Helly-HansenAlpha LIFALOFT Insulated Ski Jacket for Men – Enhanced Warmth & Lightweight Design

I have had many winter coats from most of the best manufacturers and I’m so surprised how warm and dry this coat keeps me!Usually a coat this warm would be big and bulky, but this is surprisingly light and comfortable.I don’t ski, I just really appreciate a warm dry jacket. Most of them start leaking eventually especially around the seems.This is probably more than I’ve ever spent on a jacket, but it’s so worth the money!I spend a lot of time outside all winter every winter and this jacket makes it so enjoyable!The technology in this jacket is incredible, not only the ample pockets, but the pocket to help your phone keep a charge and the rescue beacon are just amazing!This is the best purchase I’ve made in sometime, it’s like pampering myself exclamation pointJust one note on the sizing. At 5’10” and 180 pounds, their millions of users suggested large. I was surprised it was too small. I had to return it and get the extra large.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:I had this same jacket before and is excelent

I have skied in this jacket in tough conditions. It is warm and moves with you well. Great design and great Norwegian quality. Also a very good value for the quality you get.

Just purchased, so haven’t used yet. Accordingly, I am giving five stars at this point based solely on look and feel. Writing this review really to weigh in on sizing recommendation. As some others have noted, the jacket definitely has a more slim fit, and runs slightly smaller, than a regular ski jacket. I am 5’ 10” tall and weight 170-172. I typically would have ordered a medium but, based on other reviews and the manufacturer size guide, went with a large instead. Definitely the right call. Tried it on with base layers I typically would use (one thin and one midweight), and fit very well, including sleeve length; I suspect medium would have been too snug. The jacket also includes drawstrings at the bottom to further tighten the fit if desired.

Warm, good fit, many pockets.

Absolutely love this jacket for the coldest of days in the south. Super lightweight for what you get. Protects from the cold, wind and rain

Warm, flexible, comfortable with versatile storage. Thermal performance for the weight is excellent. I love the removable hood. In foul weather, it covers my helmet and face, keeping out the wind and snow. My only criticism is that it seems to absorb more water than I would expect from a truly water proof coat. By the end of a wet snow day, the sleaves and shoulders are pretty saturated.

Wonderful durable ski jacket!! Very warm and comfortable!! Kept me very warm and ventilated if needed during skiing.