Snowboard jackets are an essential piece of equipment that should keep the rider warm, comfortable and protected from the intense cold while riding on the slopes. The jackets are designed with many features and take into account different weather conditions, along with the demands of the sport itself. When purchasing a jacket, the cyclist must consider the two types of jackets, the three-layer system, the characteristics of the jacket and some different technological fabrics. All of these aspects are important when looking for the perfect snowboard jacket. The first step in purchasing a snowboard jacket is determining what type. There are two types, cold weather jackets and warm season jackets. Whether a cyclist is tearing down the slopes of chilly Montreal, Canada or the warm, sunny state of California, there's a jacket for everyone, everywhere. Cold-weather jackets host an internal layer of insulation for frizzy temperatures. “According to Snowbaords.net, the insulation layer of the snowboard jacket is often made of fleece, also known as primaloft” (3). Insulation in jackets is measured in grams. To find a well-insulated jacket, the cyclist will need to find one with a high gram count. The second type of snowboard jackets are warm weather jackets. These jackets are also called shell jackets, which do not require jacket insulation for cold weather. Warm-weather jackets are designed with a waterproof and windproof fabric that is lightweight and helps the rider move more freely. The construction of the jacket is also important for a rider, which implies the three-layer system. The three layer system is a requirement and a necessity in every snowboard jacket. This system... middle of paper......t is a snowboard jacket for tackling the slopes. The cyclist must also take into account the four main needs; waterproof, windproof, breathable and taped seams. Works Cited1. "Snowboard jackets." ABC of snowboarding. MaxLifestyle International Inc. Web November 30, 2011.2. Snowboard Jackets: Every snowboarder needs a jacket. Network. November 30, 2011.3. "Snowboard Jacket Buying Guide | LIVESTRONG.COM." LIVESTRONG.COM - Lose weight and get fit with diet, nutrition and fitness tools | LIVESTRONG.COM. Network. November 30, 2011.4. "What is GORE-TEX® fabric? - GORE-TEX® Products." Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® outerwear - GORE-TEX® products. Network. November 30, 2011.5. "From." D3o Laboratory | the Impact Protection Society. Network. November 30, 2011.6. "D30, Science Fiction Meets Reality! «Technology Stocks." Technology: titles. Network. November 30. 2011.