Our Top 6 Technical Ski Jackets

Peter Glenn Recommends: Top 6 Tech Jackets When skiing all day in harsh conditions, fashion is nice, but function is critical to keeping you warm, dry, and on the mountain. We’ve laid out 6 ski jackets that each offer a unique version of top technology for the 2012-2013 ski season. From the budget-conscious speedster to the top-of-the-line technical freak, we’ve got you covered.

Men's Technical Ski Jackets

The Antidote to Bad Weather: The Spyder Bromont Jacket

The Spyder Bromont Jacket packs two powerhouse technologies to conquer wet and cold conditions. Spyder's OSMO® boasts top-notch waterproofing and even higher breathability, and PrimaLoft® insulation generates a ton of warmth with virtually no bulk. With the enhanced movement you get in 360° stretch fabric, you'll reach a level of comfort you've never seen before.

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Women's Technical Ski Jackets

Insanely Insulated: The Kjus Desire Jacket

The Kjus Desire Jacket has both down insulation for incredible warmth, and PrimaLoft for low-bulk comfort. Called "the synthetic down," PrimaLoft provides a ton of warmth despite how light and compressible it is. With both of these together there's just nothing warmer.

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All-Season Versatility: The North Face Crestridge Triclimate Jacket

With the 3-in-1 design of The North Face Crestridge Jacket you can wear the insulated liner when you need extra warmth, and zip it out when you don't. Since you can wear the liner, the shell, or both together, you may not need another jacket all year long. Don't forget the HyVent shell; it provides reliable waterproof protection in wet conditions.

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Function Meets Fashion: The Obermeyer Leighton Jacket

With the Obermeyer Kristina Jacket you don't have to give up style for technical features. This coat has highly waterproof fabric, three different types of EcoDown insulation, and loads of features like pockets. The best part is that even though this jacket performs with the pros, it has the fit of a fashion piece.

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Blizzard-Proof Protection: The Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket

If you're skiing on the edge of sanity, you'll want Arc'teryx. The Stingray Jacket is loaded with the best materials available and put together with a bomb-proof welded construction. GORE-TEX® fabric is completely waterproof and incredibly breathable, and because it's soft shell it's stretchy and light too.

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Stretch-ability: The Spyder Volt Jacket

The North Face has earned its reputation for technical ski wear, and the Socializer Jacket gives us another reason to love this company. They proved their technical prowess by including recycled materials without compromising warmth or waterproof performance.

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