Ski gear: Kishtwar jacket from The North Face

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Not everybody prefers a puffy down jacket. Some prefer the flex and breathability of a softshell.

The Kishtwar from The North Face ($279) may become your everyday ski jacket thanks to the new Power Shield Pro technology from Polartec.

The highly water resistant material was designed for those who ski hard or work hard to ski. It is comfortable, cozy and, with its solid construction, should last for a while.

For those less active days or less active skiers, layering under the Kishtwar is certainly an option.