Marmot Spire Jacket - Men's

So far I've found the Spire to be well built, dependable, and meets most of my needs. My first jacket with a powder skirt and I don't know why I waited so long to get one of those but it is great, and I'd never go skiing without one again. Solid, dependable, no frills shell from Marmot that I'd recommend for all your skiing and winter needs.

Used this skiing today. Weather was in the mid 20's. I was doing some agressive skiing. Jacket breathes pretty good. Pit zips open fully, no mesh. Jacket feels very solid and durable. I am 5'11" 180lbs, athletic build. Went with the large and it fits great. Enough length on the chairlift where it wont ride up. Also, the pockets are in a great spot, had my backpack on all day with waist strap and cold fully access both pockets no problem. Recommended!!!

I'm 185 lbs, 5"10, solidly built. I went w/ a large after trying on numerous different Marmont coats at the local REI (I normally wear a medium when it comes to winter gear).

I was a little disappointed at first with the sizing as I felt I was swimming in the jacket but after putting on a layer or two it fits wonderfully. The only complaint I have is in the sleeve length... I don't have monkey arms and the sleeves could use to lose an inch or two in my opinion.

This coat breathes fantastically and has the option of traditional pit zips (no lining) and after opening the breast pockets there are internal vents.

As for the helmet question: Absolutely helmet compatible. I think part of my initial review on sizing had to do with the size of the hood. I really had to dial in the hood before the coat wanted to fit properly. I wear a helmet but don't like the hood up and found that the hood fit well behind the helmet also.