Whether or not you recognize the acronym, PFAS are almost certainly already in your bloodstream—studies suggest a 98–99% likelihood. For decades, many chemical companies have known the health and environmental risks tied to PFAS, and the public now beginning to catch up. With regulations now in place and brands meeting the moment with breakthrough innovation, we’ve gathered some of the best PFAS-free gear of the season—designed to keep you dry without the environmental hangover. The 640-fill Thermore® Ecodown insulation keeps things toasty, while PFAS-free WINDSTOPPER® by GORE-TEX® LABS panels add wind resistance where it matters most. Courtesy of SalomonBeloved by runners and street stylists alike, the Salomon XT-6 now features the new PFAS-free ePE membrane from GORE-TEX.