Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket
66043
- Sku
- 66043
- Gender
- Men
| CM. | Chest | Waist | Hip | Sleeve |
| XS | 36,5 | 31,5 | 36 | 31,5 |
| S | 38 | 33 | 38 | 32-33 |
| M | 40,5 | 35,5 | 40 | 34,5 |
| L | 43 | 38 | 42,5 | 34,5 |
| XL | 46 | 41 | 45,5 | 35,5 |
| XXL | 49 | 44 | 49 | 37 |
| XXL | 50,5-53,5 | 45-48 | 50,5-53,5 | 38-38,5 |
- A | Chest: Using a tape measure, measure your chest at the point where it is widest.
- B | Waist: Using a tape measure, measure your waist at the point where it is the least wide.
- C | Hip: Using a tape measure, measure your hip circumference at the point where it is widest.
- D | Sleeve: Using a tape measure, measure your sleeve from your neck to your wrist.
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A padded jacket or pants contains a filling of down, wool, or synthetic material.
More informationWhat Is an Insulated Ski Jacket and What Are the Options?
An insulated ski jacket is essential for anyone seeking warmth and comfort while skiing or snowboarding. The insulation helps maintain your body temperature, even in the harshest conditions. There are different types of insulation, each with its own advantages. In this guide, we explain the differences so you can make the perfect choice.
Down Insulation: Lightweight and Extremely Warm
A jacket insulated with down is the ideal choice for those looking for maximum warmth without sacrificing comfort. Down provides excellent insulation and is very lightweight, making it perfect for cold, dry conditions. However, keep in mind that down performs less well in wet conditions unless the jacket has been specially treated to resist moisture.
Wool Insulation: Natural and Breathable
Jackets with wool insulation offer a natural alternative. Wool is not only warm but also breathable and retains heat even when damp. This option is ideal for those who prefer natural materials and comfort in varying weather conditions.
Synthetic Insulation: Versatile and Low-Maintenance
Synthetic insulation, such as PrimaLoft or Thinsulate, offers excellent warmth and performs well in wet conditions. This option is often slightly heavier than down but dries quickly and is easier to care for. It’s ideal for active winter sports enthusiasts who value versatility and affordability.
Why Choose an Insulated Ski Jacket?
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Optimal Warmth: Protect yourself against extreme cold.
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Comfort During Activity: Maintain your freedom of movement without sacrificing insulation.
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Suitable for Various Weather Conditions: Whether you're skiing in powder snow or braving a cold wind, an insulated jacket adapts to your needs.
Which Insulation Suits You Best?
The right insulation depends on your personal preferences and the conditions in which you’ll wear the jacket. Looking for ultimate warmth and comfort? Go for down. Need a versatile, low-maintenance option? Consider synthetic materials. Or choose wool for a natural feel.
Our premium ski jackets combine functionality, style, and top quality, so you can fully enjoy your winter sports adventure. Explore our collection and find your perfect insulated ski jacket!
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- 133 g PrimaLoft Black in insulated baffles
- Roomy arms fit racing armguards, gloves stay on
- LIFE POCKET™ helps protect phone battery in cold
- 1200 g: too heavy and warm for ski touring
- Critically taped seams, not built for long rain
- Heavily insulated: too warm for mild spring days
The Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket is a men's insulated ski jacket developed with and for the Team Telenor Alpine Norway ski teams. It is built for alpine racers and resort skiers who want serious warmth on cold days. The arms set it apart: they leave room for racing armguards, and you can take the jacket off and put it on without removing your gloves.
Who is the Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket for?
This insulated ski jacket suits alpine racers in training and on race days, and skiers who spend cold days on lift-served pistes. Helly Hansen also lists off-piste skiing, backed by an adjustable powder skirt, a helmet-compatible hood and RECCO® reflectors. The Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket is not made for ski touring or long uphill efforts. Its heavy insulation and 1200 g weight will make you overheat on the climb, even with the ventilation zips open. It is also too warm for mild spring skiing and not designed for climbing or technical mountaineering.
How warm is the Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket?
The Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket is filled with heavy, blowable PrimaLoft Black synthetic insulation, 133 g as stated by Helly Hansen, held in synthetic insulated baffles for heat retention. The outer is windproof, with waterproof fabrics, critically taped seams and a DWR treatment. It blocks wind better than it handles prolonged rain or heavy wet snow, because the seams are taped at critical points only and this is an insulated puffy, not a hardshell. Mechanical ventilation zippers let you release heat when you need to.
Which size should I choose in the Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket?
The Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket has articulated sleeves for mobility, and the arms are cut with enough room for racing armguards and for pulling the sleeves on and off with gloves on. Measure your chest and arm length and compare them with the Helly Hansen men's size chart on this product page before you order.
How is the Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket constructed?
The Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket combines a 100% polyester shell, synthetic insulated baffles and a 100% polyester lining. The baffles hold heavy, blowable PrimaLoft Black insulation, 133 g as stated by Helly Hansen. The shell carries a Durable Water Repellency (DWR) treatment, and the seams are critically taped. YKK VISLON® AquaGuard® zippers close the jacket, backed by a full inner front placket. Around the neck you get a brushed tricot inside collar and a soft fleece chin guard. Reinforcement fabric on the shoulders adds protection where skis are carried. Total weight is 1200 g.
How does the Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket work for alpine racing?
The Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket was developed with and for the Team Telenor Alpine Norway ski teams. The arms leave sufficient room for racing armguards, and you can take the jacket off and on without removing your gloves, which matters at the start and between training runs. Articulated sleeves keep you mobile. A neon-coloured brim on the hood, a chest pocket with goggle wipe, a ski pass pocket and a LIFE POCKET™ that helps extend phone battery life in the cold complete the race-day kit. The jacket stops being useful once you start climbing on skins: with 1200 g and heavy insulation it runs warm under high exertion, even with the mechanical ventilation zippers open.
Can you ski off-piste in the Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket?
Helly Hansen lists off-piste skiing as a use for the Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket. An adjustable powder skirt keeps snow out, the hood fits over a helmet, adjustable cuffs with fasteners seal the sleeves, and RECCO® reflectors are built in. For powder days in cold, dry conditions that works well. For long days in heavy wet snow or rain, a hardshell with fully taped seams is the better choice, because this insulated jacket has critically taped seams only.
What is the Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket made of and how do you wash it?
Shell and lining of the Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket are both 100% polyester, and the insulation is PrimaLoft Black synthetic fill. Before washing, close all zippers and hook-and-loop fasteners, and wash with similar colours. Do not use fabric softener. Tumble dry with dryer balls until the jacket is completely dry, so the insulation in the baffles dries fully. Some fading may occur on bright colours.
Is the Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket made with bluesign® materials?
Yes. The main material of the Helly Hansen Kvitfjell Race Puffy Jacket is bluesign®.
- PrimaLoft Black heavy blowable synthetic insulation, 133 g
- Synthetic insulated baffles
- Arms with room for racing armguards
- Arms designed for on and off without removing gloves
- Articulated sleeves
- Helmet-compatible hood with neon colour brim
- Adjustable powder skirt
- Mechanical ventilation zippers
- Adjustable cuffs with fastener
- LIFE POCKET™ with phone holder
- RECCO® reflectors
- YKK VISLON® AquaGuard® zippers
- Critically taped seams and DWR treatment
- Chest pocket with goggle wipe, inner chest pocket, stash pocket and ski pass pocket
- Shell: 100% polyester
- Lining: 100% polyester
- Insulation: PrimaLoft Black synthetic insulation
- Main material: bluesign®
