Bomber for the harshest conditions

By Michael pansiri Ranked #1135 - Men's Ski Jackets November 28, 2009

I recently just ordered a new one of these bad boys in the volcano colorway, while i was using and everglade from about 2004. I have yet to use my newly acquired one, but one i know from my older model (which got replaced because i gave it away to a friend in need), it's a sick shell with a nice athletic fit that can be used for epic off piste skiing, or if you're just moying around the groomed runs. I know Arc'teryx stuff seems pricey, but the build quality of this stuff is great and along with the great customer care of both backcounry and arc'teryx. I don't think you can go wrong. My old sidewinder from '04 had no problems with waterproofing and build quality, as long as you keep the garment cleaned with the proper liquid stuff arc'teryx recommends. (website). My first jacket lasted my numerous (100 plus days in the powder a year on the east coast (jay peak, killington, stowe, and granted the weather may not seem like its too raunchy there. but believe me the ice and wind will not get through this bomber beast. Waist gaiter, zipper placement, and construction have this jacket running at the front of the line for me, and if you can afford it, I gaurantee it will not disappoint you for years to come. Happy outdooring! and Enjoy the jacket if you get it, I surely am and will for a long time to come!

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