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Designed for the Sidecountry skier who needs ultimate protection across the widest range of climates, the GORE-TEX® soft shell fabric of the Vanguard Jacket™ provides warmth and ultimate protection against wind, deep snow and wet storms.

Avg. Weight (oz./g): 31.6 / 896 M

Features

Waterproof
Windproof
Breathable
Fully seam taped
Water-resistant zippers
Fully adjustable, removable, helmet-compatible hood
Double-separating front zipper with internal stormflap
CrossFlo™ chest-to-hip zippers
Zippered 3-D Napoleon pocket with media port
Zippered internal pocket with media port
Integrated RECCO® reflector
Removable powder skirt with LockDown™ technology
Articulated sleeves
Two large inner Shove-It™ pockets
Two zippered hand pockets
ThumbDrive™ hook/loop cuff closures
Drawcord hem Fabric- 92% nylon, 8% elastane, 3L, GORE-TEX® tricot knit backer

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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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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Recco® Recco® is a two-part avalanche rescue system utilized worldwide to facilitate the rapid location of burials.
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Shove-It™ Interior pockets designed to hold climbing skins, goggles, water bottles and other bulky items you need to keep warm and dry. Shove-It™ pockets have a drawcord closure for security.
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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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10/19/2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

My new favorite jacket

By JetMT

from Whitefish, MT

Pros

Confortable
Durable
Love the color
Perfect Fit
Warm

Cons

A little Heavy

Best Uses

Back Country Skiing
Side Country Skiing
Skiing

Received my Trillium jacket last night and I LOVE IT! I am an avid skier who skis in bounds, sidecountry and backcountry terrain. I am 5' 8", 140lbs and I ordered a large. It is big on me but that is how I prefer my ski jackets so I can layer up on the cold days and still not feel constricted.
The arm length and torso length are perfect. The color is very attractive. The jacket is extremely comfortable. The fabric is thick and a little heavy but appears to be very durable. The zippers are strong and waterproof. It has nice Velcro on the cuffs and I am able to tighten it down nice and snug around my small wrists and NOT feel like I have a large amount of fabric bunched up.
The hood completely zips off and also fits PERFECTLY with my ski helmet. The jacket looks great with or without the hood. The brim of the hood has a wire of some kind and can be molded to fit your head/helmet.
The inside of the jacket is lined with soft fabric and so are the deep hand pockets. There are two large mesh pockets on the inside to stuff your skins or other gear while venturing into the backcountry. There is a powder skirt on the inside that fits nice and snug for those deep powder days and is completely removable when it is not needed.
The jacket is music compatible and has a headphone hole to the left chest pocket. Inside the left chest pocket is a nicely built slot that fits my ipod perfectly. This allows you to use the pocket for other things at the same time without worrying about your music device falling out.
The pit zips are BIG and go from your collar bone to under your arm (just below your elbow). This will allow some great air flow while skinning in the backcountry.
I have no problem spending the money on a jacket with this high of quality. I know for a fact this jacket will handle the roughest winter days, keep my dry on the wettest days and keep me warm on the windiest days. I will be grabbing this jacket EVERYTIME I got outside this fall, winter, and spring. I couldn't be happier with my purchase.

8/1/2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Finally, a Freeride Shell for the Gals!

By Jessie in the OR Store

from Seattle, WA

Pros

Adorable
Bomber
Durable

Cons

Bit heavy for overnights

Best Uses

Lift-accessed skiing
Shredding the "pow-pow"
Sidecountry Slay-ery

Gore-Tex Softshell for bomber waterproofness and a smooth, clean look! Enough length to keep the pow out of your britches, and crisp, functional features! Whether you're ripping up your favorite sidecountry stash or just plain want to stay cozy in the lift line, this piece performs!

I love the blue color... looks good on most skin tones/ hair colors : )

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Q:
I am 5' 5", 136 pounds. 36 inch chest, about 28 inch waist, and 38 inch hips. I don't like my jacket too baggy, but want enough room to layer under, and preserve freedom of active movement. What size would you recommend for women's vanguard jacket?
Will not be too big a size M, given relaxed fit? Thanks!
Asked on 12/5/2012 by Irina from Russia
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- A:
  Size Small should be the appropriate size.
  Answered on 12/11/2012 by CS from Seattle
Q:
What is length of vanguard jacket from center of neck to bottom. I want the longest ski parker you make for maximum coverage.
Asked on 11/25/2012 by jb from new york
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- A:
  Center Front and Center Back Lengths
  
  Small 24" 29"
  Medium 25" 30"
  Large 26" 31"
  XL 27" 32"
  XXL 28" 33"
  Answered on 11/26/2012 by CS from Seattle
Q:
This has a fleece lining. Can you describe the weight and texture of this fleece? I had an Intuition softshell that was plenty warm with a sweater under it and I'm concerned I'll be too warm in this one. How does it compair to the Intuitiion jacket? Thanks
Asked on 8/30/2012 by Linda from Clarks Green, PA
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- A:
  The fleece lining is very similar to the Mithril fleece lining, though may breathe a little bit better because of the breath-ability of the GORE soft shell.
  
  Thanks for your question!
  Answered on 10/11/2012 by Outdoor Research CS from Seattle, WA