The Best Ski Jackets and Pants for 2026

Armada’s premier backcountry offering, the Haydon jacket and Coveted bib are three-layer shells, built with the new environmentally friendly Gore-Tex material to keep you dry. Though it is a backcountry kit, it does stay true to Armada’s standard steeze, so expect a relaxed fit.

For girls who primarily shred resort, the lightly insulated Kata jacket and Pascore bib create a kit that prioritizes comfort and style over everything else. Both are cut to Armada’s standard fit, which is slightly looser than the industry’s standard and leaves plenty of room for layering. If you’re going for that classic Armada look, neither form-fitting nor ultra baggy, we recommend ordering true to size.

Two decades after Flylow was founded—to create a pair of pants that could stand up to the Colorado backcountry—the brand is delivering at the top of its game, and now in partnership with Gore-Tex. Back and better than before, the three-layer Lab jacket and Baker bib now come with the PFAS-free Gore-Tex fabric for even more reliable waterproofing and breathability where it matters most. Built specifically for backcountry pursuits, the new Lab Gore-Tex jacket offers five pockets; two chest, two hand and one internal mesh dump pocket for skins. It also boasts mega-generous, 14-inch underarm vents for dumping heat quickly.

Kühl has been doing its own thing since day one, and the new Defiant jacket and bib prove why that independence matters. Built with the brand’s proprietary Kühl-Flex membrane, the kit delivers legit waterproofing, breathability, and stretch—making it just as at home at the resort as sneaking out for sidecountry laps.

For ladies who spend the majority of the winter stacking vert in the backcountry, the new Mythogen kit hits the nail on the head. Utilizing 30 years of experience, Mountain Hardwear’s designers bring a combination of features that call to alpinists, but do so with a more progressive style and fit than the brand is typically known for.

Mountain Hardwear has been researching and developing gear for high-mountain pursuits since 1993 and the new Mythogen kit is a culmination of all that experience. Decked out in Gore-Tex Pro, this kit is just as waterproof and breathable as the original Gore-Tex but the durability of the Pro fabric goes through much more rigorous abrasion tests to stand up to the demands of mountain professionals—including athletes, guides and avalanche forecasters.

The Steibis’ 30k/30k waterproof and breathability rating was a feature that caught our attention right off the bat. Both the jacket and pant are made for nature’s gnarliest temper, with three-layer shell construction that makes them nearly impenetrable to wind, sleet and snow.

Built to combat wet and wild winter conditions, the Hemispheres jacket and bib rock the new Bluesign-approved, three-layer Gore-Tex material to keep you dry while providing great breathability.

The Powderverse jacket and pant are new additions to the Outdoor Research lineup. This lightly insulated, two-layer kit is designed for the 100-day skiers who need a reliable kit, day-in and day-out. The core of the jacket holds 45 grams of insulation, specifically mapped to maintain breathability, while the pants are lightly insulated on the rear end for added warmth when sitting on the lift or plopping in the snow for a quick lunch break.

Born and bred in Niseko, Japan, it was only a matter of time until Oyuki branched out beyond gloves and into outerwear. The Goshiki NetPlus 3L kit is the brand’s premium outerwear offering for men as a three-layer shell jacket and bib with a relaxed freeride fit. Designed for everything from resort to full backcountry days, the jacket and bib both feature the environmentally friendly fabric crafted from recycled fishing nets to create durable, waterproof and breathable protection. The jacket features a plethora of internal and external pockets, a helmet-compatible hood and a removable powder skirt and the bibs offer eight more pockets on the thighs, hips and chest, as well as a dropseat for efficient bathroom breaks.

Designed and tested on the slopes of Niseko, Oyuki’s new Nimi NetPlus 3L kit is made for the ladies who spend a lot of time on the skintrack, or just prefer a three-layer shell kit for resort riding. The jacket and bibs are both crafted from recycled fishing nets to protect the environment and provide breathable and waterproof protection. Designed with modern freeride fit in mind, you can order this kit true to size to achieve that more relaxed style. Rounding out the kit, the jacket features multiple internal and external pockets, and the bibs come with an additional eight pockets and a convenient drop seat for fast bathroom breaks.

Meticulously designed, tested, redesigned, updated and rolled out fresh, the PowSlayer combo is Patagonia’s flagship kit, developed in collaboration with the brand’s top-level athletes. The jacket and pant feature the classic, fitted style that Patagonia is known for and the three-layer construction utilizes the new Gore-Tex Pro fabric—cutting down on the harmful chemicals without sacrificing the waterproofness and breathability consumers have come to know and trust.

The PowSlayer combo has been in the Patagonia lineup for well over a decade now, and we think we know why: it’s a damn good kit. Designed with Patagonia’s stable of athletes, it returns with top-tier Gore-Tex Pro fabric—upgrading the durability factor for skiers who are constantly brushing up against the elements in the backcountry.

“Look good, feel good, ski better” is the Peak Performance ethos—add to that an affordable price tag and you’ve got yourself a winning combination. Built for the freeride girlies who know no boundaries, the Edge jacket and pant are built with Peak’s durable, two-layer HIPE fabric, which is molded into a relaxed fit. Uninhibited range of movement, effortless style and functional protection from winter’s harsh weather make this combo a valiant contender for your hard-earned dollars.

If you’re the type of girl who splits her time evenly between the resort and backcountry, and wants one kit that does it all, Rab’s Khroma Converge combo is certainly worth a look. Sporting the new Gore-Tex ePe, the three-layer shell kit maintains beneficial breathability for high-output ascents and descents, along with highly effective waterproofing. The Converge is a regular fit, so if you’re looking to layer a puffy underneath or just want that modern freeride look, sizing up is worth consideration.

The new Latok Khroma GTX jacket and Khroma Latok GTX bib feature the updated Gore-Tex Pro material, which goes through extra durability testing to ensure mountain professionals have gear they can depend on. Both of these three-layer shells take waterproofing and breathability to the next level, for the most unrelenting mountain missions.

Rossignol’s new Proclivity jacket and bib, available in both men’s and women’s sizing and colors, are the product of the brand’s collaboration efforts with its athlete team. A limited-edition release for 2026, the women’s jacket and bib were developed with close oversight from Olympic Gold Medalist Kaitlyn Farrington, ensuring they not only hold up to the high performance and function standards of freeride athletes, but also check the style box.

The Proclivity kit is a limited-edition release for 2026 and will be part of Rossignol’s full lineup for 2027. Designed in collaboration with the brand’s freeride athletes, this kit has been tested against the extreme demands of Freeride World Tour champion Marcus Goguen’s high-speed sending. The three-layer shell jacket clocks a 20K waterproof rating and sports a relaxed fit that satisfies both fashion and function, with a standard pocket array and handy pit zips.

The Scrambler kit is Salomon’s highest-performance outerwear combo and was developed in collaboration with the brand’s athletes. Think of skiers like Cody Townsend and Josh Daiek, pushing the limits of their athletic abilities, and that of the gear they take on their biggest objectives.

The marquee kit in Scott’s freeride-centric line, the Vertic jacket & bib are made for charging down steep faces at mach speed. Backed by the Gore-Tex performance membrane, the Vertic kit is reliably wind and waterproof while creating a one-way street for internal moisture to easily escape. Staying on trend, the Vertic is cut for a more relaxed fit that delivers smooth styling and a more comfortable range of motion.

The Objective Pro jacket and bib are the first women’s pieces from Stio to get the Gore-Tex Pro build. This wind and waterproof, three-layer construction not only upholds the new PFAS-free standard, but also goes through extra durability testing for the most demanding winter users. Pocket space is of no concern, with multiple storage options on both the jacket and bib for your snacks, phone and avalanche transceiver—if you prefer carrying it in a pocket versus a harness.

While the Nomad moniker is not a new one from Strafe, the build on this kit is. New this year, the brand has updated the jacket and bib with a new face fabric, fit, and seam lines for better performance all around.

This is an extremely premium over-the-helmet hood for skiers who crave this aesthetic and the extra warmth it provides. The hood can be broken down into two main parts: a waterproof exterior and a high-pile fleece interior. The waterproof exterior keeps water and snow from reaching your skin through the top of your helmet or behind your neck, keeping you dry on deep powder days or in the rain. Meanwhile, the fleece interior reflects back your body heat, keeping you warm, and it provides a snuggly feeling around the neck where it touches your skin.