This time of year the air temperature
rises and the clothing you need for skiing changes. Key word: breathability! As you are zooming down the pistes you will inevitably sweat more so you must
wear clothing that will transport the sweat away from your body. With this in mind, the best selling jackets
this time of year are Shell Jackets: waterproof, breathable jackets without
insulation.
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Fabric: Look
for fabrics with a breathability rating of 10k – 15k grams.
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Layers: With layers, it is
easier to control the amount of insulation/ventilation you have depending on
what you are doing at the time. Make sure they are breathable too!
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Waterproof: Hard Shell jacket fabric will be
waterproof, but check for taped seams and waterproof zips to ensure there are
no weak points.
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Vents: Pit Zips: a really handy feature to release
trapped hot air and let in some cool air to circulate around your skin.
Lift up the arm of the jacket and check to see if there are underarm zips
that you can undo.
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Other uses: we love being able to wear our shell jackets
for other sports too! Think cycling, hiking, etc.
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| Scott Viretta Shell £120 (RRP £200) |
