Recon Stretch Ski Shell Jacket - Women's
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Why We Like The Recon Stretch Ski Shell Jacket
For missions through the resort or into the backcountry, the Black Diamond Recon Stretch Ski Shell Jacket is briefed and ready for action. It's built with a BD.dry membrane that seals out snow while allowing air to flow, and it has underarm vents for extra breathability when we need it. Four-way stretch construction encourages our full range of motion, while the adjustable hood and cuffs customize the fit.
Details
- Waterproof shell for skiing in bounds or out
- BD.dry membrane is waterproof and breathable
- Four-way stretch construction for freedom of motion
- Powder skirt can be removed for changing conditions
- Adjustable hood and cuffs for a perfect fit
- Underarm zippers let you customize airflow
- Internal mesh pockets secure skins or layers
- Item #BLD00SI
- Material
- [membrane/laminate] BD.dry (3-layer), [face fabric] 84% nylon, 16% elastane
- Seams
- fully sealed
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- 28.5in
- Hood
- helmet-compatible
- Pockets
- 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered pass, 1 zippered chest, 2 internal mesh
- Venting
- underarm zippers
- Powder Skirt
- removable
- Claimed Weight
- 1lb 7.5oz
- Activity
- ski, snowboard
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 64 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 11, 2024
Great shell
I knocked a star because I wish there were two front chest pockets. I’ve learned in snow activities I utilize the chest pockets more than the lower jacket pockets (mainly because things slide out of my lower pockets all the time). Otherwise, this is a great shell and so far has been very waterproof!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 26, 2024
Very strange fit
Bought this for a big trip to Japan last month and by the time it arrived I didn’t have time to return it or find something else. It’s a very strange fit. I’m short - 5’0 120# with a typical women’s body, meaning I have hips. It barely zips over my them, very tight and then rides up around my chest with all kinds of extra fabric bunched around my face. I have to snap the powder skirt first to be able to zip it up. It works great for what it’s designed for and the pockets are good, but it sure doesn’t fit me well. The hood is so massive you can’t wear it without a helmet (i.e. uphill on the skin track) because it falls down to my nose. I wish I could attach a photo - I don’t seem to have that option? It seems to be designed for men or women 5’6 and up with no hips.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 21, 2024
Great jacket
I'm loving my shell so far. The waterproofing beads everywhere, the length is great and it is comfortable. I've gotten lots of compliments on the look and colour. I had been nervous that it wouldn't be warm enough for cooler days on the chairlift but I've been happy with just a fleece or mid weight puffy underneath. My only notes are really specific, the arms are a bit baggy and the extra fold of material at the pockets lays in a weird way affecting the 'sleekness' of the fit .
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 10, 2024
Best shell for ski touring
So glad I bought this jacket to replace my previous hard shell. It packs down smaller in my touring pack and it’s more flexible with greater coverage than the jacket I had before. And it’s easy to fit over my helmet for the blustery transitions or descents when I need a little more warmth.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 2, 2024
Amazing purchase
Bought this for my wife, 5’ 6”160 lbs and a large was perfect. First time out was a rainy PNW day and she stayed perfectly dry and warm the whole time. Water was beading off right out of the package with no waterproofing done. Loved it so much i bought one for myself.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 26, 2024
The best ski jacket
I love this jacket so much I later bought the matching bibs. The material is soft and flexible and it feels like you're wearing comfortable hang out clothes instead of a rigid feeling shell. I've used it in multiple snowstorms and it's seriously the best ski jacket I've ever used. I work at a ski resort and wish I could wear this instead of my uniform!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 18, 2023
Avis mitigé
Une très bonne coquille sur plusieurs aspects; chaude, imperméable, confortable. Mais je suis très déçus du fit, qui me semble plus adapté à la morphologie masculine que féminine! Très lousse dans le haut mais ajusté aux hanches… donc si vous avez de bonnes hanches, ce n’est pas le bon manteau! De plus, du moment que les poches de côtés sont utilisées (téléphone ou autre) le tissus ouvre pour laisser apparaître le zip. Le modèle aurait intérêt à avoir des zips apparents, tout simplement!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 14, 2023
Well fitting and made jacket!
Feels like well made material, all zippers run very smooth and the fit is great, not too baggy and not too form fitting that it restricts movement.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 7, 2023
Solidly buit, functional, and good looking
Bought this shell for my GF. I have the same one and really like it for multiple activities....it's super windproof, not too heavy, and is not overloaded with unnecessary features. This is now the go-to for both of us, whether that's winter biking, skiing, snowshoeing, or hiking at elevation....Great Jacket!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 4, 2023
thoughtful design for backcountry or resort skiing
Excited to test this out but am so far impressed with the design, including the shoulder pocket, powder skirt, hood that can accommodate a helmet, and pit zips. This jacket includes all of the features I've found to be essential for a backcountry jacket. So glad to have finally found it since many jackets have some of these features but not ALL.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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