Peak Performance Freelight Polartec® Alpha® Insulated Hood Jacket Women
G80116
- Sku
- G80116$
- Gender
- Women
| CM | Chest | Waist | Hip | Arm length |
| XS | 80 | 64 | 89 | 58 |
| S | 86 | 69 | 94 | 59.5 |
| M | 92 | 74 | 99 | 61 |
| L | 98 | 80 | 105 | 62.5 |
| XL | 104 | 86 | 111 | 64 |
- A | Chest: Using a tape measure, measure your chest at the point where it is widest.
- B | Waist: Using a tape measure, measure your waistline 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 | Arm: Using a tape measure, measure your relaxed arm from your shoulder 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!
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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.
- Polartec® Alpha™ Direct lining, 68 g/m2 body fill
- Packable, with air-permeable 20D shell panels
- PFC-free DWR, made without added PFAS
- Water repellent only - soaks through in long rain
- Air-permeable: cools fast when you stop moving
- Insulation stated for the body only, 68 g/m2
The Peak Performance Freelight Polartec® Alpha® Insulated Hood Jacket is a women's lightweight insulated hooded jacket built around an air-permeable Polartec® Alpha™ Direct lining, with 68 g/m2 of insulation across the body. It is made for high-intensity mountain activity — ski touring, hiking, fast alpine days — worn on its own in dry weather or as the insulation layer under a shell. The difference is that the insulation keeps breathing while you climb instead of trapping heat.
Who is this jacket for?
This one suits you if you move fast uphill, overheat in conventional synthetic insulation, and want a single packable layer that covers winter touring and dry shoulder-season days. It is not a resort jacket for bad weather: no waterproof membrane, no powder skirt and no ventilation zips are part of this design, so for lift-served skiing in snowfall you want a hardshell over the top.
How warm is the Freelight Polartec Alpha Insulated Hood Jacket?
Warmth comes from a Polartec® Alpha™ Direct lining, an ultralight 85 gsm open-knit fleece, with 68 g/m2 of insulation stated over the body. The shell is panelled: a 38 gsm 20D plain weave that lets air pass through, a 43 gsm 20D windproof plain weave, and a 102 gsm 90D stretch poplin. In practice the jacket runs warm while you are working and cools noticeably within minutes of standing still, which is exactly what active insulation is designed to do.
Which size should you choose?
The Peak Performance Freelight Polartec® Alpha® Insulated Hood Jacket has a regular fit, cut to take a base layer underneath and to sit under a hardshell without bunching. Use the size chart on this page to match your measurements. Sizes run XS to L, with XS offered in BLACK and SIERRA SAND only. Raglan sleeves keep the shoulders free under a pack, and elastic cuffs plus a hem drawcord close off draughts.
How is the Peak Performance Freelight jacket constructed?
The Peak Performance Freelight Polartec® Alpha® Insulated Hood Jacket uses its insulation as the lining rather than as a separate quilted layer: an 85 gsm Polartec® Alpha™ Direct open-knit fleece sits directly against the shell. Above it, the shell is zoned. A 43 gsm 20D windproof plain weave covers the areas that meet the wind, while a 38 gsm 20D plain weave is deliberately air-permeable, and a 102 gsm 90D stretch poplin with 6% elastane goes where the jacket needs to move with you. All three repel light rain. The result is a partially wind-blocked jacket: it blocks more than a fleece, less than a full windshell.
Is it suitable for ski touring?
Ski touring and fast hiking are what this women's insulated hood jacket was built for. On the way up it vents through the open-knit lining and the air-permeable panels, so you can keep it on longer before you have to stop and strip a layer. A 2-way YKK Vislon® zipper lets you open the hem over a harness or pack belt, the fixed hood with elastic binding and hook-and-loop fixation can be worn under a helmet-free hood or on its own, and the jacket packs down for the descent. Where it stops: sustained rain, wet snow and deep cold. The insulation figure covers the body only, and there is no water column or seam sealing, so once the weather turns properly wet this becomes a midlayer under a waterproof shell rather than an outer jacket.
What is it made of and how do you wash it?
The main shell is 100% polyamide, the stretch panel is 94% polyamide with 6% elastane, and the pockets are 96% polyamide with 4% elastane. The lining is 78% recycled polyester and 22% polyester. Lightweight 20D and 38-43 gsm fabrics are thin by design, so treat them with a little care around rock and ski edges. Wash cold at 30°C with zippers closed, skip the fabric softener, and use a technical detergent to keep the water repellent treatment working. Tumble dry low or line drip dry in the shade; do not iron, and do not dry clean or professional wet clean.
What about sustainability?
The water repellent finish on the Peak Performance Freelight Polartec® Alpha® Insulated Hood Jacket is PFC-free, and the jacket is made without intentionally added PFAS. The Polartec® Alpha™ lining is 78% recycled polyester.
- Polartec® Alpha™ Direct lining as the insulation layer
- Body insulation 68 g/m2
- Partially wind-blocked construction with windproof and air-permeable panels
- Fixed hood with elastic binding at the edge
- Hood fixation with hook and loop
- Raglan sleeves
- Zippered chest pocket
- Stretch mesh front pocket
- Drawcord at the hem
- Elastic cuffs
- 2-way YKK Vislon® front zipper
- PFC-free water repellent treatment
- Packable
- Lining: 78% recycled polyester, 22% polyester (Polartec® Alpha™ open-knit fleece, 85 gsm)
- Shell 1: 100% polyamide
- Shell 2: 94% polyamide, 6% elastane
- Pockets: 96% polyamide, 4% elastane
