Ski Jacket

Which Winter Warmers

As summer has seemed to slip us by without even a hint that global warming is kicking in the main focus has been solidly fixed on winter. Since the end of the last ski season the pathetic attempt at an English summer has encouraged everyone to concentrate on the up and coming winter, which can’t come to soon.

Record snow falls are hitting the southern hemisphere in places like New Zealand, Australia and even parts of South America that have seen the greatest snow falls of its kind in over 30 years ,along with the beginning of the X games and New Zealand 100% pure winter games and some of the greatest trailers for up and coming snowboard and ski movies yet including Red Bulls the Art of Flight and Match Stick productions ‘Attack of La Nina’ make this by far my most anticipated season yet.

With the approach of winter, comes one of my toughest decisions out of the whole year….To buy or not to but (a new jacket)?  Having seen a sneak peek of this season Dare2b winter wear from a fantastic video of Nick and Chris Southwell, two of Dare2b’s ski and snowboard team, I’m thoroughly excited.

This seasons slope style seems to be all about the bright colours, we began to see the introduction of bright and vibrant colours last year and the up and coming lines will trump those to no end! A more diverse range of outrageous styling and patterns mixed with high performance technologies and materials making this year’s one of the best yet for fashion on the slopes. Functionality and fit are key when choosing a new jacket, with a wide range of jackets all aimed at different audiences choosing the right one can be difficult.

Things to consider before buying your ski jacket include:

Style – Vanity is a cruel mistress.

Fit – Will it protect you from the cold and snow where it is supposed to.

Flexibility – If you are going to the snow park will you be able to pull your tricks without restriction and with full freedom of movement.

Durability – Will it withstand those tumbles and falls while out and about.

Cost – Always shop around as prices can vary dramatically, or shop off season where you will find some great deals.

If you are shopping for new ski clothing visit Ski and Trek, a great range of ski jackets from Dare2b, Columbia, Helly Hansen and Bloc with fantastic discounts.


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