These Snowboarding Jackets Will Make You Look Like a Pro on the Slopes

The Cosmic 3L Primo Jacket from Trew Gear is not only one of the brand’s originals but also its best-selling snowboard jacket. With bombproof durability, fantastic breathability and waterproofing, and bold good looks, we’re not surprised.

This is a high-performance, non-insulated shell jacket designed for serious backcountry skiers and snowboarders. It’s made with a 3L Primo fabric that’s fully seam-taped with 3L tape for maximum breathability and waterproofing. With a 20,000mm waterproof rating and a 20,000g/m2 breathability rating, it’s the highest-rated snowboard jacket Trew Gear offers. Our team found the fabric to be denser than most other jackets we tested, which really gives it an edge in keeping wind and snow out. The solid list of features includes a relaxed fit, articulated sleeves, 16-inch pit zips, and a helmet-compatible hood, making it ideal for long days in the mountains. Bonus: Four oversized external zippered pockets and a pass pocket, plus two large mesh dump pockets on the inside, all add up to plenty of storage.

The Cosmic 3L pulls no punches. This is a no-compromises design that’s built for all but the most technical mountain assaults. At just under $500, it’s pricier than most we tested. But given its incredibly durable design with breathable, comfortable, and (most importantly) waterproof fabric, plus a long list of built-in features, we think it’s a steal.

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