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Kids' Ski Jackets

Buy by height in cm: a jacket that is too big lets snow in at the sleeves and hem. Open the advisor ›

Guide

Kids' Ski Jackets

A kids' ski jacket needs at least 10,000 mm, a snow skirt and a hood without cords. Buy it to fit your child's height: jackets that are too big let snow in at the sleeves and hem.

Key points

At least 10,000 mm and a snow skirt.
Buy by height in cm.
Up to size 134, no cords on the hood.

Which jacket for which ski day?

Use	Choose	Reason
Ski school, piste, playing in the snow	ChoosePadded ski jacket	ReasonStays warm when damp. Soon warm in the sun
Very cold, dry days	ChooseDown ski jacket	ReasonLots of warmth, light. Loses warmth when wet
Toddlers, playing in the snow	ChooseOne-piece ski suit	ReasonNo snow down the back. Awkward on the toilet
Ski school, older kids	ChooseJacket with ski pants	ReasonPieces combine separately. The snow skirt has to close well

Types compared

Padded ski jacket
Synthetic fill, warm even when damp.
- Advantage: For ski school and piste
- Drawback: Warm in spring sunshine
Example: Reimatec Winter Jacket, Muonio ›
Down ski jacket
Plenty of warmth for little weight.
- Advantage: Very warm
- Drawback: Loses warmth when wet
Example: Reima Down Jacket, Ranua ›

What to look for when buying

Question	In brief	Why
What waterproof rating does it need?	In brief10,000 mm or more	WhyKids sit in the snow, fall over and build snowmen. A 10,000 mm rating handles that, and taped seams keep the seams watertight too.
Which size should I buy?	In briefBy height	WhyKids' sizes match height in centimetres: size 128 fits children around 128 cm tall. Measure without shoes and go up a size if your child is in between.
What matters about the hood?	In briefNo cords	WhyUnder EN 14682, clothing for children up to 7 years, or size 134, has no cords at the hood and neck. A detachable hood stays out of the way under the helmet.

Frequently asked questions

How much bigger should the jacket be?

Just enough for a fleece underneath and for the sleeves to cover the wrists with arms stretched out. A jacket that is too big lets snow into the sleeves and hem and gets in the way when skiing.

What should my child wear under the ski jacket?

Next to the skin, synthetic or merino ski underwear, with a fleece on top on cold days. Cotton stays wet, and your child gets cold during breaks.

Does the hood fit over the helmet?

Many kids' ski jackets have a detachable hood or one big enough for a helmet. On the piste, your child wears the helmet without the hood underneath. The hood is for lifts and breaks.

How do I wash a kids' ski jacket?

Follow the care label, usually 30 or 40 °C with a little liquid detergent and no fabric softener. Close all zips and hook-and-loop fastenings first. Heat in the tumble dryer revives the water-repellent finish, if the label allows it.