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How to layer for outdoor activities
Find the right jacket for your adventure
How warm does your jacket need to be?
Warm
Lightweight, insulated mid-layers can be worn standalone or layered for variable temps or high output.
Warmer
Higher fill-power insulation and designs for hiking or climbing in mountain conditions.
Warmest
Full-length parkas and highly technical insulated alpine jackets for stop-and-go activity, expeditions or everyday wear in deep cold windchills.
Outerwear specialized by activity
#MECSTAFFER PICKS
“An insulated jacket combined with a packable shell keeps you protected and warm, but lets you cool off when elevation starts to kick in.”
MEC Staffer Uliana
What type of jacket do you need?
Insulation
Versatile jackets that are typically lightweight, packable and easy to layer under a shell for added protection.
Fleeces and sweaters
A cozy, everyday layer for relaxed activities or evenings at camp.
Shells
A waterproof outer layer to block out rain, snow and sleet with tech like GORE-TEX® protection and taped seams.
Parkas
Your choice for deep cold or stop-and-go activity where trapping body heat is top priority.
Outerwear for everyday wear
Women's
Dependable weather protection for whatever your day throws at you.
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