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Pullover snowboard jacket1/31/2024 ![]() We found that opening the rear arm vents and the chest pockets can create a nice draft. This jacket also has a few venting options for when it’s time to shed some heat on the skin track. A large, two-way adjustable hood easily accommodates a ski helmet without restricting mobility, and we love the low-profile internal cord locks. A little stretch goes a long way, especially on cold days when we had to layer a fleece and a light puffy jacket underneath the shell. In terms of comfort, our testers love the stretch factor. A fluorocarbon-free DWR treatment keeps wet snow beading off the face fabric, preventing it from “wetting out.” The shell fabric has the stretchy, comfortable feel of a soft shell, while still being waterproof. For both guys and gals, this jacket is at home on or off-piste, and performs admirably during grueling tours or chilly days riding the lift.Ĭonstructed from Rab’s proprietary Proflex material, the Khroma Kinetic balances breathability and weather resistance. The Men’s Rab Khroma Kinetic and Women’s Rab Khr o ma Kinetic ($230-385) are one of our favorite choices thanks to their versatile feature sets. The Fines and Sany Jackets also boast great pockets: four exterior zip-enclosed pockets and an interior mesh pocket. All the YKK zippers are waterproof, and the seams are fully taped, so moisture doesn’t squeeze in. The inside of the arms feature lengthy wrist gaiters with thumbholes, so it’s better to layer gauntlet gloves over the cuff. Otherwise, the amount of waterproofing plus critically taped seams is certainly on par with most skiers’ needs. The waterproof rating is also on the lower end, so beware if you plan to ski in bell-to-bell whiteout conditions, especially on back-to-back days. On warm spring days, we’re thankful for the underarm vents because the jacket can get a bit toasty - it isn’t the most breathable. We can wear a long-sleeve fleece beneath it mid-winter and feel comfortable despite windy lift rides. But it’s perfect for enjoying in-bounds terrain in a variety of temperatures. This jacket is just bulky and insulated enough that we don’t wear it backcountry skiing. That’s thanks to the body-mapped construction with recycled insulation throughout the body, sleeves, and hood, which blocks the cold in just the right spots. With high marks, we liked the jacket’s hint of warmth while sitting on the lift or skiing in below-freezing conditions. We tested our Picture jackets throughout a winter season of skiing in the Colorado Rockies where high-altitude lift rides often come with cold winds and temperatures below zero degrees. The interior liner includes recycled polyester taffeta in the sleeves and hood. To shield the elements, the PFC-free DWR is Teflon EcoElite, a plant-based repellent for textiles that wards off water as well as water-based stains. The fabric of both the Sany and Fines is 64% recycled polyester. For jackets a smidge above $200, these designs don’t leave out any of the bells and whistles. The recycled polyester face fabrics of the Picture Organic Fines Jacket for men ($235) and Picture Organic Sany Jacket for women ($225) are topped off with recycled insulation. Picture produced these two hardshells with sustainability at the forefront and friendliness for the pocketbook at the forefront. If you’re looking for a comfortable, lightweight shell that stands season after season and manages variable conditions from spring sunshine to storms, the Sabreand Sentinel are a worthy choice. Both jackets feature two external hand pockets, one small sleeve pocket, an internal mesh pocket, and one internal pocket with a zip closure. If you build heat on deep-snow laps, the underarm vents are a lifesaver, and the powder skirt helps keep base layers dry.Ī soft flannel backer provides a bit of warmth for cooler days on the chair lift. From blustery conditions to blower powder, the three-layer GORE-TEX fabric is waterproof, breathable, and blocks wind well.Īnd the seams are fully sealed to bar moisture. The designs feature a durable yet buttery 80-denier (70 in the Sentinel) nylon face fabric, so we don’t need to worry about exploring the glades or playing fetch with an excited pooch at the base. These ski jackets are hands down some of our favorites ever made. While both of these ski jackets are an investment, they continue to be at the top of our stack because they’re so functional, perform exceptionally well, withstand years of abuse, and look good. Arc’teryx delivers these tough, flexible shell jackets for tackling big mountain ski lines at the resort or in the backcountry: the Arc’teryx Sabre for men and the Arc’teryx Sentinel Jacket for women ($700).
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