Why are new modern ski jackets so thin and have no padding in them?
Lighter materials that provide more insulation and weather resistance have been incorporated into ski clothing. You can still get jackets and pants that use a basic polyester fill and have heavy-weight shells, but that is old-school tech. Materials like Primaloft are very light and compact, but trap more dead air than down. More dead air = Warmer. Materials such as Gore Windstopper and Polartec WindBloc use a windproof laminate that will virtually stop all airflow from the outside of the garment, yet allow your body to breathe and let water vapor pass through, thus keeping you dry. Drier = Warmer. Softshell materials like Scholler also offer wind resistance without bulk. Thinsulate, Thermore, and Holofill have been around for years. These aren’t as breathable as other materials, but again, they trap a lot of dead air. Also, a lot of companies produce only a non-insulated shell. They also produce the lining, or mid-layer, piece seperately, allowing the user to customize the jacket. I ha
