Few things in life are guaranteed other than taxes, death, and change. That might sound totally depressing, but the Armada Women"s Ritual STR Jacket has nothing to do with the downer parts (death and taxes) and rather takes advantage of change. Changes in technology, specifically, for fearless free-riding and unbridled all-mountain shredding until you"re ready to bag it. Armada harmonizes protective MegaRex fabric with breathable warmth of the SuperFlo lining system so skiing stays sweet, even if the snow sucks. Stretch MegaRex fabric makes moving easy, even when you"re sore from the previous day"s huck-fest. Two layers of fabric resist scratches from rails and rocks on the off-chance you bite it, and a waterproof, breathable laminate makes the material storm-proof. Fully taped seams plus YKK AquaGuard zippers turn the Ritual into a full weather-resistant jacket, caving only when faced with hurricane-frenzied waves or typhoon-quality winds. SuperFlo isn"t an intestinal issue; it"s a breathably warm lining which combines fleece and a myriad of mesh for your ultimate comfort. Fleece shrouds your shoulders, and slick-faced mesh takes care of your torso. When the warmth gets overwhelming, open the underarm zips and jettison your excess heat. The tailored fit, combined with a longer length (two inches longer than Armada"s standard fit) provides coverage plus a lean silhouette. Any ol" ya-hoo can make a waterproof jacket, but the devil is in the details and some might say Armada"s a bit fiendish with the finishes. The powder skirt adjusts for your shape and stashes away. The helmet-compatible hood sports a reinforced brim so incoming water falls away from your face. You can access the internal media pocket without ever unzipping your jacket for the perfect playlist regardless of the weather. The microfleece chin guard keeps the raw on your sushi plate and off your chin, and elastane wrist gaiters leave no wrist exposed.