- Wind proof, 100% water proof, breathable for aerobic activities, pit zips
- Light weight and compressible for packing
- Form fitting, but able to accommodate layers for warmth
- Abrasion resistant during ice climbing, breaking trail or mountaineering
- More information on layering systems>>
Bottom Line: Technical Shells provide the maximum protection against the elements.
 Arc'teryx Alpha SL Jacket - Women's The Womens Alpha SL by Arcteryx is one of the lightest jackets to carry the Gore-Tex waterproof guarantee. |  Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket - Women's Arcteryx used waterproof breathable Gore-Tex Pro fabric and bomber construction to make the Womens Alpha SV Jacket your go-to shell for the mountains worst storms. |  Arc'teryx Beta AR Jacket - Women's Lightweight yet durable, the Womens Arcteryx Beta AR Jacket is a must have for any weight-conscious outdoor athlete whos hard on her gear. |
 Arc'teryx Fission SV Jacket - Women's An Arcteryx Fission SV Jacket for Women offers the driest way to stay warm this winter. No other jacket has the Fission SVs Primaloft insulation wrapped in waterproof Gore-Tex. |  Blurr Cypher Jacket - Women's The Gore-Tex laminate in the Blurr Womens Cypher Jacket means whether youre hiking a trail or catching the train to work youre covered. |  Marmot Cloudlight Jacket - Women's The 18oz Marmot Womens Cloudlight Jacket takes on stormy weather in the mountains with a waterproof breathable MemBrain shell and fully taped seams. |
 Marmot Selkirk Jacket - Women's Marmots do-anything, go-anywhere Womens Selkirk Jacket bags a peak one day, hits the resort the next, and joins you on your sick-day inspired tour. This shell has you covered with Gore-Texs ... more info. |  Mountain Hardwear Carve Jacket - Women's Pull down the Mountain Hardwear Womens Carve Jackets powder skirt, plot the sweetest line from your peak-top perch, aim, and fire. Gore-Tex Soft Shell guarantees you stay dry on your descent. |  Mountain Hardwear Mera Parka - Women's The Mountain Hardwear Womens Mera Parka holds out the moisture with a fully seam-taped Conduit shell and includes a mesh lining for increased breathability. |
 Mountain Hardwear Quark Jacket - Women's To put it simply, the Mountain Hardwear Womens Quark Jacket shames other technical shells. This extremely waterproof breathable jacket employs only a soft tricot lining and a Conduit laminate for an ... more info. |  Mountain Hardwear Steep Jacket - Women's Any old jacket can handle the groomers. Mountain Hardwear made the welded, waterproof Womens Steep Jacket for ladies who prefer to ride off the beaten path. |  Mountain Hardwear Xenon Jacket - Women's The Mountain Hardwear Womens Xenon Jacket uses seam-taped Gore-Tex Performance Shell fabric to guarantee alpinists total waterproof protection and exceptional breathability. |
 Norr na Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Shell Jacket - Women's The Norrona Womens Lofoton Gore-Tex Pro Shell is guaranteed to keep you dry without extra bulk. Their clean, simple design proves that simple is better. |  Patagonia Stretch Element Jacket - Women's The Patagonia Stretch Element Jacket for Women puts the up in to upward mobility. With a close attention to detail and input from hardcore climbers, Patagonia has updated their Stretch Element Jacket. |  Patagonia Stretch Latitude Jacket - Women's The Patagonia Womens Stretch Latitude Jackets waterproof breathable fabric has stretch reinforcements over the shoulders, down the sleeves, and through the hips. This way, youll stay dry throughout ... more info. |
 The North Face Modulus Summit Series Jacket - Women's The Modulus Summit Series Jacket for women protects you with Gore-Texs new lightweight and extremely durable, waterproof breathable Pro Shell fabric. This shell takes lightweight weather protection ... more info. |  The North Face Plasma Thermal Jacket - Women's PrimaLoft insulation eliminates the need for extra layers when you wear The North Face Womens Plasma Thermal Jacket into the mountains this winter. |  Westcomb Mirage Special Edition Jacket - Women's Tired of that clammy feeling when youre working up a sweat in the backcountry Westcomb has the answer: the eVent-equipped Womens Mirage Special Edition Jacket. |
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