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Geared up with the right apparel, and your daily activity won’t be thwarted by rain squalls. The North Face’s novel Futurelight technology has revolutionized rainwear. These pants are 100-percent windproof and waterproof with none of the swishiness you’ve come to expect (and loathe) with traditional rain/snow pants. Wear them trekking on your favorite mountain or neighborhood trail. Thigh vents dump pent-up heat; discrete, full-length zips let you undress without removing your shoes; and articulated knees boost mobility for steep ascents. All in all, a winner for any outdoor enthusiast. — Brittany Smith, Senior Editor

[$189; thenorthface.com]

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