Patagonia Stormstride Jacket Women's

We don't shy away from our appreciation of European brands - they make some pretty useful mountaineering stuff, after all - but we also 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), this 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.
• 3-layer, H2No shell, with a DWR finish, all work together to make sure you stay weather-proofed!
• Two large chest zippers for storing skins and goodies.
• Pit zips quickly release heat to help regulate temperature.