I have enjoyed using this ski jacket a lot.1) Functionality: The jacket has a ski pass pocket on the upper left arm, which is perfect for RFID ski passes and lift access. Furthermore, all zippers are water resistant, keeping car keys, wallet and lunch dry. There is a chest pocket, which I find perfect to store a cell phone, and have easy access to it while on the lifts. There is also a zippered inner chest pocket, which is perfect for keys and wallet. Note that the hood does not fit over a ski helmet; this didn't matter to me, but could matter to other people. There is also a microfiber cloth on an elastic band inside one of the pockets to clean goggle lenses. This has been very useful on a snowy/icy day.2) Water resistance and thermal insulation: I live in Utah, which has a dry climate with light powder snow, and the jacket has held up very well under those conditions. Even on wetter days, when it snows all day and snow accumulates while on the lift, the jacket stays dry, and I stay warm. I typically just wear a t-shirt and long sleeve mid layer underneath this jacket and it's plenty warm for a day on the slopes.3) Other: I really like the fit of the jacket. I'm thin and like tailored fit. Despite being 6'2", the size "small" fit me perfectly, also length-wise. There is a powder skirt inside the jacket that keeps out snow and works well, and the arm cuffs are adjustable, making it easy to "tailor" the jacket to one's liking.This is a great jacket, but unfortunately it runs small. I usually use size L.My first ski jacket....I'll never buy anything else for a winter jacket.Only mild complaint is the zip which discolours a bit if you rub it hard while zipping.Newer model jackets have different zips (with flaps).Fit is perfect - I am 183cm and 81kg. I bought an M.I used for commuting in temps down to -6C - I didn't need a hat or scarf in addition.OkokokkokokkokMuy buena chaqueta , ventilada y para esquiar , un poco larga y me gustaría algo más entallada . En el pecho solo tiene un bolsilloWie gewohnt von Salomon eine top Qualität.Hab diese Jacke für meinen Mann bestellt. Er ist begeistert.Kann ich nur weiterempfehlen ?Muy buena calidad, nada de peso, la talla perfecta, compré dos una L y una XL. Ambas correctas. El tiempo de entrega perfecto. Recomiendo totalmente.