1) stay dry in soft shell, a low-loft fabric that protects you
from the elements with a rugged stretch-woven exterior and a soft, brushed, knit liner
2) keep snow out with the adjustable, laminated powder skirt while you seal in warmth with the laminated hem drawcord and Velcro cuffs
3) Your jacket will stay in place with the no-lift, gusseted underarms that let you stretch without your jacket moving with you
4) in the event of an emergency, the integrated Recco avalanche rescue reflector allows rescue professional to efficiently pinpoint your exact location
5) regulate your temperature by opening the laminated pit zips
6) Warm your fingers in the 2 hand pockets while you stow your kes, gps,or trail goodies in the 2 internal stretch pockets