Sophie Anderson

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

Sophie Anderson

Written by 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.

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...

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Best Women's Hiking Pants of 2024

Sophie Anderson

Written by 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.

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.

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Best Women's Sun Protection Shirt of 2024

Sophie Anderson

Written by 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.

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...

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Best Women's Windbreaker of 2024

Sophie Anderson

Written by 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.

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...

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Best Women's Fleece Jacket of 2024

Sophie Anderson

Written by 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.

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...

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Best Women's Ski Jacket of 2024

Sophie Anderson

Written by 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.

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...

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Best Women's Rain Jacket of 2024

Sophie Anderson

Written by 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.

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,...

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