Every ounce matters when you're packing it all on your back. The men's Burton [ak] Hover GORE-TEX 3L Stretch Jacket is the lightest, most packable shell in the [ak] line. Its minimalist design stows easily in your pack when you're on the skin track, and it delivers trusted stormproof protection and key features that you can count on for smooth days in the backcountry.
GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY™ GORE-TEX 3L is lighter weight than 2L GORE-TEX material as well as being waterproof, windproof, breathable, and durable enough to keep you on the move in all weather, period.
Backcountry Minimalism
An overall minimalist design keeps weight down but still offers key features like big pockets to keep your skins warm between laps, pit-zips for venting on the skin track, and a cut that lets you move naturally.
Powder Day Ready
A removable waist gaiter with jacket-to-pant interface, power mesh wrist gaiters, water-resistant zippers, and an adjustable hood offer full storm riding coverage.
Choice Pockets
Interior mesh dump pockets, a bicep pass pocket, a zippered chest pocket, zippered hand-warmer pockets, and a zippered internal chest pocket offer secure storage and easy access to the usual stuff.
Low Environmental Impact
Bluesign® approved materials reduces impact on humans and the planet during manufacturing.
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The SnowDrifter Jacket from Patagonia features a sleek design and is crafted from eco-friendly, stretchy fabric to keep you protected from even the fiercest weather. This jacket is equipped with H2No® Performance Standard technology for ultimate breathability and freedom of movement. Plus, the fabric, membrane, and DWR finish are all PFAS-free for extra peace of mind.
Supple 3-Layer H2No® Performance Standard Shell Fabric
Two-Way-Adjustable Hood
Easy-Access Pit Zips
FIT-
Regular Fit
Model is 185cm wearing a size medium.
WATERPROOFING/BREATHABILITY-
Light and stretchy 3-layer H2No® Performance Standard shell fabric is waterproof and breathable, with a soft polyester knit interior backer to manage moisture and a durable water repellent (DWR) finish; fabric, membrane and DWR finish are made without intentionally added PFAS
INSULATION-
Shell
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The Untracked Jacket combines the technical proficiency of 3-layer 100% recycled nylon GORE-TEX ePE Performance fabric with a soft-knit interior and durable water repellent (DWR) finish, ensuring unstoppable storm protection while allowing for full range of motion. The fabric, membrane, and DWR are all created without any added PFAS, and the jacket is produced in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.
Supple yet durable, 3-layer GORE-TEX ePE Performance fabric is waterproof and breathable, with a soft solution-dyed flannel backer to manage moisture; the fabric, membrane and durable water repellent (DWR) finish are made without intentionally added PFAS.
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This Patagonia Storm Shift Insulated Jacket is the cosiest in their Snow collection. It features 2-layer ePE fabric from GORE-TEX, cleverly positioned Thermogreen® insulation, and a plush interior for staying warm and dry in the most frigid weather. The fabric, membrane, and DWR finish are PFAS-free. Plus, it's Fair Trade Certified™ and made in a certified factory!
Pit zips with coated, waterproof zippers quickly release heat; low-profile cuffs secure over or under gloves.
Low-Profile Powder Skirt.
Pocket Details.
Built-In RECCO® Reflector.
FIT-
Regular Fit
Model is 175cm wearing a size small.
WATERPROOFING/BREATHABILITY-
Tough, 2-layer 100% recycled polyester GORE-TEX ePE fabric for waterproof/breathable and windproof protection, with a soft and smooth interior lining for easy layering; the fabric, membrane and durable water repellent (DWR) finish are made without intentionally added PFAS.
INSULATION-
Strategically Placed InsulationSoft, baffled interior holds a strategically placed blend of 60-g and 100-g Thermogreen® 100% recycled polyester insulation for targeted warmth where you need it most. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory, which means the people who made this product earned a premium for their labour.
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Ride with ease and stay dry in the Patagonia Storm Shift Jacket. With 2-layer GORE-TEX ePE fabric, this jacket provides reliable protection against storms while allowing for natural movement. The special liner adds a touch of moisture-wicking warmth and easy layering without snagging. Plus, it's made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory and doesn't contain intentionally added PFAS.
Tough, 100% recycled 2-layer GORE-TEX ePE fabric is waterproof and breathable, with a body-mapped zigzag fleece lining to manage moisture; fabric, membrane and durable water repellent (DWR) finish are made without intentionally added PFAS.
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Patagonia's Storm Shift Jacket is designed to effortlessly move with the rider's body. With waterproof protection in any weather thanks to 2-layer GORE-TEX ePE fabric, this jacket also features a unique liner for warmth and easy layering. The fabric, membrane, and durable water repellent (DWR) finish were all thoughtfully made without any PFAS. This jacket is also proudly made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.
Tough, 100% recycled 2-layer GORE-TEX ePE fabric is waterproof and breathable, with a body-mapped zigzag fleece lining to manage moisture; fabric, membrane and durable water repellent (DWR) finish are made without intentionally added PFAS.
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Patagonia's Stormstride Jacket: the perfect shell for powder-lovers on the go. This lightweight, waterproof jacket boasts a stretchy, 3-layer H2No® Performance Standard fabric, making unpredictable weather a breeze. Plus, it's ethically made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.
Stretchy, 3-layer H2No® Performance Standard shell fabric is waterproof/breathable, with a soft recycled polyester knit interior backer to manage moisture, and treated with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish; the fabric, membrane and DWR finish are made without intentionally added PFAS
INSULATION-
Shell
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