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Fully featured, lightly insulated and waterproof -- with a relaxed fit for comfort during athletic movement -- the Axcess Jacket™ fends off the wettest, fresh falling snow. Adjustable venting allows excess heat to escape when a steep, secret stash gets your legs burning.

Avg. Weight (oz./g): 40.4 / 1145 L

Features

Waterproof
Breathable
Fully seam taped
Tonal seam treatment
PrimaLoft™ Eco insulation provides warmth; 60g front/arms, 40g back/under arms
Water-resistant zippers
Integrated RECCO® reflector
Two internal Shove-It™ pockets
Removable powder skirt with LockDown™ technology
Removable, adjustable hood ﬁts over a helmet
Bonded in hood cordlocks
Moldable brim
Zip-out balaclava with tuck-away pocket for next-to-skin warmth
CrossFlo™ chest-to-hip side zippers allow optimal ventilation and inner pocket access
Inner lift pass pocket with drawcord key-clip attachment
ThumbDrive™ hook/loop cuff closures Fabric- 100% nylon, 2L, 70D GORE-TEX® embossed fabric // 100% polyester reversed tricot lining

Technology

CrossFlo™ Unprecedented chest-to-hip ventilation that allows for precise temperature regulation and access to inner pockets for stowing skins and goggles without needing to fully unzip jacket.
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$GORE-TEX®$

GORE-TEX® Apparel built with GORE-TEX® is waterproof and breathable, making it perfect for athletic activity in inclement weather.
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Internal Balaclava The internal balaclava is easily accessible and provides added warmth and protection in intense conditions.
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LockDown™ The Lockdown™ system is featured on Outdoor Research Sidecountry ski jackets and pants, and is designed to secure each to the other, eliminating the risk of exposure to snow and cold air.
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PrimaLoft® ECO A lightweight combination of 50% recycled material with PrimaLoft® virgin fibers for high loft, thermally efficient, and water-resistant insulation.
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Recco® Recco® is a two-part avalanche rescue system utilized worldwide to facilitate the rapid location of burials.
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ThumbDrive™ An elegant solution to a common problem, the ThumbDrive™ cuffs featured on select Outdoor Research ski jackets can be used as standard cuff closures or as thumb loops, securing the position of the sleeves and preventing their riding up, eliminating the risk of exposure to snow, cold air and the elements.
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5.0

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2/7/2013

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Can't say enough good things about this

By NYC Ski Bum

from New York, NY

Pros

Built in balaclava
Hood fits over ski helmet
Removable hood
Taped Zippers
Warm
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Best Uses

Skiing

I am a skier. I usually like to ski tougher trails, moguls, and go into the trees. This jacket has kept me warm and dry through just about everything. If you're an aggressive skier like me, you can get by with just a flannel underneath this jacket. The windproofing has probably impressed me the most. I was at Sugarbush (VT) a few weeks back and it was -10 F at the summit, before wind chill. I was fine. When it is warmer, the vents are easy to access and are quite effective. I haven't had the opportunity to use it in significant rainfall yet, but when I've gotten blasted by snow guns (that are actually just shooting heavy wet snow that melts all over you), I've been fine. The built in balaclava is a nice touch for particularly cold days. Having the option to detach the hood is a nice touch as well. I highly recommend this jacket, especially if you are a fairly active skier.

10/28/2012

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

My go-to jacket

By AudiMann Eric

from Madison, WI

Pros

Built in balaclava
Gore tex
Light insulation
Metal Lift Ticket Ring
Pockets galore
Ski Pass Holder
Waterproof zippers

Cons

Best Uses

Skiing

I use the Axcess jacket for skiing and anything in between, especially if the weather is nasty. I have the diablo color from 2 years ago. This jacket is lightly insulated so it's great for those colder days here in the midwest. On cold days (~below 0F-15F) I wear a heavier base layer. On warmer days (15F+ I run a little hot to begin with) a light base layer coupled with the jacket usually does it for me. It's nice to brush the car off in the morning because I stay warm and dry outside then inside the car I'm not sweating with the heat on. I have had zero issues skiing with the jacket. I've worn this while skiing at Jackson Hole (-25F at base +10 at top of Mtn) to the warm conditions of last winter (Deer Valley +40). I've found the jacket excellent in cold weather and OK in warmer conditions with the vents open. The terrain I ski is lift serviced terrain and sidecountry. There are tons of pockets. The lift ticket holder has a metal ring on it so you dont rip through the fabric with the old school metal wickets from small ski areas. Dedicated ski pass pocket. Dedicated MP3 holder with headphone cord pass through. Built in balaclava. Mesh gear bins. Outside pockets. There is no key clip in the jacket, but the Axcess pants has it. Powder/wind skirt is attached and not removeable, which is one less thing to get lost. Recco reflector. Hood is attached and not removeable (again- one less thing to lose). Hood has a little bill on it and a cinch cord in back to customize fit. The only downside I noticed was that this years model is more expensive. I have Axcess jacket and pants from 2 yrs ago. I wear it a lot and have washed it a couple times with no isues. It's not as "bomb proof" as a 3 layer Gore-Tex Pro shell, but then again I'm not a "pro" and don't ski like those guys in the films. I highly recommend this jacket to any all mountain, side county, and cold weather skiier.

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Q:
What is the sleeve length of a medium jacket?
Asked on 1/23/2013 by Anonymous
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- A:
  26 Inches
  Answered on 2/14/2013 by Anonymous from Prince George
Q:
what is the difference in insulation and warmth between this and the StormBound Jacket? This one says it is lightly insulated, but has a heavier OZ rating than the SB which is supposed to be your heaviest. How's that work?
Asked on 12/9/2012 by Brendan from wi
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- A:
  Axcess features Primaloft insulation while the Stormbound utilizes goose down insulation.
  Answered on 12/11/2012 by CS from Seattle
Q:
Is this garment guaranteed waterproof for life? Also, is there only one small pocket on the inside?
Asked on 11/23/2012 by bfast from Albany, ny
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- A:
  Our Infinite Guarantee covers all of our products under warranty so if you ever have an issue with an OR item please contact our Customer Service Department directly at info@outdoorresearch.com. This jacket features a zippered napoleon pocket with media port and handwarmer pockets along with an inner pass pocket and two Shove-It pockets.
  Answered on 11/28/2012 by CS from Seattle
Q:
What are the measurements for a size small? Also - how long is the center length? I'm a 36 chest.
Asked on 11/21/2012 by User
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- A:
  Chest
  Small 45"
  Medium 48"
  
  Center Back & Front
  Small 29" & 25"
  Medium 30" & 26"
  Answered on 12/5/2012 by CSs from Seattle
Q:
I always seem to be between sizes in jackets. I'm 6'5" and around 190lbs with a 34 in waist. The issue I always run into is in torso and sleeve length. I don't want a super loose jacket but want to be able to throw my mid weight puffy under it on the chilly days. Large or XL?
Asked on 10/28/2012 by k from colorado
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- A:
  Axcess Jacket Specs
  Large
  Chest 51"
  Center Front 27"
  Center Back 31"
  Sleeve Length 37 1/2"
  
  XL
  Chest 54"
  CF 28"
  CB 32"
  SL 38 1/2"
  Answered on 10/30/2012 by CS from Seattle
Q:
If someone has a 38 in chest, would you suggest sizing up or down?
Asked on 10/18/2012 by K from Los Angeles, CA
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- A:
  The Axcess Jacket has a relaxed fit, so you should be comfortable in a size Small.
  Answered on 10/22/2012 by OR Customer Service from Seattle, WA