Pro shop connoisseur ④ | 2020-21 season "Recommended wear this season"

Owner
Odashima

Recommendation: Mountain shop Niseko 343 NORRONA's iconic "LOFOTEN GORE-TEX PRO Jacket/Pants" is recommended, and is our best-selling model.

It's hard to tell from the photo, but this season's model is new, using NEW GORE PRO and the jacket is 70 denier, making it more durable while still being flexible. Other small features have been updated, making this a model that only those who have worn it and skied will appreciate. This model is also worn by rider Daisuke Sasaki

Manager
Odashima

State of Elevenate｜Motion Hood

Recommendation: Mountain shop Niseko343 Founded in 2009, this Swedish ski brand is committed to quality. While they offer models using Gore-tex Pro, we recommend the Motion Hood, a synthetic down parka perfect for three seasons in Hokkaido. This

new synthetic insulation is lightweight and warm. Because it's synthetic, it dries faster than down and retains heat even when wet. It can be worn alone or as a warm mid-layer under a shell jacket on sunny days, making it ideal for skiing.

All fabrics, including the padding, are made from 100% recycled materials, adhering to the brand's philosophy of environmentally friendly manufacturing. This jacket is a useful piece that can be worn as a mid-layer under a shell, as an outer layer, or even as everyday wear. We especially recommend the navy color.

Staff
Washiisan

strafe｜NOMAD Jacket & Bib Pant

Recommendation: BLACKDIAMOND is a rider's outerwear brand born in Aspen, Colorado, USA. The NOMAD Jacket and NOMAD Bib Pant set, which won the US ski magazine FREESKIER EDITER'S CHOICE award, features a relaxed fit and a slightly loose silhouette that is popular among freeskiers.

This shellwear is made of functional and reliable materials, including eVent DVflex™, which combines excellent waterproof and breathable properties with flexibility, Polartec Power Dry® in the jacket thumbholes, and 1000 denier CORDURA in the pant cuffs

The raglan sleeves allow for smooth shoulder movement and are designed for use with a backpack, and the underarm ventilation can be opened from both sides of the arms and torso, plus the bib pants have large pockets, making this the perfect setup for the backcountry!

Staff member
Takagi-san

COLOR WEAR ｜ HAWK JKT＆PNT

Recommend: OFF-1

COLOUR WEAR's concept is to provide urban style and sophisticated Scandinavian design, as well as clothing suitable for a variety of occasions. They are known for their functional and stylish products that provide comfortable support for outdoor activities

This HAWK JKT & PNT is a top model. It's designed to withstand the harsh elements of nature. The jacket can be layered underneath for warmth during peak season, while a base layer is sufficient on its own on warmer days or towards the end of the season. Its versatility means it can be worn throughout the year, depending on how you layer it

The pants have reinforced fabric at the hem, making them suitable for skiing. The back is made of mesh material, making them lightweight and comfortable to wear. Both the jacket and pants have a high water/breathability rating of 20K/15K, so they keep the inside of the jacket dry and comfortable

This is a noteworthy brand that is also supported by JACOB WESTER, who used to be active in the freestyle genre but is now active in the freeride genre. Be sure to check out JACOB's video!

Store Manager
Shigeru

NORRØNA ｜TAMOK GORE PRO JACKET & BIB [M]

Recommend: FULLMARKS Sapporo Factory Store

Although it looks loose, it's made with GORE-TEX PRO, making it lightweight and extremely durable. With a removable powder skirt and a large hood that's roomy enough to wear a helmet, this single set is perfect for everything from the park to natural hits and big mountains

You can also wear BIB pants without the jacket and with a flannel shirt!

Store Manager
Fujisawa

GOLDWIN｜Arris Jacket G00300AP

Recommend: Ishii Sports Sapporo

Recently, I think there are more and more skiers who want to enjoy the slopes, backcountry, climbing, and powder snow. This means that they have to prepare their own clothing separately

However, this clothing is from the "GOLDWIN" brand, so it fits comfortably on the slopes and also has the performance to withstand the backcountry, thanks to the experience gained at NORTHFACE. It's an excellent piece that can be used in both situations. I use it myself, and it's comfortable to wear all year round, and the material feels great, so it's a piece that I want to cherish and wear for a long time