WHAT OUR GEARHEAD(R) EXPERTS ARE SAYING:"I wore the Coreshot Jacket through a full week of mixed conditions - bluebird days, a couple of storms, and a slushy spring afternoon - and it handled all of it. The underarm vents are the real standout for me. When I'm lapping hard, I can crack them open and cool down fast without stopping. Solid jacket for the price."When the forecast calls for storm skiing and the mountain is loading up overnight, Columbia's Coreshot Jacket is what we reach for before heading to the lift. The fully sealed waterproof shell blocks wet snow from working its way through to our baselayers, and the synthetic insulation traps enough warmth to stay comfortable through cold morning lifts and blustery ridgeline traverses. When we're generating heat on steep mogul runs, the underarm vents crack open to circulate air without sacrificing any protection from the weather. The helmet-compatible hood cinches down tight over our headwear, and the snap-back powder skirt seals the gap at our waist - two details that matter most on the days when conditions are actually bad. A full set of pockets handles our pass, goggles, phone, and snacks, and the two-way front zip gives us ventilation options without pulling off a layer. For a resort jacket at this price, the Coreshot delivers more than it has to.