Patagonia Stormstride Jacket Women's

We aren't shy about our appreciation for European brands - they make some pretty useful mountaineering stuff in the Alps, after all. But we'd be remiss to not recognize American exceptionalism when we see it. As far as fully weatherproof active shell layers go, Patagonia's Stormstride Jacket is the cream of the crop. At just 500g, this shell can pack down easily, providing peace of mind when the sky looks threatening. When it's actively storming, the massive pit zips provide plenty of heat-dumping ventilation while keeping you dry. An over-the-helmet-compatible hood with a laminated visor keeps the snow out and vision unrestricted. For those big snow years especially (fingers crossed), the tried-and-true Stormstride jacket from America's own Patagonia is a must-have in the quiver.

• Recycled polyester knit backing and 100% recycled nylon stretch weave for dynamic movement.
• The 3-layer H2No shell with a DWR finish works together to keep you weatherproof!
• Pit zips quickly release heat to help regulate temperature.
• Two large chest zippers for storing skins and goodies.