| When you are on top of a mountain the last thing | | | | 5. Zippered Pockets. Zipped pockets are an essential |
| you want is for your jacket to let you down. Being | | | | when it comes to purchasing a ski jacket. It's |
| uncomfortable all day can affect your holiday so it is | | | | important to keep your hands free to grip the poles |
| essential to choose the correct jacket for you. We | | | | to make sure you are skiing to your fullest potential. |
| have come up with 9 handy hints to make your | | | | You need somewhere to keep your valuables when |
| skiing shopping as easy as possible. | | | | on the slopes and the last thing you want to lose is |
| 1. Ensure you know what size you are. If you try lots | | | | your wallet! |
| of different jackets in different sizes it can be | | | | 6. Glove or Mitten clips. Make sure you buy a jacket |
| impossible to find one you want. A ski jacket should | | | | which have glove or mitten clips at the end of the |
| fit comfortably on the body however not restricting | | | | sleeves. This means that you can remove your |
| movement of the arms and body. | | | | gloves quickly when you are in desperate need of a |
| 2. Comfortable with layers. It is important to ensure | | | | hot chocolate! |
| that your jacket can fit comfortably with multiple | | | | 7. Sleeve construction. The cold can get in by all |
| layers of clothing underneath. The best way to keep | | | | places so it essential to make sure that you are |
| warm is by layering so your jacket should be | | | | covered. Check that the sleeves are elasticated as |
| comfortable enough to be worn over a fleece jacket | | | | well as the straight outer-cuff. |
| and t-shirts. The idea is not to be bulky but warm. | | | | 8. Zip past your neck. Try and find a jacket which |
| 3. Wind proofing. It is best to buy a jacket which is | | | | has a zip up front that goes past your neck. By |
| wind proof. They are normally made from synthetic, | | | | having this you can tuck a neck scarf into the jacket. |
| tightly woven material which stops wind from going | | | | This will ensure that cold breezes are prevented |
| through the fabric. | | | | when going down the slope. |
| 4. Waterproof. There are many different types of | | | | 9. Matching. If you want to make a statement on |
| textiles which ski jackets are made from. They have | | | | the slopes then go for a jacket that matches your |
| a variety of coatings which prevent moisture from | | | | other ski equipment. You may have already |
| soaking the layers underneath. When skiing it is | | | | purchased your ski trousers so go for something that |
| essential to stay dry and comfortable. | | | | matches. |