can it be used as a skiing jacket?
133557
Very lightweight and not overly snug or bulky at all. Great wind resistance. Reflective lining keeps in heat. We use it in boating conditions where dampness and wind can chill you. Not sure how this might relate to skiing, but that is what Columbia promotes it for.
133558
As the others said. It is a good wind blocker, but not fantastically warm when below 30ish. I where a hoodie under it, because it runs large and there is plenty of room.
76615
I use this jacket in anything from 20-60 temps. I just add more layers underneath as necessary. For very cold rides, I use a couple of extra layers around my core (a-shirt, then a t-shirt) with a long-sleeve base layer and a long-sleeve fleece. The trick is to do the layering in a way that doesn't add too much bulk - especially in the arms. Otherwise, you'd need to buy a size up and then it'd be too flappy when you're using it in 60 weather. If money were no object, I'd buy a specialty jacket for really cold weather, but I can make this one work pretty well as long as I'm riding hard enough to generate some warmth. I wear a size medium in most of my shirts (5'8" 140lbs) and I'm happy that I bought a size small in this jacket. Fits close with just enough room for a thin fleece layer underneath. It's probably not 100% windproof (and definitely not waterproof) but it makes a good outer layer and cuts most of the wind.
1552548
I don't know why it couldn't. Our 4 grand children ages 8-12 wore them skiing last year. I'm fixing to order two more for skiing. I would highly recommend them
962377
Mine works fine. The velcro holds fine on mine. I use mine for skiing. Not sure what you mean by buying velcro and have someone fix it.
971556
I don't know, I returned the jacket right away because the connections were too loose and jacket would not stay warm, if you move at all!
142715
You can use it as lining but it's quality is too good for that. Of course it depends of what lining will be
1165209
If it was "over sized" enough to allow you to put a extra layers under it. I don't think it would work well for use as both a snowmobile and motorcycle.
277797
Probably but i wouldnt. For skiing you want something that doesn't have slack. I think it all depends on the type of rider you are the more advance the better toor you'll need the rope is for towing a tube
221693
yes, I think it wil...I spend a portion of winter up in Nome,Alaska and snow shoe up in the Bendeleben Mountains and we have white out snow conditions all the time,and I will gladly try this jacket out...you really don't want a really tight fitting inter wrist sleeve anyway,as it restricks arm movement in a comfort manner...in White out conditions,loose fitting clothes keep you comfortable....and the insulated underwear of today is about perfect anyway
1585407
yes. You can remove the automatic inflation system and use it as a manual jacket. It's also quite comfortable. I wore it today in 90 degree temperatures.
83093
I live in the midwest and have worn this coat into temps down to -10, -25 with the wind chill. Without wind, keeping lightly active (walking my dogs), wearing layers beneath it, and staying out of the direct wind, I have been kept comfortably warm. If you are more active (skiing or snowshoeing) you should stay quite warm. The jacket does not block wind very well, so if you are in windy conditions I do not think it would be enough unless you wore some sort of windbreaker over it, but I'm not sure about trying to fit it under something else. I have worn a thick wool sweater under it without any problems.
1193427
Personally, I wouldn't use this helmet for skiing. I bought this for my daughter for ice skating, but when she skis, we use a ski helmet. If you are renting equipment, a ski helmet is usually included. You can google ski helmet vs skate helmet and decide for yourself. Here's one from REI http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/snow-helmet.html
1155067
Can definitely be used for a ski pole. Just loosen up the two screws but they aren't rubber
11745
It wouldn't be the best, but it might work. Its not very packable. I have a Columbia Men's Glennaker Lake Rain Jacket for a windbreaker/light rain when I go fishing and think it would probably be better for you. Its VERY packable, actually has a pocket you can shove the whole jacket in to. Plus is has Omni-shield too.
1165210
This would work for snowmobiling, but it might not be heavy enough for way lower temperatures. I live in a fairly mild climate (35-40f lows to 75-80f highs). I use the jacket solely for motorcycle riding, and just because it has armored shoulders, elbows, and back. If it's 35f at night, even with the liner, it's a little cold. For snowmobiling, I'd say get a size or two larger than you wear and wear layers underneath. Watch out, though, this jacket runs a bit on the small side (if you wear a large, get an XL or XXL).
170828
Yes rmovable. Great coat, little flimsy for street use, better snowboarding/skateboarding, might wear it on a motorcycle at 80-90degrees, no hotter unless your moving. Id say insulating. Built for skiing. Im a 36-38 chest, i believe a ibought a large, good fit. The picture with the zipper is the real photo. Very stylish, but the mesh makes it kinda loose fitting and pads MUST stay in place so take time each time, fitting the velcro comfortably.
15411
By itself, no. It's just a thin layer of waterproof material (which keeps me 100% dry) but it's not really designed for being a warm jacket...now if you put it over something else you should be good