Updated with new softer Monkey Phur, the Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Jacket for Men is soft and fuzzy like a teddy bear. A versatile insulating piece, this warm and lightweight jacket works great on its own, or is ideal as a breathable layering piece. Perfect for exploring the backcountry on a crisp winter day, the high loft Monkey Phur fleece gives this jacket a rich texture, while its open structure lets air circulate at a high rate, so you can go faster and longer. Super light and with a semi-fit design, the Monkey Man features Power stretch at the cuff, wrist panel, and waist to give you excellent energy saving range of motion. On a classic blue bird day throw a few energy bars in the chest or zip hand pockets; it’s be time to go monkey around in the backcountry.

Get this: the wool fabric in the Patagonia Quilt Again Jacket for Men comes from Patagonia’s wool scraps. The reclaimed wool (39%) is then mechanically recycled, then plaited with 56% polyester and 5% nylon. The result has a durable wool exterior with channel-like quilting and a fleece interior for soft, next-to-skin comfort. Jacket features include offset shoulder seams for a comfortable ride under pack straps, raglan sleeves that allow freedom of movement for vertical pursuits, rib-knit cuffs and hem, two mesh-lined handwarmer pockets and a rounded hem for lower-back coverage.

Extreme protection for extreme conditions, the Sorel Intrepid Explorer -100 Degree Boot for Women was inspired by the Yukon Quest Sled Dog Race. Offering waterproof, insulated protection, the Intrepid Explore Boot is Sorel Rated down to -100&degF and has a built in gaiter to keep the snow out and you dry and warm. Designed with a removable ThermoPlus felt InnerBoot, EVA comfort footbed, and Meltdown midsole, the Intrepid can easy be dried overnight and offers enhanced traction for any type of terrain.

A new model made for smaller facial features, the Julbo Tracks Light Sunglasses (3 Lens Set) boast a more feminine look. The Track is a stylish sport nylon semi-rimless wrap with cut-away lenses. It features a shock absorbent nose bridge for maximum comfort and Julbo logo featured on the temples. Julbo Sunglasses have polycarbonate lenses which are scratch/impact-resistant and provide 100% UV protection.

When perusing for a new snowboard jacket there are several features you’ll need to consider for inclusion in the coat such as added warmth for guarding against the elements, hand warmers to bury your fingers when it’s chilly, an excellent fit in the arm/hip/chest areas, etc. The Burton Women’s Ltd Elevation Snowboard Jacket has swiftly risen to the top as one of the category’s top operating jackets for all sorts of wintry environments. It features all the whistles and bells necessary to produce a fine day on the mountain. It can be worn above a high end base layer as well, and we’d recommend one from either Helly Hansen, Mountain Hardwear, Patagonia or Smartwool. Of course, Burton may have harmonious base layers available that you don’t want to miss. Burton snowboard jackets are some of the best ever. The Women’s Ltd Elevation Snowboard Jacket comes in True Black Matelesse. Depending on the color of your other pieces of equipment, such as your snowboard bindings, gloves and goggles, you may want to pick up a color that matches well with the rest of your arsenal.