Jackets
Whether you’re just getting into snowboarding, or you’re a veteran, it’s always nice to have some insight from the pros. Here are a few selections from the ladies who continue to push the limits of the sport.—Julianne Chang
Welcome To The Jungle Leaping straight off the runway and onto the hill, animal prints are emerging from the jungles of high fashion to create looks for the femme fatales of the mountain. Want to look fierce? Unleash the animal in you with these pieces.—Jules Chang ThirtyTwo Vela Boots in white, $250 thirtytwo.com Special Blend [...]
Volcom Doppler Pro Shell Jacket ($500) Key Feature: Gore-Tex® 3 Layer Pro Shell Fabric and fully taped seams. Pros: Alex says, “I rode this outerwear hard almost all season and it’s still as waterproof as the first day I rode in it.” In addition to the breathable Gore-Tex®, the Recco Avalanche Recovery System and Ziptech [...]
FourSquare Vern Jacket ($320–330) Key Feature: Battery-operated, removable, heated liner. Pros: Caroline’s first impression: “The jacket has a flattering and cute style.” She adds, “The heated panels are really very warm, just expect to spend a couple minutes figuring out how the battery pack and the control pad work, after that it’s a snap.” Cons: [...]
The North Face name alone should give you a confidence boost in the backcountry.
The new Nomis heated hoodie makes us feel all warm inside just thinking about it.
