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TOP 5 WOMEN'S INSULATED JACKETS
If you’re someone who runs cold – or if you tend to ride in cold conditions, then these jackets are probably for you. Also for anyone who wants their jacket to do the insulating and doesn’t want to worry too much about layering underneath.
Note: These are the top jackets (assessed for waterproofing, breathability and functionality) that also have insulation – but the amount of or the type of insulation hasn’t been assessed.
Price is not taken into account for this list, except that anything over $500 wasn’t considered.
INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: AIRBLASTER SASSY BEAST
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 88/100
Insulation: 60g (MEDIUM)
WATERPROOF RATING: 30,000MM - waterproofing terminology (hover)
BREATHABILITY: 20,000G - breathability terminology (hover)
SEAMS: FULLY TAPED - taping terminology (hover)
FIT: REGULAR (with articulated arms) - fit terminology (hover)
Starting off the list of insulated jackets at #5, is Airblaster's Sassy Beast snowboard jacket.
The Sassy Beast features great waterproofing and breathability, both very important factors for snowboard jackets.
The Sassy Beast is the lowest priced jacket on this list.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Sassy Beast Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 0.0 | 0/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 88/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: 686 GORE-TEX WILLOW
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 93.5/100
Insulation: 60G (MEDIUM)
WATERPROOFING: 28,000MM (GORE-TEX)
BREATHABILITY: 20,000G (GORE-TEX)
SEAMS: FULLY TAPED
FIT: REGULAR (with articulation)
Next up we have 686's Gore-Tex Willow.
The Willow is the first of many Gore-Tex options in this list. Gore-tex offers good waterproofing and breathability. And like all jackets on this list, the Willow has fully taped seams, which further helps with waterproofing.
Aside from that the Willow features all the functionality you're likely to need in a snowboarding jacket.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Gore-Tex Willow Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 93.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Volcom Ell Insulated GORE-TEX
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 94/100
Insulation: 80g (MEDIUM)
WATERPROOFING: 28,000MM (GORE-TEX)
BREATHABILITY: 20,000G (GORE-TEX)
SEAMS: FULLY TAPED
FIT: SLIM (long)
Volcom's Ell Insulated gives you all the benefits of Gore-Tex and all the functionality you need in a snowboarding jacket.
If you're looking for a slimmer but longer fit in your jacket, the Ell might be a good choice for you (note that all these jackets come in several different colorways).
Check out the link below for a similar Volcom option, at a higher price point, but with some different features:
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Ell Insulated Gore-Tex Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Roxy Glade Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 40g (LIGHT)
WATERPROOFING: 28,000MM (GORE-TEX)
BREATHABILITY: 20,000G (GORE-TEX)
SEAMS: FULLY TAPED
FIT: REGULAR (long)
In at #2 among out insulated snowboard jackets, we have the 686 Glade Gore-Tex.
With the Glade you get all the waterproofing and breathability benefits of fully taped seams and Gore-Tex fabric and a whole lot of functionality. It features a long fit for those who like their snowboarding jacket longer, but without being too baggy - but with enough room to layer underneath.
Check out the link below for a similarly performing Roxy option, allbeit at a higher price point (but still under the $500 threshold we set for this list):
>>Roxy Gore-Tex Stretch Purelines
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Glade Gore-Tex Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton GORE-TEX Powline Insulated
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 80g (MEDIUM)
WATERPROOFING: 28,000MM (GORE-TEX)
BREATHABILITY: 20,000G (GORE-TEX)
SEAMS: FULLY TAPED
FIT: Regular
Finally our #1 insulated women's snowboard jacket for this list, is Burton's Insulated Gore-Tex Powline.
Like the 3 above, the Powline features great breathability and waterproofing courtesy of fully taped seams and Gore-Tex fabric.
That and all the functionality you're ever likely to need, makes this jacket a great option for those seeking high performance out of their snowboarding jacket.
Some other Burton options, which scored the same as this in our scoring system, but have other features and/or more durability, but come in at a higher price-point. The Powline Insulated is the lowest priced of these options:
>>Burton Gore-Tex Pillowline Anorak
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Gore-Tex Powline Insulated Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S NON-INSULATED (SHELL) JACKETS
If you prefer your jacket to be a shell – something that maximizes focus on waterproofing and being breathable and is lighter than an insulated jacket– and you want to be able to do your own insulating with layers and you can use your jacket for spring/warm weather riding as well, without over-heating, then these might be more your style.
NON-INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Burton AK Gore-Tex Kimmy Anorak
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 90.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FIT: REGULAR (with articulation)
Starting off the shell snowboard jacket section of this list, at #5, we have Burton's AK Gore-Tex Kimmy Anorak.
The Kimmy Anorak features the great waterproofing and breathability that Gore-Tex is known for and a lot of great functionality features.
The Kimmy Anorak is the only Anorak option in this list.
With enough room for layering underneath for those cold days and a fit that's not too baggy but not so tight that it hinders freedom of movement. The latter is helped by an articulated design.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Gore-Tex Kimmy Anorak Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 0.0 | 0/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: L1 Atlas
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 94.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
FIT: REGULAR
Next up we have the L1 Atlas.
The Atlas features some great waterproofing fabric, fully taped seams and really good breathability. Not to mention all the functionality you're ever likely to need in a snowboarding jacket.
It fits so that there's enough room under the jacket for layering but with a fit that's still not sloppy or baggy.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Atlas Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 27/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Volcom V.CO Aris GORE-TEX
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 95.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FIT: REGULAR
The Volcom V.CO Aris Gore-Tex snowboard jacket has pretty everything you could ever need in a snowboarding jacket from its waterproofing to its breathability to its features.
The fit is streamlined but still with enough room to layer underneath for those colder days.
The V.CO Aris is also the lowest priced jacket in this list.
Check out the link below for a Volcom jacket with similar features and specs as the Aris:
Check out the Score Breakdown For the V.CO Aris GORE-TEX Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: 686 Gore-Tex Skyline
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
In as our #2 women's shell snowboard jacket, we have the Gore-Tex Skyline from 686.
The Skyline, like most in this list, takes advantage of Gore-Tex to have high-end waterproofing and breathability, aided by fully taped seams.
Only one jacket in this list (see #3 V.CO Aris) is priced lower than the Skyline.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the Gore-Tex Skyline Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton AK Upshift Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Finally, in as our #1 women's non-insulated snowboard jacket, we have Burton's AK Upshift Gore-Tex.
Featuring all the waterproofing, breathability and functionality, including a removable powder skirt, helmet adjustable hood, jacket to pants connections and a host of highly specific, functional pockets (including media pocket and zippered sleeve pass pocket), the AK Upshift has everything you're ever likely to need in a snowboarding jacket.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Upshift Gore-Tex Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
To make this list more useful I have broken this list down into two sections:
- The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets; and
- The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
TOP 5 WOMEN'S INSULATED JACKETS
Of the 77 women's insulated jackets that I rated:
INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Burton AK Embark Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Embark Gore-Tex Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Roxy Glade 2L Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Burton Gore-Tex Treeline
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Burton Gore-Tex Pillowline
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 80G
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: DC Meridian
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 60g Body | 40g Sleeves
Waterproofing: 45,000
Breathability: 30,000
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S NON-INSULATED JACKETS
Of the 23 non-insulated jackets that I rated:
NON-INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Volcom Melancon Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Patagonia Storm Shift
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: 686 Gore-Tex Skyline
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Armada Perennia 3L Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 97/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 25,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 5.0 | 25/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton AK Upshift Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
To make this list more useful I have broken this list down into four sections and this includes:
- The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $250 & $300
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets $250 and under
This list has been updated for the 2021-22 season.
O.k. let’s get into the lists.
TOP 5 WOMEN'S INSULATED JACKETS
If you’re someone who runs cold – or if you tend to ride in cold conditions, then these jackets are probably for you. Also for anyone who wants their jacket to do the insulating and doesn’t want to worry too much about layering underneath.
Note: These are the top jackets (assessed for waterproofing, breathability and functionality) that also have insulation – but the amount of or the type of insulation hasn’t been assessed.
Price is not taken into account for this except that anything over $500 wasn’t considered.
Of the 73 women's insulated jackets that I rated:
Note: The following would have also made this list, but are already in the "between $250 and $300" list below:
- DC Sovereign
INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: 686 Willow Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 94/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Volcom Ell Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 94/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Burton AK Embark Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Embark Gore-Tex Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Roxy Glade 2L Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton Gore-Tex Treeline
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S NON-INSULATED JACKETS
If you prefer your jacket to be a shell – something that maximizes focus on waterproofing and being breathable and is lighter than an insulated jacket– and you want to be able to do your own insulating with layers and you can use your jacket for spring/warm weather riding as well, without over-heating, then these might be more your style.
This wasn’t as easy a task as I thought it would be. It seems that a majority of women’s snowboarding jackets have some sort of insulation included. But I did find 16 non-insulated jackets and these were the highest rated of those.
Of the 16 non-insulated jackets that I rated:
Note: The following would have also made this list, but are already included in the "between $200 and $300" list below:
- Burton Gore-Tex Powline
- Volcom Aris Gore-Tex
NON-INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Dakine Barrier Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 91.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 0.0 | 0/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Patagonia Powder Bowl
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Volcom Leda Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Armada Perennia 3L Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 97/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 25,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 5.0 | 25/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton Upshift Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS BETWEEN $250 AND $300
The jackets in the 2 lists above don’t take price into consideration. Truth is that not everyone can afford to, or are willing to, spend that much on a snowboarding jacket.
If you’ve got a reasonable budget, but not willing to spend too much, but still want good waterproofing, breathability and other performance factors out of your jacket, these jackets are probably for you.
JACKET BETWEEN $250 AND $300 #5
Jacket: 686 Mantra
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 91/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 27/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $250 AND $300 #4
Jacket: Volcom Fern Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 92/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 92/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $250 AND $300 #3
Jacket: Volcom Aris Gore Tex
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 95.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (gore-tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (gore-tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Note that there is both a shell Volcom Aris and an insulated version. The insulated version has 80g of insulation in the body. 60g in the sleeves.
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $250 AND $300 #2
Jacket: DC Sovereign
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 30,000mm
Breathability: 25,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $250 AND $300 #1
Jacket: Burton Gore-Tex Powline
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS UNDER $250
If you want to get the best you can in terms of performance – but want to spend as little as possible to get it, then this is the list for you. You'll have to sacrifice a little bit in performance but these are the best that I’ve found in terms of performance for under $250.
JACKETS UNDER $250 #5
Jacket: Armada Elmere
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 76/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 76/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $250 #4
Jacket: 686 Rumor Insulated
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 76.5/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves | 40g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 76.5/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $250 #3
Jacket: 686 Dream Insulated
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 76.5/100
Insulation: 100g body | 60g sleeves | 40g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 76.5/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $250 #2
Jacket: 686 Lightbeam
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 77/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 77/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $250 #1
Jacket: Volcom Shelter 3D Stretch
Price: See links at the bottom of this page for current pricing
Score: 85.5/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.0 | 24/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.5 | 17.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.5/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this list has given you some options for your next or first snowboarding jacket – depending on your needs and your budget.
For more info, current prices and availability for any of the jackets above check out the links under each jacket.
To make this list more useful I have broken this list down into four sections and this includes:
- The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $200 & $300
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets for less than $200
O.k. let’s get into the lists.
TOP 5 WOMEN'S INSULATED JACKETS
If you’re someone who runs cold – or if you tend to ride in cold conditions, then these jackets are probably for you. Also for anyone who wants their jacket to do the insulating and doesn’t want to worry too much about layering underneath.
Note: These are the top jackets (assessed for waterproofing, breathability and functionality) that also have insulation – but the amount of or the type of insulation hasn’t been assessed.
Price is not taken into account for this except that anything over $500 wasn’t considered.
Of the 72 women's insulated jackets that I rated:
Note: The following would have also made this list, but are already in the "between $200 and $300" list below:
- Burton Kaylo Insulated Gore-Tex
- DC Sovereign
- Burton Balsam Gore-Tex
INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: 686 Whitney Gore-Tex
Price: $319
Score: 94/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Volcom Eva Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: $300
Score: 94/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Burton AK Embark Gore-Tex
Price: $439
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Embark Gore-Tex Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Roxy Glade 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $399
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton Eyris Gore-Tex
Price: $309
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S NON-INSULATED JACKETS
If you prefer your jacket to be a shell – something that maximizes focus on waterproofing and being breathable and is lighter than an insulated jacket– and you want to be able to do your own insulating with layers and you can use your jacket for spring/warm weather riding as well, without over-heating, then these might be more your style.
This wasn’t as easy a task as I thought it would be. It seems that a majority of women’s snowboarding jackets have some sort of insulation included. But I did find 16 non-insulated jackets and these were the highest rated of those.
Of the 16 non-insulated jackets that I rated:
Note: The following would have also made this list, but are already in the "between $200 and $300" list below:
- Burton Kaylo Gore-Tex
- Volcom Aris Gore-Tex
NON-INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Flylow Lucy
Price: $399
Score: 94.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 27/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Armada Resolution Gore-Tex
Price: $499
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 25,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Patagonia Powder Bowl
Price: $399
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Volcom Leda Gore-Tex
Price: $340
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton Upshift Gore-Tex
Price: $379
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS BETWEEN $200 AND $300
The jackets in the 2 lists above don’t take price into consideration. Truth is that not everyone can afford to, or are willing to, spend that much on a snowboarding jacket.
If you’ve got a reasonable budget, but not willing to spend too much, but still want good waterproofing, breathability and other performance factors out of your jacket, these jackets are probably for you.
Of the 42 jackets that I rated that cost between $200 and $300:
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #5
Jacket: Volcom Fern Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: $285
Score: 92/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 92/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #4
Jacket: Burton Balsam Gore-Tex
Price: $289
Score: 95/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (gore-tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (gore-tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #3
Jacket: Volcom Aris Gore Tex
Price: $270
Score: 95.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (gore-tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (gore-tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Note that there is both a shell Volcom Aris and an insulated version. The insulated version has 80g of insulation in the body. 60g in the sleeves.
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #2
Jacket: DC Sovereign
Price: $299
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 30,000mm
Breathability: 25,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #1
Jacket: Burton Kaylo Gore-Tex
Price: $249
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Note that there is also an insulated version of the Kaylo. The insulated version has 80g of insulation. It's a little more expensive than the shell version, but still comes in well under $300.
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS UNDER $200
If you want to get the best you can in terms of performance – but want to spend as little as possible to get it, then this is the list for you. You'll have to sacrifice a little bit in performance but these are the best that I’ve found in terms of performance for under $220.
Note that this list's maximum has increased to $220 as there were too few jackets under $200 and inflation and all that! Also note that if you can find one of these in a past season model, that you will be able to pick it up for a good bit cheaper than MSRP.
Of the 20 jackets that I rated that cost less than $220:
JACKETS UNDER $200 #5
Jacket: Volcom Fawn
Price: $210
Score: 65.5/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Critically Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 2.5 | 10/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 65.5/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #4
Jacket: 686 Athena
Price: $179
Score: 66.5/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves | 40g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Critically Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 2.5 | 10/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 66.5/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #3
Jacket: Volcom Ashlar
Price: $200
Score: 67/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Critically Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 2.5 | 10/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 67/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #2
Jacket: 686 Rumor Insulated
Price: $219
Score: 76.5/100
Insulation: 80g body | 60g sleeves | 40g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 76.5/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #1
Jacket: 686 Dream Insulated
Price: $199
Score: 76.5/100
Insulation: 100g body | 60g sleeves | 40g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 76.5/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this list has given you some options for your next or first snowboarding jacket – depending on your needs and your budget.
To make this list more useful I have broken this list down into four sections and this includes:
- The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $200 & $300
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets for less than $200
O.k. let’s get into the lists.
TOP 5 WOMEN'S INSULATED JACKETS
If you’re someone who runs cold – or if you tend to ride in cold conditions, then these jackets are probably for you. Also for anyone who wants their jacket to do the insulating and doesn’t want to worry too much about layering underneath.
Note: These are the top jackets (assessed for waterproofing, breathability and functionality) that also have insulation – but the amount of or the type of insulation hasn’t been assessed.
Price is not taken into account for this except that anything over $500 wasn’t considered.
Of the 69 women's insulated jackets that I rated:
INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Roxy Glade 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $399
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
There is really very little difference in terms of performance of the 5 jackets here. So, you’re decision will ultimately come down to the jacket you like the look of the most, how much insulation you want and what you're budget is.
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Burton Kaylo Gore-Tex
Price: $269
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Burton AK Embark Gore-Tex
Price: $439
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Embark Gore-Tex Below
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: 686 Moonlight Gore-Tex
Price: $360
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: DC Panoramic 30K
Price: $279
Score: 100/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 5.0 | 25/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 100/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S NON-INSULATED JACKETS
If you prefer your jacket to be a shell – something that maximizes focus on waterproofing and being breathable and is lighter than an insulated jacket– and you want to be able to do your own insulating with layers and you can use your jacket for spring/warm weather riding as well, without over-heating, then these might be more your style.
This wasn’t as easy a task as I thought it would be. It seems that a majority of women’s snowboarding jackets have some sort of insulation included. But I did find 10 non-insulated jackets and these were the highest rated of those.
Of the 10 non-insulated jackets that I rated:
NON-INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Dakine Beretta 3L Gore-Tex
Price: $449
Score: 94/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 25,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 5.0 | 25/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 0.0 | 0/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Volcom Leda Gore-Tex
Price: $284
Score: 95.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Patagonia Powder Bowl
Price: $399
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Patagonia Departer
Price: $349
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 25,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton Upshift Gore-Tex
Price: $379
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 5.0 | 5/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS BETWEEN $200 AND $300
The jackets in the 2 lists above don’t take price into consideration. Truth is that not everyone can afford to, or are willing to, spend that much on a snowboarding jacket.
If you’ve got a reasonable budget, but not willing to spend too much, but still want good waterproofing, breathability and other performance factors out of your jacket, these jackets are probably for you.
Of the 41 jackets that I rated that cost between $200 and $300:
Note: The following would have also made this list, but are already in one the lists above:
- DC Panoramic 30K (Top 5 Insulated)
- Burton Kaylo Gore-Tex (Top 5 Insulated)
- Volcom Leda Gore-Tex (Top 5 Non-Insulated)
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #5
Jacket: Roxy Breeze
Price: $299
Score: 90/100
Insulation: 130g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 27/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #4
Jacket: 686 Smarty 3-in-1 Spellbound
Price: $260
Score: 91/100
Insulation: Removable synthetic liner
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 27/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.0 | 20/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #3
Jacket: 686 Hydra Insulated
Price: $259
Score: 93.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 4.5 | 27/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 93.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #2
Jacket: Volcom Eva Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: $289
Score: 95.5/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #1
Jacket: Volcom Fern Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: $264
Score: 95.5/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 5.0 | 30/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS UNDER $200
If you want to get the best you can in terms of performance – but want to spend as little as possible to get it, then this is the list for you. You’ll likely have to sacrifice a little bit in performance but these are the best that I’ve found in terms of performance for under $200.
Of the 18 jackets that I rated that cost less than $200:
JACKETS UNDER $200 #5
Jacket: Volcom Leeland
Price: $199
Score: 66/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Critically Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 2.5 | 10/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 66/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #4
Jacket: Volcom Westland
Price: $179
Score: 66/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Critically Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 2.5 | 10/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 66/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #3
Jacket: 686 Athena
Price: $170
Score: 67/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Critically Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 2.5 | 10/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 67/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #2
Jacket: 686 Rumor Insulated
Price: $199
Score: 77/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 77/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #1
Jacket: 686 Dream Insulated
Price: $190
Score: 77/100
Insulation: 100g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
|---|---|---|
WATERPROOFING | 3.0 | 18/30 |
SEAM SEALING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
BREATHABILITY | 3.0 | 15/25 |
POWDER SKIRT | 4.0 | 4/5 |
VENTING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
HOOD | 5.0 | 5/5 |
JACKET TO PANTS CONNECTIONS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
POCKETS | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 77/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this list has given you some options for your next or first snowboarding jacket – depending on your needs and your budget.
To make this list more useful I have broken this list down into four sections and this includes:
- The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $200 & $300
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets for less than $200
O.k. let’s get into the lists.
TOP 5 WOMEN'S INSULATED JACKETS
If you’re someone who runs cold – or if you tend to ride in cold conditions, then these jackets are probably for you. Also for anyone who wants their jacket to do the insulating and doesn’t want to worry too much about layering underneath.
Note: These are the top jackets (assessed for waterproofing, breathability and functionality) that also have insulation – but the amount of or the type of insulation hasn’t been assessed.
Price is not taken into account for this except that anything over $500 wasn’t considered.
Of the 78 insulated jackets that I rated:
INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Burton AK Embark Gore-Tex
Price: $429
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
There is really very little difference in terms of performance of the 5 jackets here. So, you’re decision will ultimately come down to the jacket you like the look of the most, how much insulation you want and what you're budget is.
Check out the Score Breakdown For the AK Embark Gore-Tex Below
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Roxy Essence 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $399
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Volcom Iris 3-in-1 Gore-Tex
Price: $430
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 600 Down
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Roxy Wilder 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $349
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: 686 Wonderland Gore-Tex
Price: $319
Score: 97.5/100
Insulation: 40g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 97.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S NON-INSULATED JACKETS
If you prefer your jacket to be a shell – something that maximizes focus on waterproofing and being breathable and is lighter than an insulated jacket– and you want to be able to do your own insulating with layers and you can use your jacket for spring/warm weather riding as well, without over-heating, then these might be more your style.
This wasn’t as easy a task as I thought it would be. It seems that a majority of women’s snowboarding jackets have some sort of insulation included. But I did find 11 non-insulated jackets and these were the highest rated of those.
Of the 11 non-insulated jackets that I rated:
NON-INSULATED JACKET #5
Jacket: Dakine Remington 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $300
Score: 91.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 0.0 | 0/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #4
Jacket: Ride Vine
Price: $339
Score: 92.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
The Vine is the only jacket from both the Insulated and non-insulated lists to not feature Gore-Tex. There are more non-Gore-Tex options in the Between $200 and $300 and Under $200 lists below.
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 4.5 | 27/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 92.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #3
Jacket: Dakine Beretta 3L Gore-Tex
Price: $439
Score: 95/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 25,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 5.0 | 25/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 0.0 | 0/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 95/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #2
Jacket: Volcom Leda Gore-Tex
Price: $270
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
NON-INSULATED JACKET #1
Jacket: Burton AK Blade Gore-Tex
Price: $359
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS BETWEEN $200 AND $300
The jackets in the 2 lists above don’t take price into consideration. Truth is that not everyone can afford to, or are willing to, spend that much on a snowboarding jacket.
If you’ve got a reasonable budget, but not an endless one, but still want great waterproofing, breathability and other performance factors out of your jacket, these jackets are probably for you.
Of the 44 jackets that I rated that cost between $200 and $300:
Note: The following would have also made this list, but are already in one the lists above:
- Volcom Leda Gore-Tex (Top 5 Non-Insulated)
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #5
Jacket: 686 Hydra Insulated
Price: $259
Score: 91/100
Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 4.5 | 27/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.0 | 20/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #4
Jacket: Dakine Remington 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $300
Score: 91.5/100
Insulation: SHELL
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 0.0 | 0/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #3
Jacket: Roxy Down The Line
Price: $299
Score: 92.5/100
Insulation: 100g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 4.5 | 27/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 92.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #2
Jacket: Burton Kaylo Gore-Tex
Price: $269
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 140g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
JACKET BETWEEN $200 AND $300 #1
Jacket: Volcom Eva Insulated Gore-Tex
Price: $280
Score: 96.5/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 28,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 20,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 5.0 | 30/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Powder Skirt | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 96.5/100 |
TOP 5 WOMEN'S JACKETS UNDER $200
If you want to get the best you can in terms of performance – but want to spend as little as possible to get it, then this is the list for you. You’ll likely have to sacrifice a little bit in performance but these are the best that I’ve found in terms of performance for under $200.
Of the 28 jackets that I rated that cost less than $200:
JACKETS UNDER $200 #5
Jacket: Volcom Meadow
Price: $170
Score: 66/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Critically Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 3.0 | 18/30 |
Seam Sealing | 2.5 | 10/20 |
Breathability | 3.0 | 15/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 66/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #4
Jacket: Volcom Westland
Price: $170
Score: 66/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Critically Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 3.0 | 18/30 |
Seam Sealing | 2.5 | 10/20 |
Breathability | 3.0 | 15/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 66/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #3
Jacket: 686 Athena
Price: $170
Score: 67/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Critically Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 3.0 | 18/30 |
Seam Sealing | 2.5 | 10/20 |
Breathability | 3.0 | 15/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 67/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #2
Jacket: 686 Dream Insulated
Price: $180
Score: 77/100
Insulation: 100g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 3.0 | 18/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 3.0 | 15/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 77/100 |
JACKETS UNDER $200 #1
Jacket: 686 Rumor Insulated
Price: $199
Score: 77/100
Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm (Gore-Tex)
Breathability: 10,000g (Gore-Tex)
Seams: Fully Taped
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Waterproofing | 3.0 | 18/30 |
Seam Sealing | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Breathability | 3.0 | 15/25 |
Powder Skirt | 4.0 | 4/5 |
Venting | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Hood | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Jacket-to-Pants Connections | 5.0 | 5/5 |
Pockets | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 77/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this list has given you some options for your next or first snowboarding jacket – depending on your needs and your budget.
To make this list more useful I have broken this list down into four sections and this includes:
- The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $200 & $300
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets for less than $200
O.k. let’s get into the lists.
The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
If you’re someone who runs cold – or if you tend to ride in super cold conditions, then these jackets are probably for you. Also for anyone who wants their jacket to do the insulating and doesn’t want to worry too much about layering underneath.
Note: These are the top jackets (assessed for waterproofing, breathability and functionality) that also have insulation – but the amount of or the type of insulation hasn’t been assessed.
Price is not taken into account for this except that anything over $500 wasn’t considered.
Of the 89 insulated jackets that I rated:
- The average score was 74.8/100
- The highest score was 97.5/100
- The lowest score was 22.0/100
- The average price was $259
Insulated Jacket #5
Jacket Name: Volcom Bow Insulated Gore-Tex Jacket
Price: $290
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g (low-loft insulation)
Waterproofing: 25,000
Breathability: 20,000
There is really very little difference in terms of performance of the 5 jackets here. So, you’re decision will ultimately come down to the jacket you like the look of the most and how much insulation you want.
This is the cheapest of the 5 insulated jackets that made the list.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 96.5/100 |
Insulated Jacket #4
Jacket Name: Burton AK 2L Embark Gore-Tex
Price: $429
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: PrimaLoft® Silver (60G) Insulation (mid-level insulation on Burton’s scale)
Waterproofing: 25,000
Breathability: 20,000
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 96.5/100 |
Insulated Jacket #3
Jacket Name: The North Face Lostrail Insulated
Price: $380
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80 g/100 g Heatseeker™ (mid level insulation on The North Face’s scale)
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 97/100 |
Insulated Jacket #2
Jacket Name: Roxy Essence 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $399
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: PrimaLoft® Black Insulation Eco (60g) – mid level insulation on Roxy’s scale
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
Insulated Jacket #1
Jacket Name: Roxy Wilder 2L Gore-Tex Jacket
Price: $329
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: Thinsulate (80g body, 80g sleeve, 60g hood) – mid level insulation on Roxy’s scale
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
If you prefer your jacket to be a shell – something that maximizes focus on waterproofing and being breathable and is lighter than an insulated jacket– and you want to be able to do your own insulating with layers and you can use your jacket for spring/warm weather riding as well, without over-heating, then these might be more your style.
This wasn’t as easy a task as I thought it would be. It seems that a majority of women’s snowboarding jackets have some sort of insulation included. But I did find 15 non-insulated jackets and these were the highest rated of those.
Of the 15 non-insulated jackets that I rated:
- The average score was 80.7/100
- The highest score was 97.0/100
- The lowest score was 29.0/100
- The average price was $275
Non-Insulated Jacket #5
Jacket Name: Dakine Baretta 3L Gore Tex
Price: $439
Type: Shell
Waterproofing: 28,000mm
Breathability: 25,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 0.0 | 0/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 94.0/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #4
Jacket Name: Ride Vine
Price: $299
Type: Shell
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.5 | 27/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 94.5/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #3
Jacket Name: Burton AK Blade Gore-Tex
Price: $359
Type: Shell
Waterproofing: 25,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 96.5/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #2
Jacket Name: Burton Rubix Shell Gore-Tex
Price: $349
Type: Shell
Waterproofing: 25,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 96.5/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #1
Jacket Name: Volcom W Gore-Tex
Price: $280
Type: Shell
Waterproofing: 25,000mm
Breathability: 20,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 97/100 |
The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $200 & $300
The jackets in the 2 lists above don’t take price into consideration. Truth is that not everyone can afford to, or are willing to, spend that much on a snowboarding jacket.
If you’ve got a reasonable budget, but not an endless one, but still want great waterproofing, breathability and other performance factors out of your jacket, these jackets are probably for you.
Of the 48 jackets that I rated that cost between $200 and $300:
- The average score was 75.9/100
- The highest score was 97.0/100
- The lowest score was 22.0/100
- The average price was $255
Note: The following would have also made this list, but are already in one the lists above:
- Volcom W Gore-Tex (Top 5 Non-Insulated)
- Volcom Bow Insulated Gore-Tex (Top 5 Insulated)
- Ride Vine (Top 5 Non-Insulated)
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 5
Jacket Name: Roxy Wildlife
Price: $259
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 3M™ Thinsulate™ (100g body, 80g sleeves, 60g hood)
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.0 | 24/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 3.0 | 15/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 84.0/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 4
Jacket Name: Oakley Phoenix Biozone
Price: $299
Type: Shell
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.0 | 24/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 89.0/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 3
Jacket Name: Volcom Shadow Insulated
Price: $250
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.0 | 24/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 89.0/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 2
Jacket Name: 686 GLCR Hydra Insulated
Price: $240
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 60g Polyfill Body/40g Polyfill Sleeves
Waterproofing: 20,000
Breathability: 15,000
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.5 | 27/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 92.0/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 1
Jacket Name: 686 Smarty 3-in-1 Aries
Price: $249
Type: Insulated (or shell when you want it to be)
Level of Insulation: Removable Liner has 60g Polyfill Insulation Body/300g Butter Fleece Sleeves and Collar
Waterproofing: 20,000
Breathability: 20,000
This is a very versatile option as you can use it just as a shell if you remove the removable liner. Or, on those colder days, you can include the liner and add warmth when you need to. That plus being super waterproof and at a reasonable cost makes this an attractive option.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.5 | 27/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 94.5/100 |
The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets for less than $200
If you want to get the best you can in terms of performance – but want to spend as little as possible to get it, then this is the list for you. You’ll likely have to sacrifice a little bit in performance but these are the best that I’ve found in terms of performance for under $200.
Of the 33 jackets that I rated that cost less than $200:
- The average score was 66.0/100
- The highest score was 89.0/100
- The lowest score was 29.0/100
- The average price was $177
Jacket Under $200 #5
Jacket Name: 686 Dream
Price: $180
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 100g Polyfill Body/60g Polyfill Sleeves/40g
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.0 | 18/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 3.0 | 15/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 77.5/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #4
Jacket Name: 686 Authentic Eden
Price: $160
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g Body, 60g Sleeves and 40g Hood Polyfill Insulation
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.0 | 18/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 3.0 | 15/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 77.5/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #3
Jacket Name: 686 Authentic Bae
Price: $179
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 100g Body, 80g Sleeves and 40g Hood Insulation
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.0 | 18/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 3.0 | 15/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 78/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #2
Jacket Name: Volcom Jasper
Price: $200
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g Low-Loft Insulation
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.0 | 24/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 88/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #1
Jacket Name: Volcom Mission
Price: $200
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g Low-Loft Insulation
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
If you want some great waterproofing and breathability out of your jacket but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for it, the Volcom Mission might be perfect for you. It gives you more performance than all the other jackets that I looked at in this price range.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.0 | 24/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 89/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this list has given you some options for your next or first snowboarding jacket – depending on your needs and your budget.
To make this list more useful I have broken this list down into four sections and this includes:
- The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $200 & $300
- The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets for less than $200
O.k. let’s get into the lists.
The Top 5 Women’s Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
If you’re someone who runs cold – or if you tend to ride in super cold conditions, then these jackets might be for you. Also for anyone who wants their jacket to do the insulating and doesn’t want to worry too much about layering underneath.
Note: These are the top jackets (assessed for waterproofing, breathability and functionality) that also have insulation – but the amount of or the type of insulation hasn’t been assessed.
Insulated Jacket #5
Jacket Name: Volcom Bow Insulated Gore-Tex Jacket
Price: $290
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g (low-loft insulation)
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
There is really very little difference in terms of performance of the 5 jackets here. So, you’re decision will ultimately come down to the jacket you like the look of the most and how much insulation you want.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 0.0 | 0/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 94.5/100 |
Insulated Jacket #4
Jacket Name: 686 Smarty Haven
Price: $250
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 40g (polyfill)
Waterproofing: 20,000mm, Fully Seam Sealed
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
Insulated Jacket #3
Jacket Name: Burton AK 2L Flare Down Gore-Tex
Price: $689
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 800 down fill (down fill ranges from around 300 to 900 with 900 being the warmest)
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
You certainly pay for it with this jacket but you also get about the warmest, driest jacket you can think of. If you run really cold or venture into some really cold conditions, and money is no issue, then put this on the list.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 99/100 |
Something that’s equivalent but with less insulation (and less of a price-tag) would be the:
- Burton AK 2L Embark Gore-Tex, $484, Insulation = 60g
Insulated Jacket #2
Jacket Name: Roxy Essence 2L Gore-Tex
Price: $399
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 60g
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 99.5/100 |
Insulated Jacket #1
Jacket Name: Roxy Wilder 2L Gore-Tex Jacket
Price: $299
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g (PrimaLoft® Black Insulation Eco)
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 100/100 |
The number 1 jacket here also happens to be pretty reasonably priced – bonus!
The Top 5 Women’s Non-Insulated Snowboarding Jackets
If you prefer your jacket to be a shell – something that maximizes focus on waterproofing and being breathable – and you want to be able to do your own insulating with layers and you can use your jacket for spring/warm weather riding as well, without over-heating, then these might be more your style.
This wasn’t as easy a task as I thought it would be. It seems that a majority of women’s snowboarding jackets have some sort of insulation included. So, some jackets have been included here that have a lining – there is no filler so I guess technically they’re not insulated but also technically not a “shell”.
Non-Insulated Jacket #5
Jacket Name: Roxy Jetty 3 in 1
Price: $199
Type: Non-Insulated (when you want it to be)
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
Whilst this is the lowest rated in this list, it is the most versatile and is really an insulated and a non-insulated jacket. So, you can taylor your outerwear depending on the temperature. The Roxy Jetty 3 in 1 comes with a removable fleece liner that you can choose to use or not use – or use on it’s own without the shell if you want.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.5 | 21/30 |
| Seams: | 2.5 | 10/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 75/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #4
Jacket Name: Ride Marion
Price: $229
Type: Non-Insulated
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.5 | 21/30 |
| Seams: | 2.5 | 10/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 78/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #3
Jacket Name: Volcom Ship Stretch Pullover Anorak
Price: $210
Type: Non-Insulated (lining)
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
If you want something non-insulated that will give you great waterproofing and breathability but will also be a little bit easier on the wallet than the final 2 in this list, then the Volcon Ship Stretch Pullover might be your thing.
Note that this is a pullover jacket.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.5 | 27/30 |
| Seams: | 2.5 | 10/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 83.5/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #2
Jacket Name: Burton AK 3L Haven Gore-Tex
Price: $599
Type: Non-Insulated (lining)
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
If you’re looking for the ultimate in waterproofing and want to control your temperature through base layers and mid-layers – then this is the shell that will deliver it – provided of course that you don’t mind paying for it.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| TOTAL | 98.5/100 |
Non-Insulated Jacket #1
Jacket Name: Burton AK 2L Altitude Gore-Tex
Price: $399
Type: Non-Insulated (shell)
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
There are also a couple of other Burton AK Gore-Tex jackets that are equal with this – they were too similar to this jacket, in terms of performance, to warrant them taking up space in the other spots.
These jackets are:
- Burton AK 2L Blade Gore-Tex, $359, Insulation = Lining
- Burton AK 2L Elevation Anorak Gore-Tex, $339, Insulation = Lining (pullover)
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 99/100 |
The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets between $200 & $300
The jackets in the 2 lists above don’t take price into consideration. Truth is that not everyone can afford to, or are willing to, spend that much on a snowboarding jacket.
If you’ve got a reasonable budget, but not an endless one, but still want great waterproofing, breathability and other performance factors out of your jacket, these jackets are probably for you.
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 5
Jacket Name: Roxy Jet Ski Premium
Price: $259
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 100g body, 80g sleeves, 60g hood
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.5 | 27/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 94.5/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 4
Jacket Name: 686 Solstice Thermagraph
Price: $260
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 3
Jacket Name: 686 Smarty Haven
Price: $250
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 40g body & sleeves
Waterproofing: 20,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 97.5/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 2
Jacket Name: Burton Rubix Gore-Tex
Price: $299
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g body, 60g sleeves
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 99/100 |
Jacket Between $200 & $300 # 1
Jacket Name: Roxy Wilder 2L Gore-Tex Jacket
Price: $299
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g (PrimaLoft® Black Insulation Eco)
Waterproofing: Gore-Tex
Breathability: Gore-Tex
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 5.0 | 30/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 100/100 |
This is also the number 1 insulated jacket – so great value for money if you go with the Roxy Wilder.
The Top 5 Women’s Snowboarding Jackets for less than $200
If you want to get the best you can in terms of performance – but want to spend as little as possible to get it, then this is the list for you. You’ll likely have to sacrifice a little bit in performance but these are the best that I’ve found in terms of performance for under $200.
Jacket Under $200 #5
Jacket Name: Roxy Jet Ski
Price: $169
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 100g body, 80g sleeves, 60g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.5 | 21/30 |
| Seams: | 2.5 | 10/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 76/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #4
Jacket Name: 686 Bae
Price: $190
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 100g body
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.5 | 21/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 0.0 | 0/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 81/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #3
Jacket Name: 686 Rumour
Price: $200
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g body & sleeves, 40g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.5 | 21/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 86/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #2
Jacket Name: 686 Eden
Price: $170
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g body, 60 sleeves, 40g hood
Waterproofing: 10,000mm
Breathability: 10,000g
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 3.5 | 21/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| TOTAL | 86/100 |
Jacket Under $200 #1
Jacket Name: Volcom Eagle Insulated
Price: $200
Type: Insulated
Level of Insulation: 80g
Waterproofing: 15,000mm
Breathability: 15,000g
If you want some great waterproofing and breathability out of your jacket but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for it, the Volcom Eagle might be perfect for you. It gives you more performance than all the other jackets that I looked at in this price range.
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Waterproofing: | 4.5 | 27/30 |
| Seams: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Breathability: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Powder Skirt: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Venting: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Hood: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Jacket-to-pants interface: | 5.0 | 5/5 |
| Pockets: | 4.0 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL | 93.5/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this list has given you some options for your next or first snowboarding jacket – depending on your needs and your budget.
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Buying Past Season Models
Often models don't change that much from year to year so if you can find a past season model, it will likely be close enough to the latest model but you can get it cheaper, if available and in a suitable size/color/style for you. For past year's models check out the links below to see if they still have any left.
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