Scott Explorair GORE-TEX® 3L jacket

Ski Touring & Backcountry Skiing 90% Fit

This jacket is engineered as a high-performance hardshell, providing essential waterproof and windproof protection without insulation. The underarm venting is critical for managing heat and moisture during strenuous ascents, making it an ideal outer layer for ski touring.

GORE-TEX Performance 3L waterproof membrane,Windproof construction,Underarm venting,Hardshell design (no insulation)

Resort & Freeride Skiing 90% Fit

With its durable GORE-TEX 3L construction, this jacket offers robust protection against snow and wind encountered at the resort. Features like a powder skirt, sleeve pass pocket, and goggle pocket (from unverified attributes) make it a fully-featured choice for lift-accessed skiing.

Waterproof GORE-TEX Performance 3L,Windproof fabric,Powder skirt (unverified),Sleeve pass pocket (unverified)

Mountaineering & Alpine Climbing 80% Fit

As a non-insulated hardshell, this jacket serves as a reliable outer layer for mountaineering. It effectively blocks wind and precipitation while allowing for a customized layering system underneath to adapt to changing temperatures and exertion levels.

Hardshell construction,Waterproof,Windproof,Underarm venting

Year-Round Hiking & Trekking in Wet Climates 70% Fit

The jacket's waterproof and windproof GORE-TEX fabric makes it a dependable choice for hiking in rainy and windy conditions. Because it lacks insulation, it can be used comfortably over a base layer in warmer wet weather or as part of a layering system in colder seasons.

Waterproof,Windproof,Synthetic outer material,Underarm venting

Best for high-performance ski touring

This hardshell jacket is engineered for serious mountain conditions. The GORE-TEX Performance 3L membrane provides high-performance waterproof and windproof protection, which is essential for ski touring. It features underarm venting to manage temperature during high-exertion climbs, and a powder skirt and multiple specialized pockets (including a sleeve pass pocket) add on-mountain utility.

Based on: jacket_type: Hardshell, Waterproof membrane: GORE-TEX Performance 3L, Windproofing: Windproof, Ventilation: Underarm venting, Powder skirt: yes, Pockets: Hand pockets, Sleeve pass pocket, Interior goggle pocket, Security zipped interior pocket

Ideal for eco-conscious adventurers

This jacket combines high-performance weather protection with a sustainability-focused design. The main material is 100% recycled polyamide, appealing to those who value eco-conscious gear. The GORE-TEX Performance 3L construction ensures it's a durable, waterproof, and windproof layer suitable for a wide range of mountain activities.

Based on: Sustainability-minded materials and treatments, Recycled content: 100% Polyamide (recycled), Waterproof membrane: GORE-TEX Performance 3L, Windproofing: Windproof

Excellent for versatile mountain use

Designed as a versatile hardshell, this jacket provides reliable waterproof and windproof protection thanks to its GORE-TEX Performance 3L membrane. Since it has no built-in insulation, it can be layered for four-season use, from summer alpine hikes to winter ski descents. Features like underarm venting and adjustable cuffs allow for adaptation to changing conditions and activity levels.

Based on: Versatility across mountain use cases, Jacket type: Hardshell, Insulation type: none, Waterproof membrane: GORE-TEX Performance 3L, Ventilation: Underarm venting, Cuffs: Adjustable cuffs