Peak Performance Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket Men
G80575
- Sku
- G80575$
- Gender
- Men
| CM | Chest | Waist | Hip | Arm |
| S | 94 | 81 | 95 | 63 |
| M | 100 | 87 | 101 | 64.5 |
| L | 106 | 93 | 107 | 66 |
| XL | 112 | 99 | 113 | 67.5 |
| XXL | 118 | 105 | 120 | 69 |
- 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.
Available directly from stock
A lined jacket contains a filling of down, wool or synthetic material.
What 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!
- Slim fit
- Medium fit
- Wide fit
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.
- 271 gsm brushed fleece with 14% elastane stretch
- Double-layer collar with fleece-lined chin guard
- Two zippered hand pockets, YKK coil front zip
- No membrane: needs a shell in rain or wet snow
- No hood, no hem or cuff adjustment
- 271 gsm bulks up under a slim-cut shell
The Peak Performance Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket Men is a midweight fleece midlayer with a full-length YKK coil zip, built to sit over a base layer and under a ski shell. The fabric is a 271 gsm flat fleece with a brushed back in 86% recycled polyester and 14% elastane, so it stretches in every direction and dries quickly. It is a warmth-and-stretch layer, not a weather layer: everything that stops rain or wind has to come from the jacket you wear over it.
Who is this midlayer for?
This is for the resort skier or freerider who wants one fleece that works under a shell all winter and still makes sense on a dry autumn hike. The Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket from Peak Performance suits you if you layer properly and want stretch and moisture transport rather than insulation. If you are looking for a jacket you can wear on its own in wet snow, on exposed ridges or standing still in deep cold, choose an insulated jacket or a shell instead.
How warm is a 271 gsm fleece?
At 271 gsm the flat fleece sits in midweight territory: warmer and denser than a thin grid fleece, with a brushed inner face that holds a layer of warm air against the body. The 14% elastane keeps it moving with you on a traverse, and the quick-drying construction helps on laps where you sweat on the way up. For sustained uphill effort it runs warm, and the dense face slows wind rather than blocking it.
Which size should you choose?
The Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket Men has a regular fit and runs from S to 2XL. Use the size chart on this page and compare it with your usual ski midlayer. Over a base layer it layers cleanly; under a slim-cut shell, a 271 gsm fleece takes up noticeably more room than a thin grid fleece.
How is the Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket built?
The Peak Performance Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket Men is made from a single fabric: a midweight 271 gsm flat fleece, smooth on the outside and brushed on the inside. That brushed back traps air for warmth, while the flat face slides easily under a shell sleeve. Stretch comes from 14% elastane blended into 86% recycled polyester, which is also what makes the fleece quick-drying and moisture-wicking. The full-length front zip is a YKK coil zipper, topped by a double-layer stand-up collar with a fleece-lined chin guard so the zip pull never sits against your skin. Two zippered hand pockets in 100% polyester complete the layout. There is no membrane and no laminate anywhere in the construction.
Does it work for skiing, freeride and hiking?
On the piste and in the backcountry this fleece does its job as a midlayer under a hardshell: it adds warmth, moves sweat outward and stretches when you reach, pole or dig. On a dry, mild autumn hike you can wear the Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket as a stand-alone jacket. Where it stops is clear. In rain or wet snow it soaks, because it carries no membrane and no stated water-repellent finish. On an exposed ridge or a long lift ride it needs a shell over the top, since a flat fleece without a membrane slows wind rather than stopping it. For high-output uphill work it is on the warm side, and there is no hood, no hem adjustment and no cuff adjustment to fine-tune it in changing conditions.
What are the materials and how do you wash it?
The shell fabric of the Peak Performance Rider Essentials Midlayer Zip Jacket Men is 86% recycled polyester with 14% elastane; the pocket bags are 100% polyester. Polyester-elastane fleece is hard-wearing and keeps its shape, but elastane dislikes heat and softener. Machine wash at 40°C, inside out, with the zips closed and with similar colours. Skip the fabric softener, which coats the fibres and slows drying. Tumble dry on low or line dry in the shade. Do not bleach, do not iron, and do not dry clean or professionally wet clean.
What about sustainability?
The fleece is made without intentionally added PFAS, and the shell fabric is 86% recycled polyester. Both are properties of the fabric itself, not of a coating that wears off with washing.
- Midweight flat fleece, 271 gsm, brushed back
- Full-length front zip with YKK coil zipper
- Double-layer stand-up collar
- Fleece-lined chin guard at the top of the zip
- Two zippered hand pockets
- Stretch fabric with 14% elastane
- Moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric
- Regular fit
- Sizes S to 2XL
- Made without intentionally added PFAS
- Shell: 86% recycled polyester, 14% elastane
- Pockets: 100% polyester
- Fabric construction: midweight flat fleece, 271 gsm, brushed back
