HARDSHELL VS. SOFTSHELL
Which product is right for you?
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HARDSHELL AND SOFTSHELL?
*The comparisons shown are average values and may vary depending on the ORTOVOX product and materials used. Therefore,
please visit our product details page to learn more about your desired product.
UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS DO YOU WANT TO USE THE PRODUCT?
HARDSHELL PRODUCTS ARE THE CHOICE FOR YOU
THE IDEAL COMPANION FOR ANY WEATHER
Whether on stormy ascents or in heavy snowfall on a summit –
hardshell products are suitable for the most severe weather conditions. Thanks to our innovative materials and clever features, they keep you dry and protected – completely PFC-free.
MAIN FEATURES
• waterproof and windproof
• very robust
COMPARE ORTOVOX HARDSHELL JACKETS
- Perfect for you if…
- Top features
- Fit
- Weight
- Pack size
- Water column
- Breathability
- Ventilation options
- Price
- Currently available colors
- All details
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- …you need a robust, reliable jacket for high alpine touring that is perfectly equipped for use in the relevant terrain. The cut, especially in the sleeve area, provides optimal freedom of movement, enabling it to be worn with a harness and backpack without a problem.
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- Longer sleeves and torso
- Helmet-compatible hood with high-cut
- Regular Fit
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(516g)
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(small)
- 20.000
- 28.000
- 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
- $ 800.00
- Women jacket
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- …you are looking for a lightweight companion with a small pack size for high alpine tours that offers you sufficient protection despite minimal features. The cut, especially in the sleeve area, provides optimal freedom of movement, enabling it to be worn with a harness and backpack without a problem.
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- Ventilation through the front pockets
- Extremely lightweight and breathable
- Regular Fit
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(332g)
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(very small)
- 20.000
- 40.000
- Ventilation through the front pockets
- $ 640.00
- Women jacket
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- …you wish to be protected from unexpected weather changes when mountaineering without wasting space in your backpack. This super lightweight jacket with an extremely small pack size is very comfortable thanks to the structure on the inside – even in direct contact with the skin.
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- Ultralight and can be fully stored in the inner pocket
- Extra breathable
- Regular Fit
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(178g)
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(minimalistic)
- 10.000
- 20.000
- No ventilation option
- $ 249.00
- Women jacket
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- …you need a reliable, functional jacket that will see you through both the descent and the ascent during your search for untouched slopes on your freeride tour. It is the perfect compromise between protection and pack size.
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- Loose cut for great freedom of movement
- Merino wool in areas sensitive to the cold
- Loose Fit
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(596g)
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(small)
- 20.000
- 32.000
- 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
- $ 900.00
- Women jacket
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- …you wish to be perfectly protected against the weather on ski tours but don’t want the extra weight. The minimalist jacket offers optimal freedom of movement in alpine terrain thanks to its light stretch, while the ventilation and membrane ensure good breathability
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- Minimalist features
- Breathable with additional ventilation zippers
- Regular Fit
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(418g)
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(very small)
- 20.000
- 28.000
- 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
- $ 350.00
- Women jacket
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- …you spend most of your time in the mountains and in the resort, but when freeriding you also like to climb a few meters higher to get to the perfect powder. Thanks to the main fabric’s merino wool, the jacket offers you perfect comfort whether in snow or sunshine.
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- A full lining in fine merino wool
- Optimum freedom of movement
- Loose Fit
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(797g)
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(medium)
- 20.000
- 20.000
- 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
- $ 487.50
- Women jacket
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- …you like to seek ambitious, alpine freeride adventures to find the perfectly challenging descent. The jacket is a breathable companion on ascents, and takes up very little backpack space when stowed away.
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- Casual and loose cut for great freedom of movement
- Small pack size
- Loose Fit
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(472g)
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(very small)
- 20.000
- 32.000
- 2-way zippered underarm ventilation
- $ 800.00
- Women jacket
SOFTSHELL PRODUCTS ARE THE CHOICE FOR YOU
VERSATILE AND EXTREMELY BREATHABLE FOR DEMANDING SKI TOURS
Ortovox softshell jackets are designed for those who value protection and adaptability from the valleys to the summits. Our high-quality materials are highly breathable, ensure good insulation and boast impressively high scuff resistance. Maximum freedom of movement and merino wool on the inside make them very comfortable.
MAIN FEATURES
• Highly breathable
• Insulating
• Wind- and water-resistant