Ski Jackets Guide
Ski jackets are essential for staying warm, comfortable and dry and finding the right one to suit you is vital before heading off to the slopes. This guide will take you through all the tech, features and fabrics to keep you protected and help you find your perfect partner to hit the piste in.
Types of Ski Jackets
A good quality jacket is an essential for all types of snow sports. The weather can change quickly out on the mountain so you’ll need a ski jacket that’s durable, hardwearing and looks good!
There are a few different types of ski jackets, each with different features, fabrics and price ranges.
Our Top Picks
"Fits lovely, cosy & warm."
The Women's Glamorize IV Jacket. Style meets function with the Glamorize IV, and you'll look trendy on and off-piste with the padded design and removable faux fur trim to the hood.
Consciously made with recycled waterproof and breathable ARED 10,000, you'll stay dry and comfortable on the slopes.
“Great ski jacket at a great price point.”
The Men's Eagle Jacket. Designed with our advanced ARED 20/30 fabric that's waterproof, stretchy and highly breathable, you'll be set for a day on the slopes in the Eagle.
Featuring a durable water-repellent finish, taped seams for complete waterproof protection and recycled high-warmth padding.
“Very good quality for the price.”
The Humour II Waterproof Jacket. Made with recycled waterproof and breathable ARED 20/30 fabric for ultimate protection from the elements.
Fully lined with recycled high warmth, low bulk insulation and seam-sealed to keep out the wind and snow.
Fit & Style
It’s important to choose a jacket fit to suit you and your activity, whether that’s a close performance fit to enhance movement or a looser style to allow for extra layering, we have a range of options to suit all kinds of snow sports.
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Ski Jacket Features to Look Out For
Here are some of the key features to look out for when choosing your ski jacket.
Hood
All of our ski jackets come with hoods. Adjustable hoods allow you to customise the fit and wired peaks are useful to help keep their position when skiing. Add a touch of luxe with a faux fur hood to bring some glamour to the slope.
Underarm Ventilation
Found on our more technical ski jackets, this feature gives you the ability to zip open the underarms for extra ventilation when things heat up.
Articulation
Additional arm articulation is designed to fit the skiing position, making it more comfortable and ergonomic. It reduces pull and tension in the jacket throughout the day.
Inner Wrist Cuffs
Keep the snow and powder out with inner wrist cuffs and feel that little bit warmer whilst on your favourite runs.
Snow Skirt
A snow skirt is an additional barrier against wet snow creeping into the bottom of your jacket keeping you warm and dry. Removeable snow skirts are a great option to take you from slope to après.
Ski Pass Pocket
A ski pass pocket will keep your pass safe and easy to access at all times. The pockets sit on the sleeve, which means you’ll be able to get on and off a lift with a swipe of your arm.
Technologies
So now you’re more clued up with the features, it’s time to look at the different material technologies we have across our ski wear.
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FAQ's
Breathability is important when it comes to staying comfortable on the slopes. Even in cold weather you can become over-heated during physical activity - our breathable jackets allow perspiration to escape, keeping you dry and comfortable. You can check if one of our jackets is breathable by checking out its product features.
Layering is a great technique for staying warm in colder climates. Base layers, midlayers and an outer jacket are all equally important.
It is essential that your ski jacket should be the perfect fit as having a full range of movement is very important. If your new ski jacket is too bulky or tight, this will limit your performance. The correct fit of a ski jacket should keep you snug enough to trap warmth in yet not too tight to restrict any movement. We recommend sticking to your usual size and going from there.
Not only have our ski jackets been designed to last through wear and tear on the slopes but they are also equipped with multiple pockets, a headphone port, a detachable snow skirt and even a mesh stow pocket to hold your ski pass.