Jackets
In this updated mega roundup, we discuss over 30 different pieces of ski / snowboard outerwear that we've been testing over multiple seasons, from lightweight touring shells to insulated jackets and pants for cold resort days, including several new pieces for the upcoming 23/24 season.
New Outerwear Update: Women’s Flylow & Trew
We’ve been testing some updated and interesting kits from Trew and Flylow this season — check out Kara Williard’s initial impressions.
New Outerwear Update: 686, Beringia, & Trew
We’ve been testing a few very interesting new ski / snowboard kits from 686, Beringia, and Trew — check out Luke Koppa’s initial impressions and apparel nerdery.
Ski / Snowboard Outerwear Mega Roundup — Men’s
In this updated mega roundup, we compare and contrast more than two dozen pieces of ski and snowboard outerwear, from burly resort shells to breathable touring kits.
Women’s Rain Jacket Roundup — 2021
A reliable, packable rain jacket is always nice to have — especially when you never really know what the weather is going to throw at you. We've been testing five women's rain jackets (plus one for kids) and in this roundup, we discuss what sets each one apart.
Strafe Castle Jacket
With a sleek look that's paired with high-end materials and insulation, the Strafe Castle Jacket warrants strong consideration if you're in the market for an insulated ski / snowboard jacket that doesn't look out of place away from the slopes.
Arc’teryx Sentinel LT Jacket
If you're looking for a 1-shell quiver — something suitable for daily resort laps and some time in the backcountry — the Sentinel LT is worth a good look. Check out our full review.
Women’s Insulated Parka & Jacket Roundup
Looking for a big, warm, comfortable coat for chilly days around town? Check out several of the insulated parkas & jackets that our reviewers have been testing out this season.
Mountain Bike Jacket Roundup — 2020
This roundup is for the folks who don't let a bit of cold and / or wet weather keep them from getting out on the trails. Check out 8 of the Mtb shells we've been testing, ranging from ultra packable and breathable to burly and fully waterproof.
Strafe Cham Jacket & Pants
This season Strafe once again updated their touring-oriented Cham Jacket & Pant, and we think the latest iteration is one of the best backcountry outerwear kits we’ve used. Check out our full, in-depth review to see why.
Black Diamond Mission Ski Shell & Mission Pants
We’ve put in more than 100 days between the Black Diamond Mission Ski Shell & Mission Pants, and they quickly became some of our favorite outerwear pieces for inbounds skiing. Check out our full review.
Houdini Shelter Anorak
Anoraks: one of the most controversial topics at Blister. Well, our managing editor has decided to continue to anger our editor-in-chief by testing more of them, and Houdini’s Shelter Anorak has become one of his all-time favorites. Check out his review of this minimal, waterproof shell.
Eddie Bauer BC Freshline Jacket
We’ve spent a lot of time skinning and skiing in Eddie Bauer’s BC Freshline Jacket and think it and its eVent fabric offer an excellent combination of weather protection and breathability. Check out our full review.
Flylow Domino Jacket & Siren Bib
Flylow's Domino Jacket & Siren Bib are designed with the backcountry in mind, and while we think they perform really well there, this kit has proven to be surprisingly versatile. Check out our review.
Mountain Hardwear Kor Cirrus Hybrid Hoody
The Mountain Hardwear Kor Cirrus Hybrid Hoody has become one of our all-time favorite midlayers for high-output activities like ski touring and mountaineering. Check out our review to see why.
TREW Capow Jacket & Bib
TREW designed their touring-oriented Capow kit with the help of CAPOW Guiding, and we've had two reviewers using it for everything from long days on the skin track to laps in the resort. Check out our full review.
Beringia Altai Over Hoody
When it comes to stop-and-start activities like ski touring, a big puffy jacket can not only be nice, but also extremely important if things go wrong in the backcountry. We’ve been using the Beringia (the North American branch of Teton Bros) Altai Over Hoody a lot this season, and think it makes for a great insulation layer. Check out our full review.
Spyder Sanction GTX Pro Shell Jacket
The Sanction GTX Pro Shell Jacket is one of Spyder's top-of-the-line shells, and we've had three reviewers testing it this season. Check out our full review.
Women’s Insulated Vest Roundup
Whether for high-output activities or strolling around town, a good insulated vest can be a very versatile year-round layer. Check out some of our favorites.
The North Face Freethinker Futurelight Jacket & Pants
The North Face's new “Futurelight” fabric has been the mysterious buzzword of the industry this season, and we've now spent some time in their Freethinker Futurelight Jacket & Pants. Check out our initial review of this new outwear kit.