The Explorer’s Passage – Women’s Equipment List
Rain Shell
Black DiamondStormline Stretch Rain Shell - Women's
Black DiamondStormline Stretch Rain Shell - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Black Diamond's new rain shell that is stretchy and really waterproof"
Mountain HardwearStretch Ozonic Jacket - Women's
Mountain HardwearStretch Ozonic Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"One of the best most comfortable rain jackets out there. Super soft and stretchy outer fabric that is completely waterproof"
Outdoor ResearchInterstellar Jacket - Women's
Outdoor ResearchInterstellar Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Outdoor Research's newest award winning jacket that weighs only 10 oz and is constructed with a 3 layer waterproof/breathable membrane"
Rain Pants
Mountain HardwearStretch Ozonic Pant - Women's
Mountain HardwearStretch Ozonic Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"So comfortable and stretchy you wouldn't even know they were rain pants. Very soft, waterproof, and breathable. You can also wear these as regular hiking pants when it is cold out. Not crinkly-nylon fabric like most rain pants. See full review that I did on the product page. Full length zippers are great, too!"
Black DiamondStormline Stretch Rain Pant - Women's
Black DiamondStormline Stretch Rain Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Stretchy, very waterproof pants"
MarmotPrecip Full-Zip Pant - Women's
MarmotPrecip Full-Zip Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Really solid pants for a great value. No stretch, but do have full-length zippers. The Precip jacket is another great option if you want a good rain jacket for a value price. "
Outdoor ResearchAspire Pant - Women's
Outdoor ResearchAspire Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Gore-tex Paclite fully waterproof pants."
Puffy/Midlayer Jacket
RabContinuum Hooded Down Jacket - Women's
RabContinuum Hooded Down Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Great all around down jacket. Very warm for the weight and has 850-fill down water-resistant down with a water-resistant Pertex shell."
The North FaceVentrix Hooded Insulated Jacket - Women's
The North FaceVentrix Hooded Insulated Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very warm and breathable synthetic jacket. Same warmth as a typical down sweater, but stays warm even when wet. Very lightweight and packable for a synthetic jacket and even has vents all around it so if you are hiking in it you won't get too hot (I don't recommend actually hiking in it unless you are in 40 degree or less temps)."
Mountain HardwearGhost Whisperer Hooded Down Jacket - Women's
Mountain HardwearGhost Whisperer Hooded Down Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Extremely lightweight and warm down jacket. Not the warmest, but incredibly warm for its 7oz weight."
RabValiance Hooded Down Jacket - Women's
RabValiance Hooded Down Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Really warm down jacket for very cold temperatures. The warmest of my recommendations."
Fleece Midlayer
PatagoniaCrosstrek 1/4-Zip Pullover - Women's
PatagoniaCrosstrek 1/4-Zip Pullover - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very warm for its weight and made of Polartec Powerstretch. Could also be considered expedition weight baselayer. Pants go with it below. See full review on the product page."
PatagoniaR1 1/2-Zip Fleece Pullover - Women's
PatagoniaR1 1/2-Zip Fleece Pullover - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"The classic midlayer fleece for all outdoor activities. It is made of mini-grid squares that trap heat. Warmest of the bunch. Check to see if the hooded version is available for max warmth."
The North FaceBorod 1/4 Zip Fleece Pullover Jacket - Women's
The North FaceBorod 1/4 Zip Fleece Pullover Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Not quite as warm as the Patagonia R1 or Crosstrek, but still very warm and comfortable. Has micro-grid squares to trap heat. See review on product page."
RabNucleus Fleece Hooded Jacket - Women's
RabNucleus Fleece Hooded Jacket - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very similar to the others, just Rab's version. Very warm and comfortable! Pants below to go with it."
Fleece Mid Layer Pants and Hiking Tights
RabNucleus Pant - Women's
RabNucleus Pant - Women's
PatagoniaCrosstrek Bottom - Women's
PatagoniaCrosstrek Bottom - Women's
FjallravenAbisko Trekking Tight - Women's
FjallravenAbisko Trekking Tight - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Cold weather trekking tights. They have gotten rave reviews and frequently sell out. "
The North FaceBrave The Cold Pant - Women's
The North FaceBrave The Cold Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very warm and comfortable trekking tights. Has water-resistant Flash Dry fabric from the knee down to keep you dry in mud or snow."
Hiking Pants
prAnaHalle Pant - Women's
prAnaHalle Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Classic hiking pants that come in a variety of colors, waist/inseam sizes. Made of stretch fabric and convert into capri pants."
FjallravenAbisko Lite Trekking Pant - Women's
FjallravenAbisko Lite Trekking Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Stretchy, heavy duty hiking pants "
The North FaceParamount II Convertible Pant - Women's
The North FaceParamount II Convertible Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Really comfortable hiking pants that convert into shorts. Also comes in a variety of colors and inseam/waist sizes. Dry quickly and the shorts could also double as river shorts because they dry so fast."
HaglofsTrekkings Pant - Women's
HaglofsTrekkings Pant - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"If you want legit hiking pants that are stretchy and protect you from the elements but want a leggings look, check these out."
Hiking Shorts
PatagoniaHappy Hike Shorts - Women's
PatagoniaHappy Hike Shorts - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Stretchy, quick-drying, comfortable hiking shorts."
PatagoniaHappy Hike Skort - Women's
PatagoniaHappy Hike Skort - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Hiking in a skort is a total game-changer and this is one of my favorite ones. Not too long, not too short, very comfortable."
PatagoniaQuandary 5in Short - Women's
PatagoniaQuandary 5in Short - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very soft fabric, perfect length."
prAnaHallena Short - Women's
prAnaHallena Short - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"The shorts version of the super-popular Halle pants."
Long Sleeve Shirts
ColumbiaSilver Ridge Lite Plaid Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's
ColumbiaSilver Ridge Lite Plaid Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Whispy thin, very breathable hiking shirt. There is also an option for solid colors."
ColumbiaTamiami II Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's
ColumbiaTamiami II Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very lightweight breathable hiking or fishing shirt with a big vent in the back"
Outdoor ResearchEcho Hoodie - Women's
Outdoor ResearchEcho Hoodie - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Quick-drying, lightweight/breathable shirt with 15 UPF protection"
ColumbiaUltimate Catch Zero II Hooded Shirt - Women's
ColumbiaUltimate Catch Zero II Hooded Shirt - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Quick-drying, lightweight/breathable shirt with cooling fabric and 50 UPF protection"
T-Shirts
The North FaceFlight Better Than Naked Short-Sleeve Top - Women's
The North FaceFlight Better Than Naked Short-Sleeve Top - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Extremely lightweight and breathable synthetic shirt. See full review on product page."
PatagoniaCapilene Lightweight T-Shirt - Women's
PatagoniaCapilene Lightweight T-Shirt - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very lightweight and breathable synthetic shirt. Almost as light and breathable as the Better than Naked but not quite. Awesome shirt."
IcebreakerTech Lite SS Low Crew Shirt - Women's
IcebreakerTech Lite SS Low Crew Shirt - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Super light, breathable, and wicking merino wool shirt. Stink free"
Outdoor ResearchEcho T-Shirt - Women's
Outdoor ResearchEcho T-Shirt - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very lightweight and breathable synthetic shirt. Almost as light and breathable as the Better than Naked and Patagonia Capilene Lightweight but not quite. "
Swim/River Wear
PatagoniaBaggies Boardshort - Women's
PatagoniaBaggies Boardshort - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"The most versatile shorts on the planet. These are great hiking shorts, but they are perfect for any water activity because they dry so fast."
ColumbiaSandy River 3in Short - Women's
ColumbiaSandy River 3in Short - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Columbia's version of Baggies."
PatagoniaReversible Seaglass Bay Bikini Top - Women's
PatagoniaReversible Seaglass Bay Bikini Top - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Great looking swimsuit top with a lifetime warranty from Patagonia."
PatagoniaReversible Seaglass Bay Bikini Bottom - Women's
PatagoniaReversible Seaglass Bay Bikini Bottom - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Great looking swimsuit bottom with a lifetime warranty from Patagonia."
Mid-Weight Baselayer
The North FaceWarm Zip-Neck Top - Women's
The North FaceWarm Zip-Neck Top - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very warm and lightweight synthetic baselayer that regulates temperature really well"
Mons RoyaleChecklist Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Women's
Mons RoyaleChecklist Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Mons Royale's merino fabrics are super soft and ventilated. "
IcebreakerOasis 1/2-Zip - Women's
IcebreakerOasis 1/2-Zip - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Lightweight 1/2 zip top merino top"
The North FaceWarm Tight - Women's
The North FaceWarm Tight - Women's
Expedition Weight Baselayer
PatagoniaCapilene Thermal Weight Zip-Neck Top - Women's
PatagoniaCapilene Thermal Weight Zip-Neck Top - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very warm and soft synthetic baselayer with micro-grids to trap heat. A lighter version of the R1 that really regualtes temperature well. Not as warm as the R1 or Crosstrek, but a great baselayer."
PatagoniaCapilene Thermal Weight Bottom - Women's
PatagoniaCapilene Thermal Weight Bottom - Women's
IcebreakerTech Top 260 1/2-Zip - Women's
IcebreakerTech Top 260 1/2-Zip - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Very warm 260 weight merino baselayer. 150 is warm if that gives you a comparison idea."
IcebreakerBodyFit 260 Vertex Leggings - Women's
IcebreakerBodyFit 260 Vertex Leggings - Women's
Underwear
BrooksMoving Comfort Juno Sports Bra - Women's
BrooksMoving Comfort Juno Sports Bra - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Incredibly supportive and comfortable and one of the highest rated out there"
IcebreakerMeld Zone Sport Bra - Women's
IcebreakerMeld Zone Sport Bra - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Soft, temperature regulating, wicking, and supportive sportsbra that won't stink. You can wear it for days."
ExOfficioGive-N-Go String Bikini Underwear - Women's
ExOfficioGive-N-Go String Bikini Underwear - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Quick-drying, wicking underwear that are really comfortable and can easily be washed out and worn several times on a trip. "
IcebreakerSiren Bikini Underwear - Women's
IcebreakerSiren Bikini Underwear - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Soft, temperature regulating, and wicking underwear"
Sun Hat
Outdoor ResearchOasis Sun Hat - Women's
Outdoor ResearchOasis Sun Hat - Women's
Ashleigh's notes
"Perfect hiking or river hat with a very wide brim and an adjustable pull tab in the back. Provides protection for face and neck "
Sunday AfternoonsAdventure Hat
Sunday AfternoonsAdventure Hat
