudged through all kinds of hot, sunny environments, from damp tropical jungles to the peaks of mountains where there is zero shade. We've tested out plenty of sun shirts, and these are the ones we...
Black Diamond
Alpenglow Pro Hoody
Mountain Hardwear
Crater Lake Hoody
Outdoor Research
Echo Hoody
REI Co-op
Sahara Shade Hoody
Best Women's Windbreaker of 2024
Ready to level up your outdoor adventures? Seeking that sweet blend of weather protection and moveability? Say hello to windbreakers. With all the choices out there, it can be challenging to find the perfect one. Well, we've got your back. Our pick of the litter? The Patagonia Houdini Air Jacket, a trusted companion designed for women who dare to venture outdoors. The Houdini Air has your needs...
Patagonia
Houdini Air Jacket
Arc'teryx
Squamish Hoody
Black Diamond
Alpine Start
Rab
Vital Hoody
Patagonia
Airshed Pro Pullover
Best Women's Fleece Jacket of 2024
If you're after a fleece jacket that is the perfect combo of cozy, technical, and stylish, look no further than the Patagonia R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody. Ladies, this is hands down our top pick and we reckon it's the ultimate companion for your outdoor adventures. Whether you're strolling around town, tackling chilly mountain climbs, camping under the stars, or just need something warm and...
Patagonia
R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody
Arc'teryx
Kyanite Hoody
The North Face
Verto Prima Hoodie
REI Co-op
Trailmade Fleece
Black Diamond
Coefficient LT Hybrid Hoody
Patagonia
Better Sweater
Patagonia
R2 TechFace Hoody
Patagonia
R1 TechFace Hoody
Best Women's Ski Jacket of 2024
So, you're heading out to paint the mountain white, huh? Well, then you'll need a sturdy and solid armor to keep Jack Frost at bay. And by armor, we don't mean an ice-peeling body suit straight out of a sci-fi movie. No, we're talking about the warm, functional, and utterly dependable: ski jackets.
Among a myriad of options available, the Arc'teryx Sentinel AR Jacket takes the cake - and the...
Arc'teryx
Sentinel AR Jacket
The North Face
ThermoBall Eco Snow Triclimate Jacket
Norrona
Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Jacket
REI Co-op
First Chair Gore-Tex
Patagonia
SnowDrifter Jacket
Best Women's Rain Jacket of 2024
There's maybe no piece of gear more important to throw in to your backpack than a dependable rain jacket. But where does the balance lie between style, function, and cost? Read on, we've got you covered.
We've scoured the market for what we think are the best rain jackets out there. We've purchased what we think are the best and abused them on backpacking trips and hikes up mountains in gross,...
Arc'teryx
Beta AR Jacket
Patagonia
Torrentshell 3L
Outdoor Research
Aspire II
Marmot
PreCip Eco
Outdoor Research
Helium II
Patagonia
Storm Racer Jacket