Every order — First Turns (eBook). A plain-English beginner's guide to skiing and snowboarding: what to rent, how to book a lesson worth paying for, how to stand up and stop, how to read a piste map, and lift etiquette.
Every order — Winter Touchscreen Gloves. Knit gloves with conductive fingertips, so you can use your phone without taking them off. Ribbed cuff, textured palm. One size, unisex.
2+ jackets — 1-Year Extended Warranty. Twelve months of cover from the delivery date, on top of your 30-day returns.
3+ jackets — Tinted Sport Glasses. Lightweight wraparound frame with a tinted lens, for glare on snow and low winter sun. One size, unisex.
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True to size
Choose your usual size for a relaxed technical fit. Size up once for an oversized silhouette.
Available in S, M, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL. Full measurements are in the size guide image in the gallery above, and in the product details below.
The cut is built for layering, so there is room for a hoodie underneath without going up a size. All five colorways use the same pattern and fit.
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The five colorways
Every jacket is matte black when dry. The colorway is the shade that appears where water touches the fabric.
Neon Pink - the loudest of the five, highest contrast against the black.
Arctic Blue - the most legible in snow and flat winter light.
Electric Green - reads brightest under grey overcast skies.
Blaze Orange - the warmest tone, and the easiest to spot at distance.
Glacier White - icy off-white, the most subtle of the five.
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Shipping & Returns
Free shipping on every order, worldwide. Prepared in 1-2 business days, delivered in 7-15 business days in the US and Europe, 10-20 in Latin America. Tracking sent by email.
30 days to return it, unworn and in original condition.
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Fit & Care
Relaxed fit, built for layering. Between sizes and want a slimmer look? Size down.
Cold machine wash, gentle cycle, hang dry. No tumble dryer, no bleach, no fabric softener.
A single droplet leaves a small mark. A splash leaves its own shape. Water running down the sleeve draws a trail. A snowball turns only the point of impact.
The fabric that stayed dry stays black. As it dries, the color fades and the jacket resets.
 
 
Built for the Elements
Waterproof, wind-resistant and made for rain, sleet and wet snow. The reactive fabric sits on top of real weather protection.
Not Just Waterproof
How StormShift compares to the rain jacket you already own.
 
StormShift
Ordinary rain jacket
Keeps you dry
Blocks wind and wet snow
Reacts where water touches
Pattern is different every time
Comes with a free learn-to-ride eBook
 
 
Questions, Answered
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How does the jacket change color?
The outer shell is treated so that contact with water changes how the fabric reflects light. Where a drop, a splash or wet snow lands, that patch turns your chosen color. Everything still dry stays black.
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How do I get the free eBooks?
They are added to your order automatically. First Turns comes with every jacket; the Powder Playbook unlocks at three or more. Both arrive as PDFs by email right after checkout, so you can read them before the jacket even ships.
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What is the difference between the five colorways?
Only the color that appears when the fabric gets wet. All five are the same matte black jacket when dry, with the same shell, the same cut and the same price.
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Does the whole jacket change color?
No. Only the fabric in direct contact with water, moisture or wet snow changes. Dry areas stay black.
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Is the change permanent?
No. It is fully reversible. As the fabric dries, the color fades and the jacket returns to black, ready for the next time.
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Does it stain my skin or my clothes?
No. The reaction belongs to the outer fabric only.
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Is it actually water resistant?
Yes. It is a waterproof, wind-resistant shell built for rain, wind and snow. The reactive fabric sits on top of real weather protection.
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Can I wear it in the snow?
Yes. It is made for rain, wet snow, sleet and winter activity, including skiing and snowboarding.
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What is your return policy?
You have 30 days from delivery to return it, unworn and in original condition. Email us and we will send the instructions. The eBooks are yours to keep either way.
 
 
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
We stand behind every jacket we sell. If it is not right, email us within 30 days of delivery and we will make it right, with a replacement or a full refund. Order two or more and your jacket is covered for a full year.
 
 
Built for Storms. Designed to Stand Out.
Five colorways. Free shipping worldwide. 30-day returns. And a free learn-to-ride eBook with every jacket.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 1487 reviews.
I would choose the jacket for a ski trip if the shell is genuinely weather ready. The product page should give a measurable waterproof rating.
The color reaction looks like the main feature. I would prefer a fabric close-up and a test with a controlled amount of water. The current concept makes me curious enough to look closer.
I would buy outerwear based on fit and protection first. The reactive color would be a bonus if the technical details are documented. I would want that detail before ordering.
The two chest zippers make this recognizable. The contrast looks great in the reference images. I would want to see the jacket from the back as well as the front. I would compare that with my current snow jacket.
It is an unusual feature for a winter shell. I would want a side view to see how the jacket sits while moving. The product page could show this clearly.
It is an unusual feature for a winter shell. I would want close-ups in normal daylight rather than only dramatic slope lighting. It would help set realistic expectations.
The color reaction would be my reason to consider this jacket. I would want an uncut demonstration showing the water touching the exact area that changes.
The visual design works for me. I like that the base jacket is almost all black. I would check whether the effect is visible in light rain as well as a heavy splash.
The contrast looks great in the reference images. I would like a plain indoor photo so I can judge the true charcoal tone. More specifics would make the choice easier.
The jacket could be a conversation starter on the slopes. I would be interested in a closer look. I would still compare its seams and weather protection with ordinary ski shells. The product page could show this clearly.
I would need more information to be convinced. I would like a plain indoor photo so I can judge the true charcoal tone. That would make the product easier to evaluate.
The jacket could be a conversation starter on the slopes. I would be interested in a closer look. I would still compare its seams and weather protection with ordinary ski shells. That information matters for a ski trip.
The hood shape matters to me more than a flashy photo. A helmet-on fit photo would answer that question. I would prefer a practical explanation over an edited reveal.
I would hold off for now. I would like a plain indoor photo so I can judge the true charcoal tone. The current concept makes me curious enough to look closer.
The jacket could be a conversation starter on the slopes. The idea is clever. I would still compare its seams and weather protection with ordinary ski shells. The product page could show this clearly.
I would be interested in a closer look. I would like a plain indoor photo so I can judge the true charcoal tone. That would make the product easier to evaluate.
The jacket could be a conversation starter on the slopes. The idea is clever. I would still compare its seams and weather protection with ordinary ski shells. A close photo would probably settle it.
It is an unusual feature for a winter shell. I appreciate the simple black design. I would check whether the lower pockets remain usable with a backpack hip belt.
The idea is clever. I would like a plain indoor photo so I can judge the true charcoal tone. The current concept makes me curious enough to look closer.
The jacket could be a conversation starter on the slopes. The visual design works for me. I would still compare its seams and weather protection with ordinary ski shells. I would want that detail before ordering.
I am undecided from the current concept. I appreciate the simple black design. I would check whether the lower pockets remain usable with a backpack hip belt.
The jacket could be a conversation starter on the slopes. The visual design works for me. I would still compare its seams and weather protection with ordinary ski shells. I would check this before selecting a size.
The pocket placement looks practical for a lift pass. I would want to see what the inside storage is like too. That information matters for a ski trip.
The jacket could be a conversation starter on the slopes. I like the clean silhouette. I would still compare its seams and weather protection with ordinary ski shells. I would want that detail before ordering.
The contrast looks great in the reference images. I would want this to work beyond one demonstration. Repeated wet-and-dry cycles would be more useful than one polished clip.
I prefer a roomy cut for skiing. A model height, chest size, and size worn would make the fit easier to judge. The product page could show this clearly.
I would be interested in a closer look. I would want this to work beyond one demonstration. Repeated wet-and-dry cycles would be more useful than one polished clip.