Burton Evergreen Hooded Down Jacket
The BURTON EVERGREEN HOODED DOWN JACKET (available in men’s or women’s) is that rare puffy that breathes while still holding oven-strength heat. Burton’s Living Lining tech boasts breathable “pores” that expand or contract based on temperature. Another bonus is its windproof design, plus bluesign approved materials and responsibly sourced down. www.burton.com
bluesign®-approved materials
bluesign®-approved materialsTemp-Regulation in a Down Puffy?!
Temp-Regulation in a Down Puffy?!Columbia Wild Card Omni-Heat Infinity Gloves
The COLUMBIA WILD CARD OMNI-HEAT INFINITY GLOVES (available in women’s or men’s) feature new heat-reflective tech (combined with 80g insulation) to keep hands warm so you can shred harder. Waterproof-breathable bladder and DWR-treated goat leather palm keep your hands dry. Plus: touch-screen compatible thumb and fingertip. Columbia at Blue Mountain Village: www.columbiasportswear.ca
Touchscreen-Friendliness
Touchscreen-FriendlinessDexterity
DexterityJack Wolfskin Argo Peak Jacket
We like jackets that can be used for many different things and the JACK WOLFSKIN ARGO PEAK JACKET ticks a lot of outdoor boxes. This windproof down jacket is warm enough to wear on its own if you’re out snowshoeing on a January day, and breathable enough to wear under a shell. This RDS-certified 800-fill down beauty is also stylish enough to wear on a date night in a mountain town. www.jack-wolfskin.com
Portability
PortabilityPFC-free Materials
PFC-free MaterialsThe North Face Freedom Insulated Pant
THE NORTH FACE FREEDOM INSULATED PANT, available in women’s and men’s, boasts Heatseeker Eco insulation and with waterproof, breathable performance and durability as well as all-conditions style. The outer fabric is 100% recycled poly, with non-PFC DWR finish. The North Face Blue Mountain: www.thenorthface.com
Eco-Friendly Insulation
Eco-Friendly InsulationAll-Conditions Comfort
All-Conditions ComfortDaehlie North Jacket
The North Jacket is a hooded, windproof, XC-friendly softshell meant for moderate-intensity training. The Bionic Finish Eco® technology on the fabric surface ensures that light rain and sleet run off. Mesh panels below arms and on back provide ventilation and mobility. The jacket has a higher neck than average and a lightweight sretchy hood with brushed interior that provides good insulation during high-output missions. We’ve used the North Jacket on its own (with a Merino layer underneath) when we’re working really hard, or under an insulative layer in cold conditions. www.mec.ca
Strategic Stretch Panels
Strategic Stretch PanelsEco-Friendly Water Repellency
Eco-Friendly Water RepellencyWildhorn Delano X2
The Delano X2 is Wildhorn’s updated snowshoe, boasting a cold-resistant and ultralight thermoplastic front decking, and overall increased surface area for added flotation. The 7075 aluminum alloy frame and electroplated steel crampon offer a good weight-to-strength ratio. The quick-cinch bindings are a breeze to tighten and loosen with easy single-pulls and the self-locking heel strap is very effective. Some snowshoe heel straps are a hassle and can loosen during use but this very secure and quick system is the Delano X2’s standout feature. www.wildhornoutfitters.com