Jessica Albery came across OutdoorGearLab while obsessively researching backpacking gear. She values thoroughness and factual information and enjoys the scientific approach to testing gear. Jessica has a BA in Journalism from California State University, Chico. After graduating, she moved up to Tahoe for “one season” and has now called the area home for over a decade.
Jessica comes from a background in the outdoor industry, coaching snowboarding, working for the state parks, and has had a plethora of odd jobs. When not reviewing gear she enjoys snowboarding, hiking, and camping. She also enjoys trying out new recipes and reading novels with a cup of tea.
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10 Best Rain Jackets of 2024
If wet weather is keeping you cooped up inside, get your hands on a top-ranked wet weather winner from our lineup of...Best Rain Jackets for Women of 2024
Looking for the perfect rain jacket to fit your active lifestyle? We have tested over 40 models in the past decade to...Editors' Choice
Outdoor Research Aspire II - Women's Review
An exceptionally functional and performance-driven rain jacket that can withstand the elements no matter how heavy the...Best Budget Pants for Women
Our experts researched the best women's pants and purchased the top 8 products to test using our hands-on approach...Best Budget Sweatpants for Women
After extensive research, our experts purchased the 9 most promising pairs of women's sweatpants available on the...Best Budget Underwear for Women
The range of women's underwear is as large and varied as the activities we like to do in them. Some look great in the...Best Buy
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L - Women's Review
An impressively water-resistant jacket that performs well across the board and is a great option for the outdoor...Top Pick
Outdoor Research Helium - Women's Review
The Outdoor Research Helium rain jacket is an ultralightweight option that easily packs into its stow pocket, creating...Editors' Choice
Arc'teryx Beta LT - Women's Review
Offering exceptional water resistance and coverage to keep the wearer dry no matter how savage the storm outside is...Best Buy
Marmot PreCip Eco - Women's Review
This is a great lightweight rain jacket that offers above-average performance at a reasonable price point. If you just...Top Pick
Mountain Hardwear Stretch Ozonic - Women's Review
The Mountain Hardwear Stretch Ozonic is an exceptional choice for those prioritizing mobility, comfort, and...REI Rainier - Women's Review
A rain jacket that packs a serious punch when it comes to value with sufficient water resistance and breathability at...The North Face Antora - Women's Review
This rain jacket is a great option for those looking for a garment for light activity in the city or the mountains...Rab Downpour - Women's Review
An excellent rain jacket for those looking for good mobility and breathability for intense activities even when it is...Columbia Arcadia II - Women's Review
A rain jacket that offers protection for when you have to go out in the elements for mellow activities, but is not...
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