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A ski fleece for outstanding comfort!
CimAlp's range of mid layers includes ski fleeces, fleece sweatshirts, zip warm jackets and fleece gilets. All these mid-layer garments are designed to keep you consistently warm on the slopes without restricting your movement.
A ski fleece jacket is the ideal choice for combining great comfort, solid thermal protection and practical functionality. At high altitude and in very cold conditions, a warm fleece jacket remains the perfect companion for all winter sports enthusiasts.
How to choose the right fleece jacket for skiing?
Unfortunately, there's no way to predict the weather during your ski holiday week! You often need to prepare for a range of conditions. If you feel the cold easily or temperatures drop low, it would be a shame to miss out on the slopes.
Follow our tips to find out how to gear up with a good ski fleece jacket:
- Go for stretch fabrics: skiing can be a demanding activity depending on your style — a stretchy, comfortable material is an undeniable asset for your ski fleece jacket.
- A compact ski fleece: this allows you to take it off easily and stow it in your ski backpack when the sun comes out or you've stepped up the intensity of your session.
- Adapt to your kit: skiing in a warm ski jacket with a base layer will keep you warmer than opting for a waterproof jacket alone.
What are the benefits of mid layers for skiing?
The insulating or mid layer is there to keep you warm. It also absorbs moisture transferred from the base layer, so it's important that it remains breathable. This insulating layer must trap air around your body to retain the heat you naturally generate. You can opt for a synthetic fibre insulating garment such as fleece, which has the advantage of retaining its insulating properties even when wet. It also offers good breathability and dries quickly. Alternatively, you can go for down, with a lightweight down jacket that delivers unrivalled warmth, especially during static phases.
What mid layers can you use for skiing?
Here are the two main types of mid layers used for skiing:
Fleece jackets and fleece pullovers are very popular as a mid layer for skiing. Fleece is soft, warm, lightweight and provides good thermal insulation. It retains body heat and wicks moisture to keep you warm and dry during physical activity.
These are padded jackets insulated with down or synthetic fill. They offer excellent thermal insulation and are ideal for very cold days on the ski slopes. Down jackets are lightweight, compactable and provide good warmth without being bulky.
How to choose the right thickness for mid layers?
When temperatures are mild or you tend to run warm on the slopes, a lightweight fleece mid layer is the ideal option. If you're prone to feeling cold or facing freezing conditions, a down jacket is the better choice.
Follow these tips and you should be able to kit yourself out with a ski fleece jacket that keeps you warm on the slopes even in cold conditions!
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