photo/ Tony Harrington (Jackson Hole, USA)
A huge continent with famous peaks.
Brands born in North America
North America is a huge continent that is home to world-famous peaks and magnificent mountain ranges, including the Alaska Range, the Rocky Mountains, the Cascade Range, Mt. Denali, Mt. McKinley, and Grand Teton
There are a huge number of snowwear brands originating from North America, including the United States and Canada. From major brands like Patagonia, The North Face, and Columbia, which are born from the mountain culture that has supported the adventures and challenges of alpinists, to rider brands focused on freeriding, such as Armada and 686, and street brands, the collection is very colorful and brings together a variety of elements
GORE-TEX, the waterproof and breathable material essential for snowwear, was founded in the United States in 1976. Polartec, the company that created the familiar fleece material and NeoShell membrane, is also an American company. The history of constantly creating new things is surely a testament to the frontier spirit that is unique to North America
ARC'TERYX 
■ From Canada Brand founded: 1989
The unique brand logo symbolizes the oldest bird, the Archaeopteryx. The brand name is also derived from the scientific name of the Archaeopteryx. "Arc'teryx has a history of over 30 years since its founding. It has created many innovative features that are now considered standard equipment in outdoor wear. Even today, it continues to produce high-performance products, mainly for mountain activities, and supports mountain guides and top athletes around the world
PROCLINE JACKET & PROCLINE PANT - perfect for spring tours and more
PROCLINE PANT 47,300 yen / S-XXL / 3 colors
This is the perfect piece for sunny winter days or spring backcountry skiing. It's made with water-resistant, breathable material. It also uses stretch fabric, so it fits well even during intense movements and doesn't tire you out. It's so comfortable you'll forget you're wearing it. It can be worn throughout the seasons
Warm, high-spec Gore-Tex
SABRE AR JACKET & SABRE AR PANT
SABRE AR PANT 63,800 yen / S-XXL / 5 colors available
This high-spec model offers excellent durability and weather resistance. Its three-layer construction uses a Gore-Tex membrane that keeps out rain and snow while allowing sweat to pass through. The lining is soft and brushed for just the right amount of warmth. The hood is three-dimensional and can be worn over a helmet, ensuring visibility. This versatile and functional piece is easy to use in any situation on the snowy mountains. It also comes in a wide range of colors, making it fun to coordinate with other items
ARMADA ｜ Armada 
■ From the USA Brand founded in 2002
Around 2000, when freeride became a global phenomenon, scene leaders JP Auclair and Tanner Hall founded Armada with the desire to "disrupt the stale, entrenched world of skiing and innovate." As a pioneering rider's brand, Armada has been a driving force behind the freeride scene ever since. Now, they aggressively develop a wide variety of products, including clothing, apparel, and accessories, and have grown into an undisputed top brand
High-end Gore-Tex model
Haydon 3L Gore-tex JKT & Coved 3L Gore-Tex Bib
HAYDON 3L GORE-TEX JACKET 74,800 yen/S~XL/2 colors in total
This loose-fitting, three-layer Gore-Tex garment is made with four-way stretch material, allowing for effortless movement in parks and freeriding. While it may not look like ARMADA at first glance, it's packed with functionality
Anorak with large pockets
FURTHERANCE 3L GTX ANORAK & ATLANTIS 2L GORETEX PANT
ATLANTIS 2L GORETEX PANT 99,000 yen/S~XL/all 2 colors
This anorak-style jacket is made with durable fabric, ensuring durability even during active use in parks and freerides. The jacket has a large zipper on the side, making it easy to put on and take off. The loose fit creates a stylish look. The pants are made with a two-layer construction using recycled Gore-Tex. They are light and flexible, so you won't feel any stress when wearing them
GRANDS 3L JACKET & EMMONS 3L BIB feature unique waterproof and breathable material
EMMONS 3L BIB 44,000 yen / S~XL / 3 colors available
The bib pants and jacket are made with Armada's proprietary three-layer material. Ergonomically designed, the three-dimensional cut allows for a perfect fit for any movement. In addition to being extremely durable, they also have excellent water repellency and waterproofing. The pockets on the jacket and bib pants have gussets, so they offer more storage capacity than they appear and a casual look. The jacket is made slightly longer
◆By STEEP ARMADA Latest Models & Catalog | Brand Introduction
BLACK DIAMOND 
■ From the USA Brand founded: 1989
A manufacturer of reliable mountaineering equipment, from climbing and backcountry gear to trekking gear. Its roots lie in the brand established by Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia. Since then, it has developed into a major brand in the mountain industry, focusing on climbing and trekking equipment. Since 2013, it has been offering apparel, including clothing. Its production focuses on consistency of sizing across the entire product line, particularly fitting. It utilizes data from Albanon, the world's largest body scanning database, to achieve an ergonomic fit
The most popular flagship model is
the RECON STRETCH SKI SHELL & RECON STRETCH BIB.
RECON STRETCH BIB 49,170 yen / S~XL / 3 colors available
This three-layer jacket features a unique waterproof and breathable material. Its four-way stretch construction allows for flexible support for the various movements required for climbing and skiing on snowy mountains, allowing for freedom of movement. It also features highly durable fabric for durability. It offers a sense of security and reliability no matter how you're active in harsh environments. This flagship model is a staple of the brand
DAWN PATROL HYBRID SHELL & DAWN PATROL HYBRID PANTS are masterpieces that won awards at the world's sporting goods trade fairs in 2020.
DAWN PATROL HYBRID PANTS 36,850 yen / S~XL / 2 colors
It's lightweight yet made with durable fabric that protects against blizzards. Its unique waterproof and breathable material makes it an ideal outer shell for backcountry use. The underarms are made of a separate, stretchy and breathable material, enhancing stretch and allowing for greater freedom of movement. This exceptional product won an award at the world's largest sporting goods trade fair in 2020, and its simple beauty and design are sure to please connoisseurs
COLUMBIA
■ From the USA Brand founded in 1938
Columbia began its history in Oregon, USA, and has established itself as a long-established mountain brand with over 80 years of history. This is supported by a track record of introducing innovative and original products with unique features, such as the multi-pocket fishing vest, Interchange, and Omni-Tech. The wide variety of products, with a wide range of designs and colors, is a major feature and the secret to its popularity. The brand's belief that its superior products will help people enjoy the outdoors is conveyed to a wide range of users, from beginners to experts
Columbia's Omni-Heat
Aerial Ascender Jacket & Kick Turn Pants
KICK TURN PNT 16,500 yen / S-XL / 5 colors
The lining is equipped with Columbia's unique "Omni-Heat Infinity" system, which traps heat generated by the body and keeps it warm inside. It will keep you warm even in extremely cold environments. This is the brand's flagship model, which maintains warmth even in harsh natural environments, but what's surprising is that its price is not at all proportional to its high performance. The jacket is priced at just 20,000 yen, and the pants are just 10,000 yen, so the cost performance is impressive
the WINTER DISTRICT JKT & BUGABOO IV PNT makes it fun to wear.
BUGABOO IV PNT 18,700 yen / S-XL / 2 colors
This model is filled with warm padding and features Columbia's proprietary Omni-Heat insulation system. It repels the heat generated by the body and keeps it inside the garment. The outer fabric is durable and water-repellent, preventing it from getting wet in snow or rain. It can be used for a variety of winter sports, yet it's so
MOUNTAIN HARD WEAR ｜ Mountain Hardwear
■ From the USA Brand founded: 1993
This outdoor brand originates from Berkeley, California. Founded in 1993 as a spin-off from "SIERRA DESIGNS" by members with extensive outdoor expertise, SIERRA DESIGNS is known for its outstanding functionality, meeting the demands of heavy-duty alpinists, climbers, and freeskiers who operate in harsh natural conditions. It was the first in the world to develop the highly windproof and breathable Windstopper fleece, and continues to release innovative technologies with a fresh sensibility, consistently earning it recognition as a leading brand in the American outdoor industry
High-performance flagship model
EXPORURE/2 GORE-TEX PRO JACKET & PRO BIB
EXPORURE/2 GORE-TEX PRO BIB 81,400 yen / S-L / 1 color
This 3-layer Gore-Tex® Pro shell offers excellent durability, waterproof, breathable, and windproof properties. It's a lightweight, high-performance shell that's also stretchy and tear-resistant. This flagship model is perfect for a variety of weather conditions and intense mountain activities. The jacket features underarm ventilation, and the bibs have full-leg side zippers for comfortable ventilation. The jacket also features two large pockets, one on the chest and one on the thighs
PATAGONIA ｜ Patagonia
■ From the USA Brand founded in 1973
Patagonia is renowned worldwide as a responsible company. The brand, which has long been committed to environmental issues, pursues two approaches with a focus on long-term use. First, it strives to create durable, highly functional, long-lasting products made from recycled and renewable materials whenever possible. Second, it strives to repair or reuse products, and recycle them at the end of their lifespan. It has repair service departments in Kamakura and Yokohama, where customers can bring their products to its directly managed stores for repairs.
*Currently, due to COVID-19 infection prevention measures, the repair department is not accepting items brought in.
The lightweight and soft
Stormstride Jacket and Stormstride Pants
STORMSTRIDE PANTS 50,000 yen / XS-XL / 3 colors
The outer layer is made of Pertex nylon, a lightweight and flexible material, while the waterproof and breathable material is made of the company's proprietary H2NO. It's stretchy and comfortable to wear. The lining is made of knitted fabric, further enhancing comfort. This versatile item can be worn in the backcountry or around town
Authentic
POWSLAYER JACKET & POWSLAYER BIBS
POWSLAYER BIBS 74,000 yen / XS~XL / 3 colors available
This three-layer garment is made with Patagonia's signature 100% recycled, lightweight yet durable ripstop nylon. It's a high-spec model made with Gore-Tex Pro fabrics, ensuring reliable quality even in harsh natural environments. The chest pockets are positioned high to avoid interference with harnesses. The Patagonia-inspired color scheme is also nice
SNOWDRIFTER JACKET & SNOWDRIFTER BIBS made from recycled materials
SNOWDRIFTER BIBS 45,000 yen / XS-XL / 2 colors available
This is also a three-layer garment made from recycled materials. It is flexible and stretchy, allowing it to naturally adapt to your body's movements even when hiking or skiing. It uses Patagonia's proprietary membrane (waterproof and breathable material). It also has large ventilation holes under the armpits, and the bib pants have a highly breathable fabric covering the abdomen, allowing moisture to escape
◆ by STEEP PATAGONIA Latest Models & Catalog | Brand Introduction
STRAFE ｜ Strafe
■ From the USA Brand founded in 2009
Strafe is a new brand born from the twin brothers Gaston, who agreed that "to enjoy skiing all day, you need snowwear that is breathable, insulated, fits your body well, and is easy to move in, no matter the weather." Based in the Highlands ski resort in Colorado, USA, Strafe officially debuted in 2010 as snow apparel that focuses on quality and performance
Fashionable yet highly functional
NOMAD JACKET & NOMAD BIB
NOMAD BIB 70,000 yen / S-XL / 6 colors available
This jacket features a unique graphic design and a three-layer construction that uses the waterproof, breathable, and breathable eVent membrane. It's fashionable yet highly functional, making it perfect for use throughout the season, from backcountry to deep powder days and even in town. The bib pants have a large pocket at the waist for excellent storage. Storage is also a key focus for Strafe. The joints are three-dimensionally cut to ensure uninterrupted performance.
High durability is the selling point of
PYRAMID JACKET & CAPITOL PANTS
CAPITOL PANTS 66,000 yen/S-XXL/5 colors in total
This is another the eVent membrane . It has excellent breathability and stretch, is less likely to get stuffy, and is easy to move in, so you won't get tired even if you wear it for long periods of time in the mountains. The large chest pocket has a zipper that is angled to make it easy to put things in and take them out. The knees of the pants are ergonomically cut with a three-dimensional cut. The hems have thick edge guards. It is a highly durable garment designed to withstand heavy use in the mountains.
686 | Six Eight Six
■ From the USA Brand founded: 1992
686 is a streetwear apparel brand founded in Los Angeles, California by owner and designer Mike Akira West . Its unique and functional designs, born from innovative ideas, are the result of a fusion of the artistic sensibility cultivated in downtown Los Angeles and a passion for snow and skating. Its innovative, high-quality, street-conscious outerwear is now supported by a core audience, ranking it among the top three brands in the United States.
The unique
GORE-TEX HYDRASTASH SYNC JACKET & QUANTUM HYDRASTASH THERMAGRAPH BIB
in total QUANTUM HYDRASTASH THERMAGRAPH BIB 52,800 yen/S~XXL/2 colors in total
The Hydrostash system, which has a built-in hydration pack at the waist, has a unique feature that allows you to drink water anytime, anywhere, even while skiing, through a tube that comes out of the collar. The jacket is made of two-layer Gore-Tex fabric that is environmentally friendly. While the design is fashionable, it is also designed with attention to functional details, such as large pockets and a high collar
Asymmetrical design with a two-layer
GORE-TEX CORE JACKET & QUANTUM THERMAGRAPH PANT
QUANTUM THERMAGRAPH PANT 38,500 yen / S-XXL / 4 colors
What catches your eye immediately is the unique asymmetrical design. The color balance is exquisite and artistic. The two-layer construction using Gore-Tex provides high waterproof and breathable properties, as well as excellent durability. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of snow scenes. The wide range of colors makes it exciting to choose from. We tried pairing it with insulated pants made from a unique waterproof and breathable material
THE NORTH FACE | The North Face
■ From USA Brandt Founded/1966
The brand began in 1966 when Douglas Topkins, a mountain and ski enthusiast, opened a small shop called "The North Face" in San Francisco, USA. The name "The North Face" means "north face," a difficult mountain to climb, and the logo is based on the north face of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park. The brand offers products with a strong message that combine high functionality with fashion. It is popular not only with outdoor enthusiasts, but also with everyday users and artists
The FL A-CAD JACKET & FL A-CAD BIB are popular among core users.
FL A-CAD BIB 71,500 yen / XS-XL / 2 colors available
This model was developed based on feedback from leading riders. It features a long, relaxed silhouette and is made from durable fabric to support the freedom of movement in freeriding. The jacket has a street-inspired design that gives it a distinctive look, while the pants have a hardcore feel, creating a sophisticated look. The chest zipper on the jacket allows direct access to the bib pants
High-spec Gore-Tex
POWDER GUIDE JACKET & POWDER GUIDE PANT
POWDER GUIDE PANT 49,500 yen / WS/WMS~XL / 4 colors available
The fact that it uses Gore-Tex makes this a high-end model that clearly shows its position within the brand. Its functionality shines through with excellent waterproof, breathable, weather-resistant, and durable properties. Its stretchy construction allows it to conform to your body even during intense mountain activities. The large chest pocket can also hold goggles and gloves. You can choose from five jacket colors and four pants colors, making it fun to coordinate with your outfits
◆ by STEEP THE NORTH FACE Latest Models & Catalog | Brand Introduction
ROXY
■ From the USA Brand founded in 1990
ROXY is synonymous with surf girls. In recent years, it has taken the snow scene by storm, evolving into a message-driven brand that goes beyond sports to fully support women with active lifestyles. Its snowwear is carefully crafted to suit the unique characteristics of the female body, with slim silhouettes overall, bulky padding for cold weather, and rechargeable heaters. The brand continues to develop unique products utilizing the latest technology to help women shine
Modern vintage design with guaranteed functionality:
RITUAL JK & OUTSIDER BIB PT
OUTSIDER BIB PT 35,200 yen / XS~L / 2 colors available
This suit has a somewhat retro, nostalgic feel, and is a modern vintage design that combines old-fashioned fashion. Many women enjoy this style. It's also made with an original waterproof and breathable material, and is filled with synthetic fiber padding to ensure warmth and functionality. The soft coloring and soft texture create a feminine look. It keeps you warm while supporting your performance on the snow. It's surprisingly affordable considering its high functionality
Looks great on the snowy mountains!
GORE-TEX STRETCH ESSENCE JK & RIDEOUT BIB PT with padding for superior functionality.
RIDEOUT BIB PT 38,500 yen/XS~XL/1 color
This two-layer insulation garment uses Gore-Tex, which is extremely windproof, water-resistant, and breathable. Both the jacket and pants are filled with plenty of warm and lightweight Primaloft (insulation) for women who are sensitive to the cold. The bib pants, which feature edge guards at the hem, come in a single black color and a beautiful slim silhouette. A perfect pairing would be a feminine pale-toned jacket, which would look great on the snowy mountains