Patagonia Womens Insulated Snowbelle Jacket Light Balsamic (Autumn 2012)

The starting zone of a gut-churning drop is not the place to let the weather influence the outcome. This waterproof jacket combines compressible insulation with a durable shell to match the energy level of big air, park and freeride descents. We made updates this season to include an H2No® Performance Standard 2-layer 100% polyester shell with a waterproof/breathable barrier and a Deluge® DWR (durable water repellent) finish so you can stay out even when the weather closes in. Insulated with lightweight yet ultrawarm Thermogreen® polyester (90% recycled), the Insulated Snowbelle stays warm when wet and feels wickedly soft. A 100% polyester lining wicks moisture and glides smoothly over layers. The rest of the story includes a removable, 2-way-adjustable hood (with a laminated visor) that accommodates a helmet, articulated sleeves with pit zips for venting heat, fleece panels in the neck and at the chin for skin comfort and a new, low-profile powder skirt (with webbing loops that connect to any Patagonia® snow pants). Handwarmers hold your lunch money; a chest pocket stores your music player; three internal pockets (one zippered) hold the rest. With a redesigned, feminine silhouette.

•Soft, durable H2No® Performance Standard 2-layer polyester herringbone-weave fabric with a waterproof/breathable barrier for storm protection

•100-g Thermogreen insulation in the body, 60-g in the hood and sleeves ensures warmth with less bulk

•Helmet-compatible, 2-way-adjustable, removable hood with laminated visor for optimal visibility in bad conditions. Soft microfleece panels placed in back of neck and chin are soft next to skin; high collar seals out cold air and snow

•Pit zips quickly release heat; articulated arms improve mobility

•Snow seal powder skirt, with snap-secure webbing loop at center back, keeps the snow out and the skirt down and connects to any Patagonia® Snow pants

•Zippered pockets: Two handwarmers, one chest (with media pocket and cable routing) and one internal stash pocket; two internal drop-in pockets for goggles and gloves

•Improved adjustable low-profile cuff design; Hem cinches to keep out cold; drawcord exits into handwarmer pockets for easy adjustment

•H2No® Performance Standard shell: 2-layer, 5-oz 150-denier 100% polyester herringbone-weave fabric with a waterproof/breathable barrier and a Deluge® DWR (durable water repellent) finish. Lining: 2-oz 100% polyester plain weave. Insulation: 100-g (60-g in hood and sleeves) Thermogreen® 100% polyester (90% recycled)

•958 g (33.8 oz)

•Made in China.

2-layer H2No® Performance Standard shell fabrics are completely waterproof, windproof and breathable. They utilize an internal mesh or a wicking, hanging-fabric liner for increased durability and next-to-skin comfort.